My friend Tedhi, who has been renovating all the lots in Sunset Valley, has a new save file out. You can watch the video over on YouTube, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwJqksiP1RM&t=840s She has all the links you need for the ‘save file’ and all the CC - which is minimal. Her tumblebutts account is @franglishetchocolat where you can see all her videos and get individual links for lot downloads.
Here is another mod overview video - this time it's about the chicken mod.
Version 2 of the mod
Update 09.07.2023
It’s no big secret (I mean it reads in this instruction) that I was not very happy how the chicken movement was working in the original version of this mod. So when I was working on the Dig For Treasure -mod I use the chicken’s move code to calculate where to dig and managed to improve the code a bit so I decided to do this update.
Note: Please delete any old chickens you have in your game if you download version 2.
1. The chicken’s movement should now be a bit more random.
2. With testing cheats on you now have an option to toggle chicken movement on/off. Even if this is off the chicken will still do the animations and change directions once in a while, but they will not move from the spot you put them in. By default this option is off.
3. Added option to feed chickens using seeds and produce on top of the original 5§ food. This is for you medieval/off the grid players – who try to play this game with no or very little money. If feeding your chicken using seed or produce the mod will just take the first seed/produce it find in your inventory and use that. So if you have some super special thing you don’t want to end up in your chicken remove it from your sim’s inventory first. The animation for feeding is the same regardless what option you use. Note, that anything deemed produce (including fish) can be used to feed the chickens.
4. The mod now has sounds! In a form of a separate .package where I attached all the sound files.
Note: If you have the original chicken coop in your game you can delete the sound file and the chicken will still have sounds. The mod will just use the sound files from the coop.
Hi I'm wondering what you mean when you say you clean your cc? Thank you!
Oh Lordy, this is a long one but I will try to get it all in:
General points:
Specific Points:
My mods folder used to be a mess, with merged packages, duplicates and a lot of CC I didn’t use. It had 36GB. Now I am down to 10GB literally just by cleaning my CC. I lost 6GB alone just by removing duplicate _IMG files and compressing my CC and skins….
Obviously most people don’t have the patience to do all the above, but hey, I load my game fully in super speed, I don’t have any lag whatsoever and in build/buy mode my categories load faster cause I don’t have loads of CC I don’t need.
Oh yeah, my FAQ page also tells you ways to get your game to run faster ;)
Hope this helps you Nonny!
Reorganizing my CC has made a load of difference to the stability and performance of my game. Over time I have converted all my sims3packs into package files. These tips are really helpful!
I was inspired by @sweetdevil-sims post in the “Mods you wish existed” thread on Mod The Sims and decided to make that wish into a mod!
This is a script mod that can be placed in your Packages folder. It was built and tested on 1.69 but should work fine on 1.67.
“I really want a mod that makes it so that when you’re robbed, the burglar also gets a chance of stealing a percentage of your household funds. Anyone know if anything like this exists?” - sweetdevil
This mod adds a 20% risk of a burglar stealing 1% to 5% of your household’s funds when they successfully steal an object from your home lot.
All of the following values are tunable in the mod’s XML file (0 is 0% and 1 is 100%, unless otherwise stated):
This is a new script mod so there shouldn’t be any conflicts.
EA/Maxis for The Sims 3, Visual Studio, s3pe, and Notepad++
Thank you to @sweetdevil-sims for the idea and a HUGE thank you to @monocodoll for all of the testing you did! This mod literally would not have been released without you!!
If you like my work, please consider tipping me on Ko-fi 💙
We really don’t want our sims to have money, do we? 😂 Thank you, Twin!
Hey, I'm back again! This time, I bring you functional tennis. Set machinima/music video: Game, Sim, Match | The Sims 3 Important info and download 💾 under the cut:
THIS IS INCREDIBLE
TS3 LEMONLEAF MEGA FILE - COMPLETE
You may have seen this file posted recently
I combined all the lemonleaf files i could find with photos in mega.
Edit: With the exception of a few sims, this file is complete. Thanks to @ameriko-steelie the file has been organized. Through our efforts, we finally have a complete lemonleaf archive!
For anyone who wants these
I made a Top 50 list (Pt 1 and Pt2) back in 2016, talking about mods that I've used & love. But with all the goated content that the amazing TS3 community continues to churn out, I NEEDED to update my list! This one in no way diminishes or negates the other mods I've already listed--like, I shouldn't have to sit here and explain how NRAAS continues to carry TS3 on its freaking shoulders, ok. This is just MORE mods, the Top 50 most RECENT ones I've tried out since, like, quarantine.
I am a VERY niche simmer--I love fantasy gameplay, so my fave mods are the ones that not only offer general quality of life improvements, but also add new abilities and interactive objects inspired by different cultures, time periods, or genres. So y'all already KNOW which ones have earned my top spots. They're not based on which mods are "better," just which ones I personally have been using the most.
I've already gushed about this mod, but oh well. Like--I use an EFFTON of CC. My Live Mode gameplay itself doesn't tend to lag so much as my game's slow to LOAD, slow to save, CAS is a nightmare, I can do my taxes waiting for the Misc Decor section to open, etc etc. But the Smooth Patch loads everything so much quicker for me! 😭
One thing is that on the EA App version (curse you, EA) the Master Controller package didn't work on my end, so I took it out, but everything else has been great!
Speaking of the Misc Decor section -- HOW LONG did we ask EA for a Search function y'all? Only to be ignored. Then the second TS4 is released, it ain't got a effing thing in it, but it's got a Search function??? 🤔 ISTG it's like the simgurus were told to take all of the TS3 community's best suggestions, and poach them for TS4 (like vampire coffins--NO I'm not over it!). WHY do modders have to do your frikkin job for you, EA?! I call EA lazy all the time cuz EA you suck, so it's the most ironic thing ever that LazyDuchess is out here KILLING IT.
My ONLY "complaint" about the Search mod is the position of the icon. I use A LOT of Collection Files, and I noticed that the Search icon actually covers the Delete button when in the Collection viewer. So I can't delete items in collections with the Search icon in the way.
But this is a MINOR nitpick--I almost never delete items, it's just something I noticed is all.
3 - 8: OCCULT MODS: EVERYTHING by @puddingface1902
Y'all already know the Enhanced Witches mod is my favorite mod ever made. But PF1902 also made cool enhancements to the Fairies, Genies, Vampires, Werewolves, and Mermaids too! My sims are usually Nraas hybrids (e.g.: Sakura is a faery, witch & plantsim; Magnus Bane is a witch & genie; etc.), so it's FANTASTIC having so many new abilities for my magical occults. 😍
9 - 11: OCCULT MODS by xantak22
Even more occult mods at MTS are for enhanced Plantsims, Ghosts, and Mummies! I was dying for more Plantsim abilities, omg, they're my 3rd fave occult after Witches & Fae.
12: Sim Control Tools by Knight
Sooooo many quality of life mods have come out! ^0^
I've been ABUSING the Teleport To Me function, to quickly get sims off of lots & where I need them to be. It also lets sims unlock more Social/Romantic interactions. (Now all we need is a way to interact with sims from EA's useless thumbnails.)
There are SOOOO many--most I've yet to even try. But so far newer ones I've been using are the Deck of Cards (FINALLY something other than EA's bulky AF poker table!), Farm Mod (look at all these CHICKENS!), and Hunting mod so my 8000 archer sims can actually hunt! (Ofc I've also used the Woodcutter and Anvil mods in my older gameplay posts, too.) And @mspoodle1's edit of the Cup of Tea mod is so pretty.
19: @mspoodle1's Poker table
Another excellent cards mod is this medieval style poker table I use a lot now, too.
20: @omedapixel's Wildflowers DR
I like EA's default wildflowers from SSNS, but Omeda's are just sooooo much nicer. (I haven't gotten around to trying out their Harvestable Plant DR yet.)
21: Swordfighting mod by CyrusBanefort
En garde! This mod is so freaking epic!
One thing I've noticed is that the game lags while it waits for the mod to boot up (a message has to first pop up saying it's running when you first launch your saves). But other than that this mod is excellent.
22 - 24: Yoga rugs
I've long been using the yoga rugs by Kitabalibar and the edited one from @mspoodle1. But now there's the newest one by @twinsimming, with brand new animations & features. The more the merrier I say, LOL. What's especially neat is the kids wobbling around as they try to do yoga! :3
25 - 30: TheSweetSimmer's mods--so cute! :3
Omg so frikkin many, I can't even catch up! The interactions are so freaking precious, like from the More Toddler Interactions (cuddle, look at, etc) & Biggest Little Mod (hug legs), I've never had so much fun playing with kids! <3 And I LOVE that they can Catch Butterflies and Pick Flowers--you'd think plantsim children would be able to do this by default, EA! Honestly, just grab everything by TSS, your kid sims will thank you!
31 - 33: @spheresims Medieval/Nature/Tribal mods
Y'all know I'm crazy about the Functional Fireplaces mod (the cauldrons, baby! 😈), but the One with Nature and Wildlife Hunting mods are great too, perfectly complimenting the off-the-grid realness.
34: @olomayasims/Cmomoney Smoking Mod Overhaul
The original smoking mod was on my first Top 50 list, so it's awesome seeing it get new upgrades, interactions & animations.
I've never smoked IRL, but sooooo many of my sims just puff-puff away; I'm such an enabler. U_U Now all we need is cigars and pipes!
35 - 38: Callia-Evergreen/Camkitty's CAS CC for animal hybrids at MTS
Not a "mod" per se, but whatever--my list my rules! I love ALL of their CC, but I get SO MUCH use out of animal-themed CC like the digitigrade sliders, wolf feet, lizard tails, and fae wings. Do check them out if you like to play with horror and monster-sims!
39: @greenplumbboblover's Sheep
EASILY one of the most incredible mods I've ever seen. Like....HOW? (Once @omedapixel's Goats are done I'm gonna start screaming someone do llamas pleeeeeaaaaase!!!)
I used the sax most recently in my IWTV gameplay, and it was excellent, perfect for the NOLA vibes! However, although I use the flute A LOT more (for my Untamed gameplay--it's been such a GODSEND!), I really wish the hands were positioned better, preferably using the poses from Chisims' flute poseset. (But I don't eff with poses/animations, otherwise I'd do it myself. U_U) Ah well, it's still one of my fave mods though.
41 - 42: Flower Arranging mod by zoe22 + @mspoodle1's Florist Collection
Guys, I've been wanting this mod since FOREVER! ^0^ (I swear, the best thing about TS4 is all the 4t3 conversions, LMAO!) I just wish Teens could Dabble and use it, too--all they can do is stock the table.
43: Just Sit/Nap Anywhere by FloTheory
Sometimes you just want sims to fall asleep anywhere, DANG, EA!
Cuz EA's food is UUUUUUUUGLY~! I kept forgetting to install it, only to be rudely reminded every time I had to look at my toddler sims eating MUD.
45 - 46: @mspoodle1's mail pen quill DR and @omedapixel's pencil quill DR
I looooove quill pens IRL (ballpoint pens, not the fountain pens--I'm way too messy), so having mods that let my sims use them too is 👌
47: Fireflies Enhanced! by Canibal_MLO
I love anything that enhances the wildlife and collectibles/harvestables to be more dynamic and interactive. And I was JUST about to do a firefly catching scene for my IWTV insp. gameplay, so this came right on time! The falling leaves effect is delightful, but I kinda wish it was falling flower petals instead, cuz ofc I do. 🌸
48: Unicorn Aurora DR by Canibal_MLO
GORGEOUS. This mod replaces the unicorn mist with northern lights, like.... I love the genius ideas simmers have.
What a neat idea! Although the default Maxis colors are ingrained in my psyche, with the iconic green plumbbob, as soon as I saw this mod I knew I wanted to at least try something different and play around with it.
50: @aa6x7's Teru Teru Bozu + other edits [Honorable Mention]
I rave about Cmomoney's Time/Weather Mod all the time, I use it constantly. AA6x7's Teru Teru Bozu (Japanese "Sunshine Monk" charms) is kinda like a simpler version of it, as it just resets bad weather back to Sunny. But it's such a cute idea and perfect for my gameplay. Plus, AA6x7 makes all kinds of neat edits/mods to EA's bulky AF meshes, so if you haven't checked them out already, DO!
And that's all the mods I've managed to try out recently!
I don't have anywhere near the kind of free time that I used to, so my simming has been put on the backburner and I've missed all kinds of cool and exciting releases. But trust: I am taking note, so that I know what to try once I have time.
All my deepest & sincerest gratitude & love to the entire sims community, for keeping The Sims 3 going--this year was the 14th anniversary! Here's to 14 more! 🥳 Happy Simming!
@murfeelee thanks for the shout out <3 This also reminded me that I need to start a farm with sheep. I've yet to use that mod. Maybe somebody in gen 2 will be a sheep farmer.
Thanks for this list! Some of these I wasn’t even aware of. So, thanks again.
Hello everyone!
Pikazuki is growing! And since I'lm a bit obsessed with public transport (even if mostly virtual for our pixel people), I started with the train stations
This is the main station where you can board from Pikazki to all Japan! Many booths to buy tickets ... and retrieve your lost luggage
Not too far away, you have the hostpital and business district. Not adverse on using the in game stuff... or even the purely decorative ones (well, it had a Koi on it!)
This is the more modern part of town...
Somewhat. It has a very sleek, sorta Art Deco little station
With some creature comforts for the tourist and the commuters
And last but not least, the station serving the most rural part of town
This little station takes passengers, mostly tourists for the old town who like the rural vibe.
But it is also a busy shipping station for all the agricutural goods produced close by. All that rice, wheat and numerous orchards fruit's must go somewhere, after all!
Working on my first Japanese style house at the moment, which is not easy as the architesture bases are very different from what I'm used to.
Interesting learning new stuff!
A Fire Station for Sunset Valley
Built on patch 1.67 - Originally in Sunset Valley, where the Hospital used to be, so best placed there (Size:30x40) - Lot label = Fire Station
Building inspired by a RL Fire Station in Seattle (seen on Google image). 1 fire truc + parking spots, array of activities to do on site: gym, workbenches, skill books, telescopes... - 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, pet friendly
Using Items from:
I use markers on my lots: level skip, hidden room, public room… So to be able to modify any of these buildings you need to have cheats on: ‘testingcheatsenabled true’, then ‘restrictbuildbuyinbuildings false’ To see/remove the markers you need ‘buydebug on.
It as all from big ass Mt Fuji (thans to @hydrangeachainsaw) to less big ass but still imressise containers and assortater trees drom @aroundthesims (just download everything, it'll be faster), and last but not least, the wonderful trees and crops (weats and of course rice... and lets not forget the grasses) from @simaddix
Not a lot of cc for me, but I tried to keep it to a minimum (sort of ) just in case you guys wanter in the fun.
It is not perfect, Mt Fuji was a bit difficult to place, but it dos the job if you're not skirting the edges.
Otherwise, it is, at the moment, a naked world with to buil lots whatsoever. I will build all this (it's what I do in Sims, after all), but I've learned the hard war that STS will NOT have me building a whole word, and one learn to be cautipous with our favorite game.
So, here you go. I hope you enjoy and see you soor, because there is a LOT to build!
So, I got tired of doing the alien thing. There are just so many that you can make before you want to nuke them all. Mostly because I hate, hate, hate CAS.
So, I’m back in Sunset Valley, redoing all of them. More CAS. Blecch!
Anyway, the first one I did lives in this house - renovated by my friend Tedhi as part of her SV renovation series. I did make a few changes - like adding some CC plants outside and inside giving him a music room, since he is in the music career. Plus, he got a nice Fresh Prince car.
And here he is! Christopher Steel himself! I don’t use sliders - since I hate CAS - but I did change out his skin to a custom one and gave him a new hair and some decent clothes. Usually, when I play him, I put him in the forensic CSI career, but this time, I decided to make him my town’s new orchestra conductor. I kind of based my choice on his bio, that he’s new in town and hoping to have a fresh start. So, in my world he was recruited from Bridgeport by the Crumplebottom sisters to bring a bit of culture to the unwashed masses here in SV.
This is another Tedhi renovation. I didn’t do a lot to this house, other than get rid of the gym equipment that was included with the lot. I like my sims to use my community lots, so I have a firm rule that if skill objects are available on a community lot, they have to use them and not have one of their own. The only exception I make is for writers and artists. But they still have to be at level 5 or above before I let them have one of their own. Oh! And I do let them all have a bookcase - part of my literacy program.
And here’s the young lady who lives here. All I did for her was give her a CC skin and hairdo, tone down her make-up, and debulk her muscle size. They’re still toned, but not so in-your-face bulky.
This is the eccentric doctor who lives in the trailer next door to her. He likes to take his “cat” - it’s supposed to be a skunk - for rides around town. He was recruited by Geoff Landgraab to work at the local hospital as a gene therapist. (He’s not exactly what they were expecting).
And you all know this house. Since I was in the mood, I decided to redo this lot myself. BTW, in the background you can see the trailer where my last sim lives. It was another Tedhi reno. I just added some eco-friendly CC to it.
Since this is supposed to be the poorest family in town, I pretty much gave them junk one might find while dumpster-diving. The furniture is mismatched and has seen better days. According to the father’s bio, he’s sort of gone downhill since his wife left him. So, when I took him into CAS, I changed one of his traits to “loser.” I also gave him and his two boys that Egyptian hidden trait. Anyway - since I like to give my sims a backstory, I decided that his wife left him after discovering that he got that French sim pregnant. Seems he went out with the guys after work one day, got plastered and had a one-night fling. His wife was not amused. Nor was his oldest, since he overheard his parents’ fight and blames his dad for his mom leaving. The youngest boy is still clueless as to why his mom left, but he’ll probably figure it out, since I aged up that French toddler and she is now his classmate. I love drama!
Anyway, I did take the family into CAS and gave them a dog. I was going to take a picture, but the boys kept disappearing and so I gave up. If I see them around town, I take one then, but again, all I did was give them custom skins and some decent clothes.
Fuji is going strong! Most of the basic structure of the town is done
I made what will be the "old town" with furure temple/shrine
No roads... I hope the stubborn , foot stomping pixel people are going to use those bridges even without a road. I don't think I've ever tried that before.
Do you know? Because now is the time to add one if it's needed.
Won't be a problem on the other side. What can I say? Having a port is a compulsion now.
And @aroundthesims made such a pretty CAW set for a port!
So what is left to do is the modern part of town. Do you guys have any ideas or suggestions about the place? Open to suggestions.
Today, going to try to complete my train tacks and try to install @potato-ballad-sims train on tracks
See you soon!
PS: I apologise if my writing is a but weird. Under pain treatment for wich I'm grateful, but it makes me a bit fuzzy in writing.
Love, love, love your port! Looks awesome, Manu!
A HUGE ‘thank you’ to all those brave individuals willing to serve and sacrifice themselves for my freedom. You are appreciated. God bless you all!
