I Deleted My Entire Sims 4 Mods Folder...

[@soclassy12]

emptying the recycling bin hurt 🥲

[@Plumbie]

If I could summarise this video in one sentence, that would be it.

[@ShekinahSims]

I’m too paranoid to delete everything, but I do need a refresh. I’m going to clean my folder out with the CC Mod Manager while I watch this.

[@Plumbie]

Before today, I'd usually just clean out my mods folder as I feel like that takes a lot less time, and you still get a refresh. I hope you enjoy cleaning your mods folder and watching the video!

[@shouldntve]

Not me having 58G of CC 😭 Majority being gameplay mods...can't live without some of them!!

[@Plumbie]

I'm looking forward to looking into gameplay mods in the next month or two! I can't blame you for having that much; There are are so many incredible ones out there.

[@blackfootindian0]

20g of mods &cc lol. wen i lauch the game, it take me 10-15 min of waiting before playing lol 🤣

[@elzbietasimenaite5693]

@@blackfootindian0 Oh wow :( I have 64gb and it takes around 2-3 min

[@nikys14]

You need to desactivate the pop-up Windows when you open the game. Its save lot of time for your computer to show up all the cc and its loads then very easily ​@@blackfootindian0

[@mikelows1988]

Omg here I was thinking 500mb was way TOO MUCH

[@peanut_05]

i actually do it every once in a while cause it feels soooooo good to start from zero

[@Plumbie]

It 100% does! I feel way more inspired to download cc and create sims now.

[@wrygath]

i ABSOLUTELY treat cc shopping like real shopping, and its soo fun. If i have a sim with a certain style, ill go cc shopping specifically for that sim, keeping their style in mind. Its so fun

[@Plumbie]

It is so much fun! Dare I say it is even more fun than real shopping?I really love the idea of cc shopping for a specific sim.

[@wrygath]

@@Plumbie Definitely more fun than real shopping!

[@brooklynceline]

I deleted all 93gb of my mods a couple days ago. I’m finally excited to play again bc I’m more intentional about my aesthetic and what I download now

[@Plumbie]

Wow, that must have been difficult to do! 100% worth it, though. It will be an incredibly fun experience to curate your cc collection from the ground up.

[@yourfavemolly13]

plumbie your videos are the reason i started to play the sims, i am sad to see this chapter ending but i know that whatever you do will be amazing and the comforting content i love.

[@Plumbie]

Aw, thank you! Don't worry - there won't be huge changes; the fresh chapter is more of a mindset shift if anything. I hope you'll enjoy the new videos that are on their way!

[@yourfavemolly13]

@@Plumbie i definitely will enjoy them!

[@garfunkelgirly]

16:00 Since you’re embracing a more minimal style, would love to see more base game CAS style videos. It'd be so fun to see you give makeovers to the Sims made by the community, or your own base game Sims with the new CC. Using polls for general engagement would also be awesome. 💐 I also wonder if you'll be doing any more CAS/CC mods showcases? If you are moving away from them, it would be cool seeing videos with an emphasis on a pack/kit you already have, either in CAS or in gameplay. Would also love to see some Sims 3 content, but don’t want it turning into work and remove an outlet for you. I actually really enjoyed hearing your general commentary with the gameplay as a background.🌷

[@Plumbie]

I'm planning for the next video I post to be a no-cc and base game CAS! I think it will be great practice for creating sims with minimal and no cc. I love the idea of giving makeovers to your sims! I did this years ago and really enjoyed it. I feel like it would be fun to stream it on Twitch if I have the time. I haven't made a poll on the community tab for a while; I'll definitely start making them again. I will probably still create CAS and mods showcases! Just not to the extent as before. I love sharing cc with you guys, and showcases are the best way to do that, so I don't want to stop making them entirely. I'd like to do a current household video for ts3 - I hope to post that next month. Thank you for the comment; I really appreciate it!

[@maxisaccharide]

"If you have any suggestions for CC creators-" uhhh can I suggest you? HAHA no but seriously I can't suggest any other creators because I kinda just get all my cc content from you. The people I follow, I followed them all because of you lol Anyways tho im glad to see you back!

[@Plumbie]

Awe, thank you so much! I'm so glad that you found some incredible cc creators through my channel, that makes me so happy because I love sharing cc with you guys. I'm glad to be back!

[@Kaayleiighh]

I’m so excited you posted a video! I can’t wait to watch this one I’ve been thinking of resetting my cc mods too

[@Plumbie]

I hope you'll enjoy today's video! I would definitely recommend resetting your mods folder; it feels so nice to have a fresh start when it comes to cc and mods.

[@SavvySmiles11]

Wow this feels so refreshing! Now I have the urge to clear some of my CC and shop for more! ✨ 🛍️ I’m so happy you’re back! I’ve missed you! You’re my fav simmer 🥰

[@Plumbie]

Awe, thank you so much!

[@sleepycozygamer]

26:43, you need to get the luumia no eyes shine girl!

[@Plumbie]

I'll download it asap! Thank you.

[@alannaweeks2445]

this is so cute to follow your process. I'm really happy you've found a way to continue your content creation but at your own pace - sending hugs

[@Plumbie]

Thank you so much Alanna!

[@eva3758]

I was having difficulty with my 140 GB but you inspired me to delete it so i did

[@Plumbie]

Wow, that's so much cc! Well done for deleting it all. I struggled with deleting my moderate mods folder, so I can't imagine the procrastination when it came to deleting one that big. I wish you luck with finding new cc! ❤️

[@savythatsimmer]

Glad to see you back 💗 loved your cc haul!

[@Plumbie]

Thank you so much!

[@Lalamochi444]

Thank you for showing us this video plumbing and I can’t wait for what CAS cc you will show us. ❤

[@Plumbie]

Thank you for watching it!

[@Lalamochi444]

@@Plumbie I am sorry plumbie for the auto correct

[@amyedler9665]

My cc folder is the biggest it has ever been 🙈😅 this video has inspired another cc shopping sesh for me 🤣

[@Plumbie]

CC adds so much to the game, so I don't blame you one bit! Enjoy your cc shopping; I hope you find some awesome pieces.

[@kayafrances1879]

I love the feeling of resetting my mods (i have a mac so the fresh storage makes my game run so smooth) but i hate giving all of my households makeovers with new cc 😫

[@Plumbie]

The game does run so much smoother without so many mods and cc! It is so annoying to give all the sims a makeover, especially if you have a large save file haha.

[@garfunkelgirly]

sending you love, hugs and🍵 back! i loved your take on CC, its an amazing way to support creators/community as well. 4:43 hair is def my fav CAS CC but I personally love downloading food CC. just makes the game so cozy 🍲 10:00 Aaah!! I am so looking forward to the toddler/male CC hauls! Def, saving it for a rainy day because toddler/infant CC is my fav to download! 18:45 Random, but that scarf looks soo much like the $500 Acne studios scarf that went viral 21:00 YESSS!! I def got it from one of your videos but I live & die with that CAS BG by Cloudcat. Glad you do too! 🌸 Tysm for this video Plumbie, super stoked to see that start of a new legacy/series as well as your new Sim style (already loving it so far) def going to your Tumblr now!! 💕

[@Plumbie]

Thank you so much! I'm sending you many hugs as well. 🍵 Food cc sounds so nice! I love the Granny's Cookbook mod, as it adds a ton of new recipes; I may have to download it again. I feel like it would be fun to do cc shopping for toddlers and infants when our new legacy heir is pregnant, so it feels like we are preparing and shopping for the baby. I've never heard of that scarf before! I can imagine if it was very popular, the cc scarf was based on it. Ah, I know right! It's perfect because it has different options for each season. Although, there isn't a winter one - It would be awesome if Cloudcat created one for winter. Thank you for watching!

[@bratty6194]

I literally subscribed because your voice is so relaxing

[@julianna.nolletti]

I should do this. I have so much cc idk how my laptop is still running

[@Plumbie]

I would 100% recommend it! It's given me a lot more motivation to play the game. ❤️

[@Realhousewifeoforlando]

What hair does the sim in the thumbnail have!?! I’m obsessed!

[@taniasearancke9104]

The ‘eye shine remover’ mod. I can’t remember the creators name tho but it pops up if you do a google search 😊

[@Plumbie]

Thank you so much!

[@Averza26]

yayy!! its so good to restart mods for sims however it is such a shame that all ur cc teeth are gone 😢😢 the eye shine remover is by luumia i believe :))

[@Plumbie]

Don't worry, the teeth have been re-downloaded 😂 Ah, thank you for letting me know! I will download it now. ❤️

[@Spidertheidiot]

The only reason I haven't done this on my desktop is because I have so much cc that I love that has since been deleted and can't be downloaded again, and I've been procrastinating going through it 😅

[@Plumbie]

That's such a fair reason! The procrastination is real when it comes to cc organisation haha.

[@jordanh8906]

I dont have a single mod in my game i use too but they always messed up my computer so i gave up and noni dont use them and i like it so much better

[@Roxie1255]

Such a great video! I am hoping to get a new laptop 🤞 so I may have to start from scratch with my mods folder and my gallery. Though there are some essentials like UI Cheats, MCCC, More CAS columns and more traits slots that will remain in my game. Can’t wait to see what hat your new sim style is.

[@Plumbie]

When I got my new laptop, I had to start from scratch, and I'm so glad I did because it made the whole experience of starting over with a new device to run ts4 all the more fun. Yes, those are absolute essentials. I'm looking forward to creating some new sims and sharing them with you guys!

[@ile954]

I did the same this week after months of not updating my game! I am glad I am not the only one lol ❤

[@Plumbie]

That's one of the main reasons I restarted; I couldn't be bothered to go through all my broken/outdated mods.I hope you've been enjoying finding new cc!

[@dixiepeachie]

Absolutely SO excited!!!!!

[@Plumbie]

[@msvzt]

there is a mod called "no ea shine" that removes the shine in their eyes!

[@Plumbie]

Thank you so much! I'll download it right now.

[@zoorenard1101]

I have a special folder in my mods called [001] to put whatever I want to keep forever (missing plumbob was hard to find again). It makes it easier to clean everything else out

[@Plumbie]

That’s such a clever idea!

[@The_Kino_Reyy]

Watching this video, I’ve decided to delete all 8,743 of my cc. My game is broken so I guess it’s a good thing, hopefully I can find all the stuff I still wanted, I already have all of my favorite creators either followed or written down in a note book, wish me luck I guess

[@Plumbie]

Good luck with starting anew with your mods folder! ❤️❤️

[@blueberryzz_z]

I do this once a year it gives me a Chance to start over ✨

[@Plumbie]

I love the idea of doing it yearly! I may have to schedule another mods folder reset this time next year haha.

[@mystreet_edits-c5v]

My game is broken because of my mods. I have deleted every broken mod, outdated mod, repaired the game, uninstalled and reinstalled the game, and every other possible solution I could find online. (My game works without mods tho) I’m going to delete all my mods now. I’m scared 😅 my legacy is on the 2nd generation, Idk if I would cope with playing after finding new mods.. But uh, yeah I’m ready. I kinda want to make a new legacy anyway. This is the only way to fix my game. Yeah kinda annoyed, but I think making a new legacy save file will be fun, staying positive about it!! 😁

[@jordannnk]

How’d it go?

[@mystreet_edits-c5v]

@@jordannnk sorry for late reply, but it’s going well, I have a bunch of new mods, better mods if I must say, and I always double check if the mods outdated before I download them now, I have a new legacy, I’m sort of on my 2nd generation. So my sims game is all good currently 👍

[@choquomochi8089]

When I first started using CC 9 years ago I had around 30GB between cas and bb stuff. I used to play on my mum's work pc and I still don't know how that potato pc could handle that. Now I have my own pc and it's pretty good but I keep my mods folder below 4GB max. I don't use bb cc anymore and I found myself using more and more in-game clothes, and I really like it. At least once a month I clean my mods folder using the mods manager app to delete stuff I don't really use. I still have an addiction to hair though. I have around 300 hair only for females 😂 also I use lots of mods to enhance my gameplay than I used to, most of them by adeepindigo, RPO, MCCC and ui cheats and littlemisssam for bug fixes.

[@Plumbie]

I was the same when I began using cc! It's just so tempting to download every single piece haha. Having a mods folder under 4GB is such a good idea. I'm the same with the hairstyles; the issue is that a hairstyle can completely change a sim, and I usually use one hair only for a single sim because it becomes special to them. For this reason, I end up downloading a ton of hair so that my sims can have a ton of options to pick from. Littlemisssam is a saviour when it comes to bug fixes!

[@user-simszee]

hi I have a f must have mods that you need the mod that removes the ugly blue ranch on your cc and gives you cute options to replace hoped this helped and love this Video

[@Plumbie]

Thank you for the recommendation! I'll check that mod out now.

[@royal_rose5178]

I went into the game and grabbed my essentials and then completely deleted everything and completely switched to maxis match cc❤😂

[@lollypop7006]

I want to do this so bad lol but I csnt coz I have used loads cc in my builds 😢I suppose I woudknt feel so bad if I had it backed up but all houses in game would be rubbish lol

[@Plumbie]

I wouldn't have reset my mods folder if it weren't for ending all my current households and let's plays for that exact reason! It would take so long to re-furnish all the houses along with giving sims their hair and clothing back. 😂

[@aliciatargaryen]

Sometimes I go mad and delete all my cc and start fresh~💖✨

[@Plumbie]

It's always such a nice feeling to start fresh! ❤️

[@loptseldr]

clothing is always my fav cc and hair but has to be alpha for me i adore s-club on sims resorce.

[@Plumbie]

When I used to use alpha cc, I always downloaded from s-club; they are very talented.

[@Summer_Dobson008]

I got a brand new computer so I have to redownload all of my CC 😅

[@Plumbie]

It's exciting that you have a new computer! Good luck with redownloading all of your cc.

[@SimsWithSoul]

72GB of mods/ cc 🤭 I don't have all of the packs so it's a good alternative for me, although my MacBook sounds like it's going to take off ✈🤣

[@Plumbie]

I don't blame you at all! Mods and CC are the perfect alternative for packs and other DLC for the game. My PC also sounds like it's about to take off too haha!

[@Slaytastiic]

I might make a smaller folder and play kind of minimal.😊

[@Plumbie]

I play with minimal cc quite often, and I couldn't recommend it more! The game feels so much more enjoyable when you only have mods and cc you really love.

[@jeffbuckleysurinal]

I just downloaded the game last week after years of not playing and my CC folder is already almost 30GB and I STILL feel like I have nothing good downloaded LOL

[@Plumbie]

Oh no! Maybe you could try being more picky with what cc you choose to download? I will say that it does take a while to find the type of aesthetic you like for your cc. When I started downloading cc, it didn't match, and it took me about a month or two to find my style.

[@jeffbuckleysurinal]

@@Plumbie LOL a few hours after I finished watching your video I actually went in and reorganized, cleansed and downloaded a lot more CC and now I'm quite happy with what I have ! I still feel like I need to download some more but that's just for diversity's sake since I make so many Sims but I feel like I'm going in the right direction

[@madisontucker649]

I don’t see my comment for some reason but I sent a link to someone who updated the water lilies skin for infants idk if you got that

[@Plumbie]

It was probably blocked by the automatic comment reviewer! I do apologise. I didn't know someone updated it for infants; that is very helpful. Thank you for sharing it!

[@roniwaitwhat]

Hey girlie, do you have any recommendations for save files to start a fresh legacy in? You've inspired me to come back from my own sims hiatus, wipe my cc folder and start fresh! But the save files i've played in in the past are a bit overdone. Know of any good/newer ones?

[@Plumbie]

I haven't checked the save file landscape for quite a while, but two of my personal favourite save files are the MissSimReno save file, and the Littleroot save the file by Tinycowplant.

[@roniwaitwhat]

@@Plumbie Thank you! And welcome back! I'm looking forward to meeting your newest legacy family!

[@Plumbie]

@@roniwaitwhat Thank you so much!

[@SophMeaux]

I was wondering if I might have to delete all of mine, I have no option to edit faces anymore or add skin details. I can just add makeup and do the hair😢

[@garfunkelgirly]

I had a similar thing happen to me but I just had to use the cas.fulleditmode cheat because CAS is restricted (including traits, body and skin details) in game as opposed to the main menu when you make a new Sim. I'm really just assuming that you know nothing about the game because the only reason I didn't know is because I'm new to the Sims 4, so it may be a different situation for you. Really hoping you don't have to can your Mods folder!

[@Plumbie]

There is probably a corrupt mod in your mods folder causing this! It would be a good idea to either comb through your folder and find which mods are broken/outdated or just do a complete reset.

[@ccholicc]

It’s for sure a replacement for not participating in capitalism. I stopped saving public release dates so I haven’t downloaded much cc

❤

[@Plumbie]

[@IThinkMyNameIsSakura]

Hi girl! Is the sim in the thumbnail available for download? She's gorgeous!

[@Plumbie]

Yes, she is! She is on the gallery under my Origin ID: Realplumbie. I've also got a video of me creating her: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e52aoJaaa855nrssi=1zz_Qqsvkhc5IWtp

[@IThinkMyNameIsSakura]

@@Plumbie Thank you so much!

[@Nasaplaysminecraft]

Hello !!! So I’m a new sims 4 player and I want some base game tips

[@mynameisnoneurconcern8639]

There really isn’t much to the base game.. if I’m being honest

[@mynameisnoneurconcern8639]

But what exactly are you wanting to know?

[@Plumbie]

If you can, I recommend going into full storyteller mode. Sadly, the base game doesn't have much to it, so you have to rely on your imagination to create interesting gameplay, scenarios, etc. I'd recommend creating a sim, imaging/writing a story for them, and then playing it out. For example, you could create a runaway teen and their fresh start in Oasis Springs. If you can, I'd recommend downloading a couple gameplay mods, as they add so much to the game at no cost. CC is great as well because you can get more options when it comes to creating your sims; that way, you feel more connected to them. I have a couple of videos on how to make ts4 fun without mods, along with gameplay tips. There are some tips in them which won't work with the base game, but most of them are base game friendly or can be adapted to the base game: kzbin.info/aero/PLroMUE2eLfm-G6v46-ugfsa6ymguZufP5&si=MLjbtVlfL33aFKCg I also have videos sharing mods and cc if you'd be interested in those: kzbin.info/aero/PLroMUE2eLfm_ZDcC1VSRgre-4u_Ly_kAz&si=eWyYaFdistIVytFx I hope you enjoy your journey with ts4; it can be a pain at times, but overall I do really love the game so I hope you'll love it as much as I do. Happy simming, and welcome to the community!

[@Nasaplaysminecraft]

@@Plumbie omg thank you for replying it means a lot to me

[@Slaytastiic]

I have 250gb I want to do this but I Cantttttt😅🤩

[@Plumbie]

With that much cc, I don't blame you at all! Maybe you could clean your mods folder instead of restarting the whole thing? That way you get to keep most of it whilst getting rid of the cc you don't want/use.

[@Slaytastiic]

@@Plumbie I’m cleaning it a little bit everyday hopefully I can get to 180gb 😁

[@xwithintemptationx]

I'm at 325 gb of mods. Cleaning it out is going to be a bitttcchhh😂

[@Slaytastiic]

@@xwithintemptationx Right I'm struggling so bad I want everything!! Most of it I have a plan for using it one day (a day that never comes)😂😂😂

[@stupidtookmynick]

I did this too XD Deleted all mods, deleted all save files, deleted everything :P when I finally return i'll start fresh.