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Anonymous
12 years ago
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Sims 3 acting odd, missing sim portraits, no UI, and more

I have tried loading Sims 3 four times since I last played and I am having the following issues, regardless of what save file I load (however I can create a new family and things SEEM to be okay): 1...
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Anonymous
12 years ago

From CYRI:

Windows Version: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Edition Service Pack 1 (build 7601), 64-bit

Processor: AMD FX(tm)-8320 Eight-Core Processor

Graphics Card: AMD Radeon HD 7800 Series

Total RAM: 3.9 GB

From Dxdiag:

Memory:  8192 MB 

(8 GB)

I don't know why cyri says I only have almost 4 gigs unless it is running in a 32 bit version.  Anyway I exceed the requirements to run it by quite a bit.

I tried resetting it to factory default as per your suggestion and it *seems* to have fixed the problem for the game in general but that specific save file is still an issue.  I went back to a much ealier save and it ran just fine though.  

Am I correct in guessing this suggests my save file has been corrupted for quite some time and just finally got too bad to run?

I would like to understand what some of the signs of file corruption are that are not as obvious as missing sims, etc. as until this happened I had no idea there was a problem.  For instance, in moonlight falls I could not get the architech desk to work, was that a bug or an indicator my file was corrupt or was it specific to that town?  Island Paradise runs really badly- play a few seconds, pause , play again- is that a sign of corrupt file too or a problem with Island Paradise?

It is hard to tell what is a bug and what is file corruption!

I guess I am lucky that one of my older files still worked (still a LOT of catch up to do) but I am still not convinced I won't have this problem again after several hours of play- I still have no clue what the cause is or how to avoid it.  Thanks!!!

  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
    12 years ago

    I am so thrilled that it seems to be working (if still a bit disppointing because of having to redo your progress).

    I must be honest, I'm not that tech savvy or knowledgeable, so I can't really say how you would know that. I can only advise you to make backups on a regular basis. 

    Island Paradise is know for its lagging, I assume you are referring to actually playing in Iselo Paradiso? Here is a list that you can use to try help that: (thanks to Crinrict):

    • Sims in Slow Motion
    • Delete the Scott Family
    • Use the cheat DiscoverAllUnchartedIslands to make all islands visible. I'm aware that this takes away from the fun but it seems to help some. 
    • Make sure you have no stuck sims in your town (use the cheat resetsim * to reset all sims in your town and put them to a safe location)
    • Use Overwatch and ErrorTrap (those are mods and you'll be using at your own risk. Not supported by EA. Just google to find)
    • Check for any aboandonned boats in your game and delete them by using testingcheatsenabled true and then shift-click on the boat and choose object-delete.
    • If you're playing Hobart's Hideout, be aware of this issue: Routing Issues in the Resort Hobart’s Hideout
    • General tips for lags: Lags & Intermittent Freezes

    Just remembered, please accept a solution! XP is always welcome 😕mileyhappy:

    • Anonymous's avatar
      Anonymous
      12 years ago

      Thanks, I will try that out- I can never remember how to spell the town's name so I just call it Island Paradise lol.  It  does seem like there must have been something wrong with Sims 3 as well because the reset to factory default seems to have improved perfomance as well.  Thank you for answering so quickly.

      • Anonymous's avatar
        Anonymous
        12 years ago

        An absolute pleasure!

        Happy Simming!!

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