If you’ve ever wondered what it might feel like to step into the shoes of a dealer—or just want to see your Sim kicking back with a joint—you can easily live that fantasy in The Sims 4.

There’s not much you can’t do in this game. It’s designed to simulate just about every aspect of life, from managing relationships to running side hustles. And yes, that includes growing, selling, and smoking weed.

Growing cannabis in Sims 4 is surprisingly simple if you know a few tips and tricks.

If you’re interested in how to grow weed in Sims 4, you’ll need to download a custom content mod created by the Sims community.

Mods are like special modes and allow you to enhance the game with new features not originally included by the developers.

To use substances like cannabis, the “Basemental Drugs” mod is a popular one. Here, realistic drug-related content is infused into the game, and you have free rein to smoke however you want, sell weed, grow it, and more.

Step 1: Ensure Mods are Enabled

Before you install any mods, make sure your game is set up to use them:

1. Open your game and go to “Options.”
2. Click on “Game Options” and then select the “Other” tab.
3. Check the boxes for “Enable Custom Content and Mods” and “Script Mods Allowed.”
4. Restart your game to apply these settings.

Step 2: Download and Install the Basemental Drugs Mod

• Visit the official Basemental Drugs website to download the mod. Always use the official site to ensure you’re getting a safe and updated version of the mod.
• Download the mod files to your computer.
• Extract the downloaded ZIP file.
• Move the extracted files to your Mods folder, typically located at Documents/Electronic Arts/The Sims 4/Mods.
• Ensure the files are placed correctly and aren’t nested too deeply in multiple folders, as this can prevent them from working.

Step 3: Start Using the Mod in Your Game

• Once the mod is installed, start up your game. You should receive a notification that custom scripts are enabled.
• To access drug-related content, interact with your Sim’s computer or phone within the game:
  • Ordering Drugs: Your Sim can use a computer to access the “Dark Web” feature, where they can order various substances.
  • Growing Drugs: Purchase seeds and grow plants like cannabis at home for personal use or sale.
  • Social Interactions: The mod adds new social interactions related to drug use and dealing.
• The mod also introduces NPCs who can sell drugs or other paraphernalia to your Sims.

To grow your own weed in Sims 4, follow these steps:

1. Get Seeds:
   • Purchase cannabis seeds from the Basemental Drugs Headshop or find them in Build/Buy mode.
   • The seeds will appear in your Sim’s inventory once purchased.
2. Open the Seed Pack:
   • Click on the seed pack in your inventory to convert it into uncured buds.
3. Plant the Buds:
   • Drag the uncured buds onto the ground or into a planter box to plant them.
4. Care for Your Plants:
   • Water the plants regularly to keep them healthy.
   • If your Sim has a higher gardening skill, use fertilizer to boost growth and yield.
   • Check for weeds and remove them as needed to maintain plant health.
5. Harvest the Buds:
   • After several in-game days, click on the fully grown plant and select the harvest option.
   • The harvested uncured buds will be added to your Sim’s inventory, ready for curing or use.

To cure your buds, you’ll need at least 15 buds of the same strain and a curing jar (empty weed jar) from the Basemental Headshop.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Make sure your Sim has 15 uncured buds and a curing jar in their inventory.
2. Click on the curing jar and select the option to add the uncured buds.
3. Wait 48 in-game hours for the curing process to complete.
4. Once cured, open the jar and retrieve your finished cannabis.

If you’re having trouble interacting with the jar, double-check that both the game and the Basemental Drugs mod are updated to the latest version.

Keep in mind—your buds need to be from the same strain to cure. A common mistake is harvesting a mix of different strains, thinking 15 buds will do the trick, but that won’t work. Proper curing is key if you want to use or sell your weed successfully.

Just like in real life, dealing weed in Sims 4 is a skill—and the more you do it, the better you’ll get. As your weed-dealing skills improve, you’ll land better sales and build a bigger customer base.

Here are your options for selling cannabis in Sims 4:

1. Direct Sales:
   • Approach other Sims and interact with them.
   • Look for options like “Sell Weed” when clicking on a Sim to make a quick sale.
2. Retail Stores (Requires Get to Work Expansion):
   • Set up your own retail store to sell cannabis or cannabis-infused products.
   • This option lets you create a business and manage your weed sales more formally.
3. Build a Clientele:
   • Sell to different Sims around your neighborhood to grow your customer base.
   • Use a computer to access the Basemental Drugs mod interface and find new clients online.

With practice and strategy, your Sim can go from selling a few buds to running a thriving cannabis empire.

Follow these steps to enjoy your cannabis in Sims 4:

1. Purchase Smoking Materials:
   • Visit the Basemental Drugs Headshop to buy rolling papers or a bong.
2. Roll a Joint or Blunt:
   • With cured cannabis and rolling papers in your Sim’s inventory, select the “Roll Joint” or “Roll Blunt” option.
   • Your Sim will roll the product, and it will appear in their inventory once finished.
3. Light Up:
   • Click the joint or blunt in your Sim’s inventory and select “Smoke.”
4. Use a Bong (Optional):
   • Place the bong in your Sim’s home.
   • Once you have cured buds, click on the bong and select “Smoke from Bong.”

With these steps, your Sim will be ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of their labor.

Just a heads up—while mods can really spice up your gameplay, they aren’t official EA content. Make sure to keep your game and any mods you use up to date. Always back up your game files before adding new mods to avoid any glitches or data hiccups.

By diving into these mods, you’re on your way to a whole new level of realism in “The Sims 4,” complete with all the intricacies of managing and using substances in a totally simulated world.