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13 years ago

Seasons Bug Thread

My work here is finished. I'm no longer answering posts.

You're still welcome to post your issues, they just won't get added. EA is monitoring this thread so hopefully our report will be seen nevertheless.

For updates and news check my blog: http://sims3.crinrict.com/en/

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Manual Links to the patch is here: Patch 1.42

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Before updating your game and/or installing the new EP, please make sure to follow these steps:

In Preparation for Seasons
TUTORIAL: What to do before patching
FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ?

Ask here, if anything is unclear. It will help you avoid most patching problems.

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Please post your crashing issues in this thread: The offical sims 3 crashing thread. This one is about GAMEPLAY bugs

I do not have a solution for uninstalling Store content other than reinstalling all of them. If you have the issue, please post in the technical or Store technical section of this forum.

Please remove your mods before posting. Even if they say they are updated. You can only be sure something is a EA bug if you play a vanilla game.

There is no need for reading this whole thread but please check my posts on this first page if your issue has been reported and only post if you have extra info to add.

Remember that the patch will make your game 'EP' ready. Most of the bugs (unless they are specific to functionality of the EP) and fixes will also apply if you only have the patch and NOT the EP.

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Rules

Please post the info asked in the second post and I'd appreciate it if you follow the rules

1. Please DO NOT VENT in this thread. If you are not happy with the game, post in another thread that most likely will pop up or start your own. I will need to read through all posts and venting will make me skip your post. Make your statement as calm and informative as possible.
2. Don't post things like: It doesn't work or I got an error message. I don't know how to help you with that. Describe as accurate as possible what you tried and what your problem is. Post any error messages you receive as you seem them (screen-shots are great)
3. Make sure that you have removed ALL your custom content, especially mods for they are most likely not compatible anymore. This also applies if you are only getting the patch. Check with the creators before putting them back.
4. You can also post your bugs/problems if you have not but the expansion but updated to the newest patch.
5. Please do not post any technical issues like crashes, graphic card problems or incompatibility messages. They go in the technical section of this forum and there are people there that can better help you than me.
6. Please read the compiled lists to see if anyone has posted before and if there's a solution to your problem. I will try to keep links so you can go to the post of the person for extra info but that might prove difficult if lots of people have the problem. If you have extra info to add, please do so. Also let me know if you feel that I have misinterpreted your post.
7. Also consult my blog at Crinrict's Sims 3 Help Blog to see if you are running into an old problem that already has a solution
8. You may also post any fixed bugs or solutions you might find.
9. Please do not link to another post if you have already posted somewhere else. Copy/Paste your post and add the link as extra info. This forum will probably be a pain to navigate again and if I don't have to go consult other threads to what might be your problem, that's a huge relieve.
10. Keep in mind that I'm in a different time zone than most of you guys. Be patient, I will try to answer anyone (except venting posts).
11. If you are replying to a question of mine, please quote your problem/my question or recap in short. It will help me tremendously if I don't have to go back to see what your problem was and I can't keep them all in mind.
12. Check your game if you have any old cc-framework leftovers and remove.
13. Please don't post: I don't have the time to read all this. I find that rather insulting because it tells me, you didn't even bother to read the first post. I'm taking MY time to help you guys out and I'm not compensated by EA for this so the least you can do is read the first few posts before making your statement.
14. Please do not edit your post to add extra info to it unless no one else has answered you. I'm not going back in reading the thread, so I might miss extra info. Simply make a new post and restate your issue.
15. Please also excuse if my answers are short and to the point. I usually have to cover a lot of ground and I can't be elaborate about everything. It's not meant in a rude way at all. I appreciate everyone that is taking part in this.
16. If you opened a thread on a certain issue you want linked, post the link in this thread and I will add it. Make sure there aren't any threads there yet.
17. If you feel that I'm not treating everyone in the same way, you're probably right. There are people that have been reporting since my first bug thread and others that are modders/creators themselves. I feel that I know when a bug report of those people is legit and when not, so I'll be quicker to add those compared to people I don't know at all.
18. Please use proper english and no text language. Also try to use punctuation where applicable and don't put everything in one paragraph. Those are very hard for me to read. I'm German speaking, so that would help me a great deal to understand what you are saying.

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Important Links

- SimsVIP Sims 3 Season Fact Sheet + Official Screens

- Supernatural Bug Thread
- Showtime Bug Thread
- Pets Bug Thread
- Generations Bug Thread - Please see compiled list on first page before posting
- Late Night Bugs - Compiled List in first two posts
- TS3 + EPs & SPs - Known Glitches & Causes
- FAQ: Bugs & Patches
- Generations-Patch & existing Mods/Hacks
- FAQ: What files should I backup ?
- Twallan's Mods
- Finding Devices and Updating Drivers
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Origin

Make sure your Origin is up-to-date (if you are using it). If your Origin is not at that version and you are not prompted an update, you will need to uninstall and get the newest version here: http://www.origin.com/us/about

Crashing Issues

Crashing issues are mainly technical and belong in the technical forum. carlymichelle has made a thread here: The offical sims 3 pets crashing thread and PonyRosey a new one here: For Those Experiencing Crashing And Have Windows: Please Read. Please post in that thread if you have any crashing issues.

Here's some things you can try: ERROR: Game Crashes (CTD)

DEP Information

If you are experiencing crashes after load screen or after a few minutes of game play, it's most likely a DEP problem. The game has now a new .exe file in your base game folder. Make sure to add the following new files to your DEP:

TS3W.EXE in your base game\bin folder.

MAC Users

If you have technical issue, please post in any of these threads:

Seasons causing Macs to crash. Let's find a common denominator
Seasons problems - What else is installed on your Mac?
Is it the 1.42 Patch or the Seasons EP that is affecting you?
CZ's Guide to Possible Seasons Bandages/Minor Fixes
Graphics Glitches

Things to try

- FAQ: Delete your Cache Files
- Move your family out and back in.
- Reset the sim ?
- TUTORIAL: Resetting the game to factory settings without Reinstalling --> Make sure to save those: SimPort Progress and Achievements
- TUTORIAL: - How to reinstall the game
- FAQ: How do I restore a backup file ?
- Move your Sims to a new town. Save them to the bin for that. Use Twallan's Porter if you don't want to loose the relationships.

A word on Mods/Hacks
It's ok to use them, I do too (I even recommend some of them), but please please, educate yourself about them. Don't just pop something in. There are many mods that conflict with each other and there are many mods that will be outdated with every patch (that's how it works).

Some of the mods need to be uninstalled in a special way but it will always tell you in the mod description if that is the case. So PLEASE read them and DO what it says.

Instructions how to install a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I install Custom Content/ Mods ?
Instructions how to uninstall a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ?

Abbreviations used
MC = MasterController: Mod by Twallan
SP = StoryProgression Mod: Mod by Twallan
CC = Custom Content: cloth, objects, hair, etc from third-parties you add to your game.
DEP = Data Execution Prevention: Windows security feature.
MTS = ModTheSims: CC Site
TSR = TheSimsResource: A CC Site

bug

crinrict
Hero+
13 years ago
Common Bigger Issues with solutions

Sim resets when using the telescope

--> No need to report anymore you know a non-mod solution
--> This bug was confirmed to me by Graham on Twitter. We can expect a fix in a future update
--> This bug is fixed with Seasons installed but NOT for vacation towns.
--> Not fixed for some (killerpoet) ?

Cause

This bug is caused by the new alien abduction code. It is a patch only issue and will go away once you install Seasons.

It will only happen on user-directed usage of the telescope. Using it autonomously is working fine.

Solution

Twallan fixed that in Overwatch, V84 and higher but it can still cause crashing.

Details see here: Sims can’t use the telescope

Wedding Issues

There's no need to report this anymore unless you have a non-mod solution. This is a patch only issue that will auto-correct once you install Seasons.

The bug has to do with the new Wedding Anniversary not being properly gated for the patch.
--> This bug was confirmed to me by Graham on Twitter. We can expect a fix in a future update

Symptoms

- If Sims are getting married, the move-in window does not show up
- Sims that get married don't take each others name
- Resetting after exchanging vows/kissing

Reports

Ricalynn, Annadenise, tammyjo329, BeaElla,siennaSTAR, Ricalynn, siennaSTAR, Corwim, Penroyaltea)

Solutions

- Move them in via the option in the friendly option
- Use testingcheatsenabled true - Add to household (on the lot)
- Manually change the name of the Sim on the City Hall
- Use Twallan's Mover Mod.

Details see here: Wedding Issues

Sim resets when collecting or analyzing space rocks

--> No need to report anymore you know a non-mod solution
--> This bug was confirmed to me by Graham on Twitter. We can expect a fix in a future update

Cause

This bug is caused by the new alien abduction code. It is a patch only issue and will go away once you install Seasons.

Solution

Twallan fixed that in Overwatch, V84 and higher but it can still cause crashing.

--> See this post for details: Sims can’t collect Space Rocks
AznSensei
13 years ago
Hi Crinrict,

I just recently updated and went into my game. I'm wanting to make sure it's just my game/computer with the issue but from having the Memory System disabled, I have noticed that I still have notifications along with memories being created.

Would like to know if anyone else has also experienced this or not.

Again, I'm headed to work so I'll be back later tonight to see if anything new has occurred.
Jadeleine
Rising Traveler
13 years ago
I still have problems with entering my wall when ingame, the game crashes and I need to restart. Sometimes it works and sometimes doesnt.
Tammyjo329
13 years ago
Hi, I am having the wedding/marriage move-in issue too.

1. no mods and no cc
2. no, but if Twallans can fix this I will upload it.
3. I only used them once just before SN came out and then took them out before installing SN just like your suppose to.
4. n/a as I deleted them before installing SN.
5. I have all EP's and all patches.
6. 1.42
7. both, I played a saved game and tried it again on a new game with a new family.
8. I started a new game with a new sim and had the same issue.
9. Both were custom worlds ... I will try again and start a new game in SV to see what happens and let you know?
10. Win 7
11. I have both but currently have them loaded from Origin digital download as I only ordered SN on digital and did a complete reinstall of all games when it came out.

Edited to add: OK have now played in SV with new game and have the same movein issue when sims get married. Only way to get around it for me is to use the testingcheatsenabled and then click on sim then choose "add to current household". I knew there was a reason EA put those cheats in there :wink: LOL
steffadee
13 years ago
Haven't noticed anything major yet with the new patch. However I do have two issues:

1. My female sim for whatever is now randomly changing into formal clothes for now reason. I change her out of them and she puts them back on. male is not not doing this.

2. Also, I got a friend request the other day which I accepted online. When I go into the game, it notifies me I have a friend request waiting. I accept it through the game but it still pops up after every time I save, change screens, etc. No clue if this person has actually been added to my friend's list or not. I gave up on clicking accept after about 20 tries.

I have all EP's and SP's. Tons of store content.Win 7. NO CC. NO MODS. Ever. This is a fresh game that I started AFTER downloading the patch. I am playing in Moonlight Falls. Most all of my SP's and EP's are the downloaded versions with the exception of the base and World Adventures.
Camerota
13 years ago
Lolipoppy34,
I had this floating face happen to me - it seemed to be after the child aged up. I fixed it by testingcheats enabled true and then taking the Sim into CAS and setting age back to baby and then forward back to child.
gurlgamer05
13 years ago
My sims can't use the skating rinks. When I click on the skating rink the action jumps out of the sims queue and they go do something else instead of skating :(

1. Are you using any Custom Content or mods ? Yes CC and mods

2. If you are using mods, are you using any of the 'big ones' like Awesome Mod or Twallan’s mods? No big mods and all my mods are updated to patch 1.42
3. If you're not using mod, did you never use them or did you take them out for the EP (as you are supposed to do) I took them out to see if the bug came up without mods.
4. Did you update the mods you put back with a compatible version ? Yes, all mods are updated to 1.42

5. Do you have Seasons or just the Patch ? Seasons

6. Which Patch Level are you at ? 1.42

7. Did you start a new game or are you playing an existing ones ? Existing game

8. Did you transfer an existing Sim over or are they new/Pre-Made ? New sim

9. What town are you currently playing ? EA or Custom ? EA Lucky Palms

10. What is your Operating System (Mac, XP, Vista, Win 7) Win 7

11. Do you have the download or DVD Version of the game? Download
victwhat
13 years ago
error 12 all the time in my game after installing The Sims 3 Seasons :/
Willowlafaye
New Spectator
13 years ago
RE: Unable to join Eating Contest

I am trying to get my Sim to join the eating contest, the action queues up and my Sim steps up to the table but then it the action disappears and she walks away.

1. Are you using any Custom Content or mods? Yes
2. If you are using mods, are you using any of the 'big ones'? Yes, Updated versions of Twallan's Anti-magic Scroll, Consigner, Desensor, NoCD, OnceRead, Overwatch, Traffic, WrittenWord.
3. If you're not using mod, did you never use them or did you take them out for the EP (as you are supposed to do)? I took them out installed, patched, updated them reinstalled.
4. Did you update the mods you put back with a compatible version? Yes
5. Do you have Seasons or just the Patch? Seasons + Patch
6. Which Patch Level are you at? 1.42/16.0.136.019001
7. Did you start a new game or are you playing an existing ones? New Game
8. Did you transfer an existing Sim over or are they new/Pre-Made? Pre-made Sim from my bin.
9. What town are you currently playing? EA, Sunset Valley, also tried Lunar Lakes.
10. What is your Operating System? Win 7
11. Do you have the download or DVD Version of the game? DVD version
rosahege
13 years ago
"crinrict" wrote:
@rosahege: Any seasons ? I'm seeing this in fall.

The squirrel-bug is there in every season, but I noticed it first in the fall season, yes. They wont go away no matter what I do, they just pops up again no matter what season it is.

All the other bugs/issues in my game is not relatad to any specific season, but they clearly appeared after I updated the game with the 1.42 patch.

To make things clear I do not have any mods in my game, and never had. These bugs happens in all the neighbourhoods (I do not have any CCs)

Windows 7, and DVD version of the game.

I'm really sick of these bugs now (especially the ghost hunter one, because it has been like that for a very long time now, and EA doesn't seem to do anything about it).