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Atmospheric Sims 4: 15+ Moody Presets for GShade and ReShade

We've done preset collections before, but they mostly featured warm, vibrant tones. Yet many players love their Sims dark and brooding. So we're making amends with this extensive list of muted, shadowy, and cold presets for GShade and ReShade. Perfect for emotionally heavy storylines or players who just prefer melancholy visuals.

The Sims tips | 9492 | 14.05.2025

Finding Broken Sims Mods: The Mod List Checker

Tired of manually checking every mod after game updates? Want to quickly identify broken, outdated, or updated mods? This article introduces a handy tool for automatically checking their status.

The Sims tips | 13335 | 06.05.2025

How to Make Beautiful Sims Family Tree

Creating a family tree – a truly creative process. In this article, we’ll share design secrets: from choosing a harmonious color palette to eye-catching details that will make your tree truly unique. Get inspired, experiment, and let your imagination run wild – your story deserves a beautiful representation!

Inspiration | 14007 | 02.05.2025

Favorite Realism Mods for The Sims 4

If you're looking to add small but memorable details to The Sims 4, the mods in this collection are just what you need. These little touches bring the game to life, making everyday gameplay more engaging. They blend seamlessly with other add-ons and help create more realistic – or just plain fun – moments worth remembering.

Inspiration | 12369 | 19.04.2025

TheSimsTree April UPDATE

A new feature just dropped on TheSimsTree! Add your Sim’s cooking, fitness, or even mischief level - now you can set it right inside the character card with handy sliders!

Dynasties | 24808 | 16.04.2025

No Motherlode Needed: 12 Unique Business Ideas for Your Sims Game

The Sims 4 is full of opportunities for creative entrepreneur sims, and sometimes business ideas can be the most unexpected. Why not host a honey tasting event, open a strawberry field, or organize speed dating for lonely sims? This collection features inspiring and atmospheric ideas that will not only diversify your gameplay but also provide plenty of opportunities for beautiful screenshots. Choose what speaks to you and build your dream business!

Inspiration | 11592 | 14.04.2025

SRWE or AI? Best Ways to Upscale Sims 4 Screenshots

Are you also tired of seeing social media mercilessly crush your The Sims 4 screenshots? We’ve tried every trick in the book to keep our pics crisp – SRWE, AI upscalers, you name it – and now we’re ready to break down how to save your favorite sim’s photos from pixelation, quick and easy. In this article, we’ll explain (no tech jargon, promise!) what actually works, plus share our hands-on experience and top tips.

The Sims tips | 12761 | 10.04.2025

Not Your Typical Wedding: 20 Unusual Sims Locations for Wedding

Sometimes, you just want something special – not just beautiful, but truly magical, with a hint of whimsy and a touch of madness. Imagine a wedding ceremony inside an abandoned airplane, an underwater cottage covered in flowers, or an intimate vow exchange in the middle of lavender fields, where everything around you breathes summer. In this article, we’ve gathered the most atmospheric, unique, and cozy wedding locations for your Sims.

Inspiration | 12810 | 05.04.2025

20 Dream Sims Wedding Locations

Choosing a wedding venue is pure magic. After all, the place where your Sims will say their most important words sets the tone for the entire day. This collection features beautiful spots for all kinds of weddings – from cozy family ceremonies to grand celebrations. And the best part? Most of them are completely CC-free!

Inspiration | 10969 | 01.04.2025

A Marriage Proposal in The Sims: 6 Unique Ideas

In The Sims 4, you have countless ways to turn this moment into a magical story! From mountaintop engagements to cozy at-home proposals, from romantic boat rides to mysterious quests – every couple can find their perfect way to say "yes".

Inspiration | 14091 | 26.03.2025

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