alexcroft_BetterHarvest_override_v003.zip 88.8 KB
February 17, 2026

Better Harvest Animation Override: Version 3.00 is Here! 🎃

*CHANGELOG:
v001 - Release
v002 - Added Animations
v003 - Added vfx and sound effect

SulSul everyone!

I’m excited to announce that I have officially updated the Harvest Animation Override to Version 2.00!

I really wanted to bring more realism to the farming experience in The Sims 4. In this new version, I’ve replaced the default "standing" animation with a custom kneeling animation converted directly from The Sims 3.

Instead of the generic standing pickup, your Sims will now actually kneel down to harvest their pumpkins. It adds a much-needed layer of immersion and a cozy "farming vibe" to the gameplay. This is a custom animation override I’ve been working on, and I’m thrilled with how it looks in-game!

I’m also hard at work growing my YouTube channel. While there aren’t any tutorials uploaded just yet, I have some big plans for the near future! I’ll be posting tutorials and behind-the-scenes updates on how I create these mods soon.

Make sure to subscribe and follow me there so you don’t miss out on any upcoming content or the first set of guides when they drop!

I’d love to hear your feedback! Let me know what you think about this new version in the comments below.

This mod is a Resource Override and modifies the following instances:

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⚠️ Warning: This mod will conflict with any other mod that alters these specific animation instances.

Requirements:

The Sims 4: Cottage Living Expansion Pack is required.

Happy Simming! 🎃

Comments (12)

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Shco? · August 22, 2026

O my God! This is great!

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Sword Cats · February 21, 2026

this looks so good!! the original sims 4 animation is so lacking

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Simdrew1993 · February 20, 2026

Dude! This is amazing! You are so awesome! Honestly we needed added depth to Sims 4's animations so bad, thank you!

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McLayneSims (Mick) · February 19, 2026

thanks! that swipe animation is such an annoying lazy animation.. been used many times for all actions.. hahaa

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Tazmanyak · February 18, 2026

Lovely ♥ Thank you :) Would you maybe also override animation for other root crops as onion, potato, ... ?

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AlexCroft · February 18, 2026

Actually, the mod overrides all giant crops' default animations. I haven’t tested it with other vegetables yet. Could you try it and let me know?

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Marie King · February 18, 2026

It looks great much more realistic but I was just wondering does it take longer to harvest because of the animation?

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AlexCroft · February 18, 2026

Yes I’ve extended the duration of the “crop” loop animation, just like the original one in the sims 3.

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gfvsims · February 18, 2026

Swiper, no swiping! This mod looks so great - thank you!

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Jill · February 17, 2026

I HATE the swiping. Thank you so much!

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Anaya · February 17, 2026

Thank you so much for this!! ♥

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Icy Vicy · February 17, 2026

Thank you ♥