Game Help:TS2 Base Game CD Patch Note

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.