Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait
The Sims 4 is a game about telling stories, but sometimes the stories you want to tell require a little more control over your world. Whether you are building a women-only wellness retreat, a vampire-free tavern, or a celebrity hideaway where paparazzi simply cannot tread, the Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait is the mod you have been waiting for. This powerful add-on introduces a brand-new Lot Trait (and an optional Challenge version) that lets you dictate exactly which Sims and pets are allowed to set foot on your property.
What Does Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait Do?
At its core, this mod is a gatekeeper. Once you apply the custom Lot Trait to any residential or community lot, NPCs that you have marked as "not allowed" will spawn and immediately leave. This is not a simple "delete Sim" button; it works by forcing unwanted NPCs to vacate the lot right after they appear. The game itself will naturally spawn replacements, so your lots will always feel alive with the Sims you actually want to see.
It is important to note that the mod does not affect your Active Household, Sims in your current Ensemble, or essential Job NPCs like Bartenders. This means your gameplay flow remains uninterrupted while the background population is curated to your liking.
How to Configure the Lot Trait
Activating the trait is straightforward. Once it is applied to a lot, click on any door on the property. You will find a new pie menu option called "Gender & More not allowed". From there, you can toggle a wide range of traits to either "allowed" (default) or "disallowed" (crossed out icon). The settings are highly flexible, allowing you to combine multiple restrictions simultaneously.
Full List of Bannable Traits
The mod gives you an impressive array of filters to work with. You can choose to disallow entry based on the following criteria:
- Life Stages: Children, Teens, Young Adults, Adults, Elders
- Gender: Men, Women
- Occult Types: Alien, Vampire, Ghost, Mermaid, Spellcaster, Werewolf, Servo
- Social Roles: Celebrities, Fans, Paparazzi
- Personality Traits: Kleptomaniacs
- Species: Cats, Dogs, Horses
- Relationship Status: Sims in a Relationship
Because you can mix and match these filters, the possibilities are nearly endless. For example, you could create a "No Kids, No Vampires" bar or a "Single Adults Only" nightclub. The choice is entirely yours.
Optional Addon: Lot Challenge Version
One of the best features of this mod is its optional addon. If you prefer to use Lot Challenges instead of Lot Traits—perhaps because you already have three traits on a lot and want more flexibility—the addon moves the functionality into the Challenge category. Since you can have unlimited Lot Challenges, this is a great way to expand your gameplay options without sacrificing other trait slots.
Compatibility and Requirements
Before you download Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait for The Sims 4, you must have the XML Injector Mod installed. This is a core requirement for the mod to function correctly. The mod itself is designed to work with the latest game patches, including the Horse Ranch expansion, which introduced the ability to filter horses. It is also compatible with a wide range of other mods, though you should always check for updates after major game patches.
If you are using the foxygame.net launcher, you will find that downloading and managing this mod is incredibly simple. The launcher provides a one-click install for Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait, and its add-on catalog automatically tracks version compatibility, so you will always know if your mod is up to date. This is especially handy when a new Sims 4 patch rolls out and you need to verify that your favorite mods still work.
How to Install Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait
Learning how to install this mod is easy, even for beginners. Follow these steps to get it running in your game:
- Download the main mod file from a trusted source. Ensure you also grab the XML Injector if you do not already have it.
- Extract the downloaded files. You should see a
.packagefile and possibly a.ts4scriptfile. - Place these files into your
Modsfolder, which is located inDocuments > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4. - Restart your game and enable "Script Mods" and "Custom Content" in the Game Options menu if you have not already done so.
- Apply the Lot Trait or Challenge to your desired lot via Build Mode or the lot information panel.
For those who prefer a more streamlined process, the foxygame.net launcher offers an alternative. Instead of manually dragging files, you can simply browse the launcher's add-on catalog, select Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait, and let the launcher handle the installation for you. It even manages updates, so you will never have to worry about missing a crucial compatibility patch.
Languages and Community Support
This mod is incredibly well-supported by the community. The default language is English, but it has been translated into over a dozen languages, including German, French, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Swedish, Polish, Spanish, Chinese, Finnish, Czech, and Dutch. This makes it accessible to a global audience of Simmers.
If you run into any issues or have questions, the mod author offers dedicated support via their Discord server. This is also the best place to report bugs or suggest new features for future updates.
Final Thoughts
The Gender & More | Custom Lot Trait is an essential tool for any Sims 4 player who wants to curate their gameplay experience. Whether you are a storyteller crafting a specific narrative, a builder creating themed venues, or a simmer who just wants to keep the paparazzi out of your celebrity's backyard, this mod delivers. Its flexibility, combined with the optional Challenge addon and multi-language support, makes it a standout addition to any mod library. Download it today and take control of your lots like never before.