After years of having this game, but not being able to use it, I've finally installed it on my laptop. Now I'm filled with a ton of questions. To start off...

1. How do I use Sims I've created the Sims Creator in the game? If you know the answer to this, I need really detailed instructions. I'm not experienced in moving around files or anything, so if it involves something like that, I'll need extra help.

2. I've seen places where you can download extra hairstyles, skins, clothing, faces, etc. Do I need to download the things for Sims 1 or 2, or something special? When I do download them, how do I access them in the Sims Creator?

Thanks for any help, it's appreciated very MUCH!You need to shearch for Sims one they will be iff files any files with the extension package is for Sims 2. You will need to find where you installed the game under c. Most of the files you will download are probably going to be iff. Find a FOLDER called maxis and go into the Sim folder then to downloads and create a file so it can load them. The Sims characters should be in the families tab. You need a empty house to PUT them in. Theres a tutorial that will show up if you need help when it starts up in the game. It will take longer to load the game and some mite chrash the game. I've had that happen. There are help guides on google if you want to do something like WALLS and floors.If you browse the web or go to the Sims2 website theres premaid lots and houses and other STUFF like cars hairstyle and skins.