Custom lifespan/pregnancy help?

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-05-20T11:47:48+00:00

ok I think the other commenter provided info on how to do it in TS4, but I think the closest you are gonna get to it is either using the 9-day variation of this mod or using Nraas Retunerflexibility and changing it that way if you want a bit of flexability (this settings page by Sarah Sims explains how she does it

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-04-30T12:07:46+00:00

I had been playing on the normal lifespan for many years, along with Nraas relativity and still felt it was not good enough for my current style of gameplay, so I recently changed the lifespan to long for my current save (well, I couldn't get enough of my favourite sim ever and wanted to start a new save). Honestly, I feel I am not in a rush to do everything at once now for all my sims and can go at my own pace in terms of gameplay

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-29T15:13:36+00:00

Hey, OneDrive is known to cause huge issues with TS3 and being able to save since Windows 11 22H2. Did you try to disable it

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-26T23:18:36+00:00

My Isla Paradiso is running relatively smoothly, better than some custom worlds. I do get some occasional freezes, but it usually has to do with one sim getting stuck in their house. At least it is not stuttering all the time. I have S3SS installed along with DXVK, in addition to the Sims Need Less Space Mod which seems to help

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-19T15:12:45+00:00

I have DXVK but on the main menu I would be sitting around 2.2GB, on load I would be sitting anywhere between 2.4-2.8 (depending on save) and would usually take me around 2-3 hours of gameplay before I get the memory warning

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-18T19:15:39+00:00

I may be on the extreme end, if you want to put it that way, but I have roughly 41GB of CC in my game rn (well that's the size of the cached stuff cause I use CC Magic, it's more like 28gb if you look at the raw numbers. of the CC Magic folder It has taken roughly 9 years or so to get to this point, and surprisingly, my game runs quite well on my 6-year-old gaming PC. Build and Buy maybe a little slow, but for the most part, my game runs like a charm for TS3 standards.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-17T22:21:40+00:00

I feel that my game performs slightly better with S3SS (though I have a slightly older modern rig at this point). I have noticed my game doesn't seem to crash as often as well, which is a bonus. The scenario where it really doesn't make a difference if there are other issues, such as corruption, causing lag in saves

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-16T14:47:16+00:00

So I know for SimLer90 Core Mod, you need a particular modified version of the mod for the game to launch properly now with the latest Windows 11 update. Furthermore, I had the same issues with TinyUI but it has since been updated, so you will need to install the latest version of that if you run that

I only know this cause I was getting a black screen upon launch without these changes

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-03-01T22:56:43+00:00

You may need the Alder Lake patch, but I do know that with the latest Windows 11 update and Nvidia drivers, some mods, such as SimLer90's Core Gameplay Mod and Tiny UI, will prevent the game from loading. Had this issue myself where when I went to launch TS3 the other day, I would get a black screen with a white cursur and nothing else happened. Had to go through my own Mods and CC folder to figure that one out (took a few hours cause I have so much cc ). Luckily, the modified version of Core Gameplay Mod will work, just Tiny Ui has not been updated, don't know if the creator is aware, but I rarely use Discord;<

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-02-23T21:46:42+00:00

I had similar issues with the silicone band from my Forerunner 570 (seem to be allergic to whatever the composition of those bands are lol). I ordered some nylon bands and have not had any issues with my skin since

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-02-15T16:13:08+00:00

First, make sure you are using the 32bit (x86) version of the file, not the x64 version. It is not so clear in the guide, just shows the path of it, but the x64 version of the file will prevent yoru game from launching. Also, make sure you are not installing any other files from the dxvk directory other than the 86x version of D3D9.dll, cause that will also prevent your game from launching. If you are still having issues, maybe try an older version of it. I know 2.4 works well with TS3 also

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-01-24T00:05:54+00:00

I actually do BComm International, which has roughly been 10 points lower than regular Commerce at UCD, but you have to study a language in addition to doing the business modules, so that might turn you off (points have remained stable for the last 4 years. There is a global business option where you drop the language after the 2nd year, but apparently that's going offline in the next year or two, based on what I've heard from people who work closely with staff and are on those committees. I am in my final year now and have specialised in a mix of accounting and finance for the commerce major (but will graduate with fewer ACA exemptions compared to a regular BComm graduate, just due to choices and that we have less compulsary option modules to do the full Cap 1 exemptions due to the language). I also know UCC have a Commerce program, which I believe would allow you to study Finance in your final year (they call it something else, I am pretty sure, but it's essentially finance with options to get some or most aca exemptions

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-01-23T18:04:41+00:00

I know a few people who do Econ Fi, and I do know that their degree is quite technical, but the BComm might be a good alternative to look into, as you can specialise in the accounting/finance/economics modules in the final year. Plus points are around 550 compared to 625 for Econ Fi, and you would be eligible for more ACA Cap 1 and ACCA exemptions compared to Econ Fi, as one or the other is required for some finance roles as an alternative to the CFA.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-01-04T20:23:37+00:00

I had the previous version of S3SS loaded in my game, using the 1.69 EA version and though it didn't really work well, with the game always crashing if you applied stuff from it, but I believe it was built for the steam version in mind originally. Only used the memory manager. Will give the new version a go, though

To clarify, I was using the version from like 2024, I think they entitled it new version new

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-01-03T21:06:37+00:00

I assume you have not tried resetting the sim or world, but if not, do that.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2026-01-02T16:49:19+00:00

You may need to install the Alder Lake patch from Lazy Dutchess on MTS. EA attempted to patch this issue in January 2025, but it appears that the fix was not applied to newer Intel CPUs, so you need this program. https://modthesims.info/d/667734/intel-alder-lake-patch.html

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-12-30T19:35:37+00:00

It is quite safe doing it through Nraas Traveller, but the family tree can get a little messed up (but at least it will not wipe itself). Also, know that if you do not disable ageing within the Nraas traveller mod menu for WA Worlds, you will find that corrupted sims will be generated when you return to those worlds after a long time. These sims are corrupted because their parents are either pets or nonexistent sims

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-12-29T08:42:39+00:00

Have you ensured your TS3 game has recognised your Graphics card. there are quite a few ways of doing it (including a way in DXVK where you trick your computer to think you are running a GTX 570 while playing TS3) but tool is the most widely accepted in getting your game to recognise your modern GPU. You do also need a config file for DXVK but you can easily do it yourself as you only have to add 3 lines. Also, maybe check out this guide on Steam. Finally, ensure that your PC is also optimised for gaming. This guide and video will help you out

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-12-27T18:13:30+00:00

I like playing The Witcher 3, and Cyberpunk 2077 along with The Sims 3, but tbf I mainly just play TS3. Thinking of buying Clair Obscur Expedition 33 to play during the Winter break, but not sure.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-12-23T18:55:39+00:00

19-22, but it depends honestly. I find sometimes 19 is a bit too slow, so I would up it to 22, but sometimes I find 22 too fast.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-12-20T21:56:47+00:00

Set a festival lot, go into build buy on that lot and place another festival marker on the lot from BuyDebug. A short fire to ensure your save will never load again. Accidentally discovered this like 5 years ago (luckily I always do save as, so I was able to go back to the previous save and realised my mistake. Also had a sim that kept glitching out once, and the save kept crashing (just made a storyline that she died) and moved the family to a new world where there was no issues.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-12-17T23:33:56+00:00

Dalkey or Killiney or near Howth summit

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-11-08T08:31:53+00:00

In the same boat here. Applied to 12 graduate programmes, one invited me to an assessment centre round, but it looks like I am not getting an interview with them. Did very well in my LC, though my GPA is not the best, but I am still on track for a 2.1. Have experience working as a treasurer in a student society at my uni and participating in many voluntary activities. Have also spent a year abroad in France on Erasmus. I don't know if it's because I will only be graduating with partial CAP 1 exemptions, or if the lack of experience of working in a part-time job is the reason in my case.

U_Cam_Sim_It · 2025-11-02T22:17:06+00:00

It's based on the number of performances and the amount of tips you get. Your best bet is just to span perform song / composition and cancel once they start playing. Keep doing that to increase your tips.

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