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canelacaliente
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5 hours ago

Build Mode QoL: We Need Height Filters for Fences & Gates!

I've been spending a lot of time in Build Mode lately, working on everything from cozy cottages to modern mansions. One consistent pain point I've encountered is with fences and gates. I have a simple but, I think, crucial quality-of-life suggestion.

  1. What area of gameplay is your feedback about?
  • Build Mode (specifically the Fences & Gates filters)
  1. What works well right now?
    The current filter system in Build Mode is generally great. Being able to sort by pack, color, and style is incredibly helpful for narrowing down choices and finding the perfect object. The variety of fences and gates we have is also fantastic, offering lots of creative options for different architectural styles.
  2. What isn’t working or feels frustrating?
    The biggest issue is the lack of a filter for height. When I'm looking for a short, picket-style fence for a garden bed, I have to scroll through dozens of options, including huge, towering walls. Conversely, when I need a tall privacy fence or wall, I have to manually hunt through all the short fences to find it. It's a time-consuming process of trial and error that breaks my creative flow. You can't tell how tall a fence is from its icon alone, leading to a lot of placing, deleting, and scrolling.
  3. What new ideas or improvements would you suggest?
    I propose adding three simple new filter tags to the Fences and Gates menu:
  • Short (e.g., picket fences, little hedges)
  • Medium (e.g., standard wrought iron fences, half-walls)
  • Tall (e.g., privacy fences, high walls, the tall hedge)

This would work alongside the existing style and pack filters, allowing us to combine them. For example, I could select Get Together + Tall + Ornate to immediately find the tall, fancy fences from that pack.

  1. Why would this improve your gameplay experience?
    This change would be a huge time-saver and make Build Mode significantly more intuitive and enjoyable. It would streamline the building process, reduce frustration, and allow players to execute their vision much faster. Whether you're a seasoned builder or new to the game, this small addition would make creating the perfect lot a smoother and more pleasant experience.

Does anyone else find themselves wishing for this filter? If you do, please upvote this idea so it can be added to the game.

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