Sims 3 Exchange Worlds

[Malva Ferster]

Just for clarification I use windows 10) I've been having an issue with my sims 3 exchange worlds not showing up in-game. When I uninstall and re-download them, it says they're in the game, but when I close the ts3 launcher an open it again it says they're not in the game. They're also definitely not showing up in the dropdown menu in-game. I've uninstalled ts3 and repaired it but nothing works.

Trash the new Sims 3 folder you've created, the one into which you've been installing store worlds. Move the old one back into Documents\Electronic Arts, and use the launcher to uninstall all the store worlds that haven't been working. Make sure to remove their .world files in InstalledWorlds as well, if it doesn't happen automatically. Then move the folder out of Documents\Electronic Arts again.

Open the launcher to create another clean folder, but this time, don't install anything yet. Go into DCBackup and delete ccmerged.package. Now go into DCBackup inside your old Sims 3 folder, copy ccmerged.package, and paste it into DCBackup in your new folder. This file has a record of all the store premium content you've installed, and that content won't work without the file. So you essentially need the same one ccmerged file to be present while you install all your premium content. (If you don't own any other premium store content aside from the worlds that don't work, you can skip this step and keep the new Sims 3 folder's new ccmerged in place.)

Now install the store worlds one at a time, checking in-game after each one to make sure they're all still loading. If everything works, you can move the store content into your old folder. Rename the Sims 3 folder into which you've installed your worlds, e.g. "The Sims 3 Worlds." Put the old Sims 3 folder back in Documents\Electronic Arts, and move the ccmerged.package over as well, again into DCBackup.

Now go into DCCache inside the old Sims 3 folder, and count the number of .ebc files. (Now .ebc, with the e, not .dbc.) They'll be labeled dcdbx.dbc, with x being a number; the files are numbered sequentially starting with zero. (Ignore the .edbc files, which are custom content.) Whatever the highest number is, you're going to rename the .ebc file(s) in your Sims 3 Worlds folder in sequence. So if your main Sims 3 folder has dcdb0.ebc through dcdb4.ebc, and you have dcdb0.ebc and dcdb1.ebc in your Sims 3 Worlds folder, those two will become dcdb5.ebc and dcdb6.ebc. Then you can move them to DCCache inside your main Sims 3 folder.

@emmagr11 If you install a store world into a clean user data folder, what happens? Move your entire Sims 3 folder out of Documents\Electronic Arts and onto your desktop. Open the launcher to create a new folder, then download one world from the Exchange and install it. Let me know whether it shows up.

@emmagr11 Great, so you can install your other Exchange worlds into this folder too. (They are third-party worlds from the Exchange, right, not EA store worlds? Because store worlds need an extra step to add them to your existing folder.) Install the worlds one at a time, test in-game, and make sure they're all loading before doing anything else.

Now go into DCCache inside the old Sims 3 folder, and count the number of .dbc files. They'll be labeled dcdbx.dbc, with x being a number; the files are numbered sequentially starting with zero. (Ignore the .ebc files, which are store content.) Whatever the highest number is, you're going to rename the .dbc file(s) in your Sims 3 Worlds folder in sequence. So if your main Sims 3 folder has dcdb0.dbc through dcdb4.dbc, and you have dcdb0.dbc and dcdb1.dbc in your Sims 3 Worlds folder, those two will become dcdb5.dbc and dcdb6.dbc. Then you can move them to DCCache inside your main Sims 3 folder.

I'm having the same problem....only I didn't create a new folder, one called installed worlds was there already or generates itself. The exchange worlds work too, and so do 4 store worlds. Its jusr the same 4 store worlds im having this with...but there is no new or old folder? Thats where im lost a bit.

after it's uninstalled if you don't want the exchange worlds anymore then go the electronics/arts/thesims3/downloads find the file delete it if you want the world for later on then cut and paste the file somewhere safe like a folder on the desktop

The worlds listed below are recommended by members who have downloaded and played these worlds. However, what works for one person may not work for another, so make sure to back up your game files before installing any of these worlds.

For more small worlds see Empty Worlds and Worlds Without Roads below.

Castle Island by Volvenom

Castle Island is a small community around a big fortress. I have made the mountain and the nature, the rest is up to you.

Mariners Reach by Johnnywr

This is a small island world created BEFORE the release of IP so dive lots are not included.

The world is beautiful and perfect for a retirement setting or a get away from it all vacation.

There are no schools for children, no offices for adults but plenty of clubs and bars to hang out at.

Paradise by Fuzzy Logic Dishwasher

There are 4 Community lots and 3 Residential lots. One small family could live here. 3 families could live here for a bit of life.

This island has all Common seed spawners and some uncommon, but no rare. It has all base game bug spawners, but not all base game butterfly spawners. More spawners can always be added.

Great little island get-away for vacation home or shipwreck challenge.

Fharhond Glacier by bakafox

A small, windswept Arctic island with a mountain, a glacier and a research station on the ice.

Requires: Pets (but can be loaded without it, although some rabbit holes, objects and plants will need replacing)

Residential Lots: 20, All Rabbitholes from Basegame and Pets included, Number of Residents: 0

Suvadiva Resort by Nilxis Designs

Small World - Awesome vacation destination

Number of Residential Lots: 14 (3 are empty) - Number of Community Lots: 18

Rabbit Holes included: Island Paradise Resorts, Bistro and Grocery - Spawners: Only fish and butterflies

More Tiny Lots can be easily added in most cases whereever you want them

Salmon Woods at My Sims Realty

"This beautiful, rustic world is a medium sized fishing village built around a large lake. There are several ponds, fishing areas and scenic wooded areas. This world has so much to do, including staying in two fine resorts, a fun family friendly arcade, and lots of places to fish!" Also features plenty of empty lots of all sizes. Houses and Community Lots are nicely furnished.

Aluna Island V4 at Sim Supply

This world has all the base game rabbit holes that are required for your sims to be able to work, go to school and shop.

It has seed, gem, fish and beetle spawners around the world for you to collect whatever you need.

It has 70 lots, most of which have unique landscapes.

There are absolutely no houses, or community lots (other than rabbit holes) in this release.

There are no sims living in the world by default.

Enekjaer Island by Fager Sims

Enekjaer is a Scandinavian world on a medium map and has 55 lots; 19 residential lots, 21 community lots and 15 blank lots for expansion.

It has most of the rabbit holes and the community lots.

The world is easy to re-design to your liking.

Includes dive spots, a hidden island and ports.

Winchester Farming Community by My Sims Realty

With rolling farmlands, dirt roads and a little red schoolhouse, you will want to download this world. Don't think though, that your sims will be lacking in nightlife opportunities, as this world also has several clubs and bars to enjoy that blend in with the rustic charm. The CAW files have been made available.

Special Note by Creator: Please note some rabbit holes are buried in the basements of various lots. These are noted in the description of each lot. If you do not want them in the basement, we recommend Jynx's Rabbit Hole Rugs and the Equestrian Center Door by Hexameter. There are a variety of mods that we enjoy at NRaas Industries that may enhance your gameplay as well, such as mods that stop certain types of traffic and that.

Yume No Shima by BehroLukasCZ

Yume No Shima was originally hosted at Custom Sims 3. To view the world, pictures are available at My Sims3 Blog

The download for this world (link above) is now at The Sims 3 Exchange.

Beautiful flat island world with rabbit holes and some spawners.

Commercial Lots: 47 - Residential Lots: 57 - Occupied Lots: 0 - Number of Residents: 0

Blue Bay by Mammut at Blacky's Sims Zoo

Unpopulated - Flat World

Blue Bay World medium size - Has all rabbit holes necessary for the town including a cemetery, small park and 1 starter house, all with original Maxis objects.

Plenty of lots of ALL sizes to build on are available.

Harmony by Magic_Dancer

The main area is the Big City surrounded by foggy swamp lands, a slice of farm country life, a windy mountain road, a touch of snow peaked mountains and never forget, the Desert of Nowhere.

Commercial Lots: 63 - Residential Lots : 55 - Occupied Lots: 8 - Number of Residents: 18

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