30 best mods for The Sims 2

The Sims 2: 20 Must-Have Mods to Enhance Your Gameplay

Old games possess a unique charm, evoking nostalgia and running smoothly on less powerful hardware. They also often reflect the passion and dedication of early developers. The Sims 2, in my opinion, remains the best installment of this life simulator, capturing realistic details often absent in later versions. However, its age means it lacks some modern mechanics and items, and certain aspects can be frustrating. Thankfully, modifications can address these issues. This article presents 20 excellent mods for The Sims 2.

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The Sims 2, while charming, can be improved with mods. This compilation focuses on mods that enhance gameplay and address common frustrations.

Table of Contents

• Special Painting
• Turn Off Annoying Radio
• Regulate Body Temperature
• No More Newspapers
• No More Digging Dogs
• Job Board
• Guest Marriage
• Expanded CAS
• Shared Showering
• Functional Vacuum Cleaner
• Book of Talent
• Plumpad Sketchpad
• Wooden Flooring
• Foosball Table
• Cocktails
• Smart Dogs
• Beer Barrel
• Air Fryers
• Oil Diffuser
• Cool PC
• Book Cover Customization
• Turning People into Toads and Frogs
• Nintendo Switch Console
• Sims No Longer Eat Spoiled Food
• New Underground Items
• Skincare Routine
• Morning Sickness During Pregnancy
• Literacy Levels
• Candle-Making
• Dangerous Radioactive Barrel

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1. Special Painting

Download: modthesims

This unique painting allows Sims to transform into vampires, werewolves, robots, and more with a single click, eliminating the need for complex interactions to achieve these transformations.

2. Turn Off Annoying Radio

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Download: modthesims

This mod allows Sims to turn off the radio from anywhere on the lot, providing much-needed peace and quiet.

3. Regulate Body Temperature

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Download: modthesims

This mod maintains Sims' body temperature within optimal levels, preventing heatstroke and freezing.

4. No More Newspapers

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Download: modthesims

Eliminates the constant influx of unwanted newspapers, preventing clutter and spoiled items.

5. No More Digging Dogs

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Download: modthesims

Prevents dogs from digging holes, preserving the beauty of your Sims' yards.

6. Job Board

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Download: modthesims

Provides a comprehensive list of all available jobs, including custom careers.

7. Guest Marriage

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Download: Tumblr

Allows Sims to be married but live separately.

8. Expanded CAS

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Download: modthesims

Expands the Create-a-Sim interface for improved character creation.

9. Shared Showering

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Download: picknmixmods.com

Adds a shower allowing Sims to shower together.

10. Functional Vacuum Cleaner

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a functional vacuum cleaner to the game.

11. Book of Talent

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Download: modthesims

Instantly maxes out Sims' skills and talents.

12. Plumpad Sketchpad

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a sketchpad for Sims to improve their creative skills.

13. Wooden Flooring

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Adds various wooden flooring options.

14. Foosball Table

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a functional foosball table for entertainment.

15. Cocktails

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Download: Tumblr

Adds alcoholic cocktails for Sims to enjoy.

16. Smart Dogs

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a pet relief mat for dogs.

17. Beer Barrel

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a functional beer barrel.

18. Air Fryers

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Download: Tumblr

Adds air fryers for quicker cooking.

19. Oil Diffuser

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Download: Tumblr

Adds an oil diffuser to improve mood and hygiene.

20. Cool PC

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Download: insimenator.org

Adds a functional computer with online capabilities.

Bonus Mods:

• Book Cover Customization: Image: episims.tumblr.com Download: simfileshare.net Adds variety to book covers.
• Turning People into Toads and Frogs: Image: jellymeduza.tumblr.com Download: simfileshare.net Adds a magical transformation spell.
• Nintendo Switch Console: Image: jacky93sims.tumblr.com Download: jacky93sims.tumblr.com Adds a functional Nintendo Switch.
• Sims No Longer Eat Spoiled Food: Image: modthesims.info Download: cyjon.net Prevents Sims from eating spoiled food.
• New Underground Items: Image:creesims.tumblr.com Download: mediafire.com Adds more items to find underground.
• Skincare Routine: Image: jacky93sims.tumblr.com Download: jacky93sims.tumblr.com Adds facial masks and patches.
• Morning Sickness During Pregnancy: Image: tumblr.com Download: simfileshare.net Adds more realistic pregnancy symptoms.
• Literacy Levels: Image: mortia.tumblr.com Download: mortia.tumblr.com Adds varying literacy levels to Sims.
• Candle-Making: Image: episims.tumblr.com Download: episims.tumblr.com Adds candle-making as a hobby.
• Dangerous Radioactive Barrel: Image: crispsandkerosene.tumblr.com Download: simfileshare.net Adds a hazardous environmental element.

These mods offer a significant enhancement to the Sims 2 experience, addressing gameplay shortcomings and adding new layers of realism and fun. Many more mods exist, and this list could easily be expanded.