Locally stored game progress is represented by data sets that can be transferred from one computer to another or shared between users. These datasets contain all the information about a player’s created Sims, their relationships, career progress, homes, and the overall state of the virtual world at the time of saving. For instance, a user may seek to acquire a completed game with numerous generations of Sims and fully developed properties from an external source.
Accessing and utilizing these shared data sets offers several advantages, including experiencing pre-built worlds, skipping initial gameplay stages, and exploring different story outcomes without extensive personal playtime. The practice has historical precedence in gaming communities, allowing players to share content and collaborate on game experiences. This enables wider access to created content and fosters community engagement within the game’s ecosystem.