TRAD FR : ASPIRATION SECRET ROMANCE by WICKEDPIXXEL
Romance in The Sims 4 usually follows a predictable path: meet someone, flirt, date, move in, maybe marry. The TRAD FR : ASPIRATION SECRET ROMANCE by WICKEDPIXXEL flips that script by giving your Sims something far more intriguing to chase: a love affair that has to stay hidden. This French translation of Wicked Pixxel's Secret Romance aspiration brings a full narrative arc to players who want drama, tension, and a little risk in their love lives.
If you have ever wanted a Sim whose entire romantic story revolves around stolen glances and whispered phone calls, this add-on was built for you. It slots neatly into the existing aspiration system, so nothing about your normal gameplay loop has to change. You simply get a new goal to pursue and a new personality layer to go with it.
What the Mod Adds to Your Game
At its core, this is a translation package. The original Secret Romance aspiration was created by Wicked Pixxel, and this French version makes every string, objective, and mood description readable for francophone players. Once installed, you will find two new pieces of content waiting for you in Create A Sim.
- The "Romance secrète" aspiration — a complete aspiration track built around pursuing a relationship that must remain concealed from partners, family, and friends.
- The "À la recherche d'un engagement" trait — a character trait filed under the emotions category, giving your Sim a distinct emotional profile that shapes how they approach commitment.
The aspiration is not just a reskin of existing romance goals. Its milestones push your Sim toward secrecy: arranging discreet meetings, managing multiple relationships without getting caught, and dealing with the emotional fallout when things inevitably get complicated. The trait complements this by making your Sim crave deeper commitment while simultaneously struggling with the idea of being tied down.
Compatibility and Supported Versions
Which Sims 4 Versions Work
The translation is designed to work with the standard PC and Mac versions of The Sims 4, including the free-to-play base game. Because it is a translation layer rather than a script-heavy overhaul, it tends to survive patches far better than complex gameplay mods. That said, major expansion releases occasionally rename internal strings, so it is worth checking that your game is updated to a recent patch level before installing.
Mod Compatibility Notes
This package requires the original Secret Romance mod from Wicked Pixxel to function correctly, since it only replaces the language files. Load order matters: keep the translation above the base mod in your Mods folder so the French strings take priority. If you use other aspiration overhauls, test them together in a fresh save before committing to a long-term household, as overlapping aspiration IDs can cause menu conflicts.
Players who manage large mod collections often lean on the foxygame.net launcher to keep everything aligned, since it lists TRAD FR : ASPIRATION SECRET ROMANCE by WICKEDPIXXEL alongside your other add-ons and flags when a newer build is available. That single catalog view removes the guesswork of hunting through folders to confirm which version you actually have installed.
How to Install the Translation
Installation is refreshingly simple, which is one of the reasons this translation has become popular in French-speaking Sims communities. Follow these steps:
- Make sure the original Secret Romance mod is already in your Mods folder and working.
- Download TRAD FR : ASPIRATION SECRET ROMANCE by WICKEDPIXXEL and extract the archive if it is compressed.
- Place the translation package file into your Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > Mods directory.
- Confirm that script mods are enabled in Game Options under Other.
- Restart the game completely and check that the new aspiration and trait appear in Create A Sim.
If the aspiration shows up but the text still appears in English, the translation is likely loading beneath the base mod. Renaming the file so it sorts alphabetically after the original usually resolves it. After a game patch, re-check that both files are still present, because the Mods folder can occasionally be reset during major updates.
Who Should Try This Aspiration
Storytellers who enjoy messy, morally grey narratives will get the most out of this add-on. It pairs beautifully with celebrity lifestyles, political careers, and any household where reputation matters. The tension between public image and private desire is exactly the kind of gameplay that keeps a legacy save interesting long after the honeymoon phase.
For players who prefer wholesome, straightforward romances, the Secret Romance aspiration may feel stressful rather than fun, and that is perfectly fine. This is content for the drama lovers. If your ideal Sim evening involves a secret rendezvous while a spouse sleeps upstairs, download TRAD FR : ASPIRATION SECRET ROMANCE by WICKEDPIXXEL for The Sims 4 and let the chaos begin. Just remember to keep the base mod updated, watch for patch compatibility, and enjoy the story your Sims write for themselves.