Sims 4 Constantly Crashes Computers!
I've played Sims for decades now. I even got my current desktop PC specifically to play the game. The game, all the expansion packs, stuff packs etc. has been a giant waste of money because there is zero customer service, nor any fixing of problems. The game will make my computer have a solid color on the screen (there have been all colors), and then crash the whole computer. Most aggravating part is that if there are any events taking place, the computer wont crash until after all weekly tasks have been completed. The solid screens start again after the weekly completion. So I KNOW EA Games could make the game play solid if they wanted to. What's the point of playing a game, when it isn't stable to begin with? I've played since Sims 2, and wish I could go back to that because at least there was an ability to play and didn't crash 2 seconds into play.
Allow to edit/update Dynasties via any member
I really like Dynasties but every time I go to edit the Dynasty Details or spend the Perk Points, I realize... oops I am not on the head/leader, then I have toggle out, and select the head/leader, but what if I am not in the household with the head/leader oof... Edit: Really? No one with larger dynasties with the head/lead in another household, is fine having to re-add their head/lead to active household just to add more perks?More CAS Selections and Panels
First off the addition of a Dietary Panel under CAS. Dietary/Body Specifics: Move from Regular Traits to Dietary Traits: Vegetarian/Lactose Intolerant/etc. Add more Dietary Traits like Pescatarian, Carnivore, etc. Add Likes/Dislikes to Cuisine Types Add Favourite Food Likes/dislikes Coffee/Tea/Mixology Drinks/Nectar/etc. Make Utensil Preference Selected here (instead of selecting Sim but make it available to change at any time similar to likes/dislikes) Toggle Option to not gain weight from eating/food. Toggle Option to not gain muscle from working out. Toggle Sim will not autonomously intense based working out like weights/do push ups/jog/etc. (but exclude light working out like swimming/yoga/etc.) And in addition to the Identity Panel: Dominant/Submissive/Switch(both) for romance and pairing animation. Too often my submissive partner is taking the dominant position for IMHO in non-indicating dominant animation. Such as Flutter Kiss/Cocoon Hug (Critter Hunter trait), which I personally feel she should be able to do as the submissive position (as they are a bit girly girl interactions). But I understand some animations make sense such as Passionate Kiss where they dip their partner as the initiator (but less obvious romantic interactions, I'd like the non-dominant placement of hands/arms for her). I hope no one takes offence to this, but IMHO it is as identifying as gender, and sexual preference. And I often wish my main would be less of the initiator when doing interactions such as Flutter Kiss, or sleeping in her partner's arms instead of him in hers. This could also help for Waltzing/Dancing pairing. Dom/Sub for leading—so pairing is not by gender or random. Also, it might help if the dominant had more autonomy of being the romance initiator (if possible). At this time, I made my one Sim the dominant by being a Romantic Sim, having (via cheating) Hungry for Love Lifestyle, wearing flirty jewelry, and my submissive is Romantically Reserved (and not wearing flirty jewelry).Cross-Platform DLC Transfers for The Sims 4
Dear Reader, As a dedicated Sim player for over 18 years, I genuinely love and enjoy the game. While I've occasionally been frustrated by some updates (or the lack thereof), nothing has been more disheartening than the inability to transfer purchased packs across platforms. I currently play on PlayStation but have been considering switching to PC/Mac for greater convenience, especially when traveling. However, I was shocked to discover that the significant investment I've made in The Sims 4 content—over $1,400 across expansion packs, game packs, stuff packs, and kits—would not carry over to a new platform. This limitation is both frustrating and discouraging for loyal players like myself. What is the point of having an EA account if it doesn't provide the flexibility to access purchased content across platforms? The idea of repurchasing the same DLC content for another $1,400 is unreasonable and alienating to devoted fans. Allowing cross-platform pack transfers would offer more advantages than drawbacks: Player Loyalty and Customer Appreciation: The Sims franchise thrives on its passionate and loyal player base. Allowing cross-platform pack transfers would show that EA values and appreciates its most dedicated players. Increasing Player Engagement: Players are more likely to engage with the game on multiple platforms when their content carries over. This flexibility enhances the player experience, encouraging greater long-term involvement in the game. Consistency with Industry Trends: Cross-platform play and transferable purchases are becoming industry standards. Major gaming companies such as Epic Games, Microsoft, and Ubisoft have embraced this model, making it easier for players to access their content across different devices. EA should follow suit to remain competitive and player-focused. Convenience for Players on the Go: Gaming isn't confined to a single device anymore. Many players, myself included, would love to play The Sims 4 while traveling or on road trips by simply hotspotting a laptop to a phone. Without cross-platform content, this becomes nearly impossible for console players. Protection Against Piracy: The current system inadvertently encourages players to seek unauthorized ways to access their paid content on other platforms. Offering a legitimate solution for transferring packs would reduce the incentive for piracy. Increased DLC Sales: Players who have the flexibility to use their packs across platforms are more likely to continue purchasing new content rather than feeling alienated by platform restrictions. Improved Customer Satisfaction: Happy customers are more likely to recommend the game and remain loyal to the franchise. Allowing pack transfers would address a significant pain point for many players, fostering a more positive relationship with the EA brand. I understand that some might argue I should simply remain on PlayStation, but it's not always practical. Being able to hotspot my laptop during travel and play like so many other players would be a game-changer for me. I appreciate the hard work the team puts into developing new content, and I'm more than willing to continue supporting The Sims series financially. However, I cannot justify paying twice for the same content. Loyal fans deserve a better solution. I sincerely hope EA will consider addressing this issue and providing a solution that benefits the entire player base. Thank you for your time and for listening to this long-time player's concerns. ~ Haley
Random Sims coming onto property to rummage through or Knock Over Trash Bin
Is it just me??🤔 I was noticing random Sim/NPC trespassing onto my property and knocking over the trash and making a mess, then walking away again. I'd send my Sim to clean it up and keep playing another day away, next thing, I see another stranger passing through the backyard uninvited again... Not even attempting to come to my front door, just bee-lining straight to the trash next to my back door. How rude! There's a BABY in the house! And with another mess left for me to clean up, I decided to build a fence around the raised platform it was on. You know what happened? They still kept trying to get to it! 😱 They just walked as close to it as they could get, or to the entrance of the gate (until the NPC realised it was locked) and just stood there for hours ....waiting to scratch that itch for trash destruction. I play rotationally - and forgot about this incident. Played another household that I have holed-up living in a lighthouse on what I like to envision is mostly an isolated little island. Nuh uh. Here comes the local townie eye-balling that stray trash bin I have tucked away around the back of the house, ready to make a mess. I tried searching to see if any other reports, no luck, but it does seem to be very peculiar (and annoying!) behaviour! I'll be back with screenshots/clips/more details of timing etc so I can help flesh out the report - especially if I'm definitely the first reporting. Thanks in advance Crinrict for any adjustments/fixes you make to my thread 📣 Our local legend
Give an Option to Order Replacement Birth Certificates & Diplomas
Ok so it always bothered be that Birth Certificates and Diplomaa could accidentally get deleted with no way to recover them. A simple solution to this is to have an option on the computer to order a replacement birth certificate or diplomas (High School or College). We can already order replacement marriage certificates so why not these.
Tabletop Mini Cowplant, and Other Plant Ideas
Let me start off saying I love the fantasy, occult and sci-fi based plants in this game. I enjoy making fantasy gardens over regular gardens, they just look so cool and unique! The Cowplant itself can be an overtaking object for the household—all Sims obsessively play with it. I love the Amuse-Bouche Cowplant Terrarium from Paranormal, but I think it be great if we had an actual Mini Cowplant that can fit in the tabletop plant pot. Forgive my moveobjects merged item example: It be great if a Cowberry is planted in small or tabletop plant pots they produce Mini Cowplants, and instead of producing Essences, they just produce more Cowberries (helpful for self sustaining Cowberries for EbN (instead of buying)). I find it a bit annoying that the Apothecary Table just has buy ingredients as it's version of "sustainable", I rather harvestables. It also be cool if the Sixam Mosquito Trap could fit in the tabletop plant too. Lastly, another small alien plant, at this time we have 2 large/trees but only 3 small, I feel the 4 spot planter would be great if without duplicates, could have 4 different alien plants. Maybe an alien mushroom? And also maybe expand from Crystal Trees, like metal producing bushes or something?
Today's Laundry List announcement: Again not a word about Neighborhood Stories
For all the various bug fixes over the last year, I've not seen a single mention of the MASSIVE muck-up that is neighborhood stories. Perhaps I've missed something, but what I haven't missed is a real or suggested fix. I'd take six duplicate cows in my household inventory or a dozen blackened photos just to have this "feature" either fixed or removed until they fix it. The other day Grand Duke Capp left his royal home and took up with Crispin Black in Nordhaven. They fell. in. love. and. got. married. Crispin now has a royal title. Skip Broke is truly confused because he's supposed to be gay but keeps marrying women. Just yesterday, I loaded my game (Neighborhood Stories "disabled", of course it can't be disabled...) and Mei Prescott and her kids I didn't know she had because I've never played her have moved in with Royal dude Alto and assumed a royal title. [*hear hair being ripped out*] Sofia Bjergsen showed up at Chez Llama pregnant AGAIN. I've gotten over feeling like a fiend when I use MCCC to **bleep** things in the bud, including budding Simlets. Unfortunately what MCCC for all its wonderful features can't **bleep** in the bud is Neighborhood Stories. ~ sigh Do us a solid, EA/Maxis/Who/Whatever you are today, keep your tiny "fixes", keep your kits and packs. Give us a great big beautiful fix. End of rant. Signed, a loyal player who has played since The Sims (1) inception. EDIT: Why is the forum automatically *bleeping " en eye pee " (spelling somewhat phonetically) ????? Is that a curse word in some other tongue? For crying out loud. Just fix neighborhood stories AND your filters.
