The Sims 2

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The Sims 2 Exchange Patch

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Creator: EA / Maxis
Source: TheSims2.com

This patch fixes the “Error Code 5″ message that users receive when attempting to upload content to the Exchange. Will work with all versions and expansions of the game.

To install the patch:

1. Download the patch to your desktop
2. Make sure you are not running the game
3. Double-click the .exe file. You will see a black window appear briefly. When it disappears, the patch is now installed.

The Sims 2 CD / DVD Patch

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Creator: EA / Maxis
Source: TheSims2.com

Complete list of changes:

• This patch addresses some issues with uploading lots and exporting lots.
• Fix to prevent accidental deletion of game data files.
• Added support for Hungarian languages.
• Fixed Custom Content Browser support for Asian territories.
• Fixed bugs related to downloadable objects.
• Re-enables the in-game browser for Asian territories (was disabled in the previous patch).
• Fixes “the jump bug” causing Sims with a large number of memories to reset, or “jump,” when performing interactions.
• Visitors will no longer kidnap a baby or toddler by leaving the lot while carrying them.
• Sims can now plan outfits for toddlers by using the changing table.
• Fixes a crash that would occur when viewing snapshots while simultaneously deleting pictures.
• Prevents pixelization from showing through walls when the Sim is behind the wall.
• A Sim whose fiancé dies can now become engaged again.
• Maids can now clean up pizza boxes and baby bottles.
• Fixes problems with the grim reaper and social worker that would disable save UI.
• The plumbbob will no longer appear in an NPCs chest when they marry into a Sim’s family.
• Sims no longer get stuck on community lots when a Sim autonomously chooses to leave in the same car that they arrived in.
• Stargazing on the ground no longer satisfies the “Stargaze with Telescope” want.
• Fixes a problem with Sims’ jobs not functioning properly when 3 or more Sims go to work in a helicopter.
• Babies now age transition properly when the Help With Birthday interaction is cancelled.
• Fixes the extremely rare problem where the UI would become disabled when an elder dies of old age.
• Fixes a problem where small objects (mostly toys) could be deleted when a Sim interacts with other nearby objects.
• The custom content browser no longer closes when an active link is double-clicked.
• Fixes the problem where coffee cups would occasionally be deleted when an interaction is cancelled.
• An adopted baby no longer snaps to the ground when the social worker that deliver it puts it in a crib.
• Sims now take a copy of all clothing in the family’s inventory when they move out.
• Fixes a couple of cases of buy/build mode becoming disabled when the social worker arrives on the lot.
• Fixes the problem where the teddy bear would occasionally float after being put down.
• Teens no longer get the unsatisfiable “Write a Novel” want.
• Fixes a problem with the newspaper delivery person getting stuck on lots containing a high number of objects.

System/Config issues:

• Users with limited user accounts can now run the game.
• Improved performance with Radeon X800 cards. Users continuing to experiencing problems should update to the 4.10 driver.
• The game no longer affects a user’s modem settings when connecting to the internet via the modem.
• Fixes a problem with default collections not being available when user data is regenerated.
• Neighborhood decoration alleys no longer get inappropriately covered in snow.
• The Sleek and Secure fence model now appears complete in all states
• The Elegant Rails railing no longer clips through the post when placed diagonally.
• The Butler no longer calls the fire department if there is a fire outside during a thunder storm.
• A friend that was brought home from work after certain hobby chance cards will only be brought home once instead of every day.
• Being friends with the iconic hobbyist corresponding to the Show Biz, Athletic, Natural Science or Gaming career now reduces the friend requirement for promotions by two instead of one.
• Elders no longer receive Lifetime Wants to reach the top of any career.
• Social Groups now generate significantly less NPCs
• “Super Savory” Snack Machine by Chewie-Louie Factory and “Kooler Than Ice” Soda Machine by Freezer Time Industries both now have the ‘Show item’ interaction to customers when they are marked for sale with The Sims 2 Open for Business installed.
• Bills will now autonomously be brought into Sim’s apartments.
• Cats can now scratch Serenity by Kai Dai and Globulous Wonder by Anne Nuit sculptures.
• Cats and dogs can now chew and scratch Industrious Divinity Dining Chair, Heavy Metal Chair by You Got Muscle and Eloquent Divinity Dining Chairs.
• Pets can no longer destroy the following objects that are out of their reach: Vim’s Ventilation Small Wall Vent, Vim’s Ventilation Large Wall Vent, Transversal by Joi Structure, and Vim’s Ventilation Wall Section with Elbow.
• Error no longer occurs when a Plant Sim attempts to clean Olde Tyme Toilette and Little Footprint Toilet by Sleek Sensations.
• Sims will now finish eating gyros.
• SuperTower, Hey Hey It’s the Monkey Bars and SlidenFraude (from Go Play!) can now be repossessed by the Repo man.
• Single servings of salmon no longer display flashing blue textures.
• Witches no longer have the option to use ‘Materialize’ spell in other vacant or occupied hotel rooms.
• The option to ‘greet’ an invited Sim is now available before they ring the doorbell.
• Rugs on foundations now disappear correctly when burnt
• ‘Try for Baby’ interaction is no longer available on walk-in closets when the household has reached the family member limit.
• Neighbors are no longer cloned when resurrected while their old apartment is still vacant.
• Neighborhood Nanny will no longer be considered a nanny if he/she joins the Sims’ family.
• The fire fighter no longer automatically arrives if there is a fire outside during a thunder storm
• Pregnant Sims will now leave a neighbor’s apartment before having a baby.
• Genie lamp can now be picked up in Buy Mode on apartments.
• Closet ‘Woohoo’ animation will now fail properly if one partner is occupied with another activity such as reading a book
• Child Sims’ interactions are now available after joining another Sim on playground equipment.
• ‘Study topics’ no longer autonomously cancels unless Sims’ hunger or bladder motives are low.
• Dynasty Dresser 2 now has design modes available with The Sims 2 Apartment Life installed.
• “You Got Feets Bathtub” value is now consistent with other tubs in its class.
• ‘Write Restaurant Guide’ option is now available on computers in apartment lots.
• Neighborhood Decoration Building (Tall Circular version) thumbnail now matches the building being placed.
• Various objects from previous Expansion and Stuff packs can now be placed on shelves with the Sims 2 Apartment Life installed:
• ‘Dream Date’ reward objects can now be picked up in Buy mode on Apartment lots.
• Error no longer occurs when a Sim tries to ‘Get Mail’ on an apartment mailbox with a Date Coupon inside.
• Reward objects can now be picked up in Buy mode on Apartment lots.
• Stepping stool is now visible when a child Sim ‘Stargazes’ through a telescope.
• The Butler will now remain in the apartment with a toddler until his/her parents return home.
• Endless Winding Staircase no longer blocks other spiral stairs from being built directly above the first one placed.
• Elder Sims now have the option to ‘watch’ TV while lounging in a couch.
• Cooking skill no longer goes down once a family is moved onto the same apartment lot as another Sim.

The Sims 2 Deluxe SecuROM Uninstall Tool

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Creator: EA / Maxis
Source: TheSims2.com

Some community members who have uninstalled The Sims 2 or The Sims Stories games from their PC’s have expressed concern about some files and folders relating to the SecuROM copy protection system that are not deleted along with the rest of the The Sims 2 or The Sims Stories game data. In response to this concern, Sony DADC has provided our customers with a utility that will remove these files and folders.