Skills

Cooking improves as Sims prepare meals and engage in cooking activities.

Gourmet Cooking develops more elaborate food preparation after unlocking access.

Baking was introduced through the Get to Work expansion.

Charisma affects a range of conversational and social opportunities.

Comedy grows through jokes, comedy writing and related interactions.

Fitness improves through exercise and suitable sports equipment.

Gardening involves planting, tending and harvesting crops.

Guitar progresses through playing and practicing with the instrument.

Handiness grows through repairs, upgrades and woodworking activities.

Logic supports mental pursuits and several career-related tasks.

Painting increases through canvas work and can create household income.

Piano practice builds music skill and supports several creative storylines.

Programming grows through compatible computer activities and ties into tech-focused careers.

Rocket Science involves working toward rocket construction and space exploration.

Video Gaming develops through gaming activities and links to selected careers and aspirations.

Violin has its own music skill track and performance interactions.

Writing enables creative practice and earning options through books.

Fishing supports collection, food and leisure goals through fishable spots.

Mixology lets Sims prepare drinks and pursue related activities.

Photography provides photo-taking activities that vary with pack features.