How to make and pass on Heirlooms in The Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Pack

As a seasoned Sims 4 player with countless hours spent crafting digital lives, I can wholeheartedly say that the Life & Death expansion pack has breathed new life into my gameplay experience. The ability to create and pass down Heirlooms adds an element of realism and emotional depth that was previously lacking.


To ensure that a valued item is passed on from one Sim to another, it’s crucial to have your Sim create and bequeath an Heirloom in The Sims 4 Expansion Pack – Life & Death. Here’s a simple guide on how to accomplish this:

Without consistently employing age-reversal cheats or concocting elixirs of eternal life, your Sim will inevitably reach the end of their virtual lifespan and meet their in-game demise.

Previously, it frequently resulted in them vanishing from existence. But thanks to the latest Heirloom feature introduced in The Sims 4 Life & Death expansion, Sims now have the ability to create an enduring keepsake for their dear ones.

In this tutorial, learn how to have your character craft Heirlooms and transfer them to other characters for a more authentic multi-generational play experience in the game.

How to make a Heirloom in The Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Pack

You have the ability to designate a cherished item as an Heirloom for your Sim by picking an object and clicking on the “Designate as Heirloom” option. Whether it’s a beloved book, personal journal, lamp, mirror, or small knickknack, the choice is yours. Do note that this feature comes with certain limitations.

How to make and pass on Heirlooms in The Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Pack

Initially, it’s important to note that an item can only be designated as an Heirloom if it belongs to your Sim’s household. Moreover, not every piece of furniture or object qualifies as an Heirloom – items like refrigerators, beds, and rugs do not fall under this category.

In simpler terms, if the ‘Heirloom’ choice appears when you interact with an item in the game, that item can be inherited by other characters in your simulation.

How to pass down a Heirloom to another Sim

After turning an item into your heirloom, you’ll need to click on it again to display the “Pass On” interaction. Choosing this option will allow you to select the Sim who will receive the heirloom when your current Sim dies.

How to make and pass on Heirlooms in The Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Pack

It’s useful to note that when passing down an item, it doesn’t matter if the recipient is a relative or lives in the same house as your Sim. Any character close to you can receive the object.

After selecting an individual for the Heirloom, you’ll have the additional advantage of increasing its worth over time. This increase in value can be beneficial for the recipient should they ever decide to sell the item, as the passage of time contributes to its higher cost.

You also have the option to personalize your keepsakes by adding a heartfelt message of your choice. Moreover, these precious items are part of your Sim’s inheritance, allowing you to modify or update them at your leisure.

After learning the process of crafting and passing down an Heirloom in The Sims 4, explore ways for your character to experience a rebirth or transform into a playable spirit, adding a touch of excitement and drama.

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2024-10-31 20:24