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The Sims 2 DVD Patch


Instructions: Save the file to disk and then run it to install the patch.
Please make sure you have your game CD's available during patch installation.

Download The Sims 2 DVD Patch
(Note: This patch is compatible for all languages)


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 fiance 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.
 
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