30 best mods for The Sims 2

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

Old games hold a special charm, offering nostalgia, accessibility on lower-end systems, and a glimpse into the dedication of early developers. The Sims 2, in my opinion, remains the best in the series, capturing realistic details often missing in later iterations. However, its age means it lacks modern mechanics and items. Fortunately, mods address this! This article showcases 20 top-tier Sims 2 mods.

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The Sims 2's age shows in its mechanics and item selection. Mods offer a solution, enhancing gameplay and addressing 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, etc., eliminating the need for complex relationships to achieve these transformations.

2. Turn Off Annoying Radio

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Download: modthesims

This mod allows Sims to silence irritating guest-played music from anywhere on the lot.

3. Regulate Body Temperature

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Download: modthesims

Keeps Sims' body temperature consistently within the optimal range, preventing heatstroke or freezing.

4. No More Newspapers

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Download: modthesims

Eliminates the constant clutter and annoyance of unwanted newspapers.

5. No More Digging Dogs

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Prevents pets from digging holes, preserving the landscaping.

6. Job Board

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Download: modthesims

Displays all available job offers, 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 easier character creation.

9. Shared Showering

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Download: picknmixmods.com

Adds a shower allowing Sims to shower together (includes adult content).

10. Functional Vacuum Cleaner

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a usable 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 potty mat for dogs.

17. Beer Barrel

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Download: Tumblr

Adds a functional beer barrel to bars and homes.

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 Sims' moods.

20. Cool PC

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Adds a computer with various online functions.

Bonus Mods (brief descriptions):

• Book Cover Customization: (Download: simfileshare.net) Adds variety to book covers.
• Turning People into Toads and Frogs: (Download: simfileshare.net) A spell for evil witches.
• Nintendo Switch Console: (Download: jacky93sims.tumblr.com) Adds a functional Nintendo Switch.
• Sims No Longer Eat Spoiled Food: (Download: cyjon.net) Prevents Sims from eating spoiled food.
• New Underground Items: (Download: mediafire.com) Adds more items to find underground.
• Skincare Routine: (Download: jacky93sims.tumblr.com) Adds face masks and patches.
• Morning Sickness During Pregnancy: (Download: simfileshare.net) Makes pregnancy more realistic.
• Literacy Levels: (Download: mortia.tumblr.com) Adds literacy levels to Sims.
• Candle-Making: (Download: episims.tumblr.com) Adds candle-making as a hobby.
• Dangerous Radioactive Barrel: (Download: simfileshare.net) Adds a radioactive barrel for post-apocalyptic roleplay.

This is just a fraction of the available Sims 2 mods. The possibilities are vast!