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Pick-a-boo_doo
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2 months ago
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Question about file

After 25/Feb/2025 update, new package file added in The Sims 4 folder, named 'localsimtexturecache.package', this file very huge volume file.

Of course we can delete this file, can't we?

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  • EA_Cade's avatar
    EA_Cade
    2 months ago

    Hey all, 

    The localsimtexturecache.package file acts as a cache of composited Sim textures, it's used to speed up loading times.

    While it IS safe to delete, it will be generated again the next time you launch the game, and has a file size limit of 100 MB. 

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  • GalacticGal's avatar
    GalacticGal
    Legend
    2 months ago

    I saw that and almost deleted it, not having any clear understanding of what it was. I'm in the habit of deleting the onlinethumbcache, the avatarthumbcache as well as the localthumcache.package. Helps to keep my game running smoothly.

    I'm by no means an expert, but this item showing up after the patch seems to contain the changes made. I'm disinclined to delete it, myself. but I will await a professional answer on this.

  • FreddyFox1234's avatar
    FreddyFox1234
    Seasoned Ace
    2 months ago

    I just spotted this file today too so would like to know if it can be safely deleted.

  • EA_Cade's avatar
    EA_Cade
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    2 months ago

    Hey all, 

    The localsimtexturecache.package file acts as a cache of composited Sim textures, it's used to speed up loading times.

    While it IS safe to delete, it will be generated again the next time you launch the game, and has a file size limit of 100 MB. 

  • NefSoul's avatar
    NefSoul
    Rising Novice
    2 months ago

    Thanks, I guess I missed where this was listed on the patch notes... 🙄

  • Pick-a-boo_doo's avatar
    Pick-a-boo_doo
    Seasoned Ace
    2 months ago

    Thank you for the explanation of the detail, and close this thread. So we can delete that file without hesitation :)

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