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[CURRENT ISSUE] Codes instead of text/ Blank text and bubbles
Update 2023/07/20 There currently seems to be issues for Horse Ranch and Steam. Please head over to this post if you are on Steam: [STEAM] [HR] Missing Text Strings Update 19.6.2022 This issue can also be caused by BBB (Better Build Buy). If you are using this mod, make sure to head over to TwistedMexis Patron and get the newest version. For more information see this: [MOD RELATED] Werewolf text not showing up on aspiration, other pack errors Problem My game is either full of codes instead of texts or text bubbles are just empty Cause This issue is caused by a missing string file (Installation Folder). For some odd reason Origin/EA app refuses to download the needed Language String file for the pack. Each pack has a folder in the Installation folder (Standard: c:\Program Files\EA Games\The Sims 4 and each of the pack folder should contain a language file (for example: Strings_ENG_US.package) for the language you have switched to. This doesn't seem to be the case for everyone resulting in empty Strings for *Debug" strings in the game. There's also a folder called Delta that has a folder for each pack as well. That folder also contains the language files and it looks like the files are always getting downloaded there with no problems. Problem is that unless there was a patch after the pack release, there's no folder in Detla for that specific pack (which is normal) So this problem should fix itself once a patch is released cause the game then starts looking for the string file in the delta folder and not the initial one. This is of course very undesirable if you want to play the game when it comes out. I'm still looking for reliable solutions but meanwhile you can try the ones outlined below. They seem to be less and less efficient. Solutions If you just have them missing on notifications, it's most likely an incompatible mod. Make sure your mods are updated, especially if you use any UI Mods. Before trying the methods below, try repairing the game. To do so, right click on the game in Origin and hit repair game. Make sure to set EA app to the same language as you want the game to be in. EDIT: Some languages are missing strings for cheats. If it's an issue of missing strings for cheats only, then that's a bug. Please post in the thread for your language (for unlisted languages, create a new thread in the englisch bug forum: https://answers.ea.com/t5/Bug-Reports/bd-p/The-Sims-4-Bugs: English, Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Spanish Edit: None of the solutions work with EA Desktop currently. EA Desktop is BETA software and it's not a problem to have both Origin and EA Desktop alongside. You can't run them at the same time but if you need to do something that EA Desktop is not able to do yet, just start Origin instead. Method 1 Repair the game through EA app/Origin (Mac) Change the language to something other than what it's now and let the game repair itself --> This will currently only work for Mac as EA app doesn't let you change the language. Change the language back to your Original one Method 2 Backup your user files Delete the following file from your hard drive: <game_install_location>\The Sims 4\Game\Bin\TS4_x64.exe or just TS4_x64 if you have your extension hidden for known types (see pic below) By default on 64 bit Windows this will be located in: c:\Program Files\EA Games\The Sims 4\The Sims 4\Game\Bin\TS4_64.exe) There's also an exe file in Bin_LE that I also recommend to delete. That one is called TS4 or TS4.exe Delete TS4_DX9_x64.exe if you are using DX9 Go to the Origin “My Games” library The Sims 4 game tile will change from “Play” to “Download” Start the Download Origin may prompt you for what language to install in, if it does make sure to choose the same language you originally installed The Sims 4 in. Important Notes These steps are for PC only. Make sure your Origin client is set to the same language that it was set to when you originally installed The Sims 4. Make sure your Origin client “Downloaded Games” location (set via Advanced panel in Application Settings) is the same as when you originally installed The Sims 4. If these steps fail, it is recommended that you fully uninstall and reinstall The Sims 4 via Origin (see spoiler box below) Remove any mods you are using. This issue can also be caused by mods. Mac equivalent of TS4.exe In your Applications folder right click on the Sims 4 app and select Show Package Contents. Navigate to Contents > Mac OS. Right click on The Sims 4 and select Move to Trash. Don't drag the file as it will only move an alias and leave the original in place. Now open Origin, right click on The Sims 4 in your Games Library and click Repair Game. Feedback if this method works is appreciated!! Source: EA Method 3 If you have another windows or mac computer in your household (doesn't matter if it matches the specs), download the game on that computer oder download them from the link provided by SimQARobo in this post: https://answers.ea.com/t5/Technical-Issues-PC/CURRENT-ISSUE-Codes-instead-of-text-Blank-text-and-bubbles/m-p/10042760#M207471 Navigate to the installation folder and the pack which strings you are missing Check if the string file got downloaded. If so, copy it to a memory stick Copy the file from the memory stick to the correct folder on your usual computer Language files can be found here (the files can differ in name, depending on your language) Base Game: C:\ProgramFiles(x86)\Origin Games\The Sims 4\Data\Client\Strings_ENG_US.package Get To Work: C:\ProgramFiles(x86)\Origin Games\The Sims 4\Delta\EP01\ Strings_ENG_US.package Outdoor Retreat: C:\ProgramFiles(x86)\Origin Games\The Sims 4\Delta\GP01\ Strings_ENG_US.package ..Solved253KViews64likes1154Comments[ARCHIVED] Gallery Connection Troubleshooting/ Status: Online
This thread is to inform you of the current status of the gallery and also to give you some tips you can try if you can't access the gallery although it's supposed to be online. If you can't solve your issue, you can use this thread to report problems. Please check the forum and twitter for any scheduled maintenance messages before posting. Index Current Status Where to check for Info on scheduled maintenance Troubleshooting Current Status The InGame Gallery is currently: ONLINE The Website Gallery is currently: ONLINE ↑ Where to Check for Info for scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance is usually announced on Twitter, in the official Sims Forum and on AHQ ↑ Troubleshooting If you have issues despite the gallery being online, please try the following steps before posting. If there's a current known issue, there's nothing you need to do unless someone requests information (Please see Current Status). No amount of troubleshooting will make the game go online cause it's an issue on EA's side. I don't have the gallery at all. All I see is the library There are two reasons why you don't have access to the Gallery at all (no icon for it). In both cases there's nothing you can do about it. The Gallery doesn't work with those two versions. You're using the Legacy Edition of the game You have a child account I can't connect to the Gallery There are several causes for this Firewall or Antivirus are blocking the connection. Make sure to allow access Origin/EA app and The Sims 4 through your security software (please consult the manual of your software on how to do that). There's an issue with your connection. If you can, try at a friends house or a public internet or through a phone hotspot if it also doesn't work through those (for troubleshooting) Try if it works with a mobile hotspot (for troubleshooting) There's a general issue with the gallery. Please see above for more info If you're running the game in any kind of compatibility mode, try removing that (for example Windows 8.1 when you have Windows 10) Delete your Sims Cache FIles Delete your Cache Files Try moving the Tray folder to the desktop. If you have a lot of items in there, it might cause issues. Try running CCleaner (please google for link, Windows only) Mac - Try the suggestions in the Origin/Mac connections issue post here Remove all your mods and test without Switch of VPN in your Antivirus Further Suggestions by SimQARobo If you have multiple network devices - LAN, wireless, Bluetooth, VPN, etc - try disabling them one-by-one to see if one of them is bad. The game could be attempting to choose a bad adapter that currently doesn’t have internet access. Try moving the \Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\ folder to your desktop temporarily, launching the game, and checking the Gallery. If it connects fine, that likely means there's something bad in \Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\ . If you are playing on a school or work network, perhaps that network is blocking connection. You should contact the network administrator of your work or school, or try switching to a different network outside of the work or school network. If 1, 2, or 3 above don't help, try pinging sims4cdn.ea.com . If the ping fails, it means your computer is not able to connect to Sims 4 CDN, and we can follow up with more steps. How to ping on Windows How to ping on Mac Attempt to load http://sims4cdn.ea.com/content.ts4/master/live/masterconfig.txt in a browser, If you see an error page or corrupted text, we can follow up with more steps. Attempt to load http://sims4cdn.ea.com/content.ts4/config/live/killswitch/killswitch_normal15.txt in a browser, If you see an error page or corrupted text, we can follow up with more steps. My Uploads aren't showing in the Gallery Sometimes it takes a moment for them to show up so please be patient. If you used Custom Content on your Sim/House, make sure to tick the include custom content on the left-hand side. All Gallery items show as Red X instead of a picture This issue is related to a Antivirus program blocking access to the user folder. Please use this thread if you need help on solving this: Anti-Virus blocking User Folder (Screenshots/Gallery/Mods..) All failed I have no further suggestions at this point. Maybe contact support to see if they have other suggestions. When posting it's good to provide your Internet provider and country. Maybe there's a pattern ↑59KViews45likes731Comments[FAQ] Why don't my expansion packs transfer between platforms?
Product: The Sims 4 Platform:PC Which language are you playing the game in? English How often does the bug occur? Every time (100%) What is your current game version number? 1.58.69.1010 What expansions, game packs, and stuff packs do you have installed? None, but I SHOULD have Get to Work, Seasons, and Cats & Dogs. Steps: How can we find the bug ourselves? Find it? You don't need to freaking find it. just give me my stuff! What happens when the bug occurs? I'm going to die. JUST GIVE ME MY FREAKING STUFF What do you expect to see? My expansion packs. Call me crazy, but when you buy something, you usually have it. Have you installed any customization with the game, e.g. Custom Content or Mods? Never used. Did this issue appear after a specific patch or change you made to your system? MY expansion packs completely disappeared after I installed the game on my Laptop. I had linked my EA account to the Ps4 version, so there isn't any reason why I shouldn't have them now. Edit by PoptartJuniper: Adjusted Title for Search Purposes. Added Tag. Merged another post into this one with 158 "Me Too" clicks.Solved79KViews16likes512CommentsHappy Home Login Event not appearing on Main Menu
daily login rewards have been announced via social media, ive updated my game via ea app and repaired it, but don't see the event pop-up on my main menu as shown online. anyone else having this issue? Edit By Crinrict: Adjusted TitleSolved15KViews35likes509Comments[ARCHIVED] Happy Home Login Event: Claimed items disappear
Problem I already claimed some of the rewards but when I started my game today, they were gone and I have to start over. I'm playing on a different computer now and I have to start over on that computer Cause The event rewards are saved in Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\usersetting(.ini). If you delete this file, rename your folder or play on another computer, you will not have them. Backup the file regularly. There's potentially also an issue with repair so make sure you back it up before you repair. There's currently no solution for console players. More information can be found here: [FAQ] The Happy at Home Login Event Please add your voice (me too/post) to this thread if you lost your Login Event rewards. Only solution I see to this is that Maxis gives us those items as SDX.Solved13KViews9likes346CommentsToday is July 22nd. Why hasn't Cottage Living Downloaded yet on my PC?
I preordered Cottage Living before the release date. It is officially released today. It hasn't automatically downloaded like I expected. I've restarted my computer, but that's all I've done to try and solve the issue. I don't know what else to do. I really want to play the new pack and today's the day! It's been on my calendar for weeks.Solved12KViews20likes326Comments[FAQ] Sims 4 Buy a Bundle: Windows and macOS
Overview jump to: Availability jump to: How to bundle For those playing Sims 4 in Windows or macOS, EA allows players to customize and buy a bundle of DLC at a discount over the packs' individual prices. The bundle must consist of one expansion, one game pack, and one stuff pack, all currently eligible for bundling (see below) and unowned by the player. Kits are not included at this time. If you own all eligible packs in one category, you won't be able to create a bundle. Console players do not have the ability to bundle at this time. Availability All packs are currently eligible for bundling except for the following: Life & Death Lovestruck Crystal Creations For Rent Home Chef Hustle all kits There is no information on when bundling will be enabled for these packs. How to bundle EA App Open "My collection," click the Sims 4 icon, and under "The Sims 4," click "Bundle & save," which will be next to "Add-ons." If you cannot create a bundle because you already own all eligible packs in one category, you will not see this button. Otherwise, choose your preferred expansion, game pack, and stuff pack, and proceed to checkout. Origin Hover over Browse Games, then The Sims, and click The Sims 4 Build Your Bundle: If you cannot create a bundle because you already own all eligible packs in one category, you will see a "Bundling not available" message. Otherwise, choose your preferred expansion, game pack, and stuff pack, and proceed to checkout.21KViews45likes239Comments[FAQ] Common Issues with Cheats
Index Introduction Common Pitfalls Individual Cheats Introduction Cheats are commonly used in the Sims games and as it's a single player game, you can do so at your heart's content. Some cheats are also used to fix issues. For PC/Mac there are no consequences for using them. On Console, using testingcheats will disable achievements/trophies. There are many cheats and you can find the most common ones listed on these sites Carl's Sims 4 Guide Twisted Mexi SimsOnline If you are on PC/Mac and not opposed to mods, I recommend getting TwistedMexis BetterCheatConsole mod. It will tell you why a certain cheat failed instead of just failing. ↑ Common Pitfalls Cheat console doesn't open Please read the info in these threads, depending on your platform and post any questions there if those don't help Console: FAQ - Sims 4 Console Cheats Windows: Cheat console doesn't open Mac: 🛠️ Opening the Sims 4 cheat console on Mac Cheat XYZ doesn't work A few tips on what to do if a certain cheat doesn't work. Ask in the thread if you have further issues. Some cheats only work if you put testingcheats on first. For some cheats it's on/off for others true/false. Try both combinations Some cheats have been disabled by EA/Maxis and no longer work. You will need a mod to unlock those again. Google: TwistedMexi AllCheats to find the mod) Some cheats require a name of a trait or buff or something along these line. Those need to be unique or the cheat fails without a warning. Ask in the thread if you need help to figure out what you need to type. Some mods turn on testingcheats and other cheats when booting the game. If you remove your mods, the cheats might stop working. Caps are not important. Common Cheats that need AllCheats All Buff Cheats (this includes Pregnancy Cheats) ↑ Individual Cheats Modifyrelationship (requires testingcheats) This cheat was changed when pets where introduced so you may still find the wrong cheat on some sites. These are the correct cheats. Sims: modifyrelationship <FirstNameSim1> <LastNameSim1> <FirstNameSim2> <LastNameSim2> <value> LTR_Friendship_Main Pets & Sims: modifyrelationship <FirstNameSim> <LastNameSim> <FirstNamePet> <LastNamePet> <value> LTR_SimToPet_Friendship_Main Romance: Modifyrelationship <FirstNameSim1> <LastNameSim1> <FirstNameSim2> <LastNameSim2> <value> LTR_Romance_Main Add/remove Pregnancy(requires AllCheats or MCCC) This cheat is hidden on a vanilla game as it's part of the moodlet cheat. Removing/Adding moodlets can have side effects so please use with caution. Make sure the Sim you want to add/remove the moddlet from is active. To remove a buff instead of add, use sims.remove_buff First Trimester: sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_Trimester1 Second Trimester: sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_Trimester2 Third Trimester: sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_Trimester3 Labor: sims.add_buff buff_Pregnancy_InLabor Add/Remove Traits You can add/remove any trait. The names of the traits are not always self-explaining so feel free to ask here what the individual trait names are if you can't find them in the Internet. Make sure that the Sim you want to add the trait to is active. You can also only have 3 base traits. If you want to change them, you need to remove one to add another. traits.equip_trait <name of the trait> traits.remove_trait <name of the trait> Delete Objects (requires AllCheats or MCCC and testingcheats enabled) This cheat is hidden on a vanilla game. After enabling testingcheats, shift-click on the object you want gone and choose Destroy Object Build Mode Cheats These are the major build mode cheats bb.showhiddenobjects --> Shows all debug/hidden items bb.enablefreebuild [true|false] --> Enables building on otherwise locked lots types (available for most lots bb.moveobjects --> Allows free placement of objects bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement --> Unlocks all locked items bb.showliveeditobjects --> Shows items that are otherwise only available in the world7.5KViews6likes231Comments[FAQ] The Sims 4 and Chromebooks
Does Sims 4 run on a Chromebook ? No, the Sims 4 does not run on a Chromebook. Sims 4 needs either macOS or Windows to run. There's also a console version available for XBox 1 and PS4. Chromebooks run Chrome OS which is a different kind of operating system. Chromebooks are mostly for everyday office work, browsing the net or some playing multimedia. They are not made to run a demanding game. You can find the requirements here: [READ FIRST] Make sure you meet minimum requirements (PC). Chromebooks typically rely on cloud saving for most data and have a very small hard drive because of that. This also makes them unfit to run the game. There are newer Chromebooks that have better specs and bigger hard drivers but those are equally not well suited as low-end Windows Computer. Can I install Windows on a Chromebook ? There are ways to do this but unless you know what you're doing, it's not recommended. There are news that Google has plans make it easier though. The things pointed out above about Chromebooks being too low in specs still apply. Will EA make The Sims 4 available for Chromebooks ? There is no information on that. EA has not made any comments on that but given the specs issue, I wouldn't keep my hopes up. Are there any Sims Games I can run on Chromebooks ? Some Chromebooks are able to run Android Apps. For Android/iOS you can give either The Sims Free Play or the Sims Mobile a look. I already bought Sims 4. Can I get a refund ? Yes,the Great Game Guarantee allows you to return the game within 14 days of your purchase (24 hours after starting it for the first time)190KViews25likes208CommentsTrying to find new friends on Origin
So I recently bought Sims 4 and I'm trying to get the hang of Origin and everything. (I've played older versions of the Sims) Now I'm just trying to find for some friends that I can add on my Origin account. My IRL friends will probably never even touch a game, let alone the sims 4 haha so I'd like to have some online friends who play Sims 4 as well. Or even other games. I'd like it if we all left our Origin IDs so we can add each other and I don't know we could help each other mine is; mikavdl16KViews24likes185CommentsPatch affects groups
After the patch some Sims are excluded from my groups - I know it exactly because I had 2 brothers in a fitness group and now one isn't a member any more though he hasn't aged. Also the groups points have fallen to zero, but don't be afraid: they come back after the first group actions. EDIT: After ending the group meeting and changing the lot, the points are zero again ... does anyone else have this problem?alanmichael19 years agoSeasoned Ace11KViews1like183CommentsShopping for a new computer
In a earlier post I said I had decided on a laptop to get. Well, u have changed my mind. I found a much cheaper computer and I am not very good at tech, so I was hoping one one could help me and please tell me if this computer is good for running the sims 4+ALL EXPANSIONS. Thanks ♥️Anonymous8 years ago1.9KViews0likes179Comments[ARCHIVED] Legacy Edition: No Gallery/ Packs not appearing
The legacy edition is no longer available Introduction The Legacy Edition of Sims 4 was introduced because EA dropped Support for certain older systems. Having this edition means three things You won't get any more updates (Game is frozen at probably Patch 1.56.52) You don't have access to the Gallery and other online features like news messages Every Pack released after October 2019 will not work with the Legacy Edition (first pack to not work is Discover University) Most people will not need the Legacy Edition. Don't download it to fix any errors or just for fun. It's not something that will enhance your game. Only download if you're sure you need it. How do I know if I need it ? You can find all information on whether you need the Legacy Edition in the above linked thread. If you are unsure, please use either of these threads. Both threads will tell you what to do if you accidentally downloaded it and how you can get rid of it. PC: Questions regarding drop of 32 bit OS Support/Legacy Edition Mac: The Sims 4 Legacy Edition thread I don't have the Legacy Edition and still no Gallery Another reason for the gallery not appearing in your game is if you have an underage account. You need to wait until you are able to have a regular account. I do need it and already bought the packs, can I get a refund ? Yes, you should be able to get one (but it's up to EA's discretion to grant them, so no guarantees) Contact a game advisor for help with a refund Game advisors can be found through live chat or call-back Click on this this link for fast finding https://help.ea.com/en/contact-us/ In Details here: How to contact a Game Advisor23KViews5likes171CommentsDeformed Baby Bug Thread - Linked to Sims 4 Bug Thread. Update: 20140905 PATCH FIX!
http://oi41.tinypic.com/2lcn3oo.jpg The Sims 4 Patch Notes NEW - Update: 9/5/14 Bug Fixes / Issues: It has been brought to our attention that some of our cute and adorable babies have had difficulty expressing themselves without… well… distorting. There was an issue with some integrated chipsets causing the poor little ones to appear in their own “unique” way. We have corrected the problem and pulled everyone back together. Thank you for helping us identify, and track down this issue. http://oi59.tinypic.com/102v3ol.jpg Note: Ceejay tested the fix and it worked for her. Everyone needs to install the patch distributed via Origin regardless if you have the DD or Disc version of the game. http://oi41.tinypic.com/2lcn3oo.jpg This thread has been created to gather information on those that are having the deform baby bug. Most issues we have seen have twin births, but it can happen with a single birth as well. However, if you have the bug regardless of twins or a single births post all of your information. 1) Please post your DxDiag reports. We must have this information! How To: Option 1) Hit Windows Key + R to open the RUN box. Type in dxdiag and let it run (run in 64-bit if you have a 64-bit rig). Save the information as a text file to your desktop. Then cut/paste the information from the text file into a post here. Note: If you're running Win 8 or 8.1, the report is too big to put in one post. You'll have to break the report into sections. Please post between Spoiler tags. Option 2) Post your DxDiag report at pastebin.com instead of the thread with a link to the report. Saves a lot of room. Exception to the above are those that cannot post links. Only post the Display Devices and System Devices sections. 2) Digital Download or Disc version 3) Single birth or Twins. 4) Attach an image if you have them. (Some are not able to attach an image due to not having earned privileges). 5) Graphics driver version. NEW: 9/3/2014 - Added at the request of Crinrict. Crinrict will link the bug thread to this thread. http://oi41.tinypic.com/2lcn3oo.jpg UPDATE: 2014-09-03 11:46 CST AM ANALYSIS!!! ...is (below) Minimum System Requirements PROCESSOR: (For computers using built-in graphics chipsets, the game requires 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.0 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 or equivalent) VIDEO CARD: 128 MB of Video RAM and support for Pixel Shader 3.0. http://oi39.tinypic.com/33w9stj.jpg IMPORTANT INFORAMATION: The issue is any Intel Graphics Card whether it's a laptop or desktop. They're all onboard/integrated. I have rarely seen (looking at I don't know how many DxDiag reports), an Intel Graphics Card that meets the following... VIDEO CARD: 128 MB of Video RAM and support for Pixel Shader 3.0 or 2.0 Any Intel Graphics card with 128 MB VRAM (is an exception) 99.9% of them have 64 MB, 32 MB, or 0 MB of Virtual RAM aka VRAM. This is why the Intel Graphics Cards should have never ever been placed on the games Minimum System Reqs. They aren't meant for gaming and the same goes for Discreet, it's just a fancy way to say onboard/integrated. http://oi39.tinypic.com/33w9stj.jpg ANALYSIS!!! Basically, there are two issues involving Intel HD Graphics here. 1) Any Laptop or Desktop Intel card that is below the Min Syst Reqs of 128 MB of Video RAM. 2) Any Laptop that had dual graphics mix of Intel HD Graphics and either AMD/NVIDIA dedicated cards. In all these cases, (like always) the Intel integrated card will always be the default under Display Devices on the DxDiag Report. If there is a dedicated card it will list under System Devices. Users will have to manually assign their dedicated card via AMD Catalyst Control Center or NVIDIA Control Panel depending on the card. See - Sims 4 and Switchable Graphics: How to (Nvidia & AMD) However, depending on the Intel card they have in combo with the dedicated the game may still not recognize their dedicated card and default to the Intel. Here is a list of all the Intel HD Graphics cards for both Laptop and Desktop Ref: (Link to Game Debate) LAPTOP GRAPHICS CARD - INTEL HD GRAPHICS HD Pentium P6000 Jun-2010 HD Pentium P6100 Sep-2010 HD Pentium P6200 Sep-2010 Intel HD Graphics 2000 Mobile Feb-2011 Intel HD Graphics 2500 Mobile Apr-2012 Intel HD Graphics 3000 Mobile Feb-2011 Intel HD Graphics 4000 Mobile Mar-2012 Intel HD Graphics 4200 Mobile Jul-2013 Intel HD Graphics 4400 Mobile Jun-2013 Intel HD Graphics 4600 Mobile May-2013 Intel HD Graphics 5000 Mobile Apr-2013 Intel HD Graphics Mobile Jan-2010 Intel HD Graphics Mobile Jun-2013 (Haswell) Intel HD Graphics Mobile Oct-2012 (Ivy Bridge) DESKTOP GRAPHICS CARD - INTEL HD GRAPHICS Intel HD Graphics 2000 Desktop Feb-2011 Intel HD Graphics 2500 Desktop Apr-2012 Intel HD Graphics 3000 Desktop Feb-2011 Intel HD Graphics 4000 Desktop Mar-2012 Intel HD Graphics 4200 Desktop Jul-2013 Intel HD Graphics 4400 Desktop Jun-2013 Intel HD Graphics 4600 Desktop Jun-2013 Intel HD Graphics Desktop Sep-2013 (Bay Trail) Intel HD Graphics Desktop Jun-2013 (Haswell) Intel HD Graphics Desktop Oct-2012 (Ivy Bridge) Intel HD Graphics Desktop May-2011 (Sandy Bridge) Intel HD Graphics P3000 Apr-2011 Intel HD Graphics P4000 Mar-2012 Intel HD Graphics P4600 Jun-2013 Intel HD Graphics P4700 Jun-2013 http://oi41.tinypic.com/2lcn3oo.jpg SimGuruMeatball September 2 I will forward this on to our tech people so we can see if we can figure something out to fix it. NEW: 9/3/2014 "SimGuruHydra;12569195" wrote: Hey all - thanks for bringing this to our awareness - the team here has identified the root cause of the deformed baby bug that some players are seeing. A fix is being worked on and will be patched to players as soon as possible. You can continue to add your issues for analysis to this thread by following the instructions. I would assume the more information provided the better chance of possibly fixing the issue on the back end programming. Myself or someone from the (techie team on the forums) will try to analyze your DxDiag for you. Please be patient! We will get to them as soon as we can. ;) http://oi41.tinypic.com/2lcn3oo.jpg ADDITIONAL INFORMATION! Graphics Driver Update Links (US only) Always make sure your graphics cards drivers are up-to-date with the latest version. Intel® Download Center - http://downloadcenter.intel.com/default.aspx NVIDIA Driver Downloads - http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx AMD Graphics Drivers and Software - http://support.amd.com/en-us/download NEW - Update from crinrict crinrict 6:00 PM I also had someone tell me they solved it by putting their computer in laptop mode. Maybe you could add that. Example: Where to set game to Laptop Mode http://oi61.tinypic.com/mtnj3r.jpg Note: Just a word of caution. I tried this on my gaming laptop (a high end machine), and had some weird things happen. I enabled then relaunched the game. My sim had guest coming over that would come inside the house, turn around to ring the bell/knock on the door. Also, my game got a lot darker. I saved my game and disabled laptop mode. Relaunched the game and everything was back to normal. I'm not sure about this but it may be possible that laptop mode is only for low end and not high end laptops.blunote0011 years agoSeasoned Ace18KViews1like167Comments[COLLECTION] Blast From the Past: Issues with specific Tasks
I am supposed to complete "A Strange Visitor" with the task of "Introduce yourself to Emit Relevart. I did introduce myself. And we are now "good friends". Unforuntuately I still have the task to do of "introduce yourself", which I cannot do, because it is already done, and I no longer have that option. So how do I proceed? Edit By Crinrict: Adjusted Title Edit by crinrict Please use this thread for all issues you have with any of the tasks. As this thread isn't that great for troubleshooting and discussion, most issues have threads in The Sims 4 Gameplay Questions & Issues now. Please use this and only report actual bugs here. Check the master thread for links: [MASTER THREAD] Blast From The Past Issues For troubleshooting, try moving the accountDataDB.package to the desktop. This should reset (some) progress and hopefully it works the second time round. Items can be bought through the mailbox if you are missing them. Make one post per tasks you have issues with Known Issues Make sure to use standard introduction to introduce yourself to Emit. Proper, Howdy, etc don't seem to count. If you already introduced yourself you should be able to either use another Sim or try in a new save game. You can do the same if you introduced yourself before you got the task. Emit doesn't appear in the park: Make sure if there's another Sim just not looking like Emit (this is caused by Mods, namely MCCC). If you still can't find it, some folks have had luck getting him from the gallery. The Museum task is off as there's no study interaction. Please see this thread for more details: Blast From the Past: Study Historical Display not appearing | EA Forums - 11888363 Shards: Make sure to collect all shards with the same Sim. Building time capsule doesn't work in apartments. Blast from the Past: Build the Time Travel Component not possible in apartments | EA Forums - 11889087 Can't ask Elder about Shard: This one is mod related (namely TOOL). Make sure you keep your mods updated. Week 3: Make sure to do the computer tasks as home on a breakable computer. For issues with this task (tried at the library now can't repair, unbreakable), buy a cheap computer and break it (there are several means to do so depending on the packs you own. Suggestions in the thread). Once it's broken, repair it.ohsoang5 months agoSeasoned Novice10KViews0likes136Comments[CLOSED] Happy Home Login Event: Can't Claim Reward nothing happens - Event Over
Problem I can't claim my login reward although I have the pop-up and the freezer bunny tile. When I click on it, nothing happens Cause Outdated Mods --> Please make sure your mods/cc are up-to-date Antivirus program blocking --> This is not proven but make sure to add the following files as exception to your antivirus program (details here: https://crinrict.com/blog/2020/10/add-exceptions-to-anti-virus-programs.html) C:\Program Files\Electronic Arts\EA Desktop\EA Desktop\EADesktop.exe C:\Program Files\EA Games\The Sims 4\Game\Bin\TS4_x64.exe For DX9: C:\Program Files\EA Games\The Sims 4\Game\Bin\TS4_DX9_x64.exe Please see this for more details: [FAQ] The Happy at Home Login Event5.6KViews1like129Comments[BY DESIGN] Filters for packs not working in the gallery
I know this sounds pretty pathetic but I only own the base game and Get to Work in TS4. When I go into the gallery I select only the packs I have in the Packs dropdown many on the left side of the screen. I search for items (usually lots) and it keeps showing me house lots that contain items from other packs with only a few that match my criteria. What can I do that I haven't already done that will make more compatible items show up in the gallery (in the community section? Thanks!SolvedPurpleSweetTart10 years agoSeasoned Hotshot24KViews32likes119Comments