Sims 2 MAC: how to install custom content
I am attempting to install custom content for the Sims 2 on my MacBook. The game, newly installed, runs perfectly. I used to play the Sims 2 on my PC, and when I downloaded custom content all I had t...
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hey, ive been trying to follow along with your guide. i was trying to figure out why i couldnt get the cc into the package installer but then you said that anything that had ended in .package was ready to be moved to downloads folder. i located my downloads folder as you instructed, downloaded some cc, unzipped it (so it was a .rar and is now a .package) and put it in my sims 2 downloads folder. ive enabled custom content and everything and still it doesnt show up in game ☹️ hate to bother but if you know a soluation to this id be very grateful.
@honipo The Sims 2 has two CC settings:
- Display custom content dialog at startup which just gives you a popup
- Catalogs display custom content which actually enables/disables it; this option shows in the popup (which you can access by clicking on the CC star in game options)
The second one needs to be enabled. After installing CC, did you delete cache files (groups.cache, accessory.cache)?
Also, is the CC you've downloaded compatible with Bon Voyage or earlier packs? The Sims 2 Super Collection does not include FreeTime or Apartment Life, so mods/CC made for those packs will not work.
One last thing that might sound obvious, but is the CC 100% for The Sims 2? Sims 3/4 mods/CC also use the .package format.
@honipo , the Super Collection includes the following EPs/SPs released for Sims 2 for the Mac.
Base Game
University
Nightlife
Open for Business
Pets
Family Fun Stuff
Glamour Life Stuff
Seasons
Happy Holidays Stuff
Bon Voyage
Anything not listed here is not supported by the Super Collection as it was never ported to the Mac OS. So make sure when you download CC/Mods, that they are compatible with only these packs and do not contain CC from unsupported packs.
Also, with mods, make sure you download the lastest versions. Anything programmed specifically for Windows won't run under your normal Mac OS.
