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{{info|Note|Recently I went through all of my custom content and found that I had a ton of useful mods in my game that weren't listed here. Please bear with me as I try to find time in my schedule to add them here someday.}}
This is a '''personal''' list of recommended [[Custom content|DLC]] for ''[[The Sims 2]]''. A few important notes:
* '''Need help with installing custom content?''' [httphttps://modthesims.info/wiki.php?title=Game_Help:Downloading_for_Fracking_Idiots See here] or [[Game guide:Installing custom content|here]].
* While I do use a large majority of items listed here, I don't use all of them. Don't ask why, just personal preference. This is mainly to list annoyance fixing mods that other people might benefit from.
* If a download link here is broken, [[User talk:K6ka|contact me]].
* '''Always read the mod description page'''. If a mod gives you specific instructions on a special place to install it, or some "Do's and Don'ts", '''read them'''. Please don't come running to me complaining about how a mod broke your game because you didn't read the documentation, because it's not my fault that you didn't read instructions. Some downloads may come with a "Readme" or "RTFM" text file - read that as well!
* '''[http://www.simwardrobe.com/ SimWardrobe]''' doesn't allow direct links to individual pages. All links simply redirect to the main page. I will usually post directions on how to get to the mod, usually in the form of "The Sims 2>Fixes>Seasons fixes", as an example.
** [httphttps://modthesims.info/showthread.php?t=595915 By the looks of it], SimWardrobe's site is dead. There is a folder on [httphttps://simfileshare.net/folder/15672/ Sim File Share] with archived copies of his TS2 mods and objects. If you don't want to sift through it all, a 150MB zipped archive of all of SimWardrobe's creations can be obtained [httphttps://www.simfileshare.net/download/263422/ here].
* '''Many of Cyjon's mods require his [http://cyjon.net/node/323 Smarter EP Check] mod'''. Many of BoilingOil's mods do too. I recommend you get this mod now so you don't have to remember which mod needs it or not, and just leave it in your Downloads folder. It won't affect your gameplay in any way or form, so you won't lose or gain anything just by having it.
* '''Many of [[J.M. Pescado]]'s mods are available in his [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php/topic,8.0.html Director's Cut]'''. I may link to it occasionally. The complete list of mods inside the director's cut can be found [http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=14444.0;attach=10692 here] (just unzip the RAR file and extract the .doc file). '''Note''': You do NOT have to install all the mods inside the Director's Cut! Only install what you want to install. Hack descriptions are available [[User:K6ka/Pescado's Director's Cut Hack Descriptions|'''here''']].
* This list may contain links to the [[Paysites Must Be Destroyed]] website. No, they're not illegal. In fact, EA's Terms of Use says that it is '''illegal to charge money to distribute custom content for any of their products'''. Any custom content you make for the game '''must''' be made available for free. Paysites like what used to be [[The Sims Resource]] and [http://www.simslice.com/ Simslice] are illegal, pretty much. The EULA is cited on the [http://svs.paysites.mustbedestroyed.org:8080/ website's home page], and it makes it pretty clear that paysites are illegal. By now I hope you will put away any complaints about how these links to freely obtained content that originally had to be paid for are illegal, because it's the other way around.
* Some hacks may conflict with other hacks. Hack conflicts are not the end of the world, usually. The game usually loads mods in alphabetical order, so mods that are closer to "A" will load first, and mods closer to "Z" will load last. Code that loads last will overwrite code that loaded first, so usually the coding in the mod closer to "Z" will override earlier mods. More information on load order [httphttps://modthesims.info/wiki.php?title=Load%20Order here] and [httphttps://modthesims.info/t/478024 here]. The '''[httphttps://wwwsimfileshare.paladins-place.orgnet/zipsdownload/programs257956/Sims2HCDU-02.00.03.zip Hack Conflict Detection Utility]''' created by SimWardrobe can locate possible hack conflicts and lists them. The HCDU lists hack conflicts by load order, so the mod closer to the bottom of the list is usually the "dominant" one.
** Anyway, the point I'm trying to make here is that I will usually list mod conflicts if they conflict with another mod that's also on this list, and I will usually provide a fix for it.
* This is my own personal list, not someone else's.
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* This mod '''requires''' (and is pretty much '''mandatory''' for) ''[[The Sims 2:Apartment Life|Apartment Life]]''.
* This mod fixes countless bugs and glitches, many very serious indeed. It should be used alongside the [[The Sims 2: Apartment Life/Patch|AL patch]], but does not replace it.
* The original version disabled love letters that are delivered after a good [[Dating|date]], largely because Pescado found it broken but didn't bother fixing it, since he never liked it himself anyway. I made a modified version of alfixes [httphttps://www.mediafiresimfileshare.comnet/download/7yml6jp828696ot531721/alfixes2.package here]. It's the same thing, just enables the love letters. In my experience, the letters arrive in the mailbox and are correctly placed in the inventory, but the notification that reads out the contents of the letter doesn't appear (I can live with that, as long as the darn letter arrives!). My mod '''should be used at your own risk''' — I had no modding experience when I made the mod, and I still don't have any today. I'd advise against using my version, but obviously I can't stop you if you want to use it.<ref>[httphttps://modthesims.info/showthread.php?t=515077&c=1&ht=&page=3&pp=25#startcomments How I got the idea for the mod]</ref><ref>httphttps://modthesims.info/showthread.php?t=334971&c=0&pp=25%23startcomments&page=460</ref> Date gift flowers ''appear'' to be unaffected; I'm using my own modified version of the mod and I can get gift flowers just fine.
** A modder named '''slig''' made his own modified version of alfixes [http://slig.dreamwidth.org/33808.html here] that also fixes the letters. It probably works better than mine, although I haven't tested it.
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* This mod is critical for ''unpatched'' [[Bon Voyage]].
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=420659 Apartment Lots ... any incoming calls?]'''
|MogHughson
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* Fixes an unpatched bug where all incoming calls to an [[apartment]] lot would fail. If you're noticing that you aren't getting any phone calls in an apartment, this is why.
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/148 Cyjon's Lot Debugger]'''
|Cyjon
* Meant to complement the FFS Lot Debugger listed further down this list. Contains a number of fixes for bugs and glitches in lots.
* The readme for the object is [[User:K6ka/Cyjon's Debugger options|here]].
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/430 Cyjon's Lot Inspector]'''
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* Prevents the game from shredding character file data when a tombstone/urn is deleted. Can prevent corruption that occurs this way.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=304594 Pie Menu Text Strings Fix]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* Some issues in which you probably didn't even notice might be fixed in this mod, so just download it!
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/316426 "Select your cemetery" after sims died]'''
|arek_91
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* This is in the "Must have" mods because it is critical for Sims living in [[apartments]]. If the last Sim on a lot dies, his/her grave will be moved to a random community lot, which might wind up to a non-existent lot or just get deleted en route, which could potentially cause issues (graves cannot reside in an empty apartment). This mod always prompts you where you want the grave to be sent to.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=299597 Stuff Pack Object Fixes for Apartment Life]'''
|Lord Darcy
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=284916 3 Base Game Bars Fix (NL/OFB functions enabled)]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* If you have Nightlife or Open for Business, you may notice that the 3 bars from the base game are seemingly... obsolete. If placed on a community lot, they don't spawn a bartender, and if placed on an owned business, you can't assign a Sim to tend it. The only option that comes up is the useless "Juggle Tumblers" interaction. That's because EA completely ignored the bars, all the way to the last expansion pack, for several years. Unbelievable. This mod will re-enable those missing interactions, so you can now get drinks from them at a community lot, assign others to tend those bars, and can use those bars as eating surfaces.
* Works with [httphttps://modthesims.info/d/352602 Apartments and Shopping on the same lot] mod.
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|'''[http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/ffs/al/hacks/abortbedmaking.zip Abort Bed Making]'''
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* When Sims cancel the "Make Bed" interaction, the Sim will now actually cancel the interaction, instead of defiantly going over to make the bed. This is a crucial mod IMHO, because it just makes absolutely no sense that this issue was never fixed.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=270438 Adult and Teen default replacement for a non-flip-flopped experience]'''
|migamoo
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* This mod forces the game to keep the two Sims in love. However, unless you have another mod that does this, the two can't perform any romantic interactions with each other until the other one grows up. That's how it is in ''The Sims 3'' at least, so it only makes sense to bring it to ''The Sims 2'' as well. Fine with me.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=329061 AL Mysterious Bookcase Name Fix]'''
|Menaceman44
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* The Apologize interaction will now reduce [[fury]] like originally intended.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=169490 Assign Be DJ Fix]'''
|syberspunk
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* This should allow [[teenager]]s to be assigned to be a DJ at a [[DJ booth]]. For some reason, the interaction is incorrectly checked for toddlers instead of teens in the pie menu function (TTAB).
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=318327 Attraction Traits Fix]'''
|tunaisafish
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* '''Note''': Conflicts with Cyjon's Visitor's Behave mod. Make sure Computer Fixes loads after Visitor's Behave.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=412183 Banned Food Fix for Food Judging Tables]'''
|fway
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* A bug exists in ''FreeTime'' that results in a friend that had been brought home following a hobby [[chance card]] to be brought home every single day after that for the rest of the affected Sims' lives. This mod fixes that issue, but it won't fix Sims that have already encountered the bug. They will still bring that same Sim home every single day. Let's hope they're actually good friends!
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=448854 Bubble Blowing is Social]'''
|Neder
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* If the player cancels any interactions relating to the [[newspaper]], the Sim will now drop the paper immediately, rather than defiantly cracking it open to read a few lines.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=282922 Career Outfits are Added to Wardrobe Again in FreeTime]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* Ever since the FreeTime patch, career outfits are no longer added to the family wardrobe, for whatever reason. This mod re-enables that, so you can now wear your police uniform as casual wear again.
* '''This is not the same as [httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=286380 Career Outfits being hidden from the CAS and Buy catalogs]'''. Use the linked mod instead, or use it alongside this one.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=408559 Casting neutral spells doesn't change your alignment]'''
|arek_91
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* Casting neutral [[Spells (The Sims 2: Apartment Life)|spells]] no longer alters the witch/warlock's alignment.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=511539 Casual Jobs Fix]'''
|cedrigo
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* Allows [[child]]ren to say goodbye to guests. Because they live here, after all.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=405963 Club Counter Dirty State Fix]'''
|fanseelamb
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* The green tile "Club Counter" and matching kitchen island will no longer turn purple when dirty. Yes, this counter was from the base game. Broken for 5 years, all the way through The Sims 2 lifecycle. Wow.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=273244 Community Wedding Fix for Celebration Wedding Arch]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* The [[wedding arch]] from ''Celebration! Stuff'' lacked marriage on community lot function, even though the feature was enabled by EA in ''Bon Voyage''. This mod allows Sims to use the Celebration! Stuff wedding arch to get married on a community lot.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=591777 Couples Counseling Icon Fix]'''
|Nopke
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* This mod automatically removes family members from a customer list. This can happen when a customer moves in to the household of the owner, though it may occasionally happen when visiting an owned lot as a customer.
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/148 Cyjon's Lot Debugger]'''
|Cyjon
* Meant to complement the FFS Lot Debugger listed further down this list. Contains a number of fixes for bugs and glitches in lots.
* The readme for the object is [[User:K6ka/Cyjon's Debugger options|here]].
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/447 Dance Advertising Tweaks]'''
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* '''Note''': Conflicts with alfixes. Make sure this mod loads ''after'' alfixes. Should work with my modified version as well.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=313705 Decorative Corbel Placement Modification]'''
|Menaceman44
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* Alters the placement of the decorative corbel introduced in ''Apartment Life''. Originally it was placed a bit off to the side, as if it had a twin (which it doesn't).
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=327933 Dinner for 8 (extra servings for all meals)]'''
|Neder
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* Fixes various bugs and glitches with [[DJ booth]]s. Unfortunately, it won't fix the "Can't hold dance competition with the Nightlife booth" issue.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=303977 Do not leave without me]'''
|dickhurt
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* This mod forces vehicles to wait patiently until all their passengers are safe inside, with their seat belts on.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=346831 Don't turn off or stop watching tv when fun maxed]'''
|Digitalchaos
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* '''Known annoyance''': If you install this mod into any household that has a Sim studying from a book, they will throw an object error. If you play with testingcheatsenabled, just click on "Reset". Otherwise, the Sim will just "jump" out of the action. It is harmless, and will only happen the first time you enter the property with the mod installed.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/302361 Elder Female "Base Face Template" Chin Fix]'''
|Sim-Wolf
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*'''Note''': This does not affect Sims that already have this template. You'll need to give them [[plastic surgery]].
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=196484 Elevator Dormie Fix]'''
|dizzy
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**'''[[Weight Machine|Exercise Machines]] ([[treadmill]], multipress, etc.)''': Increased hourly energy drain from 0 to 15.
**'''[[Basketball]]''': Reduced hourly energy drain from 45 to 15.
**'''[[Soccer]]''': Reduced hourly energy drain from 75 (OMG what was EA thinking here??!!) to 15. Increased body skill rate from 100 to 200. Fixed broken fitness delta so soccer will now improve fitness.
**'''Jump Rope''': Increased hourly energy drain from 3/5/7 to 5/10/15 for easy/medium/hard.
**'''[[Exercise bike]]''': Energy drain reduced from 20 to 15.
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* With this mod, passing along all 10 business perks takes as much time as studying a skill from 0 to 10 points.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=223514 Faster tip jar pick up]'''
|Marhis
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|Cyjon
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* Sims will no longer autonomously try to pull Sims that have a command queued into their [[soccer]] game. They will only pick on Sims that aren't doing anything at the moment, instead of the grandmother that's trying to get into the house to wash the dishes.
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|'''[http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/ffs/al/hacks/ftminifixes.zip FreeTime Mini Fixes]'''
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* Conflicts with '''[http://www.simbology.com/smf/index.php?topic=8586.0 Enthusiasm Overhaul]'''. Can be installed together without problems.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=257886 Fix for OFB Toddler Brown Badger Hat - Correctly shows up under PJs]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* A misplaced catalog item. The brown badger hat for toddlers, introduced in ''Open for Business'', was incorrectly categorized as Everyday/'''Formal'''/Outerwear, whereas other colors show up under Everyday/PJs/Outerwear. This mod fixes that, moving the lost sheep from Formal to PJs. The shepherd has found you, and will bring you back to the rest of the herd!
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=405322 Fixed Rat Race Magazine]'''
|MogHughson
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* Conflicts with [http://www.simbology.com/smf/index.php?topic=8586.0 Enthusiasm Overhaul]. Can be installed together without problems, as long as Enthusiasm Overhaul loads last.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=189428 "Is Chair a Booth" / "Is Sofa a Sectional" global patches]'''
|Inge Jones
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* This mod allows the game to recognize cloned booth chairs and sectional sofas as such.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=301662 Jukebox Animation Fix]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* Despite popular belief, this mod '''will not''' disable social worker visits completely. The social worker will still come to deliver adopted children, or remove children with bad grades, etc.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=282042 Lacy Lingerie *Shoeless* Default Replacement]'''
|migamoo
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* Sims will no longer autonomously take out the trash unless the trash bin or compacter is at least half full. This was an annoyance in the original game, as Sims would always autonomously take out the trash as soon as the trash can had just one object in it. What's the point of a trash can, then? Will not affect player-directed interactions.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=315720 Lunatech 'Lighten Up' Ceiling Light Fix]'''
|Menaceman44
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* '''Note:''' While you do not actually need Apartment Life to install this mod, it's a bit pointless unless you use custom ceilings, since you probably won't notice it anyway (But now that I've mentioned it, you might just be inclined to install it anyway).
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=307469 Make out _IS_ a romantic social, dammit!]'''
|Marhis
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* Occasionally a Sim will roll both a want to kiss someone, and a want to make out with someone. If you initiate make out, the "kiss someone" want is fulfilled immediately, but that usually causes all the other wants to re-roll, so you get snuffed out of the make out want. This mod causes both wants to be fulfilled right at the very start of the interaction, so nobody gets cheated out of a want.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=287228 Maxis Centerpiece... as Centerpiece! (Centerpiece Enabler for Maxis Small Objects)]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* Quite useful for restaurants or for the lovely patio where there are small lamps on the tables - which are always vacant because nobody can eat at them! Well, with this mod, now they can.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=282426 Missing Default Wedding Dress Restored for Kitchen & Bath Stuff Pack]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* This mod allows Sims to stick with "fun" activities longer. In the unmodded game, Sims will break out of fun activities faster, sooner, and more easily than "skilling" activities. This becomes a problem when you want the Sims to actually play for much longer, such as to keep them occupied. (Besides, who seriously just stops playing that easily in order to scrub the bathtub? Nyah!) This can permit some fun objects, such as the [[Career_rewards#Tribal_Flame_a_la_Coconut_Pinball|Tribal Flame a la Coconut Pinball]], to actually have a positive effect, rather than a measly peanut machine.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=464612 Move away from the bus door]'''
|xptl297
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* Sims will now walk away from a bus door (i.e. a school bus or the bus in the Athletic career) when they disembark, so people behind them can get off the bus.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=295707 Neon Flamingo wall hanging (fix) (Pre-FT)]'''
|dickhurt
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* Fixes a bug where children would be in indefinite "run mode" after aging up from toddler. You can also fix their movement by using the "Fix Movement" option on Cyjon's debugger.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/127719 No Jitters after espresso]'''
|Numenor
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*Sims will no longer lecture a baby or toddler when they soil themselves. They should only lecture children and older who ''should'' know better. Sims will still react to the smell, though.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=488376 No More "Dance Face"]'''
|Neder
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* [http://www.simwardrobe.com/ SimWardrobe] made a similar mod, accessible at "The Sims 2>Fixes>Generic (All Versions) Fixes". It basically does the same thing.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=302147 No Watchout for Driverless Vehicles]'''
|dickhurt
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* This mod completely nerfs that interaction, so it's back to the good ol' days of ''The Sims 1''. Keep jumping on the bed. Mom and dad don't need to know.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=542871 Oaktowne Dining Chair Fix]'''
|Klaartje
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* Fixes a silly EAxis graphical glitch with the Oaktowne Dining Chair.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=303784 Object Sound (Soundinfo) Fix for Maxis Objects]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* Objects make distinctive noises when Sims are interacting with them, such as a soft, cushion sofa making a squishy noise. However, sound attribution in later EPs were largely disregarded, such as the ''Seasons'' roofed bench making the soft cushion noise. Some objects won't make any sounds at all, because EA broke the coding for them. This mod fixes the sound for most pre-made objects.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=222719 Outdoor lamps on till dawn mod]'''
|Marhis
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* Suppose you get this warning that you have too many [[newspaper]]s on the lot and that today's paper won't be delivered, when you only have one or two around. Or do you? Look around closely, and you'll see a Sim sitting on the [[toilet|crapper]] with a newspaper out, and the game apparently counts that as a legitimate newspaper! This mod fixes that by only counting newspapers that are real and were delivered by the newspaper deliverer, not whipped out of thin air by a Sim on the toilet.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=263078 Pet Interaction Enabler for Forgotten Objects]'''
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Lord Darcy
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**'''Note''': Not compatible with Syperspunk's risky WooHoo hack for the photo booth.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=326049 Pregnancy controller fix]'''
|dickhurt
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* I ''think'' the FFS Lot Debugger has an option to remove pregnancy controllers as well, though I'm not sure if it's for pets. I'd still recommend having this mod, because this is just a silly oversight by the developers.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=301634 Proper Hobby Enthusiasm for Decorative Items]'''
|Richi3frog
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* When Sims make a bed, they will simply throw on the covers, like they do when told to Relax on an unmade bed, instead of the unnecessary, time-wasting fuss of patting the blankets down. Saves a lot of time!
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=298916 Ramen Fix - Restores Uni texture taken over by BV ramen, Fixes the broken thumbnail]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* An alternative to this (especially if you find the interaction to be the most irritating in the world, with completely random adults with 0/0 relationships trying to read random kids to sleep) would be to use [http://www.simlogical.com/sl/Sims2Pages/Sims2_Sleeping.htm this mod] by Simlogical, which disables the interaction entirely. You can also try [http://cyjon.net/node/406 this mod] by Cyjon which adjusts the interaction so it's less annoying.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=292411 Repair Animation Fix for 2-tiled Floor TVs - Sims hold the screwdriver correctly]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* This mod fixes that. The correct animation will be used for two-tiled TVs that need to be pulled out. Not needed if you do not have ''Glamour Life'' or custom TVs.
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/239 Reputation New Friend Fix]'''
|'''[http://modthesims.info/download.php?t=284735 Resized Seasons Adventurer Career Reward - Now table-deco sized]'''
|Cyjon
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* Fixes a bug with the [[reputation]] benefits "new friend" perk in which the game overwrites a variable, which could result in unsafe NPCs being befriended.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=284735 Resized Seasons Adventurer Career Reward - Now table-deco sized]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* ...but guess what? EA forgot to implement the Body skill check when Restocking, which is why it seems to take FOREVER to gain the talent badge, to the point you may as well use a hacked object to give him an instant Gold badge. This mod fixes that.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=476334 Robots are Science/Toys are Tinkering/Flowers are Nature]'''
|Neder
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* When teens run away from home, their skills get randomized, which could potentially ruin some of the skills they have. This mod changes that behavior so that, instead of skills getting randomized, teens will instead slowly build their skills. Because when you're out on your own on the streets, you do, in fact, ''learn'' stuff, despite popular societal belief.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=478239 Semi-Autonomous Movies]'''
|Neder
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* While this object will remove the stuck, invisible object, it will also remove ''any'' and ''all'' objects on the tile it was placed on. To avoid having the remover casting your furniture into oblivion, be sure to move any nearby objects out of the way before plopping this object down.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=303288 Table Slot Height Fix]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* '''Note''': You must sell and re-purchase the affected tables for the changes to take effect.
|-
|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/519857 Temperate Beach Activities]'''
|maybesomethingdunno
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* This mod prevents Sims from being able to "sunbathe" when it is cold. Seriously, it's snowing out, and yet you still feel the need to lie shirtless on a frozen beach?
* '''Conflicts with [httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=295611 Treeag's Sunbathe anywhere]'''. This mod includes the features of Sunbathe anywhere, so remove Treeag's mod to avoid unnecessary conflict.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/293300 Toddler Bob Fix]'''
|fanseelamb
|
* Ever noticed how the red toddler "bob" hair has a cute, messy fringe while the other colors have harsh straight bangs? Do you know why that's the case? Well, guess what - EAxis linked the black, brown, and blonde hairs to the ''wrong textures''. So this mod fixes that.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=563540 UI Text Fonts Fix for AL/MG]'''
|DanTheMann15
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** Replaced the odd asexual gender icon for the [[spectral cat]] (really looks more like EA got lazy with the images) with a spectral cat icon
** Tooltip for the spectral cat icon now says "Spectral Cat" rather than "Baby Boy".
* Replaces the old [httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=553155 Live UI "Needs" Font size fix for The Sims 2 AL/MG] mod.
* You only need this mod if you have ''Apartment Life'' and/or ''Mansion & Garden Stuff'', since the fonts were perfectly fine before those two. Dunno where EA got this fetish of shrinking stuff.
|-
|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=286380 Unlocked FreeTime Career Outfits (for FreeTime Patch)]'''
|Lord Darcy
|
* After the FreeTime Patch, career outfits could not be purchased from CAS or the Buy catalog at a clothing rack. This mod re-enables that, along with some minor changes, such as townies being unable to spawn in career outfits (seriously, who wanders down the street in a ballet tutu??).
* '''This is not the same as [httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=282922 career outfits no longer being added to the family wardrobe]'''. Use the linked mod instead, or use them together with this one.
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|'''[http://www.insimenator.org/index.php/topic,99418.0.html Visiting Children & Teens Stay Later - AL]'''
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* '''Note''': Visitors will linger about 10 to 20 Sim minutes after the last household member turns out the lights. This is to eliminate false readings caused by other activities that temporarily set the hidden flag, like "Teleport" and "WooHoo".
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=295797 Walk to Lot Fix]'''
|fway
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* Several fixes regarding temperature that was introduced with ''[[The Sims 2: Seasons|Seasons]]''.
** Warmth caps are now properly applied so that [[zombie]]s will no longer turn blue despite being unable to freeze to death.
** Temperature for spontaneous combustion increased and the chance of that happening decreased.
** Outdoor temperatures no longer affect Sims that are indoors.
* NOTE: Conflicts with SimWardrobe's No Random Bursting into Flames. Add a "Z" in front of SimWardrobe's mod so it loads after Warmth Fixes, if you want spontaneous combustion to be eliminated from the game.
|-
|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/showthread.php?p=5099528#post5099528 Weather Fix]'''
|Chris Hatch
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! scope="col"|Description
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/374017 Buyable Aspiration & Career Rewards for Lot Builders]'''
|Sophie-David
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* You can download this object [http://svs.paysites.mustbedestroyed.org:8080/booty/ts2/simslice/objects/home_shop_phone/ here]. If you have FreeTime, download the [http://svs.paysites.mustbedestroyed.org:8080/booty/ts2/simslice/objects/home_shopping_phone_freetime_update/ updated version].
|-
|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=460235 Improved Hanging Exerto Punching Bag]
|Honeywell
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*This bomb allows you to start [[fire]]s in one click. Simply place the bomb where you want the fire to be. Then, click on the bomb and pick your radius. The larger the radius, the more fire there will be (and the more lag). Once you're ready to begin your Sim BBQ, click "Detonate". Fire has never been easier!
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/381788 Newspaper Rack]'''
|cmomoney & MogHughson
|
* This object allows you to buy a [[newspaper]] on a community lot. Useful if you have a "No Newspaper" hack or if some pesky neighborhood brat stole your newspaper. Also great if you want something to put in the [[compost]] bin.
* Object will have two interactions: Buy, and Read.
** "Read" will simply cause the Sim to remove a newspaper from the rack. It costs nothing and Sims will be able to read it. Once they're finished, they'll simply put it on the ground or on a surface. Without the [httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?p=1867600#post1867600 Build Buy Enabler] mod, they won't be able to put that newspaper into their inventory.
** "Buy" will cause the Sim to grab a newspaper and purchase it at a cash register. The newspaper will go into their inventory.
* '''Note:''' The rack works in all game installations, but Nightlife or later is required to purchase newspapers from the rack. Otherwise, only the "Read" interaction will be available.
* This rack currently does not work in owned [[business]]es. When marked for sale, Sims will simply buy the entire rack, not a newspaper.
* This rack does not work on residential lots. I did some tweaking in SimPE to make it buyable on residential lots, available [httphttps://www.mediafiresimfileshare.comnet/download/71gcbh2hd8m6bft531723/newspaper-rack-Mog-Cmo-20091206.package here]. '''Use at your own risk''' (although do [[User talk:K6ka|let me know]] if I uploaded the wrong file) or [httphttps://modthesims.info/showthread.php?p=3815793#post3815793 do it yourself]. In my experience it works without problems; Sims can simply grab a newspaper for free without hassle.
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|'''[http://www.simwardrobe.com/ No Employee Door]'''
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* This door will allow everyone but the employees of an [[business|owned business]] to pass. Useful for home businesses.
|-
|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/445336 Phae's Phone Book]'''
|Phaenoh
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*Requires ''Open for Business''
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/501526 The Sim Bouncer]'''
|NixNivis
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! scope="col"|Description
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=263426 Bon Voyage Swimwear for Kids]'''
|rosahege
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*Four "miniature" versions of the BV swimming trunks are now available to children. Surfs up!
|-
|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=263894 H&M Swimwear for Kids]'''
|rosahege
|
*Aside from the ridiculous flip-flops, the swimming trunks for male adults and teens from ''H&M Fashion Stuff'' suited my Sims well. But, well, apparently Maxis feels that they didn't have to bother with the kids section. Which sucks, because for pretty much all of ''The Sims'' series, the childrens' section has always been the smallest.
*Miniature versions of the 3 H&M Fashion Stuff swimming trunks are now available to children. Oh, and the creator removed the stupid flip-flops, so kids don't need to try and swim in flip-flops... which is very, very hard.
*'''Note''': If you're looking for the default replacement for the adult/teen version that gets rid of the flip-flops, see [httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=270438].
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/293562 Book of Talent]'''
|treeag
|
* Ah, this popular mod can instantly maximize your Sim's skills, including hidden ones. The correct [[memories]] will be given and any relevant wants will be fulfilled. If you have ''Open for Business'', you can also give your Sims shiny gold [[Talent Badges|talent badges]] with the snap of a finger - again, wants and memories given! If you have ''Pets'', you can use the "boolProp controlPets true" cheat, select your pets, and then click on the book to teach them commands in the blink of an eye! No more grumbling about how your pet followed you when you told them to stay! With ''Bon Voyage'', your Sims can learn the gestures (though they will not master it, so you might still need to have them meet a vacation local to master the gesture), massages, dances, and any other skills without the need to pack a suitcase and catch a cab to the airport! Heck, you don't even need to leave SimNation! If ''FreeTime'' is installed, you can use this to max out your hobby enthusiasm in the specified hobby you choose, as well as learn the new Parenting skill! If ''Apartment Life'' is installed, Sims can learn all the new life skills, as well as their magic skill and Breakdance skill. Seriously, just get it!
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=283201 Sim Transformer]'''
|treeag
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=448903 Anyone Fight Burglars]'''
|reaper with no name
|
* Allows other Sims to fight [[burglars]] that enter their home, instead of just the police. Very useful if your Sim works in the law enforcement career and you're tired of them screaming and panicking at the burglar. Seriously, just go and beat the living crapola out of that thief!!! Requires ''Pets''.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=484917 Apartment Life Shelving Fix]'''
|Sims99Fanatic
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* Place this file in your "Program Files/EA Games/Your latest EP/TSData/Res/Catalog/Bins" folder, not your Downloads folder; otherwise, it will display the annoying custom content star, and the Delete button will be activated.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/352602 Apartments and Shopping, on the same Lot!]'''
|MogHughson
|
* Allows certain community lot objects to function on [[apartments|apartment lots]], so Sims can live in a "Mixed-use building", with stores at the foot of the building and living space on top.
* Read the mod description carefully! The 3 base game bars will still be the bland, empty ones that don't spawn bartenders unless you have [httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=284916 3 Base Game Bars Fix (NL/OFB functions enabled)] by Lord Darcy.
* You '''cannot''' run an owned [[business]] on an apartment lot, even with this mod. This is currently not possible, and a mod for it would be beyond complexity.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=277875 BBQ "Close Lid"]'''
|anak_ponti
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* You should also get [http://cyjon.net/node/387 Relationship Decay Fix] if you have this or BoilingOil's mod.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?p=1867600#post1867600 Build Buy Enabler]'''
|cathair2005
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* This adds a short label next to each [[Spells (The Sims 2: Apartment Life)|spell's]] name, which will tell you what the spell does. Because EAxis apparently fails at the fake-Latin names... ugh. No more looking up what each spell does on this wiki!
|-
|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=223528 Marriage: Last Name Chooser]'''
|Marhis
|
* Allows you to choose which last name both Sims will inherit during a [[marriage]], instead of just the Sim that initiated the marriage.
|-
|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/download.php?t=303905 Maxis Modular Stairs Passage Fix]'''
|Lord Darcy
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* '''Note''': Existing stairs must be reconstructed for this mod to take effect.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=407570 Pets and Children share Bed]'''
|MogHughson
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* '''Note''': This mod comes in two packages - the "Controller" and the "Data". They will appear to conflict with each other in the HCDU. Don't panic - this conflict is intentional.
|-
|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=295611 Sunbathe Anywhere]'''
|treeag
|
* This allows your Sims to sunbathe anywhere, as long as they are outdoors. Sims no longer have to be at a beach lot just to get a nice tan.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=448796 Teens can use massage table]'''
|DarkPhoenixxx
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* This mod also has the interesting side effect of allowing [[Servo]]s to use the massage table as well. Hey, not that I'm complaining; I think Servo should be able to ''give'' massages, at least.
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/296521 Teleport Anywhere]'''
|treeag
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*Seriously, you can't have Sims teleport into rooms with no doors, rooftops with no entry, an area enclosed by a gateless fence, the bathroom of the opposite gender, and behind the '''Very Mysterious Shelving''' door from ''Apartment Life''.
*This mod removes this restriction so Sims can truly teleport anywhere like a real ninja would. Because which ninja ever let a wall get in their way?
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/172 Trim Inaccessible Bushes]'''
|Cyjon
|
* Allows Sims to trim bushes that are inaccessible, such as those that are facing the wrong way. This is quite useful in an [[apartment]] lot where bushes in the communal area may not be facing the right direction. With this mod, the landlord will be able to trim them rather than stomping their feet all day. Great for custom apartment lots.
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|'''[http://www.leefish.nl/mybb/thread-3177.html Unbreakable Elevators]'''
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* Sims will, unfortunately and annoyingly, still get the fear of plummeting in an elevator. Well, it might be fortunate, since it uses up a fear slot that might have otherwise contained an aspiration-destroying fear.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=462269 Watch TV from all chairs]'''
|MogHughson
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**Sims can watch TV at a 45° angle, or even at a 90° angle. Sims can now watch TV further back. This mod should reduce the amount of Sims standing up to watch TV even when there's a logical seat near the TV for them to sit on.
|-
|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=151932288772 Water Waterproofinaccessible Servosflowers]'''
|dickhurt
|
* There are two mods on display here:
** "Water half tiles fix" allows Sims to water half-tile flowers even if there is a fence or wall running through them.
** "Water inaccessible flowers" allows Sims to water any flower on the lot, even if it is inaccessible (such as by being completely surrounded by fences).
* Helps with designing homes that look nice that are also functional too.
|-
|'''[https://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=151932 Waterproof Servos]'''
|dolphin26
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|'''[httphttps://modthesims.info/d/303295 Freezer Clock]'''
|treeag
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* This is an interesting one. This "Magic Wand" - really just a cubical box - does two things to your lot:
**1. It resets all objects to their minimum value, so if you sell the objects or sell the lot, all the objects will be sold at the price of Honest Ed's doormats.
**2. It can attempt to force a lot that had Live mode locked for some reason to be playable. There has been various issues with owned business lots being locked out of Live mode and you can only access Build and Buy mode. While this can try to unstick the lot, you should see [httphttps://modthesims.info/t/456244 this thread] first. The bug seems to occur more frequently if your Sim drives their own vehicle to the business lot. If you have ''Bon Voyage'' or later, try walking to the lot instead. Otherwise, take a taxi.
*'''To install this object''': The "magicwand.package" file goes into the '''Downloads''' folder. The "magicwandcollection.package" file goes in the '''Collections''' folder. Both folders are in the "My Documents\EA Games\The Sims 2" directory.
*'''To find this object''': This object does not appear in the buy or build mode catalog. You must enter build mode and then click on the "Collections" tab at the bottom (it should be the icon of a folder or something like that). The magic wand will be in a collection with the OFB logo, so hover your cursor over the icons to check.
*'''To use this object''': Simply take the magic wand from its build mode collection and "wave" it around the lot. Just wave it around your lot a couple of times and see if your problems are fixed.
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|'''[https://modthesims.info/download.php?t=586548 No Pause Frame]'''
|Nopke
|
* This mod removes the red pause frame that appears when you pause the game. Mostly used to aid in picture taking, allowing you to capture the entire screen without any obstructions when combined with the cameraman mode.
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|'''[http://cyjon.net/node/427 Seating Aging Fix]'''
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* Sims can no longer avoid death just by sitting in a chair. The game won't age up Sims who are sitting or lying down. This means that technically Sims can live forever just by sitting in a chair (quite unlike reality!<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiKg6JfS658</ref>). With this mod, the Grim Reaper will rudely interrupt Sims when it is time for them to go.
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|'''[httphttps://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=492998 Turn On / Off All Lights]
|Mootilda
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* Seems to have something to do with managing memories or something. I don't know, haven't used it, but it looks useful.
* [httphttps://www.modthesims.info/showthread.php?p=4289261#post4289261 This post] contains the original author and a short description.
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