Sims 2 Custom Content Won't Install

[cbrain]

Hi,

I have downloaded some custom content for The Sims 2 (Mac) but it won't install.

I double click on the .package file but all that happens is the Package Installer opens but it just says "Please double-click on a custom content package file to install the content." even though that is what I'm doing.

Please Help.

Thanks.

[lisamcdee]

If it's a .package file, you don't need to use the package installer. Simply drag the file into your downloads folder and it should appear in your game. (Make sure that you have enabled custom content.)

[cbrain]

Could you tell me where The Sims 2 Downloads Folder is?

[lisamcdee]

If this is your first custom content you will have to create a downloads folder. It goes into your Sims folder along with your logs, collections, etc. (It's been so long since I first played the Sims 2 that I had forgotten that you have to do this step.)

[joefish]

But where exactly does the download folder go because just putting it in the sims 2 folder does nothin...does it need to go in a sub folder?

[Zakkk8]

The downloads folder is

(your name)/documents/ea games/the sims 2/downloads

if it's not there you may need to create one yourself, though that's rarely an issue.

[C.ams]

i have aslightly different problem, i downloaded the sims 2, installed it, and everything was ok until i had to apply the crack... its one of those the blade corporation ones... so it tells me to select the sims 2.app. so i do, but then it says that you cant apply the patch on this file... anyone know why this mite be??? :confused::( please help!

[cbrain]

Sorry, but you can't discuss cracks and other illegal stuff here.

[aleh92]

hiiiiiii!! my problem is that when i'm installing .sims2pack it appears: The operation can't be completed
An error has been produced (-10660)
what can i do to install all that content?

[kiks]

heeya, just got the sims 2 plus some expansion packs, but after clicking to install the content it tells me that there is no default application to open it with, how can you make one?

[SiriStar]

I don't think this is the right place to post this BUT:

Sims 2 loaded onto my macbook fine on Christmas Day, I just went out and bought 'Seasons' expansion pack for it, hoping for the same simplistic load. HOWEVER, it's not working AT ALL! When I put the disc in a little box comes up saying 'installer', the manual says click that but when I do another little box pops up telling me Sims 2 (found at '/'???) is not properly installed but I know it must be because i've played it!

I've tried re-installing Sims 2 but the same thing is happening over and over again! I'm kind of new to Mac but if anyone out there could help me out I would be very grateful!!!

If anyone can help can you please email me!

[whatchafizzle]

If it's a .package file, you don't need to use the package installer. Simply drag the file into your downloads folder and it should appear in your game. (Make sure that you have enabled custom content.)

How do you enable custom content?

EDIT: I went back onto my Sims 2 application to check for the custom content again.
my .Sims2Pack files are showing but I can't find my .package files.

Can anyone help me with this?

[cbull1992]

Hey, Ive downloaded absolutely loads of packages for Sims 2 on my mac.
The only problem is theyre not showing up in my game
Ive dowloaded zipeg and the cep enabler
Im only downloading the custom content that does not require mesh's
The custom content in the catalogues is enabled for in the game but theyre just not showing up
Ive also placed all of the files in the downloads folder in the EA Games main folder
Im running out of reasons why it is not working.

Please Help!
Thanks
xxxx

[skyfalling169]

The downloads folder is

(your name)/documents/ea games/the sims 2/downloads

if it's not there you may need to create one yourself, though that's rarely an issue.

so wait, where do I put this file when I have created it? someone please help me im sooo confused.

[mikaehla]

Some of the custom content shows but in my hp there are custom contents you have to copy and paste to the download folder not like the mac there is no download folder.How do i make those C.C. Show?


PLS. REPLY!:):apple:

[finals101]

Hi,

I have downloaded some custom content for The Sims 2 (Mac) but it won't install.

I double click on the .package file but all that happens is the Package Installer opens but it just says "Please double-click on a custom content package file to install the content." even though that is what I'm doing.

Please Help.

Thanks.

Where did you find the .package files I really need to know

[cbrain]

Some of the custom content shows but in my hp there are custom contents you have to copy and paste to the download folder not like the mac there is no download folder.How do i make those C.C. Show?


PLS. REPLY!:):apple:

(your name)/documents/ea games/the sims 2/downloads. If there isn't a downloads folder create one.

Where did you find the .package files I really need to know

http://www.modthesims2.com

[finals101]

(your name)/documents/ea games/the sims 2/downloads. If there isn't a downloads folder create one.



http://www.modthesims2.com

Do I still have to extract the files?

[puppy-t]

If it's a .package file, you don't need to use the package installer. Simply drag the file into your downloads folder and it should appear in your game. (Make sure that you have enabled custom content.)
I draged the file into my downloads but it didn't work it said the same thing. And I do not know how to enable custom content.:mad: iv been trying to figure this out for 4 months now. can you help me pleaseeeeee!!!:confused:

[cbrain]

If it's a .package file, it goes into downloads and if it's a .sims2pack file you open it with the package installer.

There's an checkbox in options somewhere for enabling custom content.

I hope that helps you.

[Jualexis]

Hi,

I'm new to all this The Sims 2 stuff and I'm not sure how to use my downloaded items in my game. I have downloaded a few items but they don't show up in my game. I don't know why... I've read your replys and so I draged the file( the items that I've downloaded ) in my downloaded file in the EA Games folder. But it still doesn't show up in my game. And you are talking about package file, I have no idea what that is. I suppose you need it so you can use in your game, but how do I find it?? Do I have to download it or something?? And I can't seem to find the way how to "enable" the costum content?? So please help, what do I have to do, either download the package file or just enable the custom content??

Please HELP!!

[Jualexis]

If you can please add me or send me an e-mail. So you can explain it better how to do it. Please send me an email as soon as you can!

Jualexis_@hotmail.com

Thanks!

[ana7751]

If it's a .package file, you don't need to use the package installer. Simply drag the file into your downloads folder and it should appear in your game. (Make sure that you have enabled custom content.)

I've downloaded the sims 2 from the internet for mac and it is suposed to work without the cd. but i've done all your steps and now, once I trie to open the .package files it says the same thing as the first comment, but if i just simply click on the icon to open, it asks to insert the cd in order to play! Do I really need it??:(:confused::confused:

[bubblehamster]

Mine is in the downloads folder but it won't show up in the game :( It's enabled and yet my game says I have none. Well I mean I can see the list, it's all enabled, but when building a sim or choosing a lot, only the basic files are there.

[shaekay]

The downloads folder is

(your name)/documents/ea games/the sims 2/downloads

if it's not there you may need to create one yourself, though that's rarely an issue.

mine dosent have one how do i make one?

[dgbug]

The downloads folder is

(your name)/documents/ea games/the sims 2/downloads

if it's not there you may need to create one yourself, though that's rarely an issue.

Apparently you have a PC VERSION! I have a mac. I think you lied and using misinformation. I do not have a downloads folder either. Also, I downloaded this legally. It also did not have a download code. I found this very odd. Unless you can explain this phenomenon.

[todasana]

my problom is that i put all my downloads in my downloads file but when i play it wont show up :mad: i also learned it will show up if i eneble cc. how do i enable cc?:confused: well thx i also really want cc cause i need to post a buch of cool vids on utube u might enjoy. i rlly NEED IT it is driving me crazy that all instructions are soooo complacating, so i cant understand them! plz tell me how to "enable" cc PLZZZZZZZ

[todasana]

come on u need to be helping me im really frusterated:mad: plz help me and dont post ur probloms here! thank you:D

[alm24]

I have the same issue you as you guys ^^^
I put 3 .package lot files that i downloaded from the sims 2 website in my downloads folder and they did not show up on the game. When i click the custom content button (*) when in a neighborhood, the page comes up blank/nothing comes up. PLease help! This is driving me crazy!!! how can i fix this???

[troutman97]

hey i have multiple files that ive put in the sims 2 download file but when i get in game it dont work and i have it enabled to but i keep getting told to make a downloads folder and i have so i was wondering if someone could help:confused: