Using Backup Lot files to replace corrupted current ones
nikita:
One of my downtown lots inexplicably disappeared and when I tried to play it, my game crashed. Unfortunately the most recent "clean" version I have of that lot is from end of March! I could move the family out and then move them into another house but having to redecorate all over again, not to mention, retake some 20 dummy photos and then replace them with my the family's pictures would be such a hassle. Besides, I really liked that house and don't remember where I downloaded it.
Is it safe to replace a lot file with same file but from another time while the family is still inside?
Ancient Sim:
Yes, you can do that. Character-wise (age, achievements, etc.) they will be the same as they were at the current point in your game, but when you load the lot they will be doing whatever they were doing at the time that particular copy was last used (hope that makes sense!). The only time it's awkward is if there has been a new family member since. With a bit of luck, they'll be standing by the mailbox when you reload, but if not you can bring them back with Insim's 'Restore Family' feature.
nikita:
Thanks, Ancient Sim. Luckily no new family members. Though I will have to retake some photos but it's a small loss considering the alternatives. ;D
J. M. Pescado:
It can also be awkward if someone has had an age transition since the last time you backed up that lot. These are mostly minor issues that can be resolved by delete/respawning the afflicted sims, though.
cwykes:
Quote from: nikita on 2006 August 06, 09:10:58
.... I will have to retake some photos but it's a small loss considering the alternatives. ;D
You'll still have the pics in storytelling and in the album from the first time round. You only need to take new photos if you do something very different second time round - unless you are a lot pickier than me.
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