CEO of Don Lothario

Hello, The Sims lovers! Recently, you probably caught @morepopcorn update about the FAME PACK mod, which is going to bring back some cool features from the Sims Superstar EP (and not only!) 🤩

I can't express how excited I am to bring brand-new animations to these iconic objects and finally see them in action inside the game. I wanted to share a sneak peek of the WIP process with you! These clips come from the Recording Studio and showcase both the successful and failed versions of doing jingles and handling rejection.

🔧Guys, this is a big one !

Have you ever wanted some utilities to make your houses look more realistic? Well, I really did, so I converted SIXAM's Home Improvements set; it's 49 objects in total! 🛠️ You'll have lots of things to decorate your basements, garages, bathrooms or backyards. I tried to make as many objects functional as I could, and kept a deco version too, so you can pick and choose.

This was a massive undertaking, took me MONTHS, but I'm glad I did it, and boy am I glad to be done with it too 😅

You can find the original Sims 4 set here, by SIXAMcc. A collection file is included in the download for convenience. It’s also low poly and basegame compatible. Also lots of credits !!

Full object list and extra previews are waiting under the cut ↓

To be exact, the teasing was broken with Nightlife. It never worked anymore after as the error they introduced was never caught in any patch after that.

A while ago I have released a mod that fixes this as well as issues with the Congratulate interaction where Sims could congratulate each other on bad memories. Here’s the link. Look for “Stupid Congrats and Tease Begone!” :)

For anyone wondering what went wrong: Firstly, Maxis changed the Guardian BHAV in a way where the game would never recognise a memory to be negative because the wrong Temp value got checked.

And secondly, they also reworked a large table with all sorts of constants for each social interaction, likely switched some places around and accidentally gave Tease the “Kiss of the Vampire” values, which of course are all wrong (e.g. leading to Teasing increasing the Attraction Score, or unintentionally locking the interaction from children).

Functional Butterfly (& Firefly) Habitat + Caterpillar Incubator

I fell in love with these 4t2 conversions by @tvickiesims at first sight and just had to make functional versions.

When your sim manages to catch butterflies or fireflies, they can be moved from the jar to this habitat. Insects housed in the habitat will stay alive; if the habitat is outdoors, they will hibernate if the temperature drops below freezing.

Each habitat can house 3 batches of butterflies and 3 batches of fireflies, counted separately. You can make space for new batches by releasing the insects from the habitat.

The caterpillar incubator provides an alternate way to get butterflies. Stocking the incubator costs §18, after which you can watch the caterpillars evolve into adult butterflies over the following days.

Be cautious about leaving adult butterflies in the incubator, as they won't survive there forever. The butterflies can be either moved to a habitat or released into the wild.

If an incubator is outdoors and the temperature drops below freezing, the metamorphosis will stop progressing, unless it's already finished, in which case the adult butterflies will die.

Sims can view occupied incubators and habitats, autonomously too. Cats might find them interesting as well. About everything gives nature enthusiasm, and all interactions are available children up.

🦋 Download (SFS) (alternate)

The files are compressed. Requires Pets and Seasons. The incubator won't work if you don't have the habitat in your downloads as well.

The habitat is a global mod that includes overrides for the bug jar and will conflict with other mods that alter the same resources, so please run HCDU. These can be used alongside Vickie's original conversions.

Known conflicts: - Cleaning autonomy tweaks by @ashtonlc3. The habitat will only work if it loads after the autonomy tweaks.

(Alright it's an index, I just had to)

Made it for myself, I might as well share. If there's something I've missed please let me know. This list is being updated, Tumblr is being a pain and updates won't show up on re-blogs. Visit the original post to view the most current version. Mirror: Dreamwidth.

CC:

By Type:

Sims 2 - Object Default Database [Discontinued - DW].

Sims 2 - Object Default Database [Active - Spreadsheet].

Sims 2 - [CAS] Default Database.

Sims 2 - Hair Database.

Sims 2 - CC: Afro Hairstyles.

Sims 2 - Shoes Database.

Sims 2 - EA Store Items 2016.

Sims 2 - The Maxis Match Repository Project [CAS] [Pinterest Ver.]

Sims 2 - Repository Finds [CAS&Objects] [sorted into categories].

Sims 2 - Functional Finds [Sorted by function].

Resource list: Clutter and decorative items [massive index at GoS].

Sims 2 - Wall Hanging Decor Recolors Database [New!].

Sims 2 - Lot Database [Maxis ones emptied out].

Sims 2 - Lot Makeover Database [of Maxis Lots] [Note the Uploading Tutorial].

SkyBox/Horizons/Skylines Database.

Maxis Career Conversions TS1+3+4 to TS2 [Sorted by Game&EP - Under Downloads].

Fractured Moonlight's Stone Super Set Database [Creator Unknown, let me know if you know].

By Theme:

List of Maxis Lost & Found Objects Converted into Usable Items.

Stories to Sims 2 Conversion Database. [DW Backup]

TS1 to TS2 Conversion/Recreation Database.

TS1 to TS2 Catalog Conversions [Active, Includes OG Object Descriptions].

TS3 to TS2 Conversion Database [DW Backup].

TS3 to TS2 Traits Project Mod Tracking Sheet [Blog Ver.]

TS4 to TS2 CAS Conversion Archive [EA].

TS4 to TS2 CC Clothing Conversion Database [Custom - ts4 only?].

TS4 to TS2 Build/Buy Conversion Database [EA].

TS4 to TS2 CC Build & Buy Database [Custom].

The Sims spin-off games to the PC TS2 [&3+4].

TSM-to-TS2 Conversion Database [DW Backup].

Sims 2 Historical Finds [CAS&Objects] [Sorted by Era/Period].

Historical Sims 2 Wiki [New!].

Grunge Masterlist Project 2025.

List of Asian Sims 2 Sites With Working Downloads [As of 2017?].

CC Archives:

Sim Archive Project, at The Internet Archive [Introduction Post].

Sims Cave.

Sims Graveyard.

Simblr.cc - Dead-Site Repository.

Liquid Sims - Community Archives.

The Booty, at PSMBD.

Sims 2 Packrat, on Tumblr [Watch out for the recent SFS Hacking problem].

Ekrubynaffit (a.k.a bestbuild4sims) has re-uploaded a lot of archives of defunct creators. Albums with DL on her pinterest. Mainly build and buy mode, thanks a lot!

Resources:

CEP-Extras List, Huge Lunatic at Sims 2 Artists.

The Sims 2 Tutorials Database [Active] (Really needs a backup outside of Tumblr).

Several Lists of Maxis Resources for Modding,Pick'n'Mix Mods, own website, under Notes.

Sims 2 GUID Database Revival (Yes I'm shamelessly promoting it).

Sims 2 Trait GUID Database, by FireFlower.

Sims 2 Painting Sizes Database.

List of all Color Actions, With DL, ZeroDark/Graphic at GoS.

List of all WSO Actions, by Blue Heaven Sims, under Resources.

List of Hacks & Mods That Use Tokens, Bulbizarre at MTS.

Giant List of Simlish Fonts - Collect ‘Em All!, by franzillasims.

Masterlists of Recolouring Templates; MTS [+Cloning] | Hafiseazle | ZreoDark [not a list but a tag].

Index of Effects Names & Definitions [+ Guide], by AmmarAskar at GitHub.

Update notes are under the cut:

[ENG] I made a doc file explaining how I make my cc hair, from modeling to adding to the game, its a bit rushed but I cover most of the important things.

[PTBR] Fiz um doc explicando como eu faço meus cabelos, de modelagem até adicionando no jogo, meio corrido mas cobre a parte importante.

hello everyone! i'm very excited to share this! i bring you some food clutter from sulainey, but functional (ㅅ´ ˘ `), meaning you can buy and stock on fridges! also, you can sell them in your grocery shops (..◜ᴗ◝..) it was thanks to belladovah for the inspiration and deedee's tutorial that i was able to do this ⁠♡ hope you like it and enjoy! i will be making more in the future ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡  i tested it, but let me know if you have any issues ♡︎

simfileshare / mediafire

So, I assume most of you don't know, but there is a bit of drama inside the Paralives community. It's funny because this whole thing is revolving around The Sims 3.

TwistedMexi made his first paywalled "early access" mod called Sims 3 Camera, and I've been working on the same thing as he was. 1. Let's get the "clone" allegation out of the way first.

(Source: TwistedMexi's discord server)

TwistedMexi is accusing me of cloning his mod, but let’s look at the facts. Thankfully, I always use GitHub, so the commit dates are there to prove it.

(2026-05-26 22:27:02 +0200) is a timestamp of the first commit with hash d82ddd909e06833b0f8d5d439ad602d04a4f3e08

(2026-05-27T19:57:44.000+00:00) is a timestamp of the publication date of his Patreon post.

Honestly, I didn't know I could see the future, but ok.

2. The second thing I want to address is that currently there are a lot of awful comments directed at Tmex. PLEASE do not harass other creators.

3. Regarding early access and paywalls: My mods are developed in my spare time as a passion project. I believe in keeping my work accessible to everyone, which is why all of my content will remain completely free, forever. I believe the community should play a role in maintaining projects if the original creator steps away, which is why I always share the source code for my projects Free mods are a pillar of a healthy community, whereas paywalls only lead to gatekeeping and unnecessary drama. My hope is that more creators choose to release their mods in a way that prioritizes community growth and shared resources.

A reblog would be greatly appreciated to help spread this message.

Thanks for reading,

xoxo, Arro Ps. If you want to see a broader discussion on this topic, I recommend this Reddit post that goes way more in-depth than I do. It's a good read.

Do you use the NRaas mods? Has the information on the NRaas website and forum ever been useful to you? If so, a moment of your time please!

I’d like to share the current situation with Simblr – which you can also read about directly from the site owner here: https://www.nraas.net/community/topic15428

While it seemed like we were entering an era of old-internet revival and indie websites in the fight against the dead-internet, a significant road block has emerged. Prices have inflated drastically for server parts, memory, storage, and server-hosting itself. This puts all non-profit online communities in peril.

As a result, the site owner has opened a Patreon so that the community can help cover the costs of keeping us online.

Important clarification:

The NRaas mods are NEVER going to be paywalled. The project will remain open-source and free for everyone. Donations are optional.

These mods are still in active development! The site and mods have been maintained by Chain_Reaction since Twallan's retirement, providing countless updates and support. Lots of cool stuff over there if you haven't updated in a hot minute.

There is no pressure to donate if your situation does not allow for it. Thank you for the consideration!

Long post ahead with information on the situation and some incentives for reaching membership goals.

Hi everyone!

The NRaas site is going to be unavailable for the next 10 days or so as we migrate to a new server - thanks to the incredible support!

The notice about this on the site will also go down in a few more hours, so hopefully you'll see this or the MTS post to reassure that we haven't fallen off the face of the earth.

Sadly, we have reached the 1910s.

What should have been a joyful time for the Thompson family instead became a wound that would never fully heal. As the new decade began, Europe was moving toward a conflict that would change millions of lives. Few truly understood what they were fighting for, but a growing sense of nationalism, encouraged by the British government, led thousands of men to enlist. In 1914, Britain officially entered the war and began sending wave after wave of soldiers, along with volunteer nurses, to the trenches.

Among them were members of the Campbell family, neighbors of the Thompsons. Edward II had recently become engaged to Anne Margarethe and, before leaving for the front, brought his fiancée to live with his family. Since she was expecting a child, she would remain under the care of Edward's sisters throughout her pregnancy. Soon, the family's third generation would be born.

Elizabeth Anne was among those who volunteered. Driven by love and concern for her older brother, she chose to accompany him as a nurse. She had the necessary training and believed she could help those suffering on the battlefield.

But fate proved cruel. The young woman who went to care for others ultimately became one of the war's many victims. Amid the hardship and devastation of the trenches, Elizabeth lost her life.

Her death left a deep mark on everyone who knew her. Elizabeth was a devoted daughter who taught her younger sisters sewing, cooking, and the values of her faith. For many years, she cared for her parents with kindness and dedication. Yet she was never content to accept the limitations placed on women of her time. She supported the suffrage movement and believed women deserved a voice and a place in society.

Her life was cut short far too soon, but her memory lived on in the hearts of those who loved her.

Here lies Elizabeth Anne Thompson 1886–1914

https://simfileshare.net/folders/189789/

HERE are all the backups I have from GOS. Quite a few, but not all, monthly themes are archived. Wayback machine is no help.

and I KNOW that's not the truth because I was in the chat when people started basically trying to figure out how to get the database from HL. Basically I got told by GOS alum and the like to keep my mouth shut about the whole 'being right about it' thing so we didn't piss Lunie off.

That's when the idea was floated to just put HL back in control but taking away all of the hosting responsibilities. Which would have been FINE if he would have asked for that before.

But now I have to sit here and watch "official" channels go "Oh well actually he never planned on just letting GOS die. He was just... you know, frustrated."

I basically got railroaded in a discord call brainstorming what to do basically being told "Shut up, don't pissy Lunie off so he'll give us the files if he has them, then maybe we just put him back in charge."

I guess I was left out of whatever group chat was used to make the decision that we were all going to pretend that this was The Plan all along when it absolutely the fuck was not.

HL wasn't going to fix shit. What's happening now wasn't "bad communication" it's that people with vested interest in the community were trying to secure the database and I wasn't going to say ANYTHING because I want GOS to go back up but at the same time the entire situation has put a bad taste in my mouth because these are a lot of the same people that I've seen eviscerate other community members for much less.