• Graphics

    Distorted Animals

    October 19, 2011 /

    Problem Pets gives many players distorted animals. Graphic cards that were borderline now don’t work correctly anymore cause the requirements changed. The following issues can occur Distorted Animals with Lines Bulky Eyes Transparent fur  (Shadows) Blocky Fur Non-fluffly fur Without pictures Distorted animals in CAS Temporary Distorted animals when doing certain actions. Cause Depending on the error you’re seeing, the cause is different Distorted Animals with Lines This is due to a borderline or outdated graphic card. Make sure your card is supported (the list is not complete). If you are unsure, wait with spending money on the EP. You can…

  • Graphics

    Distorted Fences and Stairs

    February 18, 2011 /

    Problem Fences and stairs are shown distorted and as long lines on the screen. Cause This problem can usually been seen with ATI Radeon graphic cards. Solution Open the ATI Catalyst Control Center (or download it) in advanced mode and click on Return to Factory Default. If this solution does not help you or you don’t have a  ATI Radeon graphic cards this can be a first sign of your card getting bad. If that is the case you will see the same effect in other graphic intensive games and it’s not just stairs and fences.  Further Reading My Sims…