Is there any other way than calling the CS? Any mail or something? I've spent my last money and bonus item was this what I've already got and (steampunk set) ... most of those items were for free
So I caved in and bought 3 + 1 CAS boxes. Here is what I got:
Show Stopping Style- Liar Liar Pants
Bow Tied Top
Mature Linen Leafs Shirt
Aviator
Ruffled Pajamas
Simply Sophisticated Dress
A Test of Friendship
Cool and Hip
Vest, Shirt and Tie
The Everyday
Faux Fur Accent
Leather and Buckle Attack Teen
Puttin' On The Glitz Teen
Flat Cap with Medium Length Hair
Clean and Crisp
Africa Inspiration: Ikat Day to Night Dress
Summer Shell Vintage
Layered Victorian
Dauntless Lady
Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies
The Alex
Musubi Hunter
Auto-Noms Automatic Pet Feeding Station
Pretty "meh" about it all. No sets, some items are not even part of sets so I can't even get a CYS discount. :-o
I got a few items that I've already purchased, but most of them I didn't have so... maybe that evens it out. The weirdest one I got was the savvy seller pack when it's exclusive only to Midnight Hollow.
I bought the CAS set for 1500. I was very excited because I got Grim's Ghastly Manor as a bonus item which is selling for more then boxes. I also got the Hot summer days set which I don't have. I feel I more than got my money's worth.
I bought 2 5(+2) home décor boxes and here are the bonus item
Rocket Jonny Retro Ride
Sleek Chic (hair)
The sims Classics Welcome back to three lakes (set)
Skinny scarf and top (top)
Cool cardigan (top)
Storybrook Bedroom Set
Luxe Loungewear (set)
Easy going top
Le Cirque Nouveau- The Twirler (outfit)
Le Cirque Esprit- Happiest Dunk Tank Hot Tub
Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies (outfit)
Charmingly Simple Kitchen Collection
Top o' the Tots Hairstyles and Headwear
Knitted Beanie (hair)
Not bad, I ended up completing a few sets
Le Cirque Celebration!
January 2012 Compilation
and becoming dramatically closer on a few more. So overall I may not have won big, but it wasn't a big loss either.
Decided to take the plunge, bought the 5+2 free Home Décor Goodie Boxes.
Box#1:
Little Rocketeer Quantum Sandbox
Last-4-EVER Boxing Gloves
Variegated Ceramic Vase
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Gathering Wood Sculpture
Realtor's Baggage Props
(Bonus)Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies
Box#2:
Zero G Boomerang
Brainy Desk
Good Luck Coffee Table by MA Designs
The Sims Classic- Mountain Man's Mountain Lighter
Boss Level Lighting
Grapes of Nectary Table Lamp
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Stories and Caps Wall Shelf
(Bonus)Steampunk 5/5
Box#3:
Table of Balance by Feng Shui
Woodland Wear Bookshelf
Bodice Floor Lamp
Faire Curtain
Hands > Sands
Very Beary Towel Holder
(Bonus)Galactic Simball Arcade
Box#5:
Fluxus Fixture
Animal Friends Wall Shelf V.2
The Dramatic Palm
Octagonal End Table
Puzzle Mirror
Spades in Sight Desk
(Bonus)Full Tiki Set 15/15
Box#6:
Tranquility Stone by Feng Shui
Micro Onsen tub
Haute Hip Wall Tree Light
Three of a Kind Wall Lamp
Le Cirque Esprit- Never Forget Elephant Sculpture
Little Lullaby Crib
Short Life of the Raccoon
(Bonus)Le Cirque Esprit- Happiest Dunk Tank Hot Tub
Box#7:
Faire Folk Jar
The Archduchess
Le Cirque Esprit- Fabulous Flourish Wall Art
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Guiding Light Lantern
Double Root End Table
Safari Living: Serengeti Coffee Table
Tiki Torch Lamp
(Bonus)Micro Grotto Hot Tub
Pretty good haul imho, especially since I don't buy store items. :P
Here we go, the crazy lady goes and gets 4 home decor boxes this time. (these boxes pay for themselves at least twice over XD) I only have 47 sp left now XD
Let's see what we've rolled this time shall we?
Rocket Johnny's Retro Ride - (a bonus item, I think the store is telling me to make a games room XD)
Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies - (another bonus, its rather interesting)
June 2011 Compilation - (epic winning, this was a bonus. That makes two monthly compilations scored.)
Gothteque Relics -(another bonus, it's going to be handy with decorating an alchemy lab)
Steampunk Kitchen- Pre-Steam Aquarium Tank -(last bonus item, that's going in the alchemy lab too)
Haiku of the Lotus - (plenty of personality, love it)
Mid-Century Modern Bedroom- Keen Klothes Keeper - (eh, it could be handy)
Weezul's Wicker Chair - (another one for DV)
Pretentious Loveseat - (can see that one in an apartment)
Playing with Trumps - (a nice accent)
Giraffe Measure - (kiddie stuff, handy)
Wide Romantique Wall Mirror - (uh thanks? Might be useful)
Shoppe Counter Island - (you are getting shoved in the alchemy consignment store)
Ultra Wishy Washer - (neat, too bad I didn't get its pal too XD)
Fully Non-functional Vent - (eh...)
Logi-cub3d (nice but you got trumped by your futuristic self. Might use it in a sleek present day library still)
Vertical Light Emitting Device - (as the name says. I have a perfect use in mind for you XD)
Ancient Warriors - (oooh! It seems like I'm getting modern and medieval with all these XD)
Fin Table - (yeah, you know where I'm shoving you)
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Porridge Prep Wall Shelf - (my kitchens were looking bare)
Shoppe Counter - (lol, and there's the other one)
Overachieving Plate Rack - (to the kitchen!)
Bingo's 3-Set Collection - (is this game telling me to play more kids or what?)
The Pampered Pedro - (... its also telling me to play in DV more)
I am very happy to have scored one compilation for each 4 boxes I got. Still its not a world, but its pretty damm neat. All together I got at least twice the value of the actual boxes XD
I have admit I feel a little cheated with my goodie boxes. I got 7 goodie boxes, all but two had only 5 items and I got one set out of the deal, the Vegas Bedroom in which I have little to no use for. All but about 9 items looked like they belonged to the throw away section at yard sale.
items I truly wanted:
Auto-Noms Pet feeder
Grapes of Nectary lamp
Bramble Bodied Guitar
items I like:
Hit the Bookshelf
Futureshock Loft- Clothing Containment System
Leather Luxury Chair
Futureshock Loft- Vertical Slumber Stations
Musubi Hunter
Faire Folk Bird House
items I don't care for:
I don't really feel like listing this but it's mostly what I consider gifts-with-purchase, you know, awkward looking shelves or paintings. I noticed a lot it is the stuff they are always trying to get people to buy on the DD.
Despite the fact that I don't most of this stuff I'm tempting to go again, yeah I'm idiot, it would be worth it to get one of my dream sets or a venue. But, I'll probably just wind up with crapola again.
Not bought any store stuff for months and had a measley 116 s/pts in all that time, so was considering getting a box or two as a tester. But I am really turned off by what I have read on various social media sources.
I don't have ooodles of cash so I can't really take a punt as some have.
Also surprised that the boxes are so random. I would prefer them to 'themed'. For instance I would a 'kids stuff' box as don't feel I have enough kids items.
Oh well back to the recolour button.
After reading this I don't think that they are random at all, it seems to me that similar items are appearing everyone's list. The auto-moms, the alex, Cirque Nouveau items, Faire Folk Bird house, etc.
Yeah, I think I should resist the temptation to buy another one of these gimmicks.
Athena, the problem is that its a computer algorithm. They are only pseudo-random by nature as all programs need a starting seed. You can say that due to this, some items are weighted as more likely to be allocated.
I checked the lists first before choosing to get some since the algorithm seems to be a fairly friendly one. High chances of multiple items and bonus items. Its quite possible that the program looks at the dates of items when determining its allocations (via a team member having organized the lists by date of item being added to the store). The double up's were inevitable as its honestly got to be a pain to write an algorithm able to make sense of your purchase history XD
I want to buy one so badly, but I'm afraid I will pay 300 SimPoints for a table
What items can I get in a Goodie Box?
Goodie Boxes have different content offerings at different times. With each box, you may receive one or more items from a particular store category, worth at least the amount of SimPoints you paid. You may also receive one or more bonus items from any category in The Sims 3 Store. This bonus could range from an individual item, to a set, or to a world. The best part of the bonus is that it’s not included in the purchase price. Users who own nearly everything from a certain category may not receive bonus content.
I think that you don't have to be afraid... but if you already own lots of items from the store you may be disappointed by the bonus items/set in the box
Hope it helps you
And I get this... (with 5 CAS boxes and one )
One CAS box
Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Collection (Bonus Item) (300sp)
Boho Bell Blouse
Urban Halter
Big Band Swing Dress
Happily Ever After- Frolic Away Dress
One Home Decor box
Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Collection (Bonus Item) (425sp)
Chester's Wide Drawers
Stash of Silver Cabinet
Secrets of the Soul Bookcase
The Black Horse's Song
Tabu Living Chair from Nothing Atoll
3+1 CAS boxes
Island Villa (Bonus Item) (350sp)
Le Cirque Esprit- Happiest Dunk Tank Hot Tub (Bonus Item) (300sp)
Micro Grotto Hot Tub (Bonus Item) (300sp)
Charmingly Simple Kitchen Collection (Bonus Item) (1150sp !)
The Accelerator
Can't Commit Outfit
Tot-sized 3 piece
Jackie Oh My Suit Vintage
Nouveau Riche Robe Vintage
Top Hat
Perpetual Renewal Outfit
Capricious
Boho Teen Lacy Top
R&R
Scene Too Much
Linen Leafs Shirt
Cordial Chiffon Dress
Rough Writer
Seychelles Tank
Just Like Dad
The Undone Gentleman
A Little Layered
Curiosity got the best of me so I bought one of each goodie box.
CAS Box:
Halter with Beads
Bandana
Women's Military-Style Jacket
Debutante Ball Gown
Musubi Hunter (Bonus Item)
Home Decor Box:
Kingdom of Cambodia Bathroom- The Royal Treatment Towel Rack
Fab Ficus
Ultra Stylish Towel Rack
Kingdom of Cambodia Bathroom- The Royal Treatment Toilet
Bamboo Shelf of Balance
India Inspired Living- Decorative Arga Jars
Advantageous Washstand
Reception Chair
Rim Rockin’ Basketball Hoop (Bonus Item)
I'd have never purchase these items so I'm a little disappointed, even the bonus items lack for me
I have admit I feel a little cheated with my goodie boxes. I got 7 goodie boxes, all but two had only 5 items and I got one set out of the deal, the Vegas Bedroom in which I have little to no use for. All but about 9 items looked like they belonged to the throw away section at yard sale.
Sorry you didn't get what you wanted, but I had to say, I laughed so hard when i read that about a yard sale. I could just picture a Sim in Midnight Hallow having a yard sale with junk he got from a goodie bag.
But who knows, maybe the sales after Thanksgiving will be good.
I got a few items that I've already purchased, but most of them I didn't have so... maybe that evens it out. The weirdest one I got was the savvy seller pack when it's exclusive only to Midnight Hollow.
jD001
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That is kinda cool--which goodie box set did you buy? the cas or the decor? I am still up in the air about getting the boxes
Thank you Jane Now to decide whether to take a chance or wait for the world to go on sale LOL :P I am also waiting to see if anyone gets the Dukes Bow venue. It is such a chance ..tempting and fun
I went and tallied up all the regular prices of everything I got in the goodies boxes. I got the 7 pack and a 1 pack of home decor, so I spent 1800 on them. Per set here is the price breakdown, plus the big items on the higher value boxes.
1 - 550
2 - 500
3 - 600
4 - 1175 (Romanza Ceremony + Attire)
5 - 500
6 - 1800 (Viva Las Vegas Living)
7 - 1600 (Everyday Hot Summer Days)
8 - 2900 (February 2011 Compilation) <--- this is the box I bought solo
Bringing the sum total to 9625 for the 1800 I paid.
All in all, I did pretty well. I am fairly new to buying store stuff, I imagine that makes a big difference. I got a lot of items spread out, so I wasn't able to complete any more sets with these items, but I checked every single last set in the shop to find out! I was able to "complete" two things that I had in full from a different direction, things I had 100%, like the Jazz Wear from Feb 2011, I officially got the single version of, to ensure the store marked it as owned. The other was the Steampunk kitchen/Edwardian kitchen set that I had both kitchens of, but not the combo set, so I clicked that one too.
Now I have too much new stuff, with all the other new stuff I have gotten, that I'm worried I won't use any of it!!
This was the first time I tried the boxes, and... I guess I got what I expected. Random stuff that I might find useful or not. I bought two 3 box sets (with 1 bonus box) of the build/buy stuff. I'm kind of disappointed I didn't get any PC or any set for bonus items. But I did get three items from Cirque Celebration, and I already had the chocolate fountain, so I ended up getting the whole set for 140 something. So, it wasn't all bad, and I guess everyone can't hit the jack pot and get something really cool. Now I have 129 simpoints left, so I guess no more boxes for me. Just today I got 2040 and spent 1800 on the boxes, so that's enough.
Earlier I bought a single CAS box to try it out and wanted to avoid build/buy stuff, because a lot of what I don't own from that category (and I own most of it) is stuff I don't want. Well.. here's what I got (my plan didn't exactly work out that well lol :b):
- Belle (dress, 75 sp I think. Single item. Wasn't at all interested in this as I have the teen version and I think it's too girly for adults)
- Sleek Chic (male hair, 100 sp. Really wanted this, yay)
- Powhatan outfit (Elder male outfit, 25 sp. Alright, but not exactly a wow item LOL)
- Leather and Buckle Attack Teen (teen shoes, 25 sp. Couldn't care less)
- Blouse with Round Collar (female shirt, 75 sp I think. Single item. Nothing special at all)
SO... that's only 300 sp and it's supposed to be worth more than what's in it right? Well, there was a bonus item (Msubi Hunter, which was exactly one of the items I wanted to avoid by not bying the build/buy boxes), I feel kinda cheated though since I thought the five items by themselves were supposed to be more than 300 sp worth? And I really thought you'd get bonus items with CAS items in them, this doesn't make sense at all to me.
Anyways lol, as you can see I was sorely disappointed. Yet reading about all the great bonus items people got I thought I'd try my luck with the 3 (+1) CAS box-set (Yep. That was the worst idea I've gotten in a looooooooooong time! :P). Here's what I got:
- Gown-In-Law (female outfit/dress, 75 sp)
- Show Stopping Style - Flirty Hair Bow (female hair, 100 sp)
- Show Stopping Style - Sheer Shoulders Top (female top, 50 or 75 sp I think.)
- Show Stopping Style - Backdraft Jacket (female top, 50 or 75 sp I think.)
- Show Stopping Style - Studs and Chains Flared Top (female top, 50 or 75 sp I think)
- Blazer and Turtleneck Combo (Male top, 75 sp I think. Single item.)
- Carol's Shorts (female bottoms, 75 sp)
- Countessa (female dress, 75 sp)
- Much into Style (kid female bottoms, 75 sp)
- Viv Teen (teen male top, 75 sp)
- Pilgrim's Progress (kid male outfit, 75 sp)
- Louie Little Louie (male hair, 100 sp I think)
- Tough as Nails Teen (Teen female bottoms, 75 sp)
- The Octane Suit (female outfit, 75 sp. Single item)
- Jacket/Vest/Shirt Combo (male top, 75 sp. single item)
- Swept Softly Hair (female hair, 100 sp)
BONUS ITEMS:
- Piece of Paradise Fan Palms (plant, 50 sp?)
- Micro Grotto Hot Tub (hot tub, ? sp)
- Show Stopping Style - 38 Pieces of Flair Top (male top, 50 or 75 I think)
- Warbling Wind Chimes (PC, 250 sp)
- Jet Set (Clothing set, ? sp)
- Gothique Sleeping Room (Build/Buy set, ? sp)
Basically the only sets I got were small ones that I actually didn't want and a lot of the clothes I didn't want either or am just probably never gonna use. So it was most definitely not worth it to me, I feel like I wasted my money -.- Which I did lol. And the only compilation I could finish because of this was the one with the Tiki Outdoor and the Everyday Casual set in it and I already owned all the items I wanted from them except from three pieces. Oh goody :P
I have admit I feel a little cheated with my goodie boxes. I got 7 goodie boxes, all but two had only 5 items and I got one set out of the deal, the Vegas Bedroom in which I have little to no use for. All but about 9 items looked like they belonged to the throw away section at yard sale.
Sorry you didn't get what you wanted, but I had to say, I laughed so hard when i read that about a yard sale. I could just picture a Sim in Midnight Hallow having a yard sale with junk he got from a goodie bag.
But who knows, maybe the sales after Thanksgiving will be good.
I'm glad you thought it was funny, and I was trying to be funny in a sarcastic sort of way. And, I'm not too bummed about what I got, because CYS has made it easy to complete some sets.
Athena, the problem is that its a computer algorithm. They are only pseudo-random by nature as all programs need a starting seed. You can say that due to this, some items are weighted as more likely to be allocated.
I checked the lists first before choosing to get some since the algorithm seems to be a fairly friendly one. High chances of multiple items and bonus items. Its quite possible that the program looks at the dates of items when determining its allocations (via a team member having organized the lists by date of item being added to the store). The double up's were inevitable as its honestly got to be a pain to write an algorithm able to make sense of your purchase history XD
Yeah, I just love how everyone just takes me so dang seriously.
I got algorithm in my head that makes call them as I see 'em. And, trust me EA is going to make sure that we get what they want us to get. There's a reason that that the stuff we are getting is from the same 5 sets that have items that show up on the daily deal almost everyday.
And, I'm sorry if I seemed angry when I really am not. I think that the best writing is straight to the point, and it seems that if you don't sugar coat stuff people think your mad.
- Belle (dress, 75 sp I think. Single item. Wasn't at all interested in this as I have the teen version and I think it's too girly for adults)
- Sleek Chic (male hair, 100 sp. Really wanted this, yay)
- Powhatan outfit (Elder male outfit, 25 sp. Alright, but not exactly a wow item LOL)
- Leather and Buckle Attack Teen (teen shoes, 25 sp. Couldn't care less)
- Blouse with Round Collar (female shirt, 75 sp I think. Single item. Nothing special at all)
SO... that's only 300 sp and it's supposed to be worth more than what's in it right? Well, there was a bonus item (Msubi Hunter, which was exactly one of the items I wanted to avoid by not bying the build/buy boxes), I feel kinda cheated though since I thought the five items by themselves were supposed to be more than 300 sp worth? And I really thought you'd get bonus items with CAS items in them, this doesn't make sense at all to me.
From The FAQ:
With each box, you may receive one or more items from a particular store category, worth at least the amount of SimPoints you paid
You may also receive one or more bonus items from any category in The Sims 3 Store. This bonus could range from an individual item, to a set, or to a world. The best part of the bonus is that it’s not included in the purchase price. Users who own nearly everything from a certain category may not receive bonus content.
[Emphasis mine]
So don't feel too bad, though you didn't get what you liked, at least you weren't cheated, you got something equal, though I suppose it's not much comfort.
As for the bonus, again, EA doesn't make it really clear but it is in there. As you can see it says any category.
So as I said, at least take comfort from the fact, you weren't cheated, you just didn't win big
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Show Stopping Style- Liar Liar Pants
Bow Tied Top
Mature Linen Leafs Shirt
Aviator
Ruffled Pajamas
Simply Sophisticated Dress
A Test of Friendship
Cool and Hip
Vest, Shirt and Tie
The Everyday
Faux Fur Accent
Leather and Buckle Attack Teen
Puttin' On The Glitz Teen
Flat Cap with Medium Length Hair
Clean and Crisp
Africa Inspiration: Ikat Day to Night Dress
Summer Shell Vintage
Layered Victorian
Dauntless Lady
Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies
The Alex
Musubi Hunter
Auto-Noms Automatic Pet Feeding Station
Pretty "meh" about it all. No sets, some items are not even part of sets so I can't even get a CYS discount. :-o
I contacted EA and they are going to look into it for me , so that makes me a bit more happy.
jD001
Rocket Jonny Retro Ride
Sleek Chic (hair)
The sims Classics Welcome back to three lakes (set)
Skinny scarf and top (top)
Cool cardigan (top)
Storybrook Bedroom Set
Luxe Loungewear (set)
Easy going top
Le Cirque Nouveau- The Twirler (outfit)
Le Cirque Esprit- Happiest Dunk Tank Hot Tub
Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies (outfit)
Charmingly Simple Kitchen Collection
Top o' the Tots Hairstyles and Headwear
Knitted Beanie (hair)
Not bad, I ended up completing a few sets
Le Cirque Celebration!
January 2012 Compilation
and becoming dramatically closer on a few more. So overall I may not have won big, but it wasn't a big loss either.
Box#1:
Little Rocketeer Quantum Sandbox
Last-4-EVER Boxing Gloves
Variegated Ceramic Vase
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Gathering Wood Sculpture
Realtor's Baggage Props
(Bonus)Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies
Box#2:
Zero G Boomerang
Brainy Desk
Good Luck Coffee Table by MA Designs
The Sims Classic- Mountain Man's Mountain Lighter
Boss Level Lighting
Grapes of Nectary Table Lamp
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Stories and Caps Wall Shelf
(Bonus)Steampunk 5/5
Box#3:
Table of Balance by Feng Shui
Woodland Wear Bookshelf
Bodice Floor Lamp
Faire Curtain
Hands > Sands
Very Beary Towel Holder
(Bonus)Galactic Simball Arcade
Box#4:
Boasting Snowboard
Flower Tower
Bard's Throne
Le Cirque Esprit- Bearded Lady's Lounge
Versailles Mirror
(Bonus)Berkeley Hope Chest
(Bonus)Full Bayside Set 35/35
Box#5:
Fluxus Fixture
Animal Friends Wall Shelf V.2
The Dramatic Palm
Octagonal End Table
Puzzle Mirror
Spades in Sight Desk
(Bonus)Full Tiki Set 15/15
Box#6:
Tranquility Stone by Feng Shui
Micro Onsen tub
Haute Hip Wall Tree Light
Three of a Kind Wall Lamp
Le Cirque Esprit- Never Forget Elephant Sculpture
Little Lullaby Crib
Short Life of the Raccoon
(Bonus)Le Cirque Esprit- Happiest Dunk Tank Hot Tub
Box#7:
Faire Folk Jar
The Archduchess
Le Cirque Esprit- Fabulous Flourish Wall Art
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Guiding Light Lantern
Double Root End Table
Safari Living: Serengeti Coffee Table
Tiki Torch Lamp
(Bonus)Micro Grotto Hot Tub
Pretty good haul imho, especially since I don't buy store items. :P
Let's see what we've rolled this time shall we?
Rocket Johnny's Retro Ride - (a bonus item, I think the store is telling me to make a games room XD)
Le Cirque Nouveau- Mistress of Ceremonies - (another bonus, its rather interesting)
June 2011 Compilation - (epic winning, this was a bonus. That makes two monthly compilations scored.)
Gothteque Relics -(another bonus, it's going to be handy with decorating an alchemy lab)
Steampunk Kitchen- Pre-Steam Aquarium Tank -(last bonus item, that's going in the alchemy lab too)
Haiku of the Lotus - (plenty of personality, love it)
Mid-Century Modern Bedroom- Keen Klothes Keeper - (eh, it could be handy)
Weezul's Wicker Chair - (another one for DV)
Pretentious Loveseat - (can see that one in an apartment)
Playing with Trumps - (a nice accent)
Giraffe Measure - (kiddie stuff, handy)
Wide Romantique Wall Mirror - (uh thanks? Might be useful)
Shoppe Counter Island - (you are getting shoved in the alchemy consignment store)
Ultra Wishy Washer - (neat, too bad I didn't get its pal too XD)
Fully Non-functional Vent - (eh...)
Logi-cub3d (nice but you got trumped by your futuristic self. Might use it in a sleek present day library still)
Vertical Light Emitting Device - (as the name says. I have a perfect use in mind for you XD)
Ancient Warriors - (oooh! It seems like I'm getting modern and medieval with all these XD)
Fin Table - (yeah, you know where I'm shoving you)
Once Upon a Time Cottage- Porridge Prep Wall Shelf - (my kitchens were looking bare)
Shoppe Counter - (lol, and there's the other one)
Overachieving Plate Rack - (to the kitchen!)
Bingo's 3-Set Collection - (is this game telling me to play more kids or what?)
The Pampered Pedro - (... its also telling me to play in DV more)
I am very happy to have scored one compilation for each 4 boxes I got. Still its not a world, but its pretty damm neat. All together I got at least twice the value of the actual boxes XD
items I truly wanted:
Auto-Noms Pet feeder
Grapes of Nectary lamp
Bramble Bodied Guitar
items I like:
Hit the Bookshelf
Futureshock Loft- Clothing Containment System
Leather Luxury Chair
Futureshock Loft- Vertical Slumber Stations
Musubi Hunter
Faire Folk Bird House
items I don't care for:
I don't really feel like listing this but it's mostly what I consider gifts-with-purchase, you know, awkward looking shelves or paintings. I noticed a lot it is the stuff they are always trying to get people to buy on the DD.
Despite the fact that I don't most of this stuff I'm tempting to go again, yeah I'm idiot, it would be worth it to get one of my dream sets or a venue. But, I'll probably just wind up with crapola again.
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After reading this I don't think that they are random at all, it seems to me that similar items are appearing everyone's list. The auto-moms, the alex, Cirque Nouveau items, Faire Folk Bird house, etc.
Yeah, I think I should resist the temptation to buy another one of these gimmicks.
The Sims2 Land Rich: Cash Poor Challenge
The Gods of Monte Vista
Athena & Crog: Life in Sims 4
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I checked the lists first before choosing to get some since the algorithm seems to be a fairly friendly one. High chances of multiple items and bonus items. Its quite possible that the program looks at the dates of items when determining its allocations (via a team member having organized the lists by date of item being added to the store). The double up's were inevitable as its honestly got to be a pain to write an algorithm able to make sense of your purchase history XD
Read this thread for details of that:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/625619.page
I think that you don't have to be afraid... but if you already own lots of items from the store you may be disappointed by the bonus items/set in the box
Hope it helps you
And I get this... (with 5 CAS boxes and one )
One CAS box
Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Collection (Bonus Item) (300sp)
Boho Bell Blouse
Urban Halter
Big Band Swing Dress
Happily Ever After- Frolic Away Dress
One Home Decor box
Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Collection (Bonus Item) (425sp)
Chester's Wide Drawers
Stash of Silver Cabinet
Secrets of the Soul Bookcase
The Black Horse's Song
Tabu Living Chair from Nothing Atoll
3+1 CAS boxes
Island Villa (Bonus Item) (350sp)
Le Cirque Esprit- Happiest Dunk Tank Hot Tub (Bonus Item) (300sp)
Micro Grotto Hot Tub (Bonus Item) (300sp)
Charmingly Simple Kitchen Collection (Bonus Item) (1150sp !)
The Accelerator
Can't Commit Outfit
Tot-sized 3 piece
Jackie Oh My Suit Vintage
Nouveau Riche Robe Vintage
Top Hat
Perpetual Renewal Outfit
Capricious
Boho Teen Lacy Top
R&R
Scene Too Much
Linen Leafs Shirt
Cordial Chiffon Dress
Rough Writer
Seychelles Tank
Just Like Dad
The Undone Gentleman
A Little Layered
CAS Box:
Halter with Beads
Bandana
Women's Military-Style Jacket
Debutante Ball Gown
Musubi Hunter (Bonus Item)
Home Decor Box:
Kingdom of Cambodia Bathroom- The Royal Treatment Towel Rack
Fab Ficus
Ultra Stylish Towel Rack
Kingdom of Cambodia Bathroom- The Royal Treatment Toilet
Bamboo Shelf of Balance
India Inspired Living- Decorative Arga Jars
Advantageous Washstand
Reception Chair
Rim Rockin’ Basketball Hoop (Bonus Item)
I'd have never purchase these items so I'm a little disappointed, even the bonus items lack for me
Sorry you didn't get what you wanted, but I had to say, I laughed so hard when i read that about a yard sale. I could just picture a Sim in Midnight Hallow having a yard sale with junk he got from a goodie bag.
But who knows, maybe the sales after Thanksgiving will be good.
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That is kinda cool--which goodie box set did you buy? the cas or the decor? I am still up in the air about getting the boxes
chari
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Yep, it was the 1500sp decor one... which is blue.
jD001
Thank you Jane
chari
1 - 550
2 - 500
3 - 600
4 - 1175 (Romanza Ceremony + Attire)
5 - 500
6 - 1800 (Viva Las Vegas Living)
7 - 1600 (Everyday Hot Summer Days)
8 - 2900 (February 2011 Compilation) <--- this is the box I bought solo
Bringing the sum total to 9625 for the 1800 I paid.
All in all, I did pretty well. I am fairly new to buying store stuff, I imagine that makes a big difference. I got a lot of items spread out, so I wasn't able to complete any more sets with these items, but I checked every single last set in the shop to find out! I was able to "complete" two things that I had in full from a different direction, things I had 100%, like the Jazz Wear from Feb 2011, I officially got the single version of, to ensure the store marked it as owned. The other was the Steampunk kitchen/Edwardian kitchen set that I had both kitchens of, but not the combo set, so I clicked that one too.
Now I have too much new stuff, with all the other new stuff I have gotten, that I'm worried I won't use any of it!!
- Belle (dress, 75 sp I think. Single item. Wasn't at all interested in this as I have the teen version and I think it's too girly for adults)
- Sleek Chic (male hair, 100 sp. Really wanted this, yay)
- Powhatan outfit (Elder male outfit, 25 sp. Alright, but not exactly a wow item LOL)
- Leather and Buckle Attack Teen (teen shoes, 25 sp. Couldn't care less)
- Blouse with Round Collar (female shirt, 75 sp I think. Single item. Nothing special at all)
SO... that's only 300 sp and it's supposed to be worth more than what's in it right? Well, there was a bonus item (Msubi Hunter, which was exactly one of the items I wanted to avoid by not bying the build/buy boxes), I feel kinda cheated though since I thought the five items by themselves were supposed to be more than 300 sp worth? And I really thought you'd get bonus items with CAS items in them, this doesn't make sense at all to me.
Anyways lol, as you can see I was sorely disappointed. Yet reading about all the great bonus items people got I thought I'd try my luck with the 3 (+1) CAS box-set (Yep. That was the worst idea I've gotten in a looooooooooong time! :P). Here's what I got:
- Gown-In-Law (female outfit/dress, 75 sp)
- Show Stopping Style - Flirty Hair Bow (female hair, 100 sp)
- Show Stopping Style - Sheer Shoulders Top (female top, 50 or 75 sp I think.)
- Show Stopping Style - Backdraft Jacket (female top, 50 or 75 sp I think.)
- Show Stopping Style - Studs and Chains Flared Top (female top, 50 or 75 sp I think)
- Blazer and Turtleneck Combo (Male top, 75 sp I think. Single item.)
- Carol's Shorts (female bottoms, 75 sp)
- Countessa (female dress, 75 sp)
- Much into Style (kid female bottoms, 75 sp)
- Viv Teen (teen male top, 75 sp)
- Pilgrim's Progress (kid male outfit, 75 sp)
- Louie Little Louie (male hair, 100 sp I think)
- Tough as Nails Teen (Teen female bottoms, 75 sp)
- The Octane Suit (female outfit, 75 sp. Single item)
- Jacket/Vest/Shirt Combo (male top, 75 sp. single item)
- Swept Softly Hair (female hair, 100 sp)
BONUS ITEMS:
- Piece of Paradise Fan Palms (plant, 50 sp?)
- Micro Grotto Hot Tub (hot tub, ? sp)
- Show Stopping Style - 38 Pieces of Flair Top (male top, 50 or 75 I think)
- Warbling Wind Chimes (PC, 250 sp)
- Jet Set (Clothing set, ? sp)
- Gothique Sleeping Room (Build/Buy set, ? sp)
Basically the only sets I got were small ones that I actually didn't want and a lot of the clothes I didn't want either or am just probably never gonna use. So it was most definitely not worth it to me, I feel like I wasted my money -.- Which I did lol. And the only compilation I could finish because of this was the one with the Tiki Outdoor and the Everyday Casual set in it and I already owned all the items I wanted from them except from three pieces. Oh goody :P
I'm glad you thought it was funny, and I was trying to be funny in a sarcastic sort of way. And, I'm not too bummed about what I got, because CYS has made it easy to complete some sets.
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Yeah, I just love how everyone just takes me so dang seriously.
I got algorithm in my head that makes call them as I see 'em. And, trust me EA is going to make sure that we get what they want us to get. There's a reason that that the stuff we are getting is from the same 5 sets that have items that show up on the daily deal almost everyday.
And, I'm sorry if I seemed angry when I really am not. I think that the best writing is straight to the point, and it seems that if you don't sugar coat stuff people think your mad.
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From The FAQ:
So don't feel too bad, though you didn't get what you liked, at least you weren't cheated, you got something equal, though I suppose it's not much comfort.
As for the bonus, again, EA doesn't make it really clear but it is in there. As you can see it says any category.
So as I said, at least take comfort from the fact, you weren't cheated, you just didn't win big