The Sims 2/Patch

Download

 * 1.0.0.1022 CD patch download
 * 1.0.0.1022 DVD patch download

Installation
Instructions: Save the file to disk and then run it to install the patch. Please make sure you have your game CD's available during patch installation.

Patch notes

 * This patch addresses some issues with uploading lots and exporting lots.
 * Fix to prevent accidental deletion of game data files.
 * Added support for Hungarian languages.
 * Fixed Custom Content Browser support for Asian territories.
 * Fixed bugs related to downloadable objects.
 * Re-enables the in-game browser for Asian territories (was disabled in the previous patch).
 * Fixes "the jump bug" causing Sims with a large number of memories to reset, or "jump," when performing interactions.
 * Visitors will no longer "kidnap" a baby or toddler by leaving the lot while carrying them.
 * Sims can now plan outfits for toddlers by using the changing table.
 * Fixes a crash that would occur when viewing snapshots while simultaneously deleting pictures.
 * Prevents pixelization from showing through walls when the Sim is behind the wall.
 * A Sim whose fiance dies can now become engaged again.
 * Maids can now clean up pizza boxes and baby bottles.
 * Fixes problems with the grim reaper and social worker that would disable save UI.
 * The plumbbob will no longer appear in an NPCs chest when they marry into a Sim's family.
 * Sims no longer get stuck on community lots when a Sim autonomously chooses to leave in the same car that they arrived in.
 * Stargazing on the ground no longer satisfies the "Stargaze with Telescope" want.
 * Fixes a problem with Sims' jobs not functioning properly when 3 or more Sims go to work in a helicopter.
 * Babies now age transition properly when the Help With Birthday interaction is cancelled.
 * Fixes the extremely rare problem where the UI would become disabled when an elder dies of old age.
 * Fixes a problem where small objects (mostly toys) could be deleted when a Sim interacts with other nearby objects.
 * The custom content browser no longer closes when an active link is double-clicked.
 * Fixes the problem where coffee cups would occasionally be deleted when an interaction is cancelled.
 * An adopted baby no longer snaps to the ground when the social worker that deliver it puts it in a crib.
 * Sims now take a copy of all clothing in the family's inventory when they move out.
 * Fixes a couple of cases of buy/build mode becoming disabled when the social worker arrives on the lot.
 * Fixes the problem where the teddy bear would occasionally float after being put down.
 * Teens no longer get the unsatisfiable "Write a Novel" want.
 * Fixes a problem with the newspaper delivery person getting stuck on lots containing a high number of objects.

System/Config issues

 * Users with limited user accounts can now run the game.
 * Improved performance with Radeon X800 cards. Users continuing to experiencing problems should update to the 4.10 driver.
 * The game no longer affects a user's modem settings when connecting to the internet via the modem.
 * Fixes a problem with default collections not being available when user data is regenerated.
 * Neighborhood decoration alleys no longer get inappropriately covered in snow.
 * The Sleek and Secure fence model now appears complete in all states
 * The Elegant Rails railing no longer clips through the post when placed diagonally.
 * The Butler no longer calls the fire department if there is a fire outside during a thunder storm.
 * A friend that was brought home from work after certain hobby chance cards will only be brought home once instead of every day.
 * Being friends with the iconic hobbyist corresponding to the Show Biz, Athletic, Natural Science or Gaming career now reduces the friend requirement for promotions by two instead of one.
 * Elders no longer receive Lifetime Wants to reach the top of any career.
 * Social Groups now generate significantly less NPCs
 * ?Super Savory? Snack Machine by Chewie-Louie Factory and ?Kooler Than Ice? Soda Machine by Freezer Time Industries both now have the `Show item? interaction to customers when they are marked for sale with The Sims 2 Open for Business installed.
 * Bills will now autonomously be brought into Sim?s apartments.
 * Cats can now scratch Serenity by Kai Dai and Globulous Wonder by Anne Nuit sculptures.
 * Cats and dogs can now chew and scratch Industrious Divinity Dining Chair, Heavy Metal Chair by You Got Muscle and Eloquent Divinity Dining Chairs.
 * Pets can no longer destroy the following objects that are out of their reach: Vim's Ventilation Small Wall Vent, Vim's Ventilation Large Wall Vent, Transversal by Joi Structure, and Vim?s Ventilation Wall Section with Elbow.
 * Error no longer occurs when a Plant Sim attempts to clean Olde Tyme Toilette and Little Footprint Toilet by Sleek Sensations.
 * Sims will now finish eating gyros.
 * SuperTower, Hey Hey It?s the Monkey Bars and SlidenFraude (from Go Play!) can now be repossessed by the Repo man.
 * Single servings of salmon no longer display flashing blue textures.
 * Witches no longer have the option to use `Materialize? spell in other vacant or occupied hotel rooms.
 * The option to `greet? an invited Sim is now available before they ring the doorbell.
 * Rugs on foundations now disappear correctly when burnt
 * `Try for Baby? interaction is no longer available on walk-in closets when the household has reached the family member limit.
 * Neighbors are no longer cloned when resurrected while their old apartment is still vacant.
 * Neighborhood Nanny will no longer be considered a nanny if he/she joins the Sims? family.
 * The fire fighter no longer automatically arrives if there is a fire outside during a thunder storm
 * Pregnant Sims will now leave a neighbor?s apartment before having a baby.
 * Genie lamp can now be picked up in Buy Mode on apartments.
 * Closet `Woohoo? animation will now fail properly if one partner is occupied with another activity such as reading a book
 * Child Sims? interactions are now available after joining another Sim on playground equipment.
 * `Study topics? no longer autonomously cancels unless Sims? hunger or bladder motives are low.
 * Dynasty Dresser 2 now has design modes available with The Sims 2 Apartment Life installed.
 * ?You Got Feets Bathtub? value is now consistent with other tubs in its class.
 * `Write Restaurant Guide? option is now available on computers in apartment lots.
 * Neighborhood Decoration Building (Tall Circular version) thumbnail now matches the building being placed.
 * Various objects from previous Expansion and Stuff packs can now be placed on shelves with the Sims 2 Apartment Life installed:
 * `Dream Date? reward objects can now be picked up in Buy mode on Apartment lots.
 * Error no longer occurs when a Sim tries to `Get Mail? on an apartment mailbox with a Date Coupon inside.
 * Reward objects can now be picked up in Buy mode on Apartment lots.
 * Stepping stool is now visible when a child Sim `Stargazes? through a telescope.
 * The Butler will now remain in the apartment with a toddler until his/her parents return home.
 * Endless Winding Staircase no longer blocks other spiral stairs from being built directly above the first one placed.
 * Elder Sims now have the option to `watch? TV while lounging in a couch.
 * Cooking skill no longer goes down once a family is moved onto the same apartment lot as another Sim.