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LolaBelleSims
21 days agoRising Traveler
Actually, through the magic of AI, I can make this concise.
- Main hangouts: This site here is the most active (I believe); also ModTheSims forums, Reddit, Carl's Sims 4 site, and some Discord activity.
- Simblr remains strong; many creators now focus on Patreon.
- Other platforms: Don't know, but likely YouTube for additional content/discussion.
- Earning potential: Possible to make decent-ish money with good work and a following.
- Success factors for top earners: Produce professional-quality content comparable to EA's. Ensure at least average quality, attractive screenshots, desirable items, and strong advertising.
- Regarding advertising: Promote everywhere (X, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, TikTok, Discord, email lists, etc.). Use effective hashtags, hooks, and study successful creators.
- Regarding screenshots: High-quality ones are crucial; use Blender for renders but include in-game shots (CAS and live mode) for realism, as downloaders need to know how the item appears in-game.
- Quality standards: Avoid visual glitches, lag from high-poly/large textures, or CC conflicts. Focus on in-game performance and appearance; some technical shortcuts are possible, but poor work gets noticed.
- Consistency: Upload regularly; CAS items are faster to create than build/buy sets.
- Bonus answer: Making money:
- Primary: Patreon (early access ~3 weeks max; permanent paywalls frowned upon by EA/community; otherwise, you risk piracy and backlash).
- The Sims Resource: Pays after consistent free submissions.
- CurseForge: Likely pays. Check that site for details.
- Donations: Limited; requires high-quality, frequent uploads.
- Ads: Possible via own site, but you'd need traffic from community platforms.
- Alternative ways to earn money: WCIF accounts, tutorials, YouTube videos — anything providing value/entertainment.
- Another bonus answer:
- Learning to create CC: Start with recolors/retexturing, progress to conversions, then 3D modeling in Blender (as Blender is free, and has the most tutorials available).
- Best resources for learning: Sims4Studio site (primary); ModTheSims.
- Avoid YouTube for Sims-specific tutorials (often incorrect); use it for general Blender/texturing, but stick to professionals.