The Bittersweet Symphony Challenge in BitLife is one of the interesting challenges that tests players’ abilities in managing their character’s life while achieving specific goals.
In this challenge, players take on the role of a musician who must face various obstacles, including accumulating debt.
This article aims to provide a step-by-step guide to successfully complete this challenge.
Bittersweet Symphony Challenge Requirements
This challenge includes several tasks that must be completed:
- Be born a male character in Austria.
- Achieve a high skill level in playing the piano.
- Pursue a career as a Music Composer.
- Taxidermy three or more pets.
- Accumulate debt.
Step-by-Step Guide to Completing the Challenge
1. Starting as an Austrian Male
- Create a New Character: When creating a new character, ensure you select the gender “Male” and the birth location “Austria”.
- Music Career Pack (Optional): Choosing the music career special talent might make developing your character’s musical talent easier, but it’s not mandatory.
2. Mastering the Piano
- Age 6: When your character turns 6, access the “Instruments” option under the “Mind & Body” section.
- Ask Parental Permission: You need to ask your parents for permission to take piano lessons. Approval can vary, so be prepared to try multiple times.
- Piano Lessons: Take piano lessons 3 times per year until your character becomes an adult. These lessons are free, so take advantage of this opportunity.
- Restart Character if Needed: If parental permission is denied, you can restart the character or try again the following year.
3. Becoming a Music Composer
- Age 18: After reaching age 18, look for a job as a “Music Composer Assistant”.
- University Degree: To get this job, you need a university degree, with “Music” being the best choice for your major.
4. Taxidermy for 3+ Pets
- Adopt 3+ Pets: Visit the Pet Store or Shelter to adopt three or more pets.
- Choose Older Pets: Selecting older pets might help ensure they pass away naturally sooner, allowing you to complete this task faster.
- Taxidermy: After a pet passes away, choose the “Taxidermy” option to fulfill this requirement. Repeat for at least three pets.
5. Accumulating Debt
- Marry a Spouse with Debt: Marry a partner who already has debt to start accumulating it yourself.
- Quit Job After Buying Expensive House: After purchasing an expensive house, resign from your job.
- Have Many Pets/Children: Having numerous pets and children will also contribute to accumulating debt through expenses.
- Buy Vehicles on Credit: Purchase vehicles using financing (loans) to increase your debt amount.
- University/Student Loans: Take out university or student loans to add to your debt burden.
- Spend Until Balance is $0: Make sure to spend your money until your account balance reaches $0.
Challenge Completion Reward
After successfully completing the Bittersweet Symphony challenge, you will receive a mystery box containing a cosmetic item.
This is an attractive reward to add to your character’s collection.
Key Tips for Success
- Focus on Music Development: Ensure you focus on developing music skills and completing related tasks.
- Music Career Pack is Optional: While the music special talent can help, the challenge is still achievable without it.
- Accumulating Debt: There are various ways to accumulate debt, so utilize all available options.
Conclusion
By following the steps above, you will be able to complete the Bittersweet Symphony Challenge in BitLife successfully.
Make sure to follow each step carefully and enjoy the journey of becoming a debt-ridden maestro. Happy playing and good luck.