Refreshed Main Menu - 2.2 UPDATE – NO FULLSCREEN ADS, ULTRAWIDE SUPPORT, NEW BACKGROUNDS & MORE!
Added 2025-04-11 14:25:00 +0000 UTC
⚠️ This mod has been retired ⚠️
Refreshed Main Menu 3 is the next generation of the ultimate main menu override.
Brand-new look, numerous quality-of-life improvements, and unlimited, fully modular custom backgrounds that you can create and share.
ORIGINAL POST BELOW
A Main Menu Override That Respects Your Space.
Refreshed Main Menu comes with a brand-new style, tons of quality-of-life improvements, and 37 modular backgrounds.








✨ New April 2025 Features ✨
🟩 No Fullscreen Ads at Launch
Upon launching the game, you’ll no longer be greeted by those full-screen ads promoting new packs, sales, or events.

🟩 Blue Overlay Glitch Fix
If you experienced an annoying blue overlay glitch affecting the main menu, it’s finally a thing of the past! This mod resolves the glitch introduced by Maxis.

🟩 Ultrawide Screen Support
The new main menu introduced by Maxis this year was locked to a 16:9 resolution, leaving wider screens with black bars on the sides. But not anymore! This mod brings full ultrawide screen support — your menu will now cover the entire screen, with UI elements dynamically adjusting to their correct positions.

🟦 Optional: Family Portrait with No Frame
By popular demand, I’ve included an optional file that removes my custom picture frame behind the family portrait. This is yet another optional file to let you make the Refreshed Main Menu truly yours!

🟩 Now you can toggle the family portrait with the F key!
IMPORTANT: It’s impossible to tweak every single portrait size, so I’ve included an optional file called “SmallerFamilyPortrait.” If you use this file, the family will always fit within the picture frame, but depending on the number of Sims, they might appear a bit too small.
If you want your Sims to appear larger, don’t use the “SmallerFamilyPortrait” file. This setup works best for families with 1 OR 4 Sims. Other families will most likely go beyond the frame.
Changes will apply once you refresh your family portrait, such as by deleting the thumbnail cache file.
To better illustrate the issue, here’s a comparison:


HOW TO INSTALL THIS MOD:
1. Put the SimMattically_RefreshedMainMenu_BASE.package file in your Mods folder.
This file is required for the mod to work.
2. Choose the backgrounds you want from the Backgrounds folder.
You can mix and match the backgrounds. Use all, choose the favorites, or stick to just one – the choice is yours. Previews with names are listed below.
3. The OPTIONAL folder contains optional files to adjust the Refreshed Main Menu to your needs.
☑️ Choose only the features you want to use:
SimMattically_RefreshedMainMenu_AltLogo.package – changes the game’s logo in the upper left corner.
SimMattically_RefreshedMainMenu_FamilyPortraitInitiallyVisible.package – makes the family portrait visible by default when entering the main menu; without this file the family is initially hidden and can be seen with the F key.
SimMattically_RefreshedMainMenu_FamilyPortrait_NoFrame.package – displays the family portrait without the custom picture frame behind it.
SimMattically_RefreshedMainMenu_SmallerFamilyPortrait.package – ensures the family always fits within the custom picture frame (not always necessary, see details in the section above).

Changelog:
April 11th, 2025 - update 2.2 released; no fullscreen ads, overlay glitch fix, ultrawide screen support, 3 new backgrounds.
March 11th, 2025 - update 2.1 released; you can now toggle the family portrait with the F key.
January 17th, 2025 - Refreshed Main Menu is back; version 2.0 released.

Please ensure that you are acquainted with my TERMS OF USE.
Do not re-upload the mods to other websites or claim them as your own work.
Modifying the mods, including changing the images or any part of the content, or publishing them in altered form, is strictly prohibited.
Reusing or modifying any portion of the code written for these mods is not allowed.
These rules are established to maintain the integrity of my projects. Your adherence to these terms ensures that my work remains protected and respected within the modding community. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that while these rules are established, they are not exhaustive. This means that any actions taken in bad faith are also condemned.
Promotion and Attribution: I am glad if someone wishes to promote or showcase my mods. Feel free to do so, provided that proper attribution to the original creator is given, including a link to the download page or relevant social media account. However, please refrain from using ad-based link shorteners or similar services for this purpose.

AVAILABLE BACKGROUNDS:

⚠️ THIS MOD HAS BEEN RETIRED ⚠️
Refreshed Main Menu 3 is the next generation of the ultimate main menu override.
Brand-new look, numerous quality-of-life improvements, and unlimited, fully modular custom backgrounds that you can create and share.
AVAILABLE HERE:
👉🏻 https://www.patreon.com/posts/133777443 👈🏻
SimMattically
2025-08-21 17:16:27 +0000 UTC
I really hope you will update this one for the 1.117 update. It's a superior override <3
sphynxtrait
2025-08-19 20:06:51 +0000 UTC
COMPATIBLE WITH GAME VERSION 1.116 ✅
NOT COMPATIBLE WITH GAME VERSION 1.117 ⚠️
The latest update (game version 1.117) broke main menu overrides, that includes Refreshed Main Menu mods.
If you’d like to continue using Refreshed Main Menu 2, please don’t update your game for the time being.
SimMattically
2025-08-19 17:31:56 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much!
Unfortunately, these two mods cannot be combined because they essentially serve as main menu overrides. I would have to recreate the same feature in my mod, but I’m not sure about incorporating a very specific feature from another mod into mine to respect the work of other creators. I’ll see what I can do, though!
SimMattically
2025-07-30 17:28:34 +0000 UTC
This is such a lifesaver for the ad glitch! I thought it was my UI mods breaking until I played with no mods. The flow of the game is so nice with your refreshed loading screen too. My one problem is that I can't use thepancake1's "skip main menu and map" mod to load straight into my household while this mod is taking care of the ad glitch. Is it possible to make this mod (or 3.0) compatible with the menu skip mod, or to create a standalone ad fix?
Gwin Rose
2025-07-30 16:09:53 +0000 UTC
Yes, it’s compatible! But the base file is large because of the old format this previous version uses.
The Refreshed Main Menu 3.0 base cuts the size down to just a few megabytes, and it only grows depending on how many backgrounds you add.
SimMattically
2025-07-29 22:38:09 +0000 UTC
Is this still compatible with the game even though you have the 3.0 version out?? And does the file have to be so big? Not sure if you have another available that doesnt take 100,000 + in space Im trying to save to purchase more disc space for my local disc and since I have SO MANY mods that I keep up with and actually love it sucks that this file is so LARGE :( & I cant let go of anything lol
NATASHA R.
2025-07-29 22:04:26 +0000 UTC
these backgrounds are gorgeous. you are truly one of most intuitive modders out there <3
s a v a n n a h
2025-07-21 19:33:57 +0000 UTC
I have all the files in my game, and my family isn't showing up on the main menu. Am I supposed to only have one file at a time?
ThatGirl77
2025-07-13 16:14:54 +0000 UTC
thank you so much for this! i can finally play the game without that stupid grey-out from the popups!
Rumour13
2025-07-13 02:42:18 +0000 UTC
这个不更新了吗
06Sept
2025-07-12 13:26:14 +0000 UTC
I'm working on an update to solve this issue! :)
SimMattically
2025-06-29 15:36:29 +0000 UTC
unfortunately I've been getting the fullscreen ads and the glitch back since the most recent game update
HaechansBabie
2025-06-28 13:15:09 +0000 UTC
i'm looking for this answer too, and judging by the fact that the standalone remove cart one says it does, i'm guessing it does too. gonna test it and will let you know. i had issues with the blue screen fix.
Sloane Kay
2025-06-15 22:46:21 +0000 UTC
Hey! There is absolutely no problem with comparing my mod to others. They serve as a great example for new requests. :) I’m currently developing Refreshed Main Menu 3, so any new feature is welcome. I will look into this and see what I can do!
SimMattically
2025-06-09 00:54:08 +0000 UTC
I hate to ask this of you because you are different than other creators. We are all different from each other. I love your main menu mod. I just can't stand how small my family is.. And unfortunately, I'm going to compare it to another main menu mod by Lijou ( https://www.patreon.com/posts/main-menu-121080986 ), and yours and theirs are quite similar, except you have the glitch fix which I need and you have the beautiful background photos. So of course I chose yours, but they have the family nice and big on the main screen. And I really like how big it is... Is there any way you can make a version? Or could you tell me how to edit a file to make the family appear big on the main screen? I don't mind going in and editing any file that you tell me to in order to get the family to appear big like that. because I don't have any right to ask you to create a new version of your main menu mod just because I want the family to appear bigger. I'm more than happy to do it myself if you just give me a few simple instructions. The link above is to their main menu mod and you can see how big the family is.
SiimplyJessica
2025-06-09 00:12:22 +0000 UTC
is this known to conflict with better build buy? i know BBB hides the purchase menu and ive been having some BBB issues since the most recent update so i'm trying to narrow down what's clashing
Ren Whitlock
2025-06-02 21:37:54 +0000 UTC
Matt, I'd just like to say your overrides are excellent. It feels like I'm playing Sims 4 in an alternate universe with your mods installed in the best way possible and it breathes much-needed fresh life into an otherwise aging game.
Joshua McCutcheon
2025-05-25 08:22:02 +0000 UTC
I think your best bet is to run your own testing. 1) Take out all except this mod. 2) Run the game and see if it's working okay. 3) Close the game and add in half of your mods, run the game again and see if the issue returned. If it's back, then the conflict is between this mod and one of those you added. Take them out again to a separate folder where you can keep adding in some at a time as you keep looking for which one triggers the conflict.
Oddivia
2025-05-12 17:07:26 +0000 UTC
hi, the main menu mod comes up as broken, I know you've addressed it in the below comment but could you have any idea what could be conflicting ? sorry to ask again :)
Justdoitnike
2025-05-05 22:14:26 +0000 UTC
Hey! Thank you for pointing out a specific issue, that helps! I will check it once I have a moment and will release an update if necessary!
SimMattically
2025-05-02 15:14:00 +0000 UTC
I think the latest update broke this mod a bit. Nothing major but some UI elements are a bit wonky and it's hard to read the new pack intros when those are installed. I hope this mod won't need a new update for every hotfix & patch for your sake :(
Gina Tonik
2025-05-02 15:02:15 +0000 UTC
Once again Thank You! Your content is amazing.
Baroness Bat
2025-04-22 18:28:34 +0000 UTC
this still doesn't work for me...... and thats sad becuase i wanna use yours but if it doesnt work idk what to do :) unless you could possibly tell me what to do.......... thanks :(
skye skye
2025-04-22 18:27:20 +0000 UTC
EDIT: Thank you for the update! I’m glad you worked it out.
SimMattically
2025-04-22 16:45:21 +0000 UTC
Unfortunately, only a few of the features work for me. I still experience the blue screen glitch, as well as not being able to use the hot keys. I have everything installed as stated. I'm not sure if I have a conflicting mod or not, but I did remove anything related to the Main Menu. I'll try to troubleshoot it some more and find anything that could be causing the issues. Update: I was the issue LOL. Apparently when I was installing the custom backgrounds in my mod folders I forgot to grab the MainMenu package file. So, in conclusion I need to double check behind myself. I'm so sorry!
Jennifer Harkless
2025-04-22 16:40:39 +0000 UTC
Hey! Thank you 😊
You can organize the files however you like, there’s no specific requirement :)
The intro override mod comes in two versions, one with SulSul and one without. Just make sure you’re using the right one and don’t have any other intro overrides in your game!
SimMattically
2025-04-19 15:06:29 +0000 UTC
https://www.patreon.com/posts/125142133?utm_campaign=postshare_creator
SimMattically
2025-04-19 11:58:53 +0000 UTC
is there a way to ONLY download the no full screen ads? i don't want any of the other features. just the ad removal.
Lena Coleman
2025-04-19 04:22:12 +0000 UTC
Wow, thank you for the update, so can I make a folder inside my Mods folder called Simmattically - Refreshed Main Menu v.2.0 and put all the backgrounds and those optional files I need all in there together with SimMattically_RefreshedMainMenu_BASE.package all in the same folder, does it work?
I also love your other Intro Mod, where the Sul Sul should be heared, I installed it days ago, opened my game but I couldn't hear any Sul Sul. I have Scripted Mods and everything enabled and I always clear my caches.
Thank you for the update, it's amazing. I love how you include every feature in this mod. No Ads and the portraits look beautiful.
LuciaSims
2025-04-16 15:30:18 +0000 UTC
Ultrawide Screen Support, absolute legend. Now we just need loading screens with this and I'm set. Cheers!
Medicman
2025-04-14 11:28:52 +0000 UTC
Well that fixed it
Kelsey Pourciau
2025-04-13 00:30:18 +0000 UTC
I can't reroll the backgrounds. Do I need to move them out the backgrounds folder?
Kelsey Pourciau
2025-04-13 00:02:57 +0000 UTC
Sounds like you’re using two different mods for the main menu at the same time. Make sure you’re only using Refreshed Main Menu and no other main menu override.
SimMattically
2025-04-12 23:44:53 +0000 UTC
Hello! I’m having a bit of trouble with this mod. For some reason, the backgrounds are not showing up. I do see the bottom left that says “modified by..” but im not sure what the problem is. Thank you!
Motolani
2025-04-12 23:05:28 +0000 UTC
The family portrait should be off by default!
SimMattically
2025-04-12 11:57:47 +0000 UTC
I'm going to download this now as I recently made a lot of MM through the collab you did with Sims 4 Mod Manager and those backgrounds are no longer working for me. I t would be awesome if we could use those too but it's okay. Thank you so much for this. the MM is boring lol
karina kay
2025-04-12 06:17:10 +0000 UTC
fantastic work!!! a must have mod - but is there a way to set the family portrait to be off by default 3 for some reason since ea updated the menu, cc hairs have been bugged and aren't showing :(
jane doe
2025-04-12 05:16:42 +0000 UTC
No, you can only use backgrounds that come with this main menu mod.
SimMattically
2025-04-11 20:56:32 +0000 UTC
Your Main Menu Mod is THE ONLY ONE I allow myself to use, as it's the best quality I've ever found and the fact that we can mix & match the backgrounds ?? Puh-lease🫰 ... Thank you so much for your hard work !
Icy Vicy ♡
2025-04-11 20:54:08 +0000 UTC
Can we use other custom backgrounds with this mod?
Lucky
2025-04-11 19:10:41 +0000 UTC
Hey! Thank you.
I don't plan any tutorials on this.
SimMattically
2025-04-11 16:57:43 +0000 UTC
Hi! First of all, thanks for this mod,it's awesome) But I have some questions: are you planning to make some tutorials how to create something like this yourself, which tools are best for this (JPEX FF Decoder is very unfriendly and complicated) in order not to violate your or any other creator's TOU? Thanks in advance)
Rasmus Massie
2025-04-11 16:18:09 +0000 UTC
You are the BEST!!!
Orchid
2025-04-11 16:14:57 +0000 UTC
April 11th, 2025 – UPDATE 2.2 RELEASED FOR PUBLIC!
NEW FEATURES:
✋🏻 No Fullscreen Ads at Launch
🔵 Blue Overlay Glitch Fix
🖥️ Ultrawide Screen Support
🌆 New Nordhaven Backgrounds
🖼️ Optional: Family Portrait with No Picture Frame Behind
UPDATE NOW & ENJOY!
SimMattically
2025-04-11 14:34:36 +0000 UTC
Same thing keeps happening to me
mxch3
2025-03-29 09:10:48 +0000 UTC
wait so if i still have from the first one, and still have the file of only the backgrounds i wanna use, can i delete the new ones in this? and drag the ones i want into it??
skye skye
2025-03-27 11:40:21 +0000 UTC
Hey tried adding the mod but I am still getting the annoying pop up ads at launch. Is there a way to stop that from happening?
Kaotik Insanity
2025-03-27 02:34:57 +0000 UTC
this is INCREDIBLE!! thank you so much, as always, for all the great stuff you create for the community!
talia j.
2025-03-26 00:29:00 +0000 UTC
This is AWESOME!!! Thank you, so much!
Sheri
2025-03-26 00:23:25 +0000 UTC
You're such a lifesaver, thank you so much for this!
Pxneapple
2025-03-25 19:32:10 +0000 UTC
Yes!! This happens to me all the time!! It TRULY aggravates my soul 😤
Lynelle Varona-Harris
2025-03-19 21:27:14 +0000 UTC
I was trying to make my own main menu backdrop but im having a hard time trying to figure out how to upload custom main menu files 😅i was wondering if you could drop a tutorial?
Chiamaka Okoro
2025-03-18 20:08:01 +0000 UTC
I’m pretty sure this is a game bug. A lot of people have complained that the ad pop-ups at launch are broken and causing issues. :(
SimMattically
2025-03-16 10:07:43 +0000 UTC
it's not working for me unfortunately
Jose Escobedo
2025-03-16 10:05:00 +0000 UTC
wow tysm! this fixed mine too.
Nicole Mills
2025-03-15 14:30:51 +0000 UTC
Its okay, I managed to fix it! Make sure to delete the thumbnail cache files in your sims folder, local thumbnail cache and then the thumbnail cache folder I think its called? It sorted my issue out
vherden
2025-03-14 23:04:18 +0000 UTC
I am also having this problem, thanks for helping me confirm which mod to take out!
Nicole Mills
2025-03-14 22:55:38 +0000 UTC
Hi, this mod seems to glitch out for me, it leaves this semi-transparent overlay over the top so I can't click load save or anything, I can only press the top right x that closes apps on my laptop. This then brings up the close sims menu which I can click but everything else cannot. This has only happened today, it started with the old one so I updated it to the new one which still has the issue, could it be incompatible with any map overrides or something?
vherden
2025-03-14 22:19:40 +0000 UTC
Thanks so much - that EA screen was starting to burn my eyes!
Vettac
2025-03-13 21:19:11 +0000 UTC
Your AMAZING!!!
soup
2025-03-12 17:38:40 +0000 UTC
just released!
jerry
2025-03-11 16:16:42 +0000 UTC
YIPPEEEEE ive never been so happy to get an email about a patreon post
jerry
2025-03-11 16:16:36 +0000 UTC
Could you please make our families visible but with the option of seeing them without the portrait and just keep the backgrounds instead? Thanks if you consider it!
Cata
2025-03-09 17:38:44 +0000 UTC
When does the one with the family portrait become unlocked, I thought it would be unlocked by now but I could be wrong, I haven't updated my game yet as I'm waiting for all the mods to be done, but I'd love to have this!
QueenWarrior4
2025-03-05 16:40:59 +0000 UTC
wow this is so cool! thank you for your hard work!
blackbimbo444
2025-03-05 01:54:06 +0000 UTC
doest work anymore my sims 4 version is at 1.113.277.1030 now
Daniel Smith
2025-03-04 09:01:28 +0000 UTC
Hey y'all :) The mod should be working with no issues on the game version 1.113 :) they haven't changed anything. I'm also not getting any better exception reports when using my mod.
SimMattically
2025-03-03 08:53:44 +0000 UTC
currently betterexceptions is flagging it, id give simmatically a few days if not a week to update it :)
twofrenchrobots
2025-03-03 03:13:45 +0000 UTC
Hi, is this okay to use after the update?
alliyah
2025-02-28 21:41:34 +0000 UTC
this is so wonderful, i loved this before the update but especially now with all the clutter, this is gorgeous. thank you<3
Allyson
2025-02-24 01:28:28 +0000 UTC
can't thank you enough for this! especially with frequent kit releases the notification on the store drives me bonkers, and this is just so much nicer to look at and immerse you into the game-world
Kennedie
2025-02-21 15:52:49 +0000 UTC
Repository has been archived and it’s not available anymore! But there will be a new tool soon. :)
SimMattically
2025-02-19 21:52:24 +0000 UTC
Hi! The repository post is not available with a subscription, or did I need to buy another one?
CinnamonBun
2025-02-19 21:33:31 +0000 UTC
I just found about your content today. I will say though, after checking some of your work, I am hooked. I will definitely keep an eye out for more cool stuff that you will make in the future. Stay healthy and frosty lad. o7
Has A Nori
2025-02-16 21:47:06 +0000 UTC
Most likely the beginning of March! :)
SimMattically
2025-02-16 12:31:51 +0000 UTC
When will version 2.1 be public? I love this refresh but i want my sims portrait on there too
Leigha
2025-02-15 15:59:55 +0000 UTC
FIXED*
Somehow they duplicated themselves. I don't even know how.
Russian Succubus
2025-02-07 06:27:51 +0000 UTC
Neither this or the intro mod are working for me. I don't know why.
Russian Succubus
2025-02-07 06:22:35 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much for this! So much nicer than the new unmodded menu... the new menu also removed support for ultrawides and now has black bars either side, I'd be so grateful if you happen to find a solution to this too! But honestly already so happy with this menu mod <3
eth0net
2025-02-07 00:45:08 +0000 UTC
tysm <3 i wish they were smart and advertised other packs like this, which would be 100x prettier and more subtle, but nope, corporate memphis it is lol
ana vitoria
2025-02-03 17:40:09 +0000 UTC
I would love to! I’ve been experimenting with it but never found the answer. It’s also hard to test since the pop-up doesn’t always appear, so I have no way of knowing if my changes actually work. :\
SimMattically
2025-02-03 17:22:31 +0000 UTC
It‘s amazing! Could you add an ad block in the beginning when you boot the game someday?
Lilien Heit
2025-02-03 17:20:29 +0000 UTC
Eu amo o seu mod e estou recomendando ele para todo mundo que eu conheço. O Meu jogo está tão bonito, aconchegante e elegante! Muito obrigada! ♥
Lullaby
2025-02-03 15:30:37 +0000 UTC
good god thank you so much for this
oliver
2025-02-03 08:05:07 +0000 UTC
Thank you omg.. I hate the way the new sims screen looked like and couldn't stand it. Thank you for this man
Lia
2025-02-01 21:45:54 +0000 UTC
Hi! I appreciate it, but I’m responsible for my mods and prefer not to redistribute them. My Terms of Use don’t allow changes to my mod, so I’d like to keep it that way.
SimMattically
2025-01-30 18:59:46 +0000 UTC
Hi! I really liked this menu and would love to adapt it for myself to share with the Russian-speaking community. Would it be okay to use it with proper credit and a link to your work?
If you have any recommendations or conditions, I’d be happy to consider them before publishing. 😊
Anastasiia
2025-01-30 18:50:14 +0000 UTC
This is amazing. Thank you!!
Earl Grey
2025-01-30 13:32:50 +0000 UTC
This makes the menu look BEAUTIFUL ! Thank You very much !!
TT
2025-01-30 06:19:19 +0000 UTC
U'RE OUR SAVIOR
ayonG
2025-01-29 16:34:31 +0000 UTC
i love how it looks but i like in the normal one that the family is in the menu, can you add them too?
Teapressed
2025-01-29 15:41:45 +0000 UTC
thank you SO MUCH for this! i LOVE this main menu mod so much. i love that i can have multiple screens in my folder at the same time and shuffle through them. i love your work!
sarah ୧ ‧₊˚
2025-01-27 00:12:57 +0000 UTC
I had to take it out of my game for some reason. I haven't figured out it out quite yet but it wouldn't let me get to the main screen, it was pitch black
Quiara Williams
2025-01-26 17:56:48 +0000 UTC
I screamed when I saw this! Thank you for all you do. Wishing you all the best!! 💝💌
feelzyfeelz
2025-01-26 12:36:28 +0000 UTC
Aw thanks so much. My game looks so much nicer now ♥
SoulSisterSims
2025-01-26 09:16:55 +0000 UTC
Is there no way to show the family like used to?
Amanda Zagui
2025-01-25 03:34:49 +0000 UTC
Can you tutorial pleaseee? I wanna make my own...
PearlOceans
2025-01-24 17:40:42 +0000 UTC
OMG!!!! THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH for making a new refresh menu so quick. My soul died a little every time I looked at the base game menu, now I don't have to anymore. Amen, Hallelujah!!
Aêlith NightBloom
2025-01-23 17:13:22 +0000 UTC
Thanks!! Wasn't expecting the update at all. Very happy, EA's main screen is depressing. Hope you're feeling better 💕.
Ror
2025-01-23 13:22:48 +0000 UTC
Absolutely incredible. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
Kianna Newbrough
2025-01-23 02:25:46 +0000 UTC
Beautiful work! Absolutely love this! Thank you ♥
nengster65
2025-01-22 21:35:35 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much you're a saver!! the new mainscreen was hideous
Laura
2025-01-22 17:43:39 +0000 UTC
yay I'm happy for you and glad I could help!
Kris
2025-01-22 17:13:39 +0000 UTC
Thank you very much, much appreciated ❤️
SimMattically
2025-01-22 09:23:16 +0000 UTC
I'm so happy to see an updated version of the main menu; it brings me so much joy, but I hope you're also taking care of yourself too! I'm very proud of you for pushing through for us and I hope you put in the same amount of effort into being happy as well! ❤️
Lunar - Mel
2025-01-22 04:31:00 +0000 UTC
thank you! it worked I'm so happy I Literally cannot thank you enough lol
LisaJayy
2025-01-22 03:20:11 +0000 UTC
thank you literally so much for making this free immediately this looks and works amazing
Saniyah
2025-01-22 02:51:12 +0000 UTC
I love you, Matt <3
Sara K
2025-01-21 23:48:26 +0000 UTC
THANK YOU SO MUCH 🥺 THANK YOU FOR YOUR WORK ✨🤝
Umm_Litshi
2025-01-21 23:42:08 +0000 UTC
Oh wow, I wasn't expecting one so quickly after the update!! This is incredible, your mods have been a staple in my game since I found you. I hope to support you once my income becomes more disposable
Somasu
2025-01-21 22:31:38 +0000 UTC
Thank you for taking your time to give us this amazing replacement. The new menu is such a sore to an eye, this is beautiful.
Mana
2025-01-21 19:09:43 +0000 UTC
Hey! i love the new main menu but i wanted to know if there was a way i can keep the sims of the current household i´m playing as in the menu whille using the backrounds of the mod. You did a beutifull job with the new backrounds btw.
PalalaPala
2025-01-21 18:33:46 +0000 UTC
That's fantastic! Wish there was 2nd optional tho with family showing. I know it's a stretch, but would it be an option? I love seeing my last played sims
Lilianna Niflheim
2025-01-21 08:44:14 +0000 UTC
This scrolling background design is so cool! I was wondering if you've considered creating a version that would allow us to easily replace the background with our own images while still maintaining the scrolling background effect?
lacieuuu
2025-01-21 07:11:54 +0000 UTC
I suggest first deleting cachestr, onlinethumbnailcache, game version.txt, localthumbcache! I always do this in the case of any update and when changing or updating mods that change the interface of the game. And also as an extra step I'd suggest going to the EA app and selecting to repair the game. I *do* want to note though that if you have any in-game lighting mods, that you'd have to reinstall them as repairing the game will remove them and set the game back to its original lighting. I do hope this helps though!
Kris
2025-01-21 06:42:09 +0000 UTC
This is incredible, thank you!!!
sarah kate
2025-01-21 03:52:42 +0000 UTC
I'm just repeating everyone else here, but I feel I gotta say a BIG THANK YOU anyway. It's imperative that you know how appreciated you are. My condolences to you as well. Best wishes ♥
XhiaShepard
2025-01-21 03:05:53 +0000 UTC
thank you very much,I can't imagine what I'd do without a replacement🥹
Emma
2025-01-21 00:24:51 +0000 UTC
I had one of the others installed prior to the update. now that it's updated and Deleted it's still showing up with my menu selections stacked im not sure what to do. Could someone Help please?
LisaJayy
2025-01-20 23:14:53 +0000 UTC
And the Sims team should hire because this is amazing. tysm.
Kiki Doll
2025-01-20 22:39:52 +0000 UTC
This is amazing, thank you very much for your hard work!
Angie Lavellan
2025-01-20 19:27:10 +0000 UTC
I love u so much. ): U just save my entire game and my desire to play again <3
Vannte
2025-01-20 18:38:14 +0000 UTC
This would be awesome! Maybe you're able to put the sims there in a perspective like in the stream last week, where the sims in the center are a little bit more in the front and and a little bigger than the outer sims which were a litte more in the back and smaller. Idk what this perspective is called.... Like them standing in an visual "V" position so to speak
Cherry0nTop
2025-01-20 09:02:47 +0000 UTC
The speed at which this came out is crazy! Thank you so much for your hard work, and, as someone who's also mourning a recent loss in my close family, I genuinely hope that working on it gave you some peace and satisfaction <3
dafty the optimist
2025-01-20 03:25:29 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much ! You are a LIFESAVER !!!
Rysta MIas
2025-01-20 03:13:31 +0000 UTC
Thank you very much.
SimMattically
2025-01-20 02:07:40 +0000 UTC
The devil works hard, but Sims modders work harder. Coming off the tail end of a post talking about how you're trying to deal with grief and loss, only to get this a few days later.... In the most positive way, that's wild and I hope you're doing well.
CircusCuties
2025-01-19 23:21:24 +0000 UTC
thank you so much!! can they all be downloaded at the same time or can we only do one at a time?
Marlene Rose
2025-01-19 22:52:18 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much for this!
Sille
2025-01-19 22:27:20 +0000 UTC
Excellent call!
TayeSimz
2025-01-19 18:21:47 +0000 UTC
Wow, thank you! That makes me happy. Hugs from afar.
FeenSims
2025-01-19 18:18:26 +0000 UTC
Well you are rocking it so far! Thank you!
Merry Simmaker
2025-01-19 18:07:41 +0000 UTC
I’m working on it! :)
I’m trying to come up with something that will satisfy me visually. I don’t want the family to be “floating” on these backgrounds. Stay tuned :)
SimMattically
2025-01-19 18:01:53 +0000 UTC
I’m working on it! :)
I’m trying to come up with something that will satisfy me visually. I don’t want the family to be “floating” on these backgrounds. Stay tuned :)
SimMattically
2025-01-19 18:01:37 +0000 UTC
Hi, new follower here from seeing your mod on Sims Community. Thank you for this, seriously b/c this new screen made me not even want to open my game. I do not know what they were thinking. My small request if it's possible is to see the household for resume game. Helps me b/c I play rotating families and do not always want to resume the same family.
Merry Simmaker
2025-01-19 17:57:22 +0000 UTC
Would you please also make it possible for the household to be seen?
FeenSims
2025-01-19 16:45:48 +0000 UTC
Wow. That's really cool. I got myself a Sulani. It looks great. It would be great to make a boot screen with the same screenshots. Then everything would be in the same style 😍😍😍
Slasti
2025-01-19 16:11:12 +0000 UTC
OMG Thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️ I hope you and your family will be okay 🙏 ///idk what happened/// Don't forget to take care of yourself. luv :3
Juljina
2025-01-19 15:32:14 +0000 UTC
amazing ~ ☆ happy to wait :) thank you again!
Bee Poshek
2025-01-19 15:04:48 +0000 UTC
omg thank youuu
🫧
2025-01-19 15:03:56 +0000 UTC
this is like when sliced bread was made! Thank you so much for your work :DDD
Cellosou
2025-01-19 15:01:26 +0000 UTC
Thanks !!
Manwen
2025-01-19 14:43:33 +0000 UTC
I’m working on it! :)
I’m trying to come up with something that will satisfy me visually. I don’t want the family to be “floating” on these backgrounds.
SimMattically
2025-01-19 14:41:28 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much for this mod! I'm literally kicking my feet when I succesfully installed it! You are an angel!
Mhai
2025-01-19 14:35:51 +0000 UTC
I got help on the discord! Turns out I had another UI Mod that I had completely forgotten about! I removed it and have no issues !! Thanks for the help :)
Rinnybab Art
2025-01-19 14:16:19 +0000 UTC
thk <3
Elias
2025-01-19 13:47:51 +0000 UTC
The only UI mod I have is the more cas columns mod by Weerbesu. I took the mod out but I’m still experiencing the same problem. I joined the sims after dark discord so I can troubleshoot it more, thanks!
Rinnybab Art
2025-01-19 12:26:56 +0000 UTC
I'd like that too.
Holden Roth
2025-01-19 10:30:16 +0000 UTC
yess i would love this
judy j
2025-01-19 06:01:45 +0000 UTC
Is it possible for us to get a version where we could have your backgrounds but still have our sims family show? <3 thank you so much for your work!
Bee Poshek
2025-01-19 04:13:53 +0000 UTC
omg saved my game ty
Abbie Robbins
2025-01-19 02:20:28 +0000 UTC
Yay! So happy to have your override back ❤️
CreepyCasesOf
2025-01-19 01:36:02 +0000 UTC
Does this remove the sims from the main menu by any chance? ;u; i hope so lol
CeeCee
2025-01-19 01:13:29 +0000 UTC
Thank you!!!
Raye W.
2025-01-19 00:29:47 +0000 UTC
thank you so so much for your work!!! <33
Midnight
2025-01-18 22:07:09 +0000 UTC
Hello! I have this problem as well from different UI mods. Take out every mod that is UI or Map or Main Menu or Font AND TOOL and see if it works. if you can't figure it out I suggest joining simsafterdark and I can help more there
Đārk ređ
2025-01-18 21:34:34 +0000 UTC
Can you post these pictures so i can download them they are so cutee!
Matty
2025-01-18 20:57:21 +0000 UTC
I had a girl on tiktok help me lol but thank u its so pretty!!!
Itsacruzthing_
2025-01-18 20:14:52 +0000 UTC
For some reason when I load up my game the start screen music plays and the mouse appears but the background is dark? I put the file in my mods folder, did I do something wrong?
Rinnybab Art
2025-01-18 19:58:05 +0000 UTC
I love the loading screen version of this, I'm excited to add to my game! Is there a limit on how many backgrounds to choose from?
Chantal
2025-01-18 19:46:40 +0000 UTC
THIS IS SO COOL. Loving the rolling through the background options!! <3
Simterior
2025-01-18 19:43:23 +0000 UTC
What an unexpected and pleasant surprise! Thank you very much. I hope everything is slowly getting better for you, as much as it can in such a difficult period of your life. Take care of yourself and have a nice day. You are amazing <3
Roxy
2025-01-18 19:22:31 +0000 UTC
Just download file, unzip, add base, pick the background you want. Make sure you put it in your mods 📂 *it is also at the top right under HOW TO INSTALL*
QueenReseSims
2025-01-18 18:36:30 +0000 UTC
I knew that I could count on you, love ya!
Jon Mars
2025-01-18 18:34:56 +0000 UTC
These are incredible! Thanks so much for offering them to everyone right away. That's very kind of you.
Toni Hawthorne
2025-01-18 17:54:44 +0000 UTC
is there a tutorial with how to download it?
Itsacruzthing_
2025-01-18 17:17:09 +0000 UTC
thank you omg!!
MoodyYoongi
2025-01-18 16:30:40 +0000 UTC
Thank you so so so so much for this mod. ♥
Mariah
2025-01-18 16:08:52 +0000 UTC
These are lush! I really didn't want my family ( with missing CC) showing up and the new menu is eye burningly awful. Thank you!
Darksimz
2025-01-18 15:02:00 +0000 UTC
This is so cool!! The update made the menu so ugly and thanks to you i actually might like it better than the original menu. thank you so much!
ILoveMyRabbit325 Martin
2025-01-18 13:44:58 +0000 UTC
Thanks! My mod uses a different method for loading the background compared to regular texture overrides, so it won’t be compatible with other mods of this type.
SimMattically
2025-01-18 13:29:23 +0000 UTC
Yes! I definitely have some ideas that I’ll work on :)
SimMattically
2025-01-18 13:27:06 +0000 UTC
Thank you very very much. ❤️ I appreciate that.
SimMattically
2025-01-18 13:25:50 +0000 UTC
this is so cool! tysm for updating this! but i have an important question, with just using your base file, would it be possible to use other bg overrides and be able to use the reroll function or is it just yours?
wind
2025-01-18 13:02:53 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much!!
HeppiSims
2025-01-18 12:31:16 +0000 UTC
thank you so much for this <3
Jasmine Browning
2025-01-18 11:37:31 +0000 UTC
These are all so beauitful! Thank you for sharing :)
Melissa
2025-01-18 11:14:33 +0000 UTC
I actually like the idea of sim family on the main menu, do you think you could make a version where all the annoying elements are away and only the background behind the sims is changed to something nicer?
Mary Tunun
2025-01-18 08:37:57 +0000 UTC
You're amazing
Alba Dreammore
2025-01-18 07:54:27 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much! I hope you are finding time to relax and take care of yourself.
Sunny Love Holiday
2025-01-18 07:32:31 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much. youre literally the GOAT
K M
2025-01-18 07:00:33 +0000 UTC
Thank you for all that you do to help the Sims community with the EA annoyances! 💜 I sincerely hope that you and your family are doing as best as you can be during this time, and you have my condolences for your loss. 🫂 But please remember to practice self-care and to take care of your mental health!! Your community will wait for you, so please don’t rush back before you’re ready.
mashem1145
2025-01-18 05:40:11 +0000 UTC
I love you SimMattically
amiyah
2025-01-18 05:12:26 +0000 UTC
Incredible work! CC creators never cease to amaze me, thank you SimMattically!!!
Emily
2025-01-18 04:25:54 +0000 UTC
omg thank you so much, you are really a life saver qwq
Naib Subedar
2025-01-18 04:08:58 +0000 UTC
Wow, this is astonishing! I can't live without it, I love it! Thank you very much!
Lucia The Sylveon
2025-01-18 03:33:48 +0000 UTC
Thank you :) and yes, since I have the base ready now, it will be much easier for me to recreate the rest of my mods. I’m going to take care of them soonish.
SimMattically
2025-01-18 03:20:10 +0000 UTC
You are a life saver, wish you all the best 💕💕💕
Penelope Zhao
2025-01-18 03:05:40 +0000 UTC
Thank you!!!!!!!! I teared up having to delete your main menu but I was fully committed to your break! We don't deserve you! Do you think the dynamic menu will work with the way the new menus work?
Samantha Jackson
2025-01-18 03:03:02 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much, you're awesome <3
NoNayNever
2025-01-18 02:32:15 +0000 UTC
OMG THANK YOU. I had to temporarily cheat on you just to get that awful main menu out of my sight lol. So happy you're back but like others have said, be sure to still take care of yourself <3
daluved1
2025-01-18 01:56:41 +0000 UTC
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
PaladinDraak
2025-01-18 00:59:43 +0000 UTC
gentle forehead kisses to you for always bringing us lovely home screens, thank you!!!
jupiter
2025-01-18 00:21:46 +0000 UTC
I have multiple ideas involving the family picture being displayed! :) stay tuned
SimMattically
2025-01-17 23:35:12 +0000 UTC
There shouldn’t be any issues
SimMattically
2025-01-17 23:34:30 +0000 UTC
One question, is the loading screens working in this update?
Chofis Aquino
2025-01-17 23:12:07 +0000 UTC
thank you. so. much. are you planning on making a version that has the sim family still in the centre? (with a plain background so we can see them*)
Violet Woods
2025-01-17 22:48:13 +0000 UTC
Here I was ready to say goodbye to my favourite main menu mod... Only to log in the next day and find it updated!!! TYSM <3 I thought it would take longer, you must've been working hard!
Who Knows
2025-01-17 22:46:28 +0000 UTC
omg love this <3333 do u plan to update dark mode edition as well? i loved how simple it was
ziv
2025-01-17 21:46:29 +0000 UTC
ATE THIS UPPPPPP. hope all is well at home 🤍
Kiana Williams
2025-01-17 21:40:51 +0000 UTC
OMG this is so amazing!! Ur so talented:) TYSM!!<3
Melina
2025-01-17 21:38:08 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much for getting this out so quick despite what your going through! My menu is back to being amazing!!! the fact that "The" and "Household" are stuck onto the loaded save (Meaning my custom households look a little silly, like The Trio being The The Trio Household) so it does bug me, but I assume thats hardcoded. I do also kinda miss the sims being in the frame but I get thats not the goal of the replacement. Just super happy to have this! and with rotating backgrounds now???? You've outdone yourself in such a short time!
XxKiwixX
2025-01-17 21:35:16 +0000 UTC
thank you but please take care of yourself.
formerly known as urs
2025-01-17 21:22:47 +0000 UTC
Hi, love the new update. I was so wondering if you could make a version that allows your sims to still be up front?
Abigail Blackwod
2025-01-17 21:18:07 +0000 UTC
Thanks for your reply and that's too bad, but either way nice mod. :)
callingmethere
2025-01-17 21:12:18 +0000 UTC
Yay soo happy this is back! Thank you so much for updating it 🤩🩷 and also thanks for removing that annoying red dot!
sofia
2025-01-17 21:11:16 +0000 UTC
Hey :) they only work with my mod.
SimMattically
2025-01-17 21:10:02 +0000 UTC
Hiya, I saw someone on Patreon that just replaced the background image of the main meny and loved your bg pics, can I use them to change just the bg picture or do the only work with the rest of your mod?
callingmethere
2025-01-17 21:08:15 +0000 UTC
Your mods are lovely, thanks so much!
EK
2025-01-17 20:37:44 +0000 UTC
Yay! I'm so happy thank you!!
Queen_bee
2025-01-17 20:36:56 +0000 UTC
This gonna make the new main menu look so much better, I have loved the Refreshed menu override before, this gonna make it even better, you just made it look less ugly, well done
Chjonne
2025-01-17 20:18:51 +0000 UTC
Tysm! ^^
June
2025-01-17 19:54:50 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much :)
JenJenLn
2025-01-17 19:49:29 +0000 UTC
Please get rest and get better too 🙏🏽 💜 we appreciate and love you
Miley
2025-01-17 19:48:06 +0000 UTC
You're so welcome! Out of curiosity, are you considering reworking the dynamic standalone fall menu? that was absolute chefs kiss!
megismissing
2025-01-17 19:47:44 +0000 UTC
Thank you 😭🩷✨️ omg
Miley
2025-01-17 19:47:22 +0000 UTC
You're cooking for real thank you for the hard work!
Yegor
2025-01-17 19:43:01 +0000 UTC
Thanks!
SimMattically
2025-01-17 19:36:05 +0000 UTC
Thank you! :)
SimMattically
2025-01-17 19:36:01 +0000 UTC
Haha, thank you!
SimMattically
2025-01-17 19:35:54 +0000 UTC
Holy Cow! 👊🏾🤩 Thats so incredible looking! Im finna give u all my money! Lol 😆 Thanx boo! 😁👏🏾
Queen
2025-01-17 19:35:07 +0000 UTC
You are AMAZING!!! Thank you so much for your hard work, I was so sad to hear that the update really broke things for this mod and I am SO EXCITED to have this familiarity back in my game <3 You are truly the best
Nerdy Artists
2025-01-17 19:31:18 +0000 UTC
The amount of support I got on my previous post really made me realize how much you all appreciate my work on this mod. I couldn’t help myself and I had to jump back in and figure out how to make the best of this new design. Thank you so much. :)
SimMattically
2025-01-17 19:29:32 +0000 UTC
Amazing!!
Blue Mello
2025-01-17 19:28:30 +0000 UTC
I'm so flawed by you! You really didn't need to do this so quickly but we so massively appreciate it. Gorgeous as always - both the mod and your passion. Sending all of my love your way and downloading ASAPPP <3
megismissing
2025-01-17 19:26:06 +0000 UTC
Thanks so muchhhh!!
Cahmia Buchanan
2025-01-17 19:25:54 +0000 UTC
OMG THANK YOU
Ellie Strange
2025-01-17 19:15:09 +0000 UTC
that was amazing!
poshified
2025-01-17 19:14:24 +0000 UTC
THIS IS AMAZING. always impressed by your talent 🩷
Ellie
2025-01-17 19:14:07 +0000 UTC
So happy you brought this mod back! Thank you!
Simpleplumbob
2025-01-17 19:13:12 +0000 UTC
Thank you SimMattically!! ❤️
Masky
2025-01-17 19:11:38 +0000 UTC
OMG YES, I AM SO EXCITED!!!
SilentWolf
2025-01-17 18:57:52 +0000 UTC
I cannot thank you enough for the refresh! It is just gorgeous and makes the playing experience so much better.
eedpizza
2025-01-17 18:53:18 +0000 UTC
Refreshed Main Menu returns with version 2.0 :)
SimMattically
2025-01-17 18:47:38 +0000 UTC
I'm so upset i just downloaded the mod and fell in love, and now we have a whole new UGLY menu whyyyyy
Pretty Barb
2025-01-16 04:55:47 +0000 UTC
Hi, did you know your mod has a conflict with Pancakes color picker? Just wanted you to know because I adore both of you mods greatly.
PJ
2025-01-16 04:42:57 +0000 UTC
Wait up a bit :) Matt is doing some test. Can't just change it in one wink, since the UI and all have changed. Plus, Matt had a family loss, updates may be delayed in my understanding.
Ambradeluna
2025-01-15 23:16:44 +0000 UTC
pleaseeee update for the new menu!! this style is so much nicer although i don’t mind the new layout.
Violet Woods
2025-01-15 22:06:19 +0000 UTC
Please please please can u make new overlays for the new (and ugly) background that was just added in the new update? tysm<3
Melina
2025-01-15 14:20:47 +0000 UTC
I refuse to update because I love this mod so much, the menu screens are so beautiful and peaceful!
GrumpySphinx
2025-01-15 01:18:19 +0000 UTC
Will you add another overlay pack for the new (and hideous) background that was added today?
Jewked
2025-01-14 23:45:26 +0000 UTC
sadly it wont work cuz the sims ruined it
Lavender
2025-01-14 23:20:03 +0000 UTC
I will miss this so much :( Thank you for all of the work you put into it!
runawayfae
2025-01-14 21:31:14 +0000 UTC
is it possible to use custom pictures as backgrounds? Or does it only work with the provided pictures? <3
Acher nar
2025-01-11 18:39:00 +0000 UTC
Hi! i tested it for you guys!:) you need to put it all in one!! first extract the zip ofc. You need to put in in ur mod folder.
Arianne Charbonneau
2024-12-27 17:04:26 +0000 UTC
I'm familiar with Sims 4 studio and I've made mods before so if there's a way to edit it in S4s then let me know
M Ferver
2024-12-19 21:18:48 +0000 UTC
M Ferver
2024-12-19 21:17:59 +0000 UTC
That’s correct! You can get just one, multiple or all!
SimMattically
2024-12-18 22:22:06 +0000 UTC
I think you can do as many as you'd like! I currently have some of the backgrounds not all and I've encountered no issues! So you should be able to do one, some, or all.
Pri ♡
2024-12-18 21:54:46 +0000 UTC
I also need to know this answer 😬 i just want one but idk how that work with this mix and match
Sierra
2024-12-11 07:40:36 +0000 UTC
can I put a few or all backgrounds or it must be only one?
The Girl in the Iceberg
2024-12-09 23:58:02 +0000 UTC
thank you to you ;)
Le Murmure de la crypte
2024-12-04 16:04:48 +0000 UTC
Compatible with the December Patch (1.111.102.xxxx) :)
SimMattically
2024-12-04 15:35:48 +0000 UTC
This is wonderful! Thank you so much! I'm a sucker for landscape desktop wallpapers, and I'm glad I can have that in the Sims too! :D
Very eager to open up the game to a clean and pretty menu now. <3
icegola
2024-12-04 13:54:12 +0000 UTC
Thank you! I learned everything myself. There’s a simplified guide on my Patreon, just look for the repository post. :)
SimMattically
2024-11-28 13:42:07 +0000 UTC
This is wonderful! Can I ask how you were able to do it? I am by no means a mod creator but I would like to know how this works to make a custom background for myself! :) Did you learn this yourself or is there a guide somewhere?
averagesimsplayer
2024-11-27 23:27:38 +0000 UTC
This is incredible! I absolutely love it! The regular menu was always giving me a headache and anxiety! You saved me, honestly! I must say that I am missing one thing - seasonal pictures! I set my whole game for winter already and I wish I had a winter/snowy picture for menu. :D <3
Agnieszka Płoskonka
2024-11-19 21:43:00 +0000 UTC
this doesnt appear with BBB
Habibi
2024-11-15 19:10:56 +0000 UTC
My mods have been tested with Better Exception, and none should be causing issues. However, with game updates and new features added, problems can sometimes arise. If you receive a Better Exception report, please feel free to send it to me via a downloadable link or as an email attachment at SimMattically[at]gmail.com :)
SimMattically
2024-11-10 16:08:28 +0000 UTC
I did . For few files , animated logo , grim reaper loading screen and refreshed main menu _base file
Rina B.
2024-11-08 22:40:13 +0000 UTC
Out of all my many mods, this is probably my favorite. Love loading up to see what the screen will be. Thanks for your work.
Stacy Rainwater
2024-11-05 09:54:42 +0000 UTC
wondering if anyone else has gotten a BE report for this mod?
mistiedoodle
2024-11-05 07:51:00 +0000 UTC
Thank you! 😊 Regarding the background color during re-rolling, I’m not sure what’s causing the difference. On my Mac, the background is black, but it shows up as white when testing on Windows. I’ll look into alternative methods to set the color consistently across platforms.
SimMattically
2024-11-05 00:42:21 +0000 UTC
I'm not too familiar with mods for TS4, this is one of the few that I have, but since updating, my right main menu bar has been flickering like crazy, do you know if there's a good way to check for conflicts or if it's a case of checking one-by-one? I haven't seen anybody else report this issue so I imagine it's just on my end. I love this mod, by the way, thank you so much! (Edit: Turns out I didn't install the backgrounds correctly, that's all, my bad!) Suggestion: When re-rolling the background, is it possible to have it be a different colour instead of white, something a little gentler on the eyes, perhaps?
Adam
2024-11-05 00:19:25 +0000 UTC
i dont know, maybe in the files is something wrong or the other modes are breaking it, anyway thanks for help <3
foxyvo
2024-11-02 22:00:52 +0000 UTC
The mod has been updated and should be working, so I’m not sure what the issue might be in your case. That’s why I asked which version of the mod you’re running. It should say Refreshed Main Menu 1.5.1a in the game, next to the game version.
SimMattically
2024-11-01 17:03:26 +0000 UTC
sorry if my english is bad T-T
foxyvo
2024-11-01 15:52:02 +0000 UTC
i thought maybe the mod was updated so i downloaded this version that is shown higher but the problem didnt stop
foxyvo
2024-11-01 15:51:53 +0000 UTC
No problem! Can you tell me what version of the mod it says you're using?
SimMattically
2024-11-01 14:59:08 +0000 UTC
Yes, I am sorry it took me so long. It says "1.110.294.1020 DX11"
foxyvo
2024-10-31 23:47:19 +0000 UTC
Thank you! 🥰
Russian Succubus
2024-10-30 03:24:26 +0000 UTC
Can you tell me what version of the game and the mod it says you have? It should be in the bottom right corner of the main menu.
SimMattically
2024-10-30 02:53:09 +0000 UTC
Doesn’t seem like it, everything is working correctly.
SimMattically
2024-10-30 02:48:00 +0000 UTC
What if everything works except top left corners texts? they are stuck together..
foxyvo
2024-10-29 16:51:30 +0000 UTC
Did this break with the last patch?
Russian Succubus
2024-10-25 21:38:14 +0000 UTC
This one and the Dynamic version with the centered UI are two separate mods. I recommend reading the ‘HOW TO INSTALL’ section in the post, as it explains everything you need to know about using this particular mod.
SimMattically
2024-10-04 19:58:54 +0000 UTC
Im not sure but I am placing both this and the dynamic ...it does not say to or not to so I thought I might bring it up for others to at least be aware of
Roger Dogger
2024-10-04 19:36:29 +0000 UTC
AMAZING I LOVE IT
Roger Dogger
2024-10-04 19:28:49 +0000 UTC
Okie dokie gonna make sure I have the latest version. Thank you!
Tee CupTerror
2024-10-03 16:47:47 +0000 UTC
The list is incorrect - my mod fully supports the rewards, and I’ve tested it myself. :) My friends also don't report any issues. If the Grim Reaper’s rewards weren’t working with my mod installed, it’s likely because you were using an outdated version.
SimMattically
2024-10-03 15:42:00 +0000 UTC
Yes it has. Reapers rewards didnt work for me w this mod installed. Hopefully there's an update to this soon that fixes it. You can see all mods that conflict with reapers rewards here: https://scarletsrealm.com/grim-reaper-reward-event-mod-issues/
Miiro B
2024-10-02 05:10:13 +0000 UTC
Has it been reported that this mod conflicts with the reaper event rewards?
Tee CupTerror
2024-09-28 02:00:30 +0000 UTC
My mod doesn’t remove any functionality from the original main menu. :) Regarding compatibility with other mods, it depends on the other creators. As long as they don’t override the main menu or their override is optional, everything will work fine.
SimMattically
2024-09-25 16:37:55 +0000 UTC
can It work in tandem with Dark Mode UI by Dskecht and can you be able to see the UI for the new Reaper's Rewards login event with this?
Daniel Lawrence
2024-09-24 23:59:31 +0000 UTC
It's okay just wanted to be helpful! I love stacking your mt. komorebi with the train loading screen so thank you for all your hard work <3!!
Mams
2024-09-21 21:24:35 +0000 UTC
Oooh! I can't wait! 😍🤩🎃🐺🌕🛸👽👻🏚️🕷️🕸️
Moondwellersimz
2024-09-21 18:31:58 +0000 UTC
if someone haves ui bugs in the main menu, thats because of thepancake1 and MizoreYukii ui mods like color slider or more traits in cas
ferilovestvorog
2024-09-21 17:58:30 +0000 UTC
There will be a Halloween themed loading screen! :)
SimMattically
2024-09-21 17:34:15 +0000 UTC
Will you be making any spooky Halloween themed backgrounds for this upcoming Halloween season? Like werewolves, aliens or ghost themed backgrounds? 🐺🌕🎃👻🏚️🕷️🕸️👂🏻🍵
Moondwellersimz
2024-09-21 14:57:40 +0000 UTC
Works with no problem to me after the latest update. Fix your mods guys.
Seba
2024-09-20 13:28:35 +0000 UTC
I checked my mod on multiple machines, with both Windows (DX9 and DX11) and macOS. Everything works as intended, and there are no BE reports showing up. If you encounter any issues, please ensure that your Refreshed Main Menu mod shows version 1.5.1a in the bottom right corner of the main menu and that your game version is 1.109.185. If you still have issues with the mod, make sure there’s no conflict between mods and that no other mod that you have is outdated.
SimMattically
2024-09-20 07:51:48 +0000 UTC
You're amazing!! Thank you so much for this mod!
Sam
2024-09-19 19:48:41 +0000 UTC
I was just saying how much i appreciate your login screens. they're a minor part of the sims experience yet they make me so pleased to see them every time i boot up my game.
MadSweetpeas
2024-09-19 18:55:25 +0000 UTC
Oh, I'm sorry. I made a mistake when porting the mod to the new game version. Please re-download the mod. Everything should be correct now, but please let me know if there are any further issues.
SimMattically
2024-09-19 16:51:05 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much Matt! I just wanted to let you know the images are mislabeled in the file!
Mams
2024-09-19 16:02:47 +0000 UTC
Love this mod!
Rors Lam
2024-09-19 11:28:23 +0000 UTC
Thanks you so much <3
InariRB
2024-09-19 10:24:35 +0000 UTC
The update for my mod is out :)
SimMattically
2024-09-19 09:38:51 +0000 UTC
it is for the moment, just did 50/50
Harlee
2024-09-18 20:55:06 +0000 UTC
this may be broken sad panda I LOVE THIS
Tiffany Jagodzinski
2024-09-18 20:31:52 +0000 UTC
I am having this same problem. Not really sure what it is. What was it for you? (My right side UI is constantly flickering)
EDIT: I have fixed it manually? I just hit R and it rerolled the background.
KittyKat
2024-08-15 20:02:36 +0000 UTC
All is good now! I just responded to your email. Thank you so much!
Chainedyetadrift
2024-08-12 23:31:51 +0000 UTC
I just sent it over. Thank you so much!
Chainedyetadrift
2024-08-11 13:33:48 +0000 UTC
Yes! I do not get a BE report when I test it, so I would like to see what causes it in your case.
SimMattically
2024-08-10 18:39:10 +0000 UTC
Hi Matt! I installed the update, but I'm still triggering a UI error. If I remove the refreshed main menu, it stops. Would you like the BE report?
Chainedyetadrift
2024-08-10 15:13:39 +0000 UTC
You have to view the post from the home page to see the file. If you navigated to the post from the notification panel, the files are not visible. Figured this out the hard way lol
daluved1
2024-08-10 00:55:42 +0000 UTC
Thank you for your time, your talent and your sharing.;)
heidi (Team de luniversims.fr)
2024-08-08 19:35:00 +0000 UTC
thanks you so much 🌻
InariRB
2024-08-08 18:59:17 +0000 UTC
Yes! Thank you so much
D.
2024-08-08 18:58:11 +0000 UTC
Oh, good! For some reason Patreon wouldn't save the file upon saving the post.
SimMattically
2024-08-08 18:56:53 +0000 UTC
Should work now. For some reason, Patreon wouldn't save the file after I uploaded it.
SimMattically
2024-08-08 18:52:20 +0000 UTC
The link is now available
LuciaSims
2024-08-08 18:51:56 +0000 UTC
Sorry folks, for some reason Patreon doesn't save the file I'm trying to upload... :\
EDIT: It looks like it's working now....?
SimMattically
2024-08-08 18:49:36 +0000 UTC
i think you forgot to add the file back
Meg
2024-08-08 18:33:36 +0000 UTC
Thank you for the update, however I don't see the download link?
D.
2024-08-08 18:13:38 +0000 UTC
I would love to redownload the file, but I don't see any file attached to the post :/
DepresyjnaPanda
2024-08-08 18:09:55 +0000 UTC
Please re-download the mod and try again. It should work now. Also, please be advised that the optional file for the animated logo primarily supports the English version of the game. Upon installation, the mod will replace "Los Sims 4" logo with "The Sims 4" logo.
SimMattically
2024-08-08 18:07:17 +0000 UTC
Some for me and I'm playing in Polish
DepresyjnaPanda
2024-08-08 18:03:33 +0000 UTC
Spanish
InariRB
2024-08-08 17:26:17 +0000 UTC
What language do you play in?
SimMattically
2024-08-08 17:24:16 +0000 UTC
Hello! The animation plumbob doesn't work for me, I don't understand what I'm doing wrong.
InariRB
2024-08-08 17:01:27 +0000 UTC
Hotfix for Refreshed Main Menu (version 1.4.5) is out.
I’ve fixed a bug in the code that caused the backgrounds to not sync with each other.
I sincerely apologize for this mistake and for the frequent updates in such a short period of time. I’m continually working to improve my mod, and sometimes things slip by. Thank you for your understanding!
SimMattically
2024-08-08 16:39:48 +0000 UTC
Thank you, I had the LE UI, I didn't know how to tell you about it, it's my favorite this welcome, I had put the other in the meantime, thank you very much for sharing.:)
heidi (Team de luniversims.fr)
2024-08-08 11:42:32 +0000 UTC
Folks, I just fixed the problem. Please download the new version 1.4.4. Once again, I apologize for the mistake. It was a silly error, and I’m not sure how it happened. Everything should be fine now!
SimMattically
2024-08-08 09:03:11 +0000 UTC
Thank you! I’ll look into it. I apologize for the error in the latest version!
SimMattically
2024-08-08 07:07:30 +0000 UTC
Hi, I'm receiving the same UI exception, and I've emailed my report. Thank you for taking the time to review it. <3
Chainedyetadrift
2024-08-08 00:04:40 +0000 UTC
Sent!
otherwiselils
2024-08-07 20:55:38 +0000 UTC
If you got the UI exception report and it opened in the browser, there is a file for that in your The Sims 4 folder. You can email that file to me at simmattically@gmail.com.
SimMattically
2024-08-07 20:10:55 +0000 UTC
I don't know what relevant information would help in regards to this, but I own all packs and content tied to the game.
otherwiselils
2024-08-07 18:25:38 +0000 UTC
Joined to let you know, cleared my mods folder *EDIT* down to *EDIT* just this and was getting a UI exception. Threw this and Better Exceptions in, and was getting a Better Exceptions UI Exception Report too. I do have 1.4.3 Public release installed, wasn't having any sort of exception with the release from a couple days ago!
otherwiselils
2024-08-07 17:44:30 +0000 UTC
YES!! Love the rerolling background feature!!
cat-tastrophyy
2024-08-07 17:08:52 +0000 UTC
Love the new features!
Moozilla
2024-08-07 16:48:53 +0000 UTC
Thank you for the explanation! Then everything works perfectly (and my game looks better than ever now) <3 Sorry once again for bothering you about such trivial stuff.
Kaedeo
2024-08-06 21:43:48 +0000 UTC
Yes, it works "as intended." The original icon for the Scenarios button is colorful and stays the same even when you hover over it, so it’s always visible regardless of the background. My optional file changes the icon to white, so when the background becomes white, they blend together. :) Not ideal, but it is what it is. :\
SimMattically
2024-08-06 17:55:13 +0000 UTC
Oh, I'm extremely sorry!! I have completely missed the "this feature is linked with packs and scenarios as well" part and thought it was a bug.
As for the button, it's a bit difficult to explain in words. I took a screenshot to show what I mean: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JtYe0_w01GbzMblNA4-RcYLw9PFsE2D4/view?usp=drive_link
Is it also a normal feature that part of the emblem's picture on top of the button is left unchanged/doesn't disappear?
Kaedeo
2024-08-06 16:11:09 +0000 UTC
I am aware that the Packs, Kits, and Scenarios are initially hidden, and I mentioned this in the post under the "features" section.
Regarding the Scenarios button, my custom icon is white, and the button turns white when you hover the mouse over it, so it makes the icon not visible. I’m not sure this is what you mean...?
SimMattically
2024-08-06 14:35:44 +0000 UTC
Chu~ 'm extremely sorry for bothering you, but I have encountered an issue with this mod: the custom scenarios simply disappear. I also noticed that for Packs and Kits to appear when choosing their tab for the first time, I first have to click on one of the menu choices (such as "My Kits", "My packs", etc.), otherwise they also stay hidden. Sadly, there are no options to click on in the Custom Scenarios to reveal them.
I don't have the same issue with Dynamic Granite Falls.
UPD: I have found the culprit - it's the hidden News tab. When I pressed S, the scenarious appeared along with the news. Press S again, and not only does the news disappear, but also the custom scenarious selection. It's the same for Kits and Packs. Is it supposed to work like this?
P.S. Also, the custom Custom Scenarios button stops being transparent and flashes white when I hover my mouse over it. The top of the button remains unchanged on the pannel, however, as if drawn on top of it.
Kaedeo
2024-08-06 13:03:52 +0000 UTC
It’s compatible with some of the previous versions. I can’t say for sure if it’s compatible with your version, so the best thing to do is download the mod and try it. In the worst case, it won’t work.
SimMattically
2024-08-05 20:49:19 +0000 UTC
I chose not to update my game to the newest July patch and probably won't for a while, is this mod compatible with older game versions?
cat-tastrophyy
2024-08-05 18:02:23 +0000 UTC
That sounds daunting to someone who can't code (me)! I'm just glad that I can play without that strong white hurting my sensitive eyes (autism)! I wish I could have ALL TS4's UI transparent like that! That would certainly make my gaming experience a lot more comfortable! — TYSM for your nice reply! 🤍
Care Brazil
2024-08-04 00:45:22 +0000 UTC
This makes the main menu enjoyable to look at rather than avoid!! lol
Rors Lam
2024-08-03 12:44:09 +0000 UTC
Thank you! :) When I said I'm looking for a better solution, I meant I'm looking to hide the news only, without affecting the packs and scenarios.
SimMattically
2024-08-03 07:25:45 +0000 UTC
its amazon
Aniya Mosley
2024-08-03 01:36:50 +0000 UTC
You also have a great eye for Photography! (backgrounds)
Care Brazil
2024-08-02 23:25:56 +0000 UTC
You say: Simply press the “S” key to access the latest news. I'm looking for a better solution.
I say: You don't need to look for a better solution. Pressing S (as in SIMS) is the simplest, and thus, the perfect solution! TYSM for your hard work, BTW. And I can't thank you enough for sharing it with us, simmers. 🤍
Care Brazil
2024-08-02 23:09:15 +0000 UTC
I love this mod! Thank you <3
Maureen
2024-08-02 20:38:32 +0000 UTC
I love this mod! It makes me so happy when the screen comes up, and they are beautiful. Thanks for your work and sharing!
Hollyw26
2024-08-02 16:40:32 +0000 UTC
😍😍😍😍
Luminous_Motha
2024-08-02 02:34:58 +0000 UTC
TYSM! is the repository updated too?
popcorntrait
2024-08-02 01:20:51 +0000 UTC
Thank you so much for the update! This is such an amazing quality of life and essential mod!
Elianora
2024-08-01 19:20:25 +0000 UTC
I love this sososo much! Looking forward to more of them! <3
Russian Succubus
2024-08-01 19:01:57 +0000 UTC
Yes it can. I use them, myself.
Russian Succubus
2024-08-01 19:00:41 +0000 UTC
Hey! You can read more about it here: https://simplyanjuta.tumblr.com/post/685153573640749056/simplyanjuta-just-started-my-game-after-a-while
SimMattically
2024-07-06 14:29:53 +0000 UTC
Hi, can i ask you where the file is that makes the sims picture in HQ quality ?
ooOFaiiryOoo
2024-07-04 19:47:56 +0000 UTC
Is it a way to block the annoying popups?
DaAlphaSupreme
2024-07-04 01:06:48 +0000 UTC
Did it work for you? Placing all BG and only 1 with BASE folder makes no changes at all.
FireQueen
2024-07-02 20:34:28 +0000 UTC
Will you consider adding a feature to remove pop-up windows in this mod in the future?
Malco Ian
2024-06-16 12:11:23 +0000 UTC
All I can say is, thank you and big preesh 🙏side note, this is my favorite one to combine with vyxated’s Chalk’d, makes the game have an overall nice, clean dark mode just the way I like it. ☺️
Faith Zill
2024-06-15 08:12:08 +0000 UTC
I fixed it! :) please re-download the mod, it should work now.
SimMattically
2024-06-15 07:54:16 +0000 UTC
Halo, i used pink uii mod. can it be combined in the game?
Z bianne
2024-06-14 09:09:37 +0000 UTC
I love these so much, thank you for these! I even forgot the daily rewards thing they've got going on 😅
Emma O
2024-06-08 19:17:33 +0000 UTC
Only 1.107.112.
SimMattically
2024-06-05 19:07:12 +0000 UTC
Hello! doesn't work for game versions that are older? 1.106.148.1030? Thanks!
Jasmine
2024-06-05 04:28:33 +0000 UTC
hi, i installed this mod after updating my game and the old start up screen still shows up and i dont know why and the scenerios icon is broken despite me using directx 9
Anneyyy
2024-06-03 16:07:12 +0000 UTC
Hihi! Are you planning on doing any UI mods for Live mode, etc. like this? I really love this mod, and I would LOVE to have a UI like this as well. Or do you possibly know of a UI mod that looks like this, that would work perfectly with this? Thanksss.♥
KittyKat
2024-06-02 20:14:13 +0000 UTC
hiiii so apparently my game didn’t update automatically with the latest patch, so i had to update it myself and now the backgrounds work properly now! tysm i love these backgrounds sm ^^
tuna 𐙚
2024-05-31 16:14:13 +0000 UTC
You can also use Better Exceptions mod with my mod installed and that should give you a file that will open in the browser once you get the white screen. If there's anything wrong with my mod, it should tell me exactly what the issue is.
SimMattically
2024-05-31 14:48:27 +0000 UTC
can you tell me if you play on Mac or Windows? And if it's Windows, are you playing with DX9 or DX11?
SimMattically
2024-05-31 14:42:29 +0000 UTC
hellooo!! i love your menu mods sm but with the current version, every time i boot up the game after the initial loading screen it only shows a blank white screen :( i made sure that the old files were removed, tried redownloading the files, deleting the localthumbcache file, testing different background files and running the game with only your mod but it doesn’t seem to work :( i only downloaded the base file and one background file “glade”, no optional files
tuna 𐙚
2024-05-31 05:40:23 +0000 UTC
Thanks for letting me know. I just came here to let you know it works, but you beat me to it :D
SimMattically
2024-05-30 16:29:03 +0000 UTC
looks like its a pop up in game as i just got it and i have your mod installed
FakeCatGamerGirl
2024-05-30 14:46:51 +0000 UTC
I don't really know. I don't know if you have to click on the tile to open the popup and claim it, or if it pops up automatically at startup. Time will tell. If you have to click on the tile, it will be a problem, but I might figure something out.
SimMattically
2024-05-29 14:12:55 +0000 UTC
since i gets rid of the news tab entirely, will there still be a way to get the login rewards when they drop?
FakeCatGamerGirl
2024-05-29 09:01:28 +0000 UTC
So far, through testing, I've found that everything else about the mod works perfectly fine, nothing else appeared to be broken at all, so I'd say it's currently safe to have ingame aside from the scenario addon, might require some further checking though. Appreciate you immensely, Matt, your mods are a staple in my game. <3
Faith Zill
2024-05-29 03:03:16 +0000 UTC
Thank you for letting me know! For now, we don't know anything about the new DX11 version, so it will probably take some time until I will be able to make it work again. EA did say it will break mods and CC. :(
SimMattically
2024-05-29 02:56:52 +0000 UTC
hey, something strange is happening when I switch TS4 over to DX11 mode- the Scenario Button addon seems to break and I'm left with a llama placeholder icon. Tested this in both regular DX9 and DX11 and it only seems to break on the latter. Not sure why, but everything else works completely as intended. Just thought I'd leave a little note in case anyone's having the same issue ^^;
Faith Zill
2024-05-29 02:50:27 +0000 UTC
I'll try this method if it's keeps happening! Thanks! I've reverted back to the old version for the mean time xdd
Nicole
2024-05-28 15:55:26 +0000 UTC
I don't think this is an issue with my main menu, but probably some other CC or mod. I am unable to replicate this in my game. The best way to check it is to launch the game ONLY with my mod installed after previously removing "localthumbcache.package" file from The Sims 4 folder.
SimMattically
2024-05-28 14:07:52 +0000 UTC
You can choose just one, mix and match your favorites, or use all of them. It is up to you! :)
SimMattically
2024-05-27 17:57:09 +0000 UTC
Good afternoon! Ever since I saw a The Sims main menu on Tumblr I've been trying to research ways to make my own, since I wouldn't want something different from what has already been created... Could you give me some insight on where to find this?
Mimille e seu mundo da Lua
2024-05-27 13:40:04 +0000 UTC
Hi!! I absolutely adore this mod but just to ask again bc im sure you've already answered, are we supposed to put all of the backgrounds into our mods folder or just the one we want?
meow
2024-05-26 09:49:36 +0000 UTC
The pile of autumn leaves becomes a pile of rainbow blob and the snowflakes becomes a little square with "?" in the middle.
Nicole
2024-05-26 03:19:45 +0000 UTC
Can you explain what type of texture issue you have?
SimMattically
2024-05-25 20:03:31 +0000 UTC
This new updated version is causing texture issue in my game :( I use the BASE and the Mt. Komorebi Train BG, located directly in my Mods folder. When i remove the BG and just have the BASE, it's fine. If I add the BG, it causes issue.
Nicole
2024-05-25 10:50:41 +0000 UTC
Hi again, this was totally a fault on my part. I had Dark Mode UI and forgot to delete the Start Menu overlay so obviously that wrote over your screen, no other conflicts ofc <3
Herbert Figglewinkle
2024-05-21 14:37:23 +0000 UTC
If you see my credit at the bottom of the screen, it means that the game is actually loading the core mod, so my only idea is that there might be a conflict with another mod. Just to be sure, before installing the latest version of the mod, you must remove the previous, old files. They won't be patched or overwritten when you install the new version because I changed the naming. You can also try running the game with only my mod installed to see if there's a possible conflict with another mod.
SimMattically
2024-05-20 19:20:33 +0000 UTC
I've been trying to get this mod to work ever since it was publically released because it's just too damn gorgeous! Sadly ever since this modular update with all the different versions, I can't get it to load into my game- I just get the regular EA screen. However, the replaced scenarios icon, the animated logo and the text that gives you credit at the bottom of the menu remain. I've redownloaded it several times but nothing seems to work. Your old main menu replacements worked well for me.
Herbert Figglewinkle
2024-05-20 17:21:23 +0000 UTC
Make sure to remove any of the old files first. I have changed the file naming and how the mod works, so you can't just overwrite the old files. Then download the latest version and follow the instructions from the post! :)
SimMattically
2024-05-12 20:36:21 +0000 UTC
Hii, so I've downloaded and redownloaded this mod multiple times and it won't load into my game :( I had it installed before but idk what changed to make it do this now
Luvv_Kloey
2024-05-12 03:06:32 +0000 UTC
i tried the cozy movie night, but it’s okay, i re-downloaded it and now it work, i must have messed it up somehow. tyyy, these backgrounds are beautiful 🫶🏻
alba ✮
2024-05-08 18:38:58 +0000 UTC
Can you please tell me what background you're using?
SimMattically
2024-05-08 13:24:38 +0000 UTC
i don’t know why but this doesn’t work for me? after downloading the base and just one background
alba ✮
2024-05-08 11:34:32 +0000 UTC
❤️
SimMattically
2024-05-04 17:51:30 +0000 UTC
u r such a genius for this
malamore
2024-05-04 17:29:48 +0000 UTC