The Sims Alpha CC: A Guide to Installing and Playing with Custom Content

Maxis Match CC is pretty much what it sounds like: custom content by fans that's designed to match the stylized look of The Sims 4's original content created by Maxis. Many Simmers refer to CC as 'Alpha CC' and 'Maxis Match.' Alpha CC is intended to look more realistic, often adding special skin textures, eyes, and realistic clothing or furniture.

If you're new to The Sims Resource (TSR) or Maxis Match CC World, it can be overwhelming to find quality custom content. However, starting with featured artists can help you find what you're looking for quickly. There are also aggregator blogs and sites that you can surf to discover more custom content beyond the creators and packs we've collected here.

Before installing any custom content, remember that The Sims 4 disables Mods and CC every time it updates. To re-enable them in the game menu, restart your game after each update. It's also important to note that using Alpha CC is often accompanied by pose packs and other mods that can be game-changing in nature.

To install Alpha CC, follow these steps:

1. Download CC and unzip compressed folders if applicable.

2. Move the package files or an unzipped folder with the custom content into the Sims 4 'Mods' folder, which is located at: Documents/Electronic Arts/The Sims 4/Mods.

3. Restart your game and check the 'Mods' popup that appears at startup to be sure the CC you installed is listed.

4. Go to Game Options > Other and enable Custom Content and Mods.

Some popular Alpha CC creators include Pralinesims, who offers a range of custom content including skin overlays and clothing. For example, their PS Alpha Skin defines the dips, edges, and shadows of your Sim's skin in a realistic but not overly harsh way.

With these steps and a little patience, you can start exploring the endless world of Sims 4 CC and take your gameplay to the next level. Just remember to always follow the installation instructions carefully to ensure that your custom content is installed correctly and doesn't conflict with other mods or game updates.

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