Fix for wierd horse animation - Works for patch 1.39 - Finally fixed by EA. Update game to fix it.
Edit: Told ya they were working on it. ;) Yeah. It's here: Quoting myself: Dweiathecat wrote: I created a temporary fix for this myself. Will upload after testing.... My first mod. Whoa. :shock: *some time later* Ok, it works. Download here: http://www.mediafire.com/?61bkyci3h9kvqbj Put the file in your documents/electronic arts/the sims 3/mods/packages/ folder. Tutorial here: http://www.modthesims.info/wiki.php?title=Sims_3:Installing_Package_Files The problem comes from the racing skill reaching level 10. When you do it changes the animation to the 'fastest'(read 'broken') one. I simply changed it so the animation wouldn't appear until level 11 ie when pigs fly. :lol: The mod changes the 'racing' xml. Check with Delphy's Dashboard for conflicts.3.3KViews1like33CommentsPets Bug Thread
That patch is here and there are actually lots of fixes. The manual Patch can be downloaded here: Patch 1.29 (850 MB) I myself will not continue to compile this thread. See page 119 for details. If anyone want to compile in a new thread, I'm happy to link. Post or have someone post the link in my comments. If you guys want to continue here and help each other, that is fine of course as well, I'm just retiring from it. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Before updating your game and/or installing the new EP, please make sure to follow these steps: NEWS: In Preperation for Pets TUTORIAL: What to do before patching FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? In Preparation for Pets -- Things you should do and check before installing the EP -- Start today Ask here, if anything is unclear. It will help you avoid most patching problems. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Please post your crashing issues in this thread: The offical sims 3 pets crashing thread. This one is about GAMEPLAY bugs Please remove your mods before posting. Even if they say they are updated. You can only be sure something is a EA bug if you play a vanilla game. There is no need for reading this whole thread but please check my posts on this first page if your issue has been reported and only post if you have extra info to add. Remember that the patch will make your game 'EP' ready. Most of the bugs (unless they are specific to functionality of the EP) and fixes will also apply if you only have the patch and NOT the EP. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Please post the info asked in the second post and I'd appreciate it if you follow the rules Rules 1. Please DO NOT VENT in this thread. If you are not happy with the game, post in another thread that most likely will pop up or start your own. I will need to read through all posts and venting will make me skip your post. Make your statement as calm and informative as possible. 2. Don't post things like: It doesn't work or I got an error message. I don't know how to help you with that. Describe as accurate as possible what you tried and what your problem is. Post any error messages you receive as you seem them (screen shots are great) 3. Make sure that you have removed ALL your custom content, especially mods for they are most likely not compatible anymore. This also applies if you are only getting the patch. Check with the creators before putting them back. 4. You can also post your bugs/problems if you have not but the expansion but updated to the newest patch. 5. Please do not post any technical issues like crashes, graphic card problems or incompatibility messages. They go in the technical section of this forum and there are people there that can better help you than me 6. Please read the compiled lists to see if anyone has posted before and if there's a solution to your problem. I will try to keep links so you can go to the post of the person for extra info but that might prove difficult if lots of people have the problem. If you have extra info to add, please do so. Also let me know if you feel that I have misinterpreted your post. 7. Also consult my blog at Crinrict's Sims 3 Help Blog to see if you are running into an old problem that already has a solution 8. You may also post any fixed bugs or solutions you might find. 9. Please do not link to another post if you have already posted somewhere else. Copy/Paste your post and add the link as extra info. This forum will probably be a pain to navigate again and if I don't have to go consult other threads to what might be your problem, that's a huge relieve. 10. Keep in mind that I'm in a different time zone than most of you guys. Be patient, I will try to answer anyone (except venting posts). 11. If you are replying to a question of mine, please quote your problem/my question or recap in short. It will help me tremendously if I don't have to go back to see what your problem was and I can't keep them all in mind. 12. Check your game if you have any old cc-framework leftovers and remove. 13. Please don't send me Friend Requests. I won't accept. 14. Please don't post: I don't have the time to read all this. I find that rather insulting because it tells me, you didn't even bother to read the first post. I'm taking MY time to help you guys out and I'm not compensated by EA for this so the least you can do is read the first few posts before making your statement. 15. Please do not edit your post to add extra info to it unless no one else has answered you. I'm not going back in reading the thread, so I might miss extra info. Simply make a new post and restate your issue. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Important Links - Generations Bug Thread - Please see compiled list on first page before posting - Late Night Bugs - Compiled List in first two posts (this thread has tons of info in the first post that I’m not going to repeat. Please read there) - TS3 + EPs & SPs - Known Glitches & Causes - FAQ: Bugs & Patches - Generations-Patch & existing Mods/Hacks - FAQ: What files should I backup ? - Twallan's Mods - Finding Devices and Updating Drivers Origin Make sure your Origin is up-to-date (if you are using it). The current version is 8.3.1.9 – 108188. If your Origin is not at that version and you are not prompted an update, you will need to uninstall and get the newest version here: http://www.origin.com/us/about Crashing Issues Crashing issues are mainly technical and belong in the technical forum. carlymichelle has made a thread here: The offical sims 3 pets crashing thread. Please post in that thread if you have any crashing issues. Here's some things you can try: ERROR: Game Crashes (CTD) DEP Information If you are experiencing crashes after load screen or after a few minutes of game play, it's most likely a DEP problem. The game has now a new .exe file in your base game folder. Make sure to add the following new files to your DEP: TS3W.EXE in your base game\bin folder. Problems with the Installation Codes For people with the limited edition there seesm to be an issue with the codes getting switched. The code on the red paper is your installation code. The code on the white paper that says it's for pets is actually your limited content redemption code. If you have troubles, please refer to this thread: The codes got switched around! (An edit for pets Plus people) (Thank you KaraDarkholm for posting) Problems with the downloadable Store content Please refer too this post: Issues with Limited Edition Game Shop & Origin Costumes - ♦ Please Read ♦ MAC Users If you have any Mac-related issue, please read and post in this thread: Graphics glitches, Lion 10.7.2, the Intel 3000 HD Graphics card and patch 1.25 - GURUS Freezing issue where horses are involved. Please post in the Mac forum and if anyone want to open a thread there about it, please provide me with the link so I can put it here. EA says they are working on it but it will be at least two weeks. Things to try - FAQ: Delete your Cache Files - Move your family out and back in. - Reset the sim ? - TUTORIAL: Resetting the game to factory settings without Reinstalling - TUTORIAL: - How to reinstall the game - FAQ: How do I restore a backup file ? - Move your Sims to a new town. Save them to the bin for that. Use Twallan's Porter if you don't want to loose the relationships. A word on Mods/Hacks It's ok to use them, I do too (I even recommend some of them), but please please, educate yourself about them. Don't just pop something in. There are many mods that conflict with each other and there are many mods that will be outdated with every patch (that's how it works). Some of the mods need to be uninstalled in a special way but it will always tell you in the mod description if that is the case. So PLEASE read them and DO what it says. Instructions how to install a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I install Custom Content/ Mods ? Instructions how to uninstall a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Broken CC Objects Many objects that have slots seem to be broken (actually the slots are). This is an issue that has per se nothing to do with EA, so I would like to keep the discussion about it out of this thread. If you want to know more about this issue or have some extra info, please use this thread: Slots broken on all CC, except store stuff --> Please check TSR for a fix: http://www.thesimsresource.com/fixyourgame/ Update: As of oct. 27th this tool will no longer work if you haven't downloaded. You need to download a 3rd party demo to get a dll you will need for the TSR tool but as of now, that dll is no longer included in the demo. If you have your Store content installed any other way then by downloading from the EA site and installing through your launcher then you will need to redownload the stuff from your purchase history and install again through the launcher. Otherwise the Store fix is not working. If you 'acquired' your Store stuff through any other means, don't bother asking for help, buy it. Deformed Pets G33/G31 Graphics Card are pretty much confirmed at making your pets distorted. Either buy a new card or don't buy Pets. Read all about it here: Possible Incompatibility with the G33/G31 Graphics Card Abbreviations used MC = MasterController: Mod by Twallan SP = StoryProgression Mod: Mod by Twallan CC = Custom Content: cloth, objects, hair, etc from third-parties you add to your game. DEP = Data Execution Prevention: Windows security feature. AP = Apaloosa Plains, Pets Neighborhood MTS = ModTheSims: CC Site TSR = TheSimsResource: A CC Site116KViews1like1488CommentsIsland Paradise Bug Thread
My work here is finished. I'm no longer answering posts. You're still welcome to post your issues, they just won't get added. EA is monitoring this thread so hopefully our report will be seen nevertheless. For updates and news check my blog: http://sims3.crinrict.com/en/ Should you require help with something, it's best to either post in the technical forum or possible bugs or at the AnswerHQ http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Check these posts as well: - Captobvs - ceejay402 - DawnLBrown - Karritz Most of us will have the same signature (thanks to mona1996 for that) so you'll recognize us better. Let the fun begin, you may now post. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Manual Links to the patch is here: Patch 1.55 If you have any troubles with installing the patch, please post here: 1.55 Patch - How To Install, Problems & Fixes http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Before updating your game and/or installing the new EP, please make sure to follow these steps: In Preparation for Island Paradise TUTORIAL: What to do before patching FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? How to redeem the limited edition content (includes Links) Ask here, if anything is unclear. It will help you avoid most patching problems. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg If you have crashing issues, please make your own thread in the technical part of this forum. This one is about GAMEPLAY bugs I do not have a solution for uninstalling Store content other than reinstalling all of them. If you have the issue, please post in the technical or Store technical section of this forum. Please remove your mods before posting. Even if they say they are updated. You can only be sure something is a EA bug if you play a vanilla game. There is no need for reading this whole thread but please check my posts on this first page if your issue has been reported and only post if you have extra info to add. Remember that the patch will make your game 'EP' ready. Most of the bugs (unless they are specific to functionality of the EP) and fixes will also apply if you only have the patch and NOT the EP. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Rules Please post the info asked in the second post and I'd appreciate it if you follow the rules 1. Please DO NOT VENT in this thread. If you are not happy with the game, post in another thread that most likely will pop up or start your own. I will need to read through all posts and venting will make me skip your post. Make your statement as calm and informative as possible. 2. Don't post things like: It doesn't work or I got an error message. I don't know how to help you with that. Describe as accurate as possible what you tried and what your problem is. Post any error messages you receive as you seem them (screen-shots are great) 3. Make sure that you have removed ALL your custom content, especially mods for they are most likely not compatible anymore. This also applies if you are only getting the patch. Check with the creators before putting them back. 4. You can also post your bugs/problems if you have not but the expansion but updated to the newest patch. 5. Please do not post any technical issues like crashes, graphic card problems or incompatibility messages. They go in the technical section of this forum and there are people there that can better help you than me. 6. Please read the compiled lists to see if anyone has posted before and if there's a solution to your problem. I will try to keep links so you can go to the post of the person for extra info but that might prove difficult if lots of people have the problem. If you have extra info to add, please do so. Also let me know if you feel that I have misinterpreted your post. 7. Also consult my blog at Crinrict's Sims 3 Help Blog to see if you are running into an old problem that already has a solution 8. You may also post any fixed bugs or solutions you might find. 9. Please do not link to another post if you have already posted somewhere else. Copy/Paste your post and add the link as extra info. This forum will probably be a pain to navigate again and if I don't have to go consult other threads to what might be your problem, that's a huge relieve. 10. Keep in mind that I'm in a different time zone than most of you guys. Be patient, I will try to answer anyone (except venting posts). 11. If you are replying to a question of mine, please quote your problem/my question or recap in short. It will help me tremendously if I don't have to go back to see what your problem was and I can't keep them all in mind. 12. Check your game if you have any old cc-framework leftovers and remove. 13. Please don't post: I don't have the time to read all this. I find that rather insulting because it tells me, you didn't even bother to read the first post. I'm taking MY time to help you guys out and I'm not compensated by EA for this so the least you can do is read the first few posts before making your statement. 14. Please do not edit your post to add extra info to it unless no one else has answered you. I'm not going back in reading the thread, so I might miss extra info. Simply make a new post and restate your issue. 15. Please also excuse if my answers are short and to the point. I usually have to cover a lot of ground and I can't be elaborate about everything. It's not meant in a rude way at all. I appreciate everyone that is taking part in this. 16. If you opened a thread on a certain issue you want linked, post the link in this thread and I will add it. Make sure there aren't any threads there yet. 17. If you feel that I'm not treating everyone in the same way, you're probably right. There are people that have been reporting since my first bug thread and others that are modders/creators themselves. I feel that I know when a bug report of those people is legit and when not, so I'll be quicker to add those compared to people I don't know at all. 18. Please use proper english and no text language. Also try to use punctuation where applicable and don't put everything in one paragraph. Those are very hard for me to read. I'm German speaking, so that would help me a great deal to understand what you are saying. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Important Links - Black Screen, long loading times and TMP files in DCCache - University Life Bug thread - Seasons Bug thread - Supernatural Bug Thread - Showtime Bug Thread - Pets Bug Thread - Generations Bug Thread - Please see compiled list on first page before posting - Late Night Bugs - Compiled List in first two posts - TS3 + EPs & SPs - Known Glitches & Causes - FAQ: Bugs & Patches - Generations-Patch & existing Mods/Hacks - FAQ: What files should I backup ? - Twallan's Mods - Finding Devices and Updating Drivers Origin Make sure your Origin is up-to-date (if you are using it). If your Origin is not at that version and you are not prompted an update, you will need to uninstall and get the newest version here: http://www.origin.com/us/about Crashing Issues Crashing issues are mainly technical and belong in the technical forum. Please make your own thread there, posting your DxDiag and info about cc, when it crashes and other useful stuff. Here's some things you can try: ERROR: Game Crashes (CTD) DEP Information If you are experiencing crashes after load screen or after a few minutes of game play, it's most likely a DEP problem. The game has now a new .exe file in your base game folder. Make sure to add the following new files to your DEP: TS3W.EXE in your base game\bin folder. MAC Users If you have technical issue, please post in any of these threads: Things to try - FAQ: Delete your Cache Files - Move your family out and back in. - Reset the sim ? - TUTORIAL: Resetting the game to factory settings without Reinstalling --> Make sure to save those: SimPort Progress and Achievements - TUTORIAL: - How to reinstall the game - FAQ: How do I restore a backup file ? - Move your Sims to a new town. Save them to the bin for that. Use Twallan's Porter if you don't want to loose the relationships. A word on Mods/Hacks It's ok to use them, I do too (I even recommend some of them), but please please, educate yourself about them. Don't just pop something in. There are many mods that conflict with each other and there are many mods that will be outdated with every patch (that's how it works). Some of the mods need to be uninstalled in a special way but it will always tell you in the mod description if that is the case. So PLEASE read them and DO what it says. Instructions how to install a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I install Custom Content/ Mods ? Instructions how to uninstall a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Abbreviations used MC = MasterController: Mod by Twallan SP = StoryProgression Mod: Mod by Twallan CC = Custom Content: cloth, objects, hair, etc from third-parties you add to your game. DEP = Data Execution Prevention: Windows security feature. MTS = ModTheSims: CC Site TSR = TheSimsResource: A CC Site159KViews1like1120CommentsShowtime & Patch 1.31/1.32/1.33 - Bug Thread
Update 03-21 Seems the download codes for the Katy Perry Collection for UK Origin got mixed-up. If your code does not work and you can't see the stuff in your purchase history, contact live chat Thank you to calmorezoo for that info http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Update 03-15: Infos on the Patches Patch 1.3x – What’s the issue ? Game Help:Issues with 1.3x Superpatcher http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Please keep all discussion regarding the leaked content to this thread: New Patch - Game Update for 1.32 I'm reading that thread and will provide info as I get it. If you encounter errors with Patch 1.32 you are welcome to post here I just don't want the whole slider/skin tone/spoiler discussion in here. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif A few links about the new stuff - SimsVIP Showtime Game Guide - How to redeem your Codes - List of Achievements available - The New MyPage - Social Features in Game - Showtime Simport Rewards Links to all manual patches can be found here: Game Help:TS3 Patching:Patch Download/Current http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Before updating your game and/or installing the new EP, please make sure to follow these steps: Showtime, a patch and my page TUTORIAL: What to do before patching FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Ask here, if anything is unclear. It will help you avoid most patching problems. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Please post any issues with your page here: The offical sims 3 crashing thread. This one is about GAMEPLAY bugs I do not have a solution for uninstalling Store content other than reinstalling all of them. If you have the issue, please post in the technical or Store technical section of this forum. Please remove your mods before posting. Even if they say they are updated. You can only be sure something is a EA bug if you play a vanilla game. There is no need for reading this whole thread but please check my posts on this first page if your issue has been reported and only post if you have extra info to add. Remember that the patch will make your game 'EP' ready. Most of the bugs (unless they are specific to functionality of the EP) and fixes will also apply if you only have the patch and NOT the EP. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Rules Please post the info asked in the second post and I'd appreciate it if you follow the rules 1. Please DO NOT VENT in this thread. If you are not happy with the game, post in another thread that most likely will pop up or start your own. I will need to read through all posts and venting will make me skip your post. Make your statement as calm and informative as possible. 2. Don't post things like: It doesn't work or I got an error message. I don't know how to help you with that. Describe as accurate as possible what you tried and what your problem is. Post any error messages you receive as you seem them (screen-shots are great) 3. Make sure that you have removed ALL your custom content, especially mods for they are most likely not compatible anymore. This also applies if you are only getting the patch. Check with the creators before putting them back. 4. You can also post your bugs/problems if you have not but the expansion but updated to the newest patch. 5. Please do not post any technical issues like crashes, graphic card problems or incompatibility messages. They go in the technical section of this forum and there are people there that can better help you than me. 6. Please read the compiled lists to see if anyone has posted before and if there's a solution to your problem. I will try to keep links so you can go to the post of the person for extra info but that might prove difficult if lots of people have the problem. If you have extra info to add, please do so. Also let me know if you feel that I have misinterpreted your post. 7. Also consult my blog at Crinrict's Sims 3 Help Blog to see if you are running into an old problem that already has a solution 8. You may also post any fixed bugs or solutions you might find. 9. Please do not link to another post if you have already posted somewhere else. Copy/Paste your post and add the link as extra info. This forum will probably be a pain to navigate again and if I don't have to go consult other threads to what might be your problem, that's a huge relieve. 10. Keep in mind that I'm in a different time zone than most of you guys. Be patient, I will try to answer anyone (except venting posts). 11. If you are replying to a question of mine, please quote your problem/my question or recap in short. It will help me tremendously if I don't have to go back to see what your problem was and I can't keep them all in mind. 12. Check your game if you have any old cc-framework leftovers and remove. 13. Please don't post: I don't have the time to read all this. I find that rather insulting because it tells me, you didn't even bother to read the first post. I'm taking MY time to help you guys out and I'm not compensated by EA for this so the least you can do is read the first few posts before making your statement. 14. Please do not edit your post to add extra info to it unless no one else has answered you. I'm not going back in reading the thread, so I might miss extra info. Simply make a new post and restate your issue. 15. A word regarding SimPort: I did order my copy of Showtime but I won't have time or try out anything before April. Also, I'm not even sure if I will try Simport or not. If I do, it will be with one or two selected people, so don't bother to send me any requests. 16. Please also excuse if my answers are short and to the point. I usually have to cover a lot of ground and I can't be elaborate about everything. It's not meant in a rude way at all. I appreciate everyone that is taking part in this. 17. If you opened a thread on a certain issue you want linked, post the link in this thread and I will add it. Make sure there aren't any threads there yet. 18. If you feel that I'm not treating everyone in the same way, you're probably right. There are people that have been reporting since my first bug thread and others that are modders/creators themselves. I feel that I know when a bug report of those people is legit and when not, so I'll be quicker to add those compared to people I don't know at all. 19. Please use proper english and no text language. Also try to use punctuation where applicable and don't put everything in one paragraph. Those are very hard for me to read. I'm German speaking, so that would help me a great deal to understand what you are saying. http://www.abload.de/img/blue2-rule-04l-whitevxcj.gif Important Links - SimsVIP Showtime Game Guide - How to redeem your Codes - List of Achievements available - The New MyPage - Social Features in Game - Showtime Simport Rewards *Pictures* - Pets Bug Thread - Generations Bug Thread - Please see compiled list on first page before posting - Late Night Bugs - Compiled List in first two posts - TS3 + EPs & SPs - Known Glitches & Causes - FAQ: Bugs & Patches - Generations-Patch & existing Mods/Hacks - FAQ: What files should I backup ? - Twallan's Mods - Finding Devices and Updating Drivers Origin Make sure your Origin is up-to-date (if you are using it). If your Origin is not at that version and you are not prompted an update, you will need to uninstall and get the newest version here: http://www.origin.com/us/about Crashing Issues Crashing issues are mainly technical and belong in the technical forum. carlymichelle has made a thread here: The offical sims 3 pets crashing thread. Please post in that thread if you have any crashing issues. Here's some things you can try: ERROR: Game Crashes (CTD) DEP Information If you are experiencing crashes after load screen or after a few minutes of game play, it's most likely a DEP problem. The game has now a new .exe file in your base game folder. Make sure to add the following new files to your DEP: TS3W.EXE in your base game\bin folder. MAC Users Things to try - FAQ: Delete your Cache Files - Move your family out and back in. - Reset the sim ? - TUTORIAL: Resetting the game to factory settings without Reinstalling --> Make sure to save those: SimPort Progress and Achievements - TUTORIAL: - How to reinstall the game - FAQ: How do I restore a backup file ? - Move your Sims to a new town. Save them to the bin for that. Use Twallan's Porter if you don't want to loose the relationships. A word on Mods/Hacks It's ok to use them, I do too (I even recommend some of them), but please please, educate yourself about them. Don't just pop something in. There are many mods that conflict with each other and there are many mods that will be outdated with every patch (that's how it works). Some of the mods need to be uninstalled in a special way but it will always tell you in the mod description if that is the case. So PLEASE read them and DO what it says. Instructions how to install a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I install Custom Content/ Mods ? Instructions how to uninstall a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Abbreviations used MC = MasterController: Mod by Twallan SP = StoryProgression Mod: Mod by Twallan CC = Custom Content: cloth, objects, hair, etc from third-parties you add to your game. DEP = Data Execution Prevention: Windows security feature. AP = Apaloosa Plains, Pets Neighborhood MTS = ModTheSims: CC Site TSR = TheSimsResource: A CC Site74KViews1like950CommentsTechnology Degree Robe Refusal
Its a peeve of mine that sometimes sims seemed to not change into their graduation robes for the graduation, and I've always played in a way since the first time that happened, to be sure they approach the doors slowly and within plenty of time ... Now it happened for the first time since way back then and I tried again and again with different approaches, then I looked it up and found this: "venusdemilosims;d-724464" wrote: My main Sim's oldest son, Andrew, finally graduated from college with his technology degree (yay!) but there's one problem.... He never did change into his cap and gown! He went into the gym, came out with his diploma in hand, all in street clothes. This happened earlier with my other tech graduate as well. My fine arts major in the same household changed into her cap and gown. As it turns out my sim was doing the technology degree. It seems the game is making a joke, like Sheldon in the Big Bang Theory dismisses Howard's Engineering degree like its not a real degree. I found a solution though! My sim went back to an earlier version of his and her game and started university with a different degree, and graduated with a lovely gown. Then they went back to university, two more times for luck, and did Technology as their third and last degree. They then changed into a proper gown for its graduation ceremony. I think they might have had the same gown/sash (regalia) for all three. Anyway, I'm sure it would have worked for just two instead of three degrees. So there you have it. If you're like me and are particular about it, you can send them to get a different degree first, then Technology as well after, to ensure they wear the proper outfit for it. It only took one week full time to do the second, and then one full time for the third degrees, because of the skills and credits gained from the first degree. It wasn't much extra work. My sims retook the aptitude before enrolling each time, I'm not sure if that matters to get the credits or not. :) Another thing I did one of the experimental times was to copy outfit in MC from a townie/NPC while they were in there, and that worked, but I didn't like that I wasn't sure if the sash was the right colour. The 'sending-for-another-first' way feels better to me.124Views1like1CommentSpiral Staircases - sorted, or at least another workaround.
This may be really old hat, and it may not work for everybody, but I think I`ve found a workaround to fix the issue where sims can walk up but not walk down spiral staircases (since Pets and the last patch, or the last patch and Pets?). I say I think I`ve found a workaround, but I found a thread over at MTS which linked to another thread and it was there I found a post offering a solution which seems to have sorted the issue for me. Okay, I tried the method where you add the finished lot containing the spiral staircase to your lot bin in game, then in EIG add the lot last of all without doing anything else in EIG, saving, then exiting EIG. This method didn`t work for me, sims still couldn`t walk down the spiral stairs. My spiral staircases tend to be against walls, and in some cases the lot was built around the fact spiral stairs were used. I didn`t really want to rebuild the lots to accommodate normal stairs or redesign the interior to move the spiral stairs away from the wall, although, I was resigned to doing so. A tad frustrating. Okay, I admit, tears were shed :| The solution. Remove any fences or half walls at the top of the spiral staircase. At least, remove any fence or half-wall where the side rail rises up above floor level. It worked for me, and I didn`t have to move the stairs or turn them to any different angles. Happy happy joy joy. I test exported, and in-game, without altering my spiral staircases in any way, sims can now happily walk up and down the three sets of spiral stairs in my world :D Again, don`t slap me around the face and neck if this is already common knowledge. I`m just happy at the moment and needed to purge the joy.199Views1like8CommentsGenerations Bug Thread - Please see compiled list on first page before posting.
This post is not maintained by me anymore. Pets bug thread is here: Pets Bug Thread - Please post your issues here I have moved my blog. Not going to update all Links in this thread. My blog can now be found here: http://sims3.crinrict.com/en Twallan has also moved. His mods are now here: http://nraas.wikispaces.com/ Many people seem to be seeing an invalid file error. Please check this thread for a solution: Solution for "Update Error: Invalid File Found" Patch 1.24 The new patch is out with a very long list of bug fixes: http://www.thesims3.com/game/patches/351850303 I don't have much time right now so I won't be doing any updating here anymore. I'll be back with a new bug thread when Pets comes out. Check my blog for news: http://sims3.crinrict.com/en Please feel free to post NEW issues and fixed issues that are NOT on that long list. Before updating your game and/or installing the new EP, please make sure to follow these steps: TUTORIAL: What to do before patching FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Ask here, if anything is unclear. It will help you avoid most patching problems. ____________________________________ There is no need for reading this whole thread but please check my posts on this first page if your issue has been reported and only post if you have extra info to add. Please post all your Generations bugs in this thread. I will try to compile them. I will forewarn you that I’ll be on vacation from June 8th to June 18th and probably won’t have a proper Internet connection. So you’ll be on your own during that time. If anyone wants to help out during this time, just let me know so we can set something up that people know where to look. Remember that the patch will make your game ‘EP’ ready. Most of the bugs (unless they are specific to functionality of the EP) and fixes will also apply if you only have the patch and NOT the EP. As it seems you get memories, the age sliders and body hair with the patch. I've not been able to figure out the collections/filter yet. It's there but greyed out. Please post the following info and I’d appreciate it if you follow the rules Info 1. Are you using any CC or mods ? 2. If you are using mods, are you using any of the ‘big ones’ like Awesome Mod or Twallan’s mods 3. If you’re not using mod, did you never use them or did you take them out for the EP (as you are supposed to do) 4. What EPs do you own 5. What patch level (game version) are you currently at. I need the version of your base game. You find it in your launcher when you hover over the basegame icon. I need the one that starts with 1.xx http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4wqZkfMBPvo/TedcYIShIhI/AAAAAAAABTE/BeGXCAsLAkU/s1600/BaseGameVersion.jpg 6. Some basic Info about your Computer (please NO DxDiag, can’t read them anyways). Processor, Amount of RAM, Graphic Card and Operating System (Mac, Win 7, Win XP, …) 7. Did you start a new game for Generations or are you playing an existing ones 8. What town are you playing ? EA or Custom ? Rules No more rules. Post ahead. Important Links Please read these older posts for more information - Late Night Bugs - Compiled List in first two posts (this thread has tons of info in the first post that I’m not going to repeat. Please read there) - TS3 + EPs & SPs - Known Glitches & Causes - FAQ: Bugs & Patches - Generations-Patch & existing Mods/Hacks - FAQ: What files should I backup ? DEP Information If you are experiencing crashes after load screen or after a few minutes of game play, it's most likely a DEP problem. The game has now a new .exe file in your base game folder. Make sure to add the following new files to your DEP: TS3EP04.EXE in your Generations\bin folder TS3W.EXE in your base game\bin folder. MAC Users There seem many issue like crashes and not being able to open the Launcher. Please check the Mac Forum and this thread for details: PROBLEM WITH MOST RECENT PATCH. There also seems an issue with exceptions after long play session. Can't upload memories cause they can't type the '@'. --> Please check this thread for more info on mac issues: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/387274.page Things to try - FAQ: Delete your Cache Files - Move your family out and back in. - Reset the sim ? - TUTORIAL: Resetting the game to factory settings without Reinstalling - TUTORIAL: - How to reinstall the game - FAQ: How do I restore a backup file ? - Move your Sims to a new town. Save them to the bin for that. Use Twallan's Porter if you don't want to loose the relationships. A word on Mods/Hacks It's ok to use them, I do too (I even recommend some of them), but please please, educate yourself about them. Don't just pop something in. There are many mods that conflict with each other and there are many mods that will be outdated with every patch (that's how it works). Some of the mods need to be uninstalled in a special way but it will always tell you in the mod description if that is the case. So PLEASE read them and DO what it says. Instructions how to install a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I install Custom Content/ Mods ? Instructions how to uninstall a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Abbreviations used MC = MasterController = Mod by Twallan SP = StoryProgression Mod = Mod by Twallan CC = Custom Content = cloth, objects, hair, etc from third-parties you add to your game. DEP = Data Execution Prevention = Windows security feature.100KViews1like1174CommentsSims won't go to work after one of the family has graduated.
Out of the blue, once one of my family has graduated the others get the message that it's their work day, but they don't get a carpool, and when I try to send them to work I get the message "it's not your workday until......" And then it is NEVER their workday again. The only way to resolve it is to evict them, save them to the sims family folder, delete the original family and move the copy back in. Which means wasting money buying the house over and over every time someone graduates, and losing friendships with the neighbours. There must be game/family corruption, but why now? I haven't downloaded anything, uploaded anything, changed anything or bought from the store for months. I'm also waiting to see if I soon get error 16 in my new neighbourhood whereas previously I could play a neighbourhood for months and had never heard of error code 16.Simshop Downloads Not Showing Up/Non-Pregnant Pregnant Sims
Want to apologize ahead of time for the long post. I was trying to keep it short, but I think I may have failed. So, I'm having two issues in my sims 3 game. I will try to give as much information as I possibly can that may help someone understand what is going on with my game, therefore they can help me understand what is going on with my game. :D Let's start with the pregnant sims. Recently I installed two nraas mods Story Pregression and Register, because I was starting to notice the lack of children running around and toddlers being carried to parks in such. I then tried getting my sims pregnant, because it was a want, and she was pregnant, not showing. She was in the stage where she should have been showing, but wasn't showing. There was even a random couple in town that I was just hovering over that were expecting (Story progression notified me of this), but she wasn't showing either. I thought it was the cc I was using at the time, (I didn't have more than probably 10 maybe less. Just make-up stuff basically.) So I removed all cc, uploaded a backup save, then tried getting the sims pregnant again to see if she still wouldn't show. (Never got to test that, because that's when the second issue came into play.) All the content I had downloaded from the simshop was removed. I don't understand how or why, but in the downloads panel on the launcher all the images were replaced with cardboard boxes. I did some research and, whether this was the issue or not, I learned that it could be the user data was corrupted? Something to that extent. The way to fix it was to move your old sims 3 folder to a different location, rename it, then boot the game back up, causing the game to make a new sims 3 folder and that I would have to just redownload every single item again. So I did all that, moved the mod folder to the new sims 3 folder, but removed story progression mod and set it aside (So I only had the RelationshipPanel, Overwatch, ErrorTrap, MasterController and Register nraas mods by this point), to see if it was causing issues with my game. Uploaded a completely brand save, played it like I was serious about it, got on again this morning and the shop content was removed again and showed the carboard boxes again. Here is an image of what I mean. https://i.imgur.com/tTI8ISB.png I can't speak on behalf of the non-pregnant pregnant sim bug, because I never got a chance to test out what was causing that issue, but I can say for certain that the whole content being removed issue didn't arise till after I installed StoryProgression and Register. I don't know if one or both of these mods are giving my game a fit or if its something else causing the issue. I try my best to do research, before asking for help, because I don't want to bother anyone with issues that have already been resolved, but I'm at a loss on this one. Again, apologize for the long long post. I tried my best to keep it short, but I can see I failed. :D Does anyone have an answer as to why my shop content was removed twice and maybe even why pregnant sims (not just mine it seems) weren't showing they were pregnant.University Life Bug thread
My work here is mostly finished. I'm no longer answering posts. You're still welcome to post your issues, they just won't get added. EA is monitoring this thread so hopefully our report will be seen nevertheless. For updates and news check my blog: http://sims3.crinrict.com/en/ http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg So, since this thread has already slowed down considerably, I will check back on Sunday, March 24th to see if there is anything major that needs adding but I won't answer everyone anymore. I know the time invested is shorter then in previous bug threads but I have planned this weekend (without Sims) a long while ago and I really don't feel like answering 3 days worth of new posts, especially on a weekend so I think this is a good point to wrap things up. The bad bugs have been identified and now I will try to find infos on how we can prevent them. I am still checking in on those two other threads and see if we can find a common denominator. Also watch my blog for new info. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg If you have the not arriving at Uni issue, please post here: Sim not arriving at University. The issue is to extensive to be handled here If you have the not returning home after Uni issue, please post here: Sim can't return home after Graduation http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Make sure to test on a vanilla game (that means deleting the mods as well as the cache files or use the factory reset approach) before you post an issue here Few precautions you should take before going to University: Precautions for University Life http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Manual Links to the patch is here: Patch 1.50 Major Issues with invalid files atm. Be patient. EA is looking into it. Please post here if you have the issue: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/647907.page or use the super patch linked in the above thread. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Before updating your game and/or installing the new EP, please make sure to follow these steps: In Preparation for University Life TUTORIAL: What to do before patching FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Ask here, if anything is unclear. It will help you avoid most patching problems. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg If you have crashing issues, please make your own thread in the technical part of this forum. This one is about GAMEPLAY bugs I do not have a solution for uninstalling Store content other than reinstalling all of them. If you have the issue, please post in the technical or Store technical section of this forum. Please remove your mods before posting. Even if they say they are updated. You can only be sure something is a EA bug if you play a vanilla game. There is no need for reading this whole thread but please check my posts on this first page if your issue has been reported and only post if you have extra info to add. Remember that the patch will make your game 'EP' ready. Most of the bugs (unless they are specific to functionality of the EP) and fixes will also apply if you only have the patch and NOT the EP. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Rules Please post the info asked in the second post and I'd appreciate it if you follow the rules 1. Please DO NOT VENT in this thread. If you are not happy with the game, post in another thread that most likely will pop up or start your own. I will need to read through all posts and venting will make me skip your post. Make your statement as calm and informative as possible. 2. Don't post things like: It doesn't work or I got an error message. I don't know how to help you with that. Describe as accurate as possible what you tried and what your problem is. Post any error messages you receive as you seem them (screen-shots are great) 3. Make sure that you have removed ALL your custom content, especially mods for they are most likely not compatible anymore. This also applies if you are only getting the patch. Check with the creators before putting them back. 4. You can also post your bugs/problems if you have not but the expansion but updated to the newest patch. 5. Please do not post any technical issues like crashes, graphic card problems or incompatibility messages. They go in the technical section of this forum and there are people there that can better help you than me. 6. Please read the compiled lists to see if anyone has posted before and if there's a solution to your problem. I will try to keep links so you can go to the post of the person for extra info but that might prove difficult if lots of people have the problem. If you have extra info to add, please do so. Also let me know if you feel that I have misinterpreted your post. 7. Also consult my blog at Crinrict's Sims 3 Help Blog to see if you are running into an old problem that already has a solution 8. You may also post any fixed bugs or solutions you might find. 9. Please do not link to another post if you have already posted somewhere else. Copy/Paste your post and add the link as extra info. This forum will probably be a pain to navigate again and if I don't have to go consult other threads to what might be your problem, that's a huge relieve. 10. Keep in mind that I'm in a different time zone than most of you guys. Be patient, I will try to answer anyone (except venting posts). 11. If you are replying to a question of mine, please quote your problem/my question or recap in short. It will help me tremendously if I don't have to go back to see what your problem was and I can't keep them all in mind. 12. Check your game if you have any old cc-framework leftovers and remove. 13. Please don't post: I don't have the time to read all this. I find that rather insulting because it tells me, you didn't even bother to read the first post. I'm taking MY time to help you guys out and I'm not compensated by EA for this so the least you can do is read the first few posts before making your statement. 14. Please do not edit your post to add extra info to it unless no one else has answered you. I'm not going back in reading the thread, so I might miss extra info. Simply make a new post and restate your issue. 15. Please also excuse if my answers are short and to the point. I usually have to cover a lot of ground and I can't be elaborate about everything. It's not meant in a rude way at all. I appreciate everyone that is taking part in this. 16. If you opened a thread on a certain issue you want linked, post the link in this thread and I will add it. Make sure there aren't any threads there yet. 17. If you feel that I'm not treating everyone in the same way, you're probably right. There are people that have been reporting since my first bug thread and others that are modders/creators themselves. I feel that I know when a bug report of those people is legit and when not, so I'll be quicker to add those compared to people I don't know at all. 18. Please use proper english and no text language. Also try to use punctuation where applicable and don't put everything in one paragraph. Those are very hard for me to read. I'm German speaking, so that would help me a great deal to understand what you are saying. http://www.crinrict.com/blueRuler.jpg Important Links - Seasons Bug thread - Supernatural Bug Thread - Showtime Bug Thread - Pets Bug Thread - Generations Bug Thread - Please see compiled list on first page before posting - Late Night Bugs - Compiled List in first two posts - TS3 + EPs & SPs - Known Glitches & Causes - FAQ: Bugs & Patches - Generations-Patch & existing Mods/Hacks - FAQ: What files should I backup ? - Twallan's Mods - Finding Devices and Updating Drivers - Origin Make sure your Origin is up-to-date (if you are using it). If your Origin is not at that version and you are not prompted an update, you will need to uninstall and get the newest version here: http://www.origin.com/us/about Crashing Issues Crashing issues are mainly technical and belong in the technical forum. Please make your own thread there, posting your DxDiag and info about cc, when it crashes and other useful stuff. Here's some things you can try: ERROR: Game Crashes (CTD) DEP Information If you are experiencing crashes after load screen or after a few minutes of game play, it's most likely a DEP problem. The game has now a new .exe file in your base game folder. Make sure to add the following new files to your DEP: TS3W.EXE in your base game\bin folder. MAC Users If you have technical issue, please post in any of these threads: Things to try - FAQ: Delete your Cache Files - Move your family out and back in. - Reset the sim ? - TUTORIAL: Resetting the game to factory settings without Reinstalling --> Make sure to save those: SimPort Progress and Achievements - TUTORIAL: - How to reinstall the game - FAQ: How do I restore a backup file ? - Move your Sims to a new town. Save them to the bin for that. Use Twallan's Porter if you don't want to loose the relationships. A word on Mods/Hacks It's ok to use them, I do too (I even recommend some of them), but please please, educate yourself about them. Don't just pop something in. There are many mods that conflict with each other and there are many mods that will be outdated with every patch (that's how it works). Some of the mods need to be uninstalled in a special way but it will always tell you in the mod description if that is the case. So PLEASE read them and DO what it says. Instructions how to install a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I install Custom Content/ Mods ? Instructions how to uninstall a mod can be found here: FAQ: How do I uninstall a Mod/Hack ? Abbreviations used MC = MasterController: Mod by Twallan SP = StoryProgression Mod: Mod by Twallan CC = Custom Content: cloth, objects, hair, etc from third-parties you add to your game. DEP = Data Execution Prevention: Windows security feature. MTS = ModTheSims: CC Site TSR = TheSimsResource: A CC Site127KViews1like854Comments