how to make a realistic & detailed save file | the sims 4

[@denama]

oh ash you really are mother. you are genuinely a breath of fresh air in the sims community

[@aashwarrplays]

this is so sweet 🥺💞 thank you boo!

[@maryphases]

Literally

[@foxroxy86]

Great video! I am of two minds about save files. Sometimes I like starting with a completely blank save file, meaning someone has already deleted all the lots and people. This way I can focus on one or a few worlds and build everything from scratch. Emily Saves are really great. They can be downloaded based on what games you own. Such a lifesaver when you don’t own all of the packs!

[@Isabel-nz7eb]

Is a safe file just a world that you customize over time, or is it something diffrent? please help, im confuzed and want to make a safe file but dont know what it is!

[@deniseavage]

@@Isabel-nz7eb hi i know im a year late, but if you can explain it to me please, im so confused :/. is it just a world i create and then start a new file with the sims i actually want to play with? i dont know??

[@SadlyUrLocalBlackMom]

@@deniseavage Hey! I don’t know if this will help but creating a new save file - especially the one where there’s no townies nor lots gives you the ability to create your own lots or add them off the gallery! this also includes your own sims and being able to add them on lots but reminder the world is empty and sims will automatically automate townies!!

[@tiana74393]

From what I’ve gathered (i havent found a definite answer) its a save file which you can then use as a base to create new save files from for different gameplays. The base save file has customised lots based on what you want you can choose to keep some of maxis’ lots or create or download lots in the different worlds you have and in the end you will have a base file with lots where all your gameplays/lets plays will be derived from. Hopefully that makes sense

[@theresacomellas5151]

You don’t gatekeep anything!!!! Thank you so much Ashley, you truly are amazing!

[@kjhinshaw]

Simlicy’s save file is so bomb. I love that she added photos to each household. Thanks! I Can’t wait to use some of these tips and mods.

[@e.5474]

ashley, you're such an inspo! the way you changed the way i play this game is unreal. thank you so much for all your videos!! keep doing what you're doing ❤

[@aashwarrplays]

awww thank you!!

[@Selina.T]

You are so good at what you do! I didn’t know how much I actually needed this video! ❤️

[@aashwarrplays]

thank you! 💞

[@johnterpack3940]

I really appreciate this. My wife and I have been working on a save file for a while. It is definitely work. But it's so fun playing with a unique world. I really wanted to thank you for mentioning the mods. It's killing me seeing randos walking around when I have a few hundred custom sims doing nothing.

[@Losertunes.mp3]

I haven’t felt motivated to play with my legacy family and this made me wanna plaaayyy genuinely love your channel such positive vibes !!!

[@renee03]

i've been trying to make my custom save file more in depth so this video is perfect!! thank you so much for everything you've done for the sims community

[@thevpwright]

When I tell you I’ve been waiting on this video since you announced you were doing it last month 😅 I’ve been waiting on it all week! I’m so excited to get off work, hop on my computer and watch this. Thank you for everything you do, Ash! ❤

[@aashwarrplays]

of course! 🤍

[@SnoozeSims]

Hi Ashley! In the middle of creating a save file and this was incredibly helpful, thank you for making! Would you ever do a video covering how you create existing realtionships, jobs, skills, etc.? Or even any tips to keeping that organized?

[@friday5319]

if u use mods u can use MC Command Center to alter relationships, skills, promotions etc :)

[@catricerhone3544]

The tutorial I didn't even know I wanted 💁‍♀. Thank you so much. I appreciate you videos, calmness and the fact that you share so much (even though I don't want you to sometimes because people are stealing your style- but they can't be you).

[@orchidhoney]

Hi ashley i just want to say that you inspire so much to be a sims 4 youtuber. Your videos are always so pleasing to watch and it feels like im talking about sims with a friend :) one day when i get a new laptop i will start my own channel. Thank you

[@aashwarrplays]

omg this is so sweet 🥹 can't wait to see your channel!

[@aliizah7335]

i've been wanting to create my own savefile for so long but was always intimidated because i just didn't know where to even start and it's such a time consuming process but this video has definitely encouraged me to atleast give it a try! thank you for the mod recommendations also, they'll definitely be helpful

[@johannvandebron986]

If you use the walk by overhaul from zero it has the same effect, that all sims stay in their home worlds. but you can add homeless sims to worlds too and Newcrest an magnolia springs are connected with willow creek and oasis springs. So they have townies too.

[@aashwarrplays]

interesting, i'll have to check it out!

[@erinkay218]

I had so many save files I loved that I ended up starting to work on my own. It’s not really “my own” because I am using lots from multiple save files to make it exactly what I want. Lol. It’s so fun. I will never share it because it’s not mine, obviously, but my control freak self loves that I am making it exactly what I want. I appreciate the video because I’m wanting to add my own touches! Thank you! I subscribed.

[@anayalin382]

I have been playing sims for so long but everyday I learn something new love this

[@SashasSpace]

Ouuu I never heard of the no npc townie mod. Lately my new random townies aren’t that hectic looking like in the past bc I have a no acc no makeup randomized allowed mod 💀, but I’m gonna look into this mod tysm💕 Sim Spawn overhaul mod is amazing. I never tweaked the settings. I’ll try to do that🤯🔥 Congrats on 25K🎉💕

[@aashwarrplays]

thank you! 💞

[@KokoSims]

I rarely comment on youtube videos even tho I love watching all sim guru videos. But I have just recently found you and I have to tell you that I absolutely love your vibe and polished gameplay. You remind me of oshin in the way that you’re so relaxing to listen to ❤

[@kattieel80]

I like the tip of playing in one world. That seems like that would really help me out so I don't feel so spread out

[@mishaeee]

oh you ate with this one. i had no idea you could do any of these things and I kid you not everytime I made a new save I would take days adding lots and sims just to have no motivation to play 😭 tysm 🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@aashwarrplays]

glad i could be of help! i know that must've been a headache to deal with 🥺

[@MissDesdemona]

I needed this because I’ve been wanting to create my own custom save file.

[@kuromiauph]

I’m so late in this video. Sims has been boring me lately since I think I’ve done the interesting challenges already and now it’s just repetitive. Watching this gave me an idea so I have something to do on my Sims, FINALLY. Amazing video, and you’re really a good explainer! Thank you so much!

[@tatyanamariee]

Ashley i absolutely love your channel!! I just started playing the sims a few months ago and your videos have helped me soo much! ur the best thank you

[@mamapsims]

Love it. I'm working on my own save file now actually. Most of my lots are good to go (I got babies so I use gallery lots and tweak them to fit my style lol I don't have much time to build) but I'm working on my LP characters and npc now. It really makes gameplay so much better!

[@ksimplays]

I was literally just looking for this video and you posted it 33 seconds after lolll

[@aashwarrplays]

it was a sign boo!

[@yaretzimendoza407]

Love this so much!! I’m new to sims and I’ve been struggling with making it feel more full, so the thought of having someone else already do that is perfect! For sure gonna look into the saves files, didn’t even know that was a thing till now! Thank you so much for being so insightful!! ❤❤❤

[@mall0wfluff]

Omg I really needed this, I just switched to maxis match and deleted all my saves so I’m excited to use these tips

[@bbtoebeans]

If you ever do a video on your favorite builders, I would love that ❤ Thank you for the video! Super informative 🙂

[@dakotajones6905]

Rewatching this because I’m starting a new file because my favorite might be corrupted😢 You’re a life saver!!!

[@SimCubeez]

Aw WOW I can’t believe I’m one of your favorite builders!! Thank you so so much for all your kind words, I can’t thank you enough! I’m so happy you are visiting my lots, you’ve made my day! 🥹🌸💗

[@aashwarrplays]

of course! i love your builds! 💞

[@alexisgrant926]

I can’t believe I didn’t see this video before. Thank you, you don’t understand how helpful this is 😊

[@citizencoy4393]

The sim spawn mod will be a lifesaver! I like to treat different worlds as other countries. It will be nice to prevent the random pop up’s in other worlds. Thank u forvthis video

[@LolaRabbit]

And here I am ironically starting my own save file to do some townie makeovers. Thank you for all of the tips and mod suggestions

[@itschelseakay]

Oh my gosh, I am so excited to watch this!! Thank you so much for sharing. It came up in my rec’s and it’s the first time coming to your channel so I’m definitely subscribing 💕

[@rebeccat2573]

this video is exactly what i’ve been looking for! all the videos u post really show how much time and hard work u put into it, thank u so much!

[@lovisadouhan8261]

Also T.O.O.L mod!!! It allows you to place objects off lot with means you can now decorate the whole world. It's great for adding realism and making the world a more involved part of the game

[@ariyanawalker2551]

I'm new to your channel and I am so happy I came across your high school years series you have been a major game changer for how I play my sims and making it so much more fun to play, thanks so much ash for the content!!!!

[@melisaannibaffa678]

I have been creating mine for 6 years also but it is almost done. I really love it

[@ivvybabyy]

i'm so in love with your aesthetic and originality in your sims content! i was curious to if when you import new townies to your world do you have to manually assign them to a job (like a cafe on a community lot for example) or do they automatically start working?

[@bri.elle1]

omgg thank u so much, i didnt even know that this is what save file meant. when people said townie makeovers i thought they gave them a new makeover each game 😭😭 i didnt know how to explain it though so i never asked , this is gonna help A TON.

[@asymrsqueezes9675]

If you’re new to downloading saves please remember to make sure you don’t have a save with the same number before copying it over because it will overwrite your previous save and you will lose it.

[@andreababee]

Thank you for this video! I’ve been wanting to play in another persons save file but it seems like no one can explain it right 🤣🤣🤣 can’t wait to start playing again!

[@Lowkeychaye]

This is exactly the video I needed! Can you believe I’ve been rebuilding my worlds with every let’s play scenario smh 😭

[@possum_punk]

I use about 100gb of mods and cc in my game, so if you decide to release a download of your save, im sure me and others with capable pcs wouldn't mind the cc included with it.

[@lesliehowell4050]

I am so glad I found this video! It has saved me from losing my mind! Love your channel and your Let's Play videos!

[@indiragerritsen9005]

I loved this kinda topic!! Been watching ur vids for a while and searched allot for this kind of videos and this is the perfect combo ❤❤

[@IlseMulAuthor]

Thank you very much for all the information! Those are quite handy mods/replacement and you made a wonderful tutorial! At the moment I'm still learning the Sims (only started about a week ago) but I'm looking forward to creating a nice collection of worlds!

[@faeriesorceress]

somehow I'm delulu enough to think I could do it in one night😫

[@nattiee5650]

omggg thank you so much this was sooo helpful ashley !! i've always loved the way you customize your game and how organized and simplistic it is!! i will definitely be putting these mods in my game.

[@tierrajenay]

thank you! this was so helpful. my only question would be is when customizing, how do you add backstories to households before you start a LP?

[@coconutii]

Oh no, my OCD is gonna make me spend hours and hours and hours trying to perfect my savefile with these tips 🤣! This video is so helpful, i appreciate you Ashley!

[@awarren30650]

I downloaded the save file and explored along with you and I would have to say yes! This is also my new favorite save file! 😍

[@JilliSims]

Hello Ahley! Thank you so much for this inspirational and helpful video. It’s what I exactly needed right now! 😊 I just discovered you a week ago and I‘m already so in love with your content 😍 Your work is so incredible amazing ❤️

[@TerraWalls]

You’re the only person who has a save file tutorial that isn’t confusing!! Question though..I have a file I’ve been working on but when I start a new series it doesn’t use the houses and save file I’ve worked on. Am I not supposed to hit new? Do I go into the save file and click save as instead to create a new one?

[@devilhugs]

I love this idea! I wish I could make a savefile but I always get burnt out so fast with Sims 4 😞

[@nightsonthehills]

omg i didnt even know you could download save files, tysm

[@crissy3359]

This is our girl she never fails us ❤

[@moykui]

oh ive been waiting for this video, literally the highlight of my weekend!

[@nazhayabarcelona]

Ashley! can you please do a tutorial on how to make picture content for your sims! How you take their pictures, the settings for it and posing tips! Also I really want to know how sim creators make their sims an instagram story and post template! Thank you girl!

[@starzz_andre]

I currently made a family savefile which I’m going to be redoing mainly oasis springs and probally willow creek and ofc I’m gonna do newcrest. I plan to delete allthe fsmilies and add all new ones that resemble the old ones a little❤

[@jc_speaks9457]

YOU HAVE revolutionized MY GAME PLAY. THANK YOU!!!!!!!

[@reeshreesh8439]

LOVE simlicy’s save! Currently playing in it

[@nadaramadanova7624]

is it just me or is the link to Simlicy’s 2.0 save file not working on Patreon

[@Alixia224]

I love this one!!! Btw this sim is gorgeous can you please upload her?💖💖

[@aashwarrplays]

thank you but she's going to be a model sim on my channel so she won't be available for dl 🥺 but i do have a few sims i'll be uploading soon, there's one i'm super excited to share... 🙈

[@Alixia224]

@@aashwarrplays ahh ok!! im so excited

[@sampesto1822]

Hi Ashley! Could you please clarify in your own words specifically the difference of “my households” and non played? I’ve looked it up but it’s so confusing to me. I know about the culling but isn’t there more to it? And how do you personally organize these tabs? Who goes in non played? Thanks love your channel!

[@maddycakes0]

This!! It’s so hard to find explanations online haha

[@aashwarrplays]

hi! i usually put all the households that are close to my lp sim in the "my households" category (like their friends & family so they're easy to track)! i honestly think the main difference between "my households" and "other households' is sim culling (deleting sims to make the game perform better once the max number is reached)! however, culling isn't really an issue for me bc i use the no random townies mod to prevent new sims from spawning! the difference between "played" and "unplayed" sims is that the game won't use them for npc roles! again, i usually mark my sim's friends & family as played so that the game doesn't assign them npc roles! i hope this helps 💞

[@AllaboutTheCalm478]

"oh she's taking it" this was so helpful thank you sm!

[@caitlynnmorton8494]

I been waiting for this video since you announced it last month 😭 thank you so much ❤️‍🔥

[@Misaki7Lin]

a tip: I used the *Maxis Fixed Lore Savefile* as a Base for my Save File and it's great for being almost a new vanilla save but with more official townies from EA!

[@brooklynharris3290]

I can’t wait to make my own personal save file and become a sims KZbinr! I had one and accidentally deleted it 🙃 so now I’m starting over and I’m glad I ran across this video! Can you please make another one 😅

[@lifeofsims]

I really like the reshade you use in the game, can we have it too?

[@jadooe5519]

Ashley is truly the next big Simmer!!

[@kb_55]

i would love to see how you creat your sims and whats you thought process 💗

[@anafirehart]

this is exactly what i needed thank you! ❤

[@_ladynightingale]

Thank you so much! I've been searching for a video that had these kinds of details!

[@ceedubsez9513]

Very helpful! Can’t wait to start my own save file.

[@LolaLayke]

omg I wasn't expecting to learn so much from this video, this is about to make my game 100x more fun. Thank you!💜

[@_taliajanae]

omg thank you bc i kept making families houses i like and didn’t know what i was doing wrong when it disappeared😭

[@ziyessims]

ash thank you soooo much! I've been adding the same lots onto every save that I have

[@itslizzieann]

This video is so helpful and inspiring! Thank you so much for this! For sure using these tips for my Simself legacy save file!

[@primsgi]

Ashley you are amazing really i needed that video ! ❤️

[@Anna-kn5lj]

just what i needed, THANK U ✨✨

[@Hera4president]

Thank you for this Ash! Much needed 🌺

[@aashwarrplays]

of course! 🤍

[@AndSoWeLaughed]

I'd def like you to upload it anyway. I have a LOT off CC that you use and loooove your let's plays, so if I could use a save file from you - YES PLEASE

[@EllysaMcCormick]

when i saw Georiga's last name I was so caught off guard because we have the same last name omg lol! Obsessed with your vids btw i cant get enough

[@daniellababinec]

thank you so much for doing this video! it was so helpful and omg it's so relaxing and more engaging to play sims now!! i also wanted to ask, how did you manage to have your sims "background" (yk, when it's loading) to this cute pinkish/orangish color and not the green and blue one?💕

[@aashwarrplays]

it's a custom loading screen! i have it linked on my tumblr page!

[@liyemasocikwa7243]

your townies are soo cute

[@rissalenee]

Never knew I needed this video until now! ❤

[@xoxoluvkara5775]

Hey ash! I love your vids they entertain me so much! Do you use a shader or filter in your sims? If you do which ohne do you use?

[@anaa1834]

thank you so much for explaining ALL the steps so easily!! I had such a silly question that no other video semmed to answer cause it was obvious to everyone but for me lol also, what reshade/gshade do you use? it looks so clean!! i've been looking for a reshade the doesn't hurt my eyes for so long

[@Iamjazzzlol]

I have a pc now but my only prob is that I have no internet rn but I have been wanting mods every since I stared playing cus it makes the game less boring and it just brings life to the game

[@ThePlumbobiana]

This is so good. Thank you for this!

[@bella3758]

I love ur account sm. This vid is a lifesaver 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@clairebradley6771]

Loved this! You explained it so well. I’m always switching between save files as there are so many fabulous ones out there. X😊

[@Jennixtim]

I know this is an old video, but while searching on KZbin for save file info, yours came up first & I was so excited because you’re my favorite sims KZbinr! Anyways. My only question is, can you move sim households into different save files? So for example, I have a family I’ve been playing with for a while and say I wanted to start a whole new save file so that I can create a better story line with them, would I be able to do so? Sorry if that doesn’t make sense 😩

[@ligroook1275]

I love your vids Ashley you brang the sims aesthetic to a next level 💗💗I have a question do I have to look out after entry the giveaway?💗💗

[@jessowie7554]

I really love your videos, it’s a really cute aesthetic that I just love. But I have an question, what users do you use for your townies in the gallery? Any ID’s?

[@LivviLifts]

i need to know this too!!

[@smileysnubz]

Hey Ash! Love your content, you really inspired me to get back into the game after a year long hiatus! Your aesthetics are amazing girl! One question, was surprised that you don’t use MC Dresser at all, or do you? How do you manage the offspring of the townies as they’ll spawn with random clothing and there are too many to edit manually? Personally I’ve found MC Dresser to be an incredible tool as I save all the outfits on the townies I’ve created / edited (I have about 150 outfits for each category now….took some time to compile that) and so if a next gen spawns (or a townie as I have a small % of townies allowed to spawn in my game using MCCC), they are wearing the pre-made clothes and so they look pretty great! Love to know what you think?

[@aashwarrplays]

oh that is so cool! i've never thought to do that so i'll def need to look into it! ty for sharing 🫶🏾

[@anabananana]

Omg this is so helpful! I'm gonna make a save file but wondering if u have an empty save file because they ones on KZbin r named differently

[@maddylee9590]

Don't be shy, share it I have like 80 gb of maxis match cc. 💁🏻‍♀️

[@katiefdavidson]

omg, this is SO helpful!! Thank you!!!