All Tombstones in The Sims 4, Ranked

Key Takeaways

• The Sims 4: Life & Death adds 15 unique tombstones, each with their own unique personality and style.
• Standout options include the Werewolf, Komorebisan, and Skull Tombstones, which are historic, unique, and eerie.
• Other options, such as roses, trees, and classic tombstones, offer elegance with a bit of playfulness to suit simple tastes.

Choosing a headstone is a big deal. sorry. We couldn't resist. But seriously, your Sims will be tied to that tombstone forever. It might look cool. Thankfully, The Sims 4: Life and Death has added a ton of new tombs.

By picking stones for an entire cemetery, your Sims will have a tombstone befitting a famous person. There are 15 different types to choose from, each with tons of personality and style. Ditch the urn and go back to the classic headstone. These are all the tombstones in Sims 4 rankings.

15 werewolf tombstone

cry for the dead

The Werewolf Tombstone is one of the best available purely because of its characteristics. This monument has a giant moon on the front, as it was originally created for the werewolf mystical nation. It looks old, as if it has been neglected for years. Historical and spooky, this piece makes for the perfect combination.

In addition to being associated with werewolves, the moon is also associated with the deceased. The waxing and waning of the moon is associated with the cycle of life, and the crescent moon symbolizes death.

14 Komorebi Mountain Tombstone

sleep in the snow

This tombstone was added in the Snowy Escape expansion pack and is inspired by an actual Buddhist tombstone. This tombstone stands out among existing tombstones and is unique due to its combination with actual culture. An excellent choice for Sims even if they are not from the Komorebi Mountains.

Snowy Escape introduces two new types of death along with new tombstones. The first is Death By Falling From A Great Hight and the second is Death By Vending Machine. I hope your Sims have a more peaceful reason to use this tombstone…

13 skull tombstone

Alas, poor Yorick.

The skull is the ultimate symbol of death. Everyone, even your Sims, will eventually become a skeleton. Skulls on Tombstone The skulls are another reference to Victorian tomb art, making them great for historically minded Sims or vintage storage items.

Placing a skull on a grave is not only a metal thing, but also serves as a friendly reminder to friends and loved ones. In the end, memento mori. This skull is pretty cute since it's simulated in the game's art style.

12 moonstone tombstone

forever under the moon

Simple elegance never goes out of style, even for the dead. A moonstone is embedded on the top of the tombstone, adding a luxurious feel to the tombstone. This gives it a witchy vibe for any Sim who wants to add something to their headstone. This vibe is perfect because it was originally introduced for Witch Sims.

Witchcraft has been in the series since The Sims: Makin' Magic, but this tombstone is the first to receive a unique headstone. For those who want to show off their magic even after death, there is no better option.

11 vampire tombstone

sleep like the dead

Vampires are immortal in Sims 4. Unless, unfortunately, you run into the sun or die of thirst. Vampire tombstones have been added for those who have gained a bit of a tan.

With the Life and Death expansion pack, vampire tombstones are now available to everyone, giving Goth Sims the perfect opportunity to have the best headstones. Sim may be gone, but Bela Lugosi isn't dead yet. The night continues with this monument erected.

10 crow tombstone

crow crow

Sims who choose the Raven Tombstone will be well protected during their final rest. With the addition of crows to the Life and Death game, your Sims can now become friends or enemies with crows. A crow can give you a gift… or it can lead to an early death.

Crows have been used in funerary art for centuries. Although they are often associated with death, they are intelligent and loyal animals. Some people have even befriended crows in real life.

9 black tombstone

return to black

The carvings on the stone resemble Victorian tomb motifs, but what stands out is the black color of the stone. This tombstone is unique in that it is made entirely of black material. These colors plus hearts and swirls will stand out in any graveyard.

Black has been associated with the color of mourning for centuries, but it became popular during the Victorian era. Imagine an all-black tombstone that gives your Sims a Victorian era feel.

8 rose tombstone

roses for the dead

There is an association between flowers and death, and it has been this association for a long time. Flowers were used to conceal less happy It depicted aspects of death and served as an offering of beauty amidst sorrow.

The Rose Tombstone allows you to leave a permanent bouquet of flowers for your Sims. The stone is engraved with a rose that never ages or fades, making it an ideal tribute.

7 horse tombstone

forever horse girl

These headstones were initially created for horses, but now there's nothing to stop horse girls from permanently representing their favorite animal in their Sims' lives. The horse on the stone is mid-jumping, adding a dynamic action moment to the sculpture.

Interestingly, this was the only pet-specific tombstone the Sims provided. Both dogs and cats have their own tombstones, but for now, it's still just them. I assume this is typical of cats who don't share.

6 hourglass tombstone

I'm running out of time

Eventually, all Sims will run out of time. Even if you used that time wisely. For Sims who want to remind other Sims of the ever-encroaching nature of death, this tombstone features an hourglass carved into the base. It may have been inspired by Victorian tomb art, as the hourglass was a popular motif for inscriptions.

Much of Victorian tomb art was intended to remind the viewer of one's own death rather than to honor the deceased. This Victorian-style headstone continues the theme of The Sims.

5 wooden tombstone

tree of life

Trees have traditionally been used as symbols to symbolize the endless nature of life. Trees are always growing and change with the seasons. It makes sense, then, that it would be used as a tombstone decoration.

The wooden tombstone is a reminder that no Sim is ever truly gone. This is especially comforting for Sims with the new grief system in Life and Death. Of course, their ghosts also serve as a reminder that no Sim ever truly disappears when they're breaking a toilet. But at least this tombstone looks nice.

4 mermaid tombstone

sleep with fish

The Mermaid Tombstone was added for the Mermaid Occult Nation and fully captures the mermaid's nautical nature. However, the giant mermaid sculpture makes this monument a bit niche. In terms of survivability, this tombstone will probably only be popular with mermaid Sims or those who really love the sea. However, the tombstone cannot be toppled by Sims.

Sims have been able to show off their love of the ocean in previous installments as well. Some Sims may end up buried at sea in The Sims 3. Even if you get attacked by a shark or drown in the ocean. Nonetheless, they had cute little life jackets around the jars.

3 an ordinary tombstone

Keep it simple

Some Sims may want a simpler option for their headstones, but may not be all that attached to a more classic style. Plain Headstone is a very simple design made from white marble slabs. However, the small design at the top adds a playful feel. Remember, it doesn't have to be detailed to be fun.

This tombstone is similar to one of the early tombstones from the first Sims game. In the first game, players had no control over which tombstones would appear, and there was no way to tie specific Sims to specific tombstones. Technology is really advancing.

2 classic tombstone

Always a classic

Sometimes your Sim doesn't want a grand funeral or tombstone. Classic Tombstone is perfect for your Sims. It's a simple, basic stone similar to items from previous Sims games. For those who don't strive for perfection, Classic Gravestone is here.

Like a regular tombstone, this headstone is a tribute to the past. This headstone is particularly similar to one from The Sims 2. Ghost Sims were tied to specific tombstones for the first time in the game. If your Sims mishandle the headstones, they may run into trouble with the ghosts.

1 alien tombstone

out of this world

An alien tombstone stands out among the headstones. It was originally designed for aliens and reflects the ethereal and sci-fi atmosphere that Sims 4 Aliens embodies. With the addition of rocket science and an entire playable world, Aliens could do more in the series than in Sims 4. This change in focus is also reflected in their tombstones.

The alien tombstones appear to have been designed with their own culture in mind. This tombstone is a bit gappy, so most Sims probably won't pick it. But for those who want something a little more unique, it's perfect.