Announcement: Bare Bare Version 2.0 is Coming!

Hello Simmers!

I’m excited to share an important update: I’m currently in the process of converting Bare Bare Gameplay Interactions from v1.1.4 → v2.0.0. 🎉

As Bare Bare keeps expanding with bigger and more ambitious features, the old setup just isn’t holding up anymore. I originally built the mod using a constructor back when I was just learning how to mod. But with plans for more advanced gameplay — like object interactions, full autonomous interaction sequences, and deeper social interactions — I need much more control over the core tunings to make everything run smoothly. Plus, the recent EA updates that broke so many script mods have taught me not to rely too heavily on third-party tools.

This has been a huge undertaking. I’ve been working non-stop on the conversion since my last update, breaking and rebuilding the core many times. The good news is: the rewrite is finally complete! 🎊 It’s currently in beta testing to make sure everything is stable before release.

There are a lot of backend improvements in v2.0.0, but some of the most noticeable ones include:

• Smarter reactions – Both NPCs and the active Sim now respond more accurately and instantly during interactions.

• Instant buffs and emotion updates – Sims’ buffs and emotions now refresh immediately during interactions, making reactions feel more responsive and accurate.

• Better posture handling with EA objects – Prevents stuck or buggy animations. For example, Bare Bare system and interactions now can work correctly while skinny dipping at the Onsen.

• Standing mixer animations – Standing mixer animations now update instantly without being stuck on incorrect reactions.

• No lot restrictions – Bare Bare gameplay can now run on any lot type.
  

New Feature

Alongside v2.0.0, I’m introducing a brand-new interaction where your Sim will autonomously go out and perform a full sequence, running from start to finish without player input. This is the most complex Bare Bare interaction I’ve ever built, and it simply wouldn’t have been possible without upgrading the mod to v2.0.0.

Plus, a new “Take a Break” animation has been added, which plays after your Sim finishes running the sequence, making the flow feel more natural and seamless.

Thank you all for supporting Bare Bare

I can’t wait for you to try v2.0.0 — it’s a huge step forward for the mod, and there’s so much more to created!