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Small Update on Phone Call Overhaul
KawaiiStacie has recently updated her Slice Of Life mod. It seems to be a complete rework, and the compatibility packages for Phone Call Overhaulare no longer needed. I’ll keep an eye out in case I need to add them again, but for now I have removed them from the mod.Please remove the packages from your mods folder too in case you were using them.Thanks!
Mod Update - 05/07/21
Phone Call Overhaul- You’ll no longer receive calls from sims with any negative sentiment towards your sim;- The Slice of Life packages are now up to date with the mod.Sim Spawn Overhaul• smarterwalkbys (both versions) and walkbysims-localonly- The March patch added a new walkby situation for sims with the Bookworm trait (they spawn carrying a book). I updated the mod to include this and might do some tweaks to it in the future, like having the sims find a place to sit down and actually read the book.Small Mods Compilation- Added No Rain Du...
Mod Update - Patch 1.73.48.1030
All other mods not listed here should be fine.I started a process of moving all my multi-package mods into zip files, but instead of doing it all at once I'll do it as I update them, to avoid overwhelming you guys. Both the mods in this update were affected by this change, so you'll be downloading a single zip file now with all the packages inside.Bust The Dust Overhaul• Faster Vacuum, Less Autonomyand No Audio/No Dust Bunny/No Filth Fiend- Tuning updated for the patch.Run, Don’t Jog!- Tuning updated for the patch.
Mod Update 04/19/21
While working on something entirely different, I stumbled upon a much cleaner way of doing my Vampire Invasion Fix. The fix is no longer included in Sim Spawn Overhaul, so please download the separate version from my Bug Fixes Compilation if you’re interested.Bug Fixes Compilation• Vampire Invasion Fix- Reworked the mod so it’s now much smaller and easier to maintain/update.Sim Spawn Overhaul• smarterwalkbys and smarterwalkbys-pets- No longer include the fix to vampire invasions.Small Mods Compilation- Added No Holiday Reactions.
Mod Update - 04/06/2021
Better Reactions• Better Motive Reactions- I made some changes to the mod and split into different flavors. If you already had the mod, please check the main post — you’ll need to delete the old file and download one of the new flavors.Influential- Added Simplified Chinese translation (thanks to Monica!)- Added Spanish translation (thanks to ChocoSulSul!)Waste Manager Rework- Added Simplified Chinese translation (thanks to Monica!)
Mod Update - 03/30/21
Better Reactions• Better Mood Reactions- Made some changes to the nowalkstyles version of the mod to be more up to date with Scarlet’s mod (which is now being updated by MizoreYukii).Bust The Dust Overhaul- Added a new optional module: Less Autonomy. You can find a detailed description on the main post.Waste Manager Rework- I noticed an issue where the Garbage Collector NPC could get stuck in a loop trying to empty the same garbage can over and over. This should no longer happen.
Mod Update - Patch 1.72.28.1030
Bug Fixes Compilation• Warn About Bed Ghost Fix- Maxis fixed this issue with the patch, so it is now obsolete! You can remove it from your mods folder.Bust The Dust Overhaul• slowerdust- With this patch, Maxis reduced the dust accumulation rate to a number that’s virtually the same as my mod. This package is pretty much redundant now, so I’m removing it - feel free to delete it from your mods folder.Run, Don’t Jog!- Updated tuning for the patch.
Mod Update - 03/17/21
Better Reactions• Better Environment Reactions- Added Tiny Living tiny home reactions to the mod. This also fixes an oversight by Maxis which allows toddlers (and possibly pets) to react when they shouldn’t.Bug Fixes Compilation- Added Tiny Home Reaction Fix.
Mod Update - 03/08/21
Better Reactions• Better Environment Reactions- Made some additional changes to the Bust The Dust kit animations.- Pets should no longer play the animations. If you've seen what that looks like, I am so sorry.Small Mods Compilation• No Clean Floor Sparkle- Moved to the new Bust The Dust Overhaul mod.
BUST THE DUST OVERHAUL
Yet again, Maxis completely butchered a concept I’ve always wanted to see done. I played with the new Bust The Dust kit over the last week and tried to salvage as much as I could from the clunky gameplay and annoying features.This mod has multiple packages to choose from, read the descriptions below before downloading.This mod requires the Bust The Dust kit.DESCRIPTIONSBetter AnimationsBy default, sims will react to the dust level in the environment everytime they change floors. This means they will always stop after going up/downstairs to re...
Mod Update - 03/03/21
Better Thermostat Reactions, Better Mood Reactions and Better Motive Reactions no longer each have their own post.You can now find them at Better Reactions, along with the new Better Environment Reactions mod.Small Mods Compilation- Added No Clean Floor Sparkles- Added No Autonomous Set Laundry Down• Repair Tweaks- Added some missing code from previous patches.
BETTER REACTIONS
Have you ever noticed how bland your sims look when they’re walking from one point to another? And how they will only display emotion and react to the world around them when standing still?This is a compilation of mods that attempt to fix that by changing various animations to be played when sims are routing instead of only when they’re standing still.It’s important to note that some animations may look slightly weird, because they weren’t made to work like this. Still, they look much more dynamic and realistic if you can ignore the occ...
Mod Update - 02/26/21
Patch 1.71.86.1020 was a small patch, and so far all of my mods seem to be working fine with it. I might have missed something, so let me know if you find any issues!Bug Fixes Compilation- Added Cheer Up Parent Fix.Influential- Added French translation (thanks to Rébecca J.!)Madam Simovar - The Potion Seller- Added a proper animation for Madam Simovar giving your sim the potion they bought;- If there's a cauldron on the lot, Madam Simovar will now autonomously experiment on it.- Added French translation (thanks to Rébecca J.!)Sim Spawn Ov...
Small Announcement on the Influential Mod
The Influential mod that was on early access has been released to the public just now. With the public release, I also made a small update to add a new interaction (Take Pregnancy Test) and fix a few issues.If you're a patron and had downloaded the mod on early access, please download it again.
INFLUENTIAL
❗ Requires the latest version of theXML Injector as well as the Eco Lifestyle pack! ❗This mod introduces a number of interactions you can use to influence other sims’ actions, at the cost ofInfluence Points (from Eco Lifestyle).Interactions range from low tier/low-cost (like using the bathroom) to high tier/ high-cost (like fighting someone).In order to unlock higher tier interactions, your sims will need a higher level in the Charisma skill.TRANSLATIONFor now, the mod’s available in the following languages:- Portuguese and English (don...
Mod Update - 05/02/21
Small Mods Compilation• No Spoiling Fizzy Drinks and Water- Because of an oversight, fizzy drink packs and boxes were still spoiling when they shouldn’t. This is now fixed.
Mod Update - 01/28/21
Better Mood Reactions- Adding the new Scared mood to the mod created issues in some people’s games. I haven’t been able to track what’s causing this yet, so for now I’m rolling back the mod, meaning the Scared mood will no longer be affected.This might be temporary or permanent, depending on whether or not I’m able to fix whatever’s causing the issue. Sorry for the inconvenience.Bug Fixes Compilation• Interaction Fame Fix- Added the new Haunted House lot type to the fix so sims won’t gain fame when doing the interactions in a ...
Mod Update - Patch 1.70.84.1020
Better Mood Reactions- The mod is now compatible with the new Scared mood 👻;- Cats and dogs would sometimes try to play the animations. This should no longer happen.Better Motive Reactions- Cats and dogs would sometimes try to play the animations. This should no longer happen.Bug Fixes Compilation- Added Go To Work Interaction Fix.Intense Fires- Being Scared now increases the chance of causing a fire in certain interactions (like cooking);- I renamed the files to be more in line with my other mods. If you had the mod already, please delete t...
Mod Update - 01/06/21
First mod update of the year!Bug Fixes Compilation- Added Empty Outdoor Trash FixMadam Simovar - The Potion Seller- Added Spanish translation (thanks to JeyStiv!)- Added Italian translation (thanks to zomboide!)- Added Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese translation (thanks to CiwayWong!)Sit to Eat and Drink- Toddlers should no longer look for a place to sit when told to eat a meal by themselves. You can still direct them to a seat, but they won’t search for one autonomously. High chair functionality remains the same.
Happy New Year!
It’s been a mess these last few weeks, but I wanted to hop in here real quick to wish everyone a happy new year!Last year wasn’t easy for anyone, but all the love and support I got from you guys was definitely a positive, and I can’t thank you enough. Feels great to create something you love — even better to know other people love it too.Thank you to all my followers, all the people who reblog, like, share, message and a special thanks to all my patrons ♥Let’s take all the positives from 2020 and bring them tenfold into 2021.
Mod Update - 12/23/20
Small Mods Compilation- Added Swimwear Shower on Pools• Less/No Slipping- Added an option to reduce/remove slipping on Mt. Komorebi's icy ground.
MADAM SIMOVAR - THE POTION SELLER
This mod requires the Realm of Magic game pack.Introducing Madam Simovar, a new NPC that allows your non-spellcaster sims to get access to alchemy potions — as long as they have the money.I won’t spoil the mod too much; everything is intuitive and I want you guys to really explore the interactions and dialogs that I wrote. In this post I'll only give you the basics on how to start using the mod.There are two main ways to contact Madam Simovar:HOME SERVICEIn your sims’ phones under the Hire Services menu, you’ll find a new option: Ma...
Mod Update - 12/16/20
Sim Spawn Overhaul• servicesims-homelessonly- Restaurant workers (waiters, hosts and chefs) should now always be homeless sims.• smarterwalkbys-pets- I made some tweaks to try and reduce the amount of strays that spawn in the world at the same time, but there seems to be something else going on which could be save-related. If you’re getting an annoying amount of strays spawning in your world, I suggest using the smarterwalkbys version instead, which doesn’t add strays to other worlds. Unfortunately that seems to be the only solution for...
Mod Update - 12/08/20
Small Mods Compilation- Added Collect Dishes and Trash Faster- Added No Smells Good Reaction- Added No Spoiling Fizzy Drinks and Water- Added Walk FasterWaste Manager Rework- The NPC should spend less time in the lot after emptying your trashcans. Ideally they should go home immediately, but I can’t guarantee that will always happen.- The NPC should no longer spawn in the wrong time of day.
Mod Update - Patch 1.69.57.1020
These seem to be the only two mods that needed major updating:• Run, Don’t Jog• Phone Call OverhaulAll other mods should be compatible, but I'll update you guys if I find anything.
Mod Update - 11/24/20
Small Mods CompilationI compiled some of my mods that were too small to have their own dedicated post. They are:-Less or No Slipping- No Call-to-Actions- No Shoe Sign Animation- No Yelling VendorsI have also added fournew mods to this compilation:- Eat and Drink Faster- Harvestfest Gnome Tweak- High Speed Internet Focused Buff- Repair TweaksYou can still use them all separately, I just put them together for ease of access. If you had any of the old mods already, you do not need to download them again.And make sure to check out the new mods!Bug ...
SMALL MODS COMPILATION
Some of my mods are way too small to have an entire post dedicated to them, so I decided to join them in a single post with a single zip file so you guys can find them and download them more easily.INSTALLATIONExtract the zip. Inside, you will find a folder for each mod, with one or more corresponding packages. Take the packages you want from inside the folders and paste them in your Mods folder.DESCRIPTIONS• Collect Dishes and Trash FasterThis is based on a mod by coolspear with some tweaks. It increases the distance sims can be from a dish ...
Mod Update - 11/16/20
Phone Call Overhaul- The mod now considers vacations in non-destination worlds for the purposes of blocking phone calls.Waste Manager Rework- At some point in the last few patches, the mod partially broke. I rewrote it so it should work more consistently now.
Small Update
I just changed the downloading method for Purple Skies. If you already have the mod, you don’t need to download it again.Nothing changed in the files, all I did was separate the mod into folders so people won’t need to download the entire mod again when it updates, or download files for packs they don’t even own.
Mod Update - 11/13/20
Bug Fixes Compilation- Added Green Gardening Civic Policy Fix.Brighter Foundations- The last patch broke this mod. It should work again now.Harder Career Progression- I made the decision to remove the blocked actions flavor from the mod. After the last patch, every tuning used in it was changed (and believe me, it's a lot of code). It would take me way too long to update the mod with every patch, so I decided to remove it for now.I really liked the idea, but it just wasn't worth the trouble (and possible carpal tunnel development on you...
