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To the patron or patrons who continue to leak my mod:

I’ve spent well over 100 hours working on this project, and the builds being shared are not intended for public release. They are builds that may still contain issues and are shared with patrons specifically for testing and feedback. Patrons who care about me, support what I’m doing, and understand the amount of work that goes into development.

I am not EA. I am a hobbyist in the same community as you, living in the same economy as you, and dealing with the same financial pressures as you. I do not permanently paywall my content. I have literally never kept one of my mods in Early Access for longer than three weeks.

I understand that people are excited, but seeing these builds repeatedly leaked despite the time and effort I’ve poured into this project is incredibly discouraging. It has also been unsettling to see people show up on my page asking me for support when they have never interacted with my work before, are not even free members, and are clearly using leaked copies of the mod.

It has made me reconsider modding altogether, and certainly how much of my time I’m willing to continue dedicating to it.

Comments

Maru Underwood

The audacity of some people is actually atrocious. The fact people are openly leaking your unfinished early access files & people are downloading and then coming to you for support is WILD. ESPECIALLY because like you said, you are not EA, you have early access periods for a reason. Like come on, who wants a mod that’s broken, incomplete and could potentially ruin your game? ✨Nobody✨

Bella Faith

These pieces of fucks are so selfish, theyre literally ruining everything for us bcs they cant wait three fucking weeks.

peyton burnett

I'm so sorry this is happening to you, people have no morals or decency anymore. I love your work and look forward to every mod, but protect your mental health and happiness first ♥️

Seremor108

I can't believe people *actually* have the audacity to download leaked copies of early access mod, then ask the creator for support on those mods despite them clearly not being finished?! That's just fucked! You're the one providing *us* with value through all of the hard work you do — I just wish some people had the decency to acknowledge that instead of taking liberties with your time and effort. The absolute entitlement of these morons. For shame. I'm so, so sorry you have to deal with that. You are one of the best mod creators in the entire community, and I just want to say that I always look forward to what you release, no matter how long you take to work on it. Please don't feel like you need to give into any peer pressure to use generative AI in your mods, either — your time spent modding is yours, and does not need to be expedited if you don't want it to. I doubt it even really helps in a game with such volatile tuning, either. Even if you decide to step away from modding for a while, know that your mods make The Sims 4 into a game I and so many other people genuinely have fun playing. Once again, thank you for all of your hard work.

Tricia Korie

I hate when people leak mods and CC of creators who actually follow the Sims TOS like??? Be patient, so rude.

KatiaSimming

Fuck all that. I’m so sorry love stay strong you are doing great vent to us and fuck these people who don’t want to wait or pay. Take time for you fuck them. I wait patiently for your mods cause I can’t really afford subscriptions right now (I have too many) but I wait every time because this shit is not easy to do no matter how long you have been doing it Your time, blood,and sweat and tears go into your content I know the journey has not been easy it’s sad to see people can’t be adults and just wait or pay like support the creators this is their lively hood and it ate easy and it’s not cheap not financially not emotionally not relationship wise. I’m so sorry just know there is a lot of us who do appreciate you and your work always.

Jay

I’m no longer surprised by people’s greed, but it’s still so sad, isn’t it? Personally I can’t afford to have early access to mods like this, but I know that modders like you genuinely use that period to ensure we ALL can have access to a cooler game in the safest way. I just bookmark the post and wait in anticipation. You even linked the older version of the mod for us to use while yours is in testing! Sorry your generosity is being taken for granted, because you truly are a gift to the community. I can’t wait to add this mod into my tyjokr folder when it’s PUBLICLY released 🤭

Seremor108

(Reposting because I think my comment got filtered) I genuinely can't believe some people have the audacity to download a leaked early access mod and then ask the creator for support on it. That's such a disrespectful waste of your time and effort. Please don't feel like you need to use AI in your mods, either. Your time is yours, and you're the one who is providing us with a better game. Thank you so so much for your mods. Please know that you're one of the best mod creators in the entire community. I mean it.

KunU Goliazza

"It’s genuinely disheartening to see people disrespecting your boundaries like this, especially when you’re already being so fair with your Early Access periods. Real supporters respect the creator and the process. Thank you for everything you've created so far—please don't let a few bad actors ruin your passion, but your mental health and well-being always come first."

AngelSims

Just as a note, being excited isn't an excuse. People really do not know how to wait for things anymore. This is an understandably disheartening thing to have to go through, and people should realize that you could decide to leave tomorrow - what would they do? If you're someone who genuinely enjoys using mods in your game and cannot afford to support creators in their endeavors, learn patience and gratitude. To you, Tyjokr. As someone who enjoys using your mods in my gameplay, thank you. Don't let this community (or anyone) take your talents or your grace for granted.

Queen_of_Coffee

Do these louts just not have a job? Or other games they could play while waiting on the legit, not-leaked mod? Literally anything else they could do with their time other than the interesting use of free will that is using a leaked mod and then demanding support from the creator for something that ISN'T FINISHED YET? The only people more baffling are the ones who leaked it. Why? It's an early access build and not fully polished yet. That is the point of early access. Clearly they're operating at the level of the losers who pay thousands of dollars for a 3 letter Discord account with 10 badges.

FunkyPoacher

I wonder why people paying for your mods would do that.

Awanthi

You have never permanently paywalled your content, so I don't understand why people are leaking your content. I'm sorry. I do think that the three week paywall is fair. I do think that charging a nominal amount for those able to pay is fair. If I could support my favourite modders and cc creators, I would, but things are bad, and I've been living hand to mouth for a while now. To make up for it, I talk about and share content so my favourite creators will get more of a following. We all know Patreon doesn't create opportunities for organic follows, so bringing people to cc creators and modders pages is always a useful thing. Please don't be disheartened, because there are many of us who understand your position and support you. For my part, I will never download leaked cc and mods from creators and modders who do not perma-paywall. Hang in there, and thank you for all you do.

fionna chreee

People really do suck. The clowns that do this used to claim that they only do it to permanent paywallers but now, it seems they do it to all creators. I'm so sorry this happens to you. You are such a great creator and it sucks that entitled simmers have to always ruin shit for everyone

PokaNYC

"You have never permanently paywalled your content, so I don't understand why people are leaking your content."----->THISSSSSS

Psylocke X

I hate when people put up the betas of things, ESPECIALLY when the peep's content is free like yours. This is coming from a place of selfishness cuz I love your stuff 😆😆, but also because I understand your feelings: Screw. Them. You've told them not to step into the lab, and they've gone in and gotten singed hair and want you to fix it. If you ask me? They're not your responsibility. They're on their own. There are plenty of other people waiting patiently for the final version of your things. The people leaking the betas don't understand that the Early Access IS THERE FOR A DAMN REASON. So. Kick 'em up the ass and keep making the stuff, I say 💖 (can I take this time to say I really cannot wait to try the new version Color Slider \o/\o/ 😊).

PokaNYC

you've always been good with putting your stuff for free. just keep doing you, Ty. assholes will always exist. when their games get mucked up with that leaked early access/unvetted/beta mod or cc, that'll teach em!

critncozy

Sorry, this is something you are dealing with. I've always thought you have been fair about your releases. Just know there are those of us who respect your hard work.

Dawn Picota

Nothing shocks me anymore in this community SMH! It is the people in this community that ruins it for others and the hardworking dedication of creators and modders.

KsankaSims

I just wanted to send you some love and support. ❤️ I know how awful it feels when someone steals something you've put so much time, effort, and heart into. As a patron, it genuinely hurts to see posts like this from creators I support because I truly love and appreciate their work. I sometimes take it so personally that I almost feel like I was the one who leaked the mod! I immediately want to explain myself, even though I haven't done anything wrong. And then I just get angry that people can be so thoughtless. Sadly, piracy is part of the world we live in. Neither of us can change that, just like we can't change so many other awful things. But please don't let it take away your love for creating. Your work means so much to the people who genuinely appreciate it. You're a wonderful modder and a lovely person. ❤️

Carsten Rogowski

I'm sorry to hear that. But there are plenty of scumbags like that out there. Unfortunately, you're not the only Patreon user dealing with this. To me, that's theft.

Dreamview

Just tell me who did this, because I'd really love to have a word with them... 😭 This is exactly what frustrates me about certain people in this community. I'm more than willing to wait for a public release, and whenever I can, I'm happy to support you financially because I genuinely believe your work deserves it. But the audacity of leaking someone's unfinished work and then expecting support for something you weren't even supposed to have access to? That's just beyond me. And you know what the saddest part is? Reading that you're actually reconsidering modding because of this. That genuinely broke my heart. I know this might sound a little selfish, because the thought of losing you as a creator is something I really don't want to imagine, but please remember that there are players out there who truly appreciate everything you do. Your mods have become such an essential part of my game that, without you, I honestly don't think I'd even be playing The Sims 4 anymore. I hope the actions of a few disrespectful people never make you forget how much your work means to the rest of us. You deserve appreciation, respect, and the freedom to enjoy what you create without feeling taken advantage of. Whatever you decide, just know that you've made this game so much better for people like me. And for that, I can't thank you enough. ❤️

tyjokr

Thank you, Ksanka ❤️

beepboop

Listen, I'm guilty of using D*H*M from time to time, but I EXCLUSIVELY download items from creators who either perma-paywall or have a ridiculous EA period of 2-3+ months. Your EA period is so fair that I wasn't even aware that I'm not supporting you, but I'm changing that QUICK TIME. Your mods are so necessary to many of our games, and I'm sorry that people taking advantage of your talent is harming your passion.

Mel

I was just gonna wait for Color Sliders to come out of early access but I just joined as a paid member purely to show my support for your work. You are appreciated!

Sims All Around

Wow, that is MESSED UP what people are pulling here.

Kyxell

Please don't allow a few disrespectful folks to ruin it for you and all the rest of the wonderful community who love your content ❤🙏 I literally signed up for a years subscription when the colour slider was dropped as I couldn't wait and it also gave me a way to back date support for the mods I've been using for free - it's been a total game changer as so many of your mods are!

KatiaSimming

Just to prove my point I shook my wallet until I found four dollars WHOA so easy💅🏽💋

Granny

I use a lot of your mods and can't imagine the game without them. I'm sorry that there are those that disrespect you and your work. There are some of us that do love and respect you and your work. Thank you for all that you do. I really appreciate all your hard work. Take care of yourself and know that we care about you, not just your mods.

NN

...my comment was expressly in support of you. I don't understand why you hid it, but ok. Hope the situation with ungrateful people uploading your work before EA is up improves.

Jill

I’m new to your Patreon and have been silently cheering you on but I cannot believe people are doing such a horrid thing! I can’t even imagine how much time and energy and passion that goes into everything you do and it sucks so much that people are ruining it for you. Your mods are absolutely out of this world but your health and happiness matters more than anything <3

Martin VG

I'm really shocked they did this to you. You never keep this early access for long. Leaking early access is bad, period, no matter if somebody keeps his mods paywalled for long or not. But leaking early access work of somebody who is clearly generous with the community is much much worse.

Williamspilliam

im part of a server of friends of frends and someone sent the colour slider mod file and i had no idea it was leaked i am no longer friends with them and blocked them and will support the proper way

Gorkaya

That's incredibly unfair, I am so sorry. Wish patreon had a built in dynamic watermarking for content, then you could easily find that person

Graciemusicece

I am so very sorry to hear this has happened with your mod. Please don't let a few bad apples stop you from creating your much appreciated mods. You are greatly valued by people in the Sims community who really appreciate your work and the time you take to create your mods.

tyjokr

I don’t hide comments. I’m sure your comment was fine! Patreon has an auto filter. I’ll be able to approve it when I am at my desk later.

SimT2028

The work that modders and CC creators put into their art and the generosity to share that art with others is sooooo appreciated. Not to mention that it's generally provided FOR FREE. There was another modder recently who called someone out who insulted their FREE mod because they thought it was crude. Like, what!?? Like, (a) it was free and (b) they didn't have to download it. The audacity of people is really perplexing. Modders & CC creators are the only ones keeping me in this game, tbh.

Renée Cahl

I completely understand your frustration, and it is entirely valid. I selfish hope that it will not pull you away from this community. You have become one of my most cherished creators. I wish I could support monetarily more often than I do, but I at least one to take this opportunity to give you my sincerest appreciation and gratitude for what you do. I will continue to pop in for moths of early access when I am able to.

JJ

I don't think there's anything more I can add to these already lovely comments, but I just wanted to say I'm really sorry this has happened to you, it's very disappointing when people take advantage like this. I'm feeling mad and frustrated for you. Big hug for you tyjokr.

MrSimsFanatic

Dang man Im sorry that occurred! Do not let those leachers win! Your stuff is amazing and we all love ya for that!

C2theC

This made me join as a Super Supporter. You are an amazing modder and a I don't want you to go anywhere.

k-luh

the sims community continues to be annoying and entitled af. sorry this is happening to you. maybe have less testers? just a few you can trust?

leesiee

This upsets me so much that people have the nerve to do this but at the same time it doesn't surprise me. A lot of grifters leak sims content and I understand how discouraging it can be, especially with how hard you work. It's not fair or right. You're one of my favorite modders & you are a staple to the community.

nightshade

Man, the entitlement of people in this community astounds me. It is so upsetting to see this happen over and over again to so many modders. As much as I (selfishly) hope people like you keep contributing your talent and hard-earned time to this game, I totally get why creators are fed up enough to leave. Hell, it makes *me* feel angry and demoralized and I'm just some random player out of thousands. The f-ing audacity to steal something that you already know will be FREE... these losers and thieves truly deserve EA.