The Sims 3/Patch 38

The 38th patch for The Sims 3 was released on August 30, 2012.

You can download it through The Sims 3's Launcher, or directly download from EA server here.

Release Notes

 * Base Game
 * Updated collection journal to track collectables.


 * Options
 * New Population Controls
 * New population controls have been added that allow you to select/deselect options for your game.
 * These options are game-wide, so you will not be able to customize individual saves.
 * If you have The Sims 3: Late Night installed, you will also have the option to turn off Celebrities and Vampires.
 * If you have The Sims 3: Pets installed, you will also have the option to turn off Horses and Pets.
 * If you have The Sims 3: Supernatural installed, you will also be able to Turn off Witches, Fairies and Werewolves.


 * Build/Buy Mode
 * New decorative drainpipes, roof cornices, wall patterns, a bookcase, and neighborhood rock objects.
 * Patch 1.38 features an addition to build/buy mode that creates the ability to view the entire Sims 3 Store in game.
 * This option is not optional, but you will not see it unless you choose the “See only Store items” button. Disabling Shop Mode will not rid this feature either.
 * This feature also provides the player's Simpoint balance


 * Create a Sim
 * Patch 1.38 adds brand new Skin Tones and Sliders for your Sims. Included is a “Rainbow” like skin tone which allows you to create very unique Sims.
 * The new Face sliders that have been added are: Ear Orbit, Ear points, Jaw Underbite, Brow Definition and Nostril Rotate


 * Online Feature Updates
 * Send or receive a surprise gift box to and from your friends! It could contain anything from a chunk of Simoleons to a painting, or even a car!
 * Receive an Elixir from Supernatural players containing magical properties that will affect your Sim’s lives!


 * Late Night
 * New moodlets and social interactions for Vampires.