Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most. Can't find what you're looking for? Drop a topic in the community forum.
General
How do I submit my movies, TV shows, or music videos?
Submissions are currently live. You can find the submission form at the bottom in the footer or by clicking here.
Music Submission
Once your music submission has been sent and approved by moderators, it will appear on the Music page and automatically enter the chart. The chart is updated weekly.
Movie Submission
Movie submissions will function differently from music submissions. Please note that we do not accept XXX-rated Sims content. This is due to the wide range of viewers who may access our site.
Movies submitted to RSN will be reviewed before approval. We may allow content that includes gore, strong language, mild sexual content such as kissing or cuddling, and limited discriminatory or hateful content where it is clearly used for educational or storytelling purposes.
All movies will be given age ratings so members can choose the type of content they wish to view. If your submission is rejected, we will contact you and explain the reason why.
TV Show Submission
TV Shows can only be created once a user has been approved as an official creator by an admin. Once approved, this will accept the creator into the RSN Creator Program.
When you go into the submission section and present the show you have, it can either be approved or rejected. If approved, your account will automatically be placed into the RSN Creator Program.
Please remember that your show is different from your season. Once your show has been approved, you will be able to create additional seasons as your show/story expands, all from the same tab on the dashboard.
For example: you submit Sim Idol. Once it has been approved, you can go into that show and create Season 1 of Sim Idol, edit what appears on the hub such as cast, trailer, photos, and more, as well as edit individual episodes.
Later, if you decide to create Season 2, you will not need to submit it as a brand-new show. Instead, you will submit it as a new season under the same approved show title.
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In some cases, we may reach out to creators directly to ask if they would like to become part of the Real Sim Network roster.
I want to create Custom Content, animations, or mods for RSN. How can I help?
We are always looking for talented people to help us grow our productions.
If you create Custom Content, animations, or mods, we would love the opportunity to showcase certain creations within our productions where suitable. We are also happy for mods and CC to be released and showcased by individual creators.
To get involved, please visit our Contact page and get in touch with us.
What if I want my production to remain solely mine? Do I owe RSN money?
No. Your production remains completely yours.
Your work will still belong to you, your YouTube channel, and your original platforms. Everything will be linked back to the original creator. Real Sim Network simply acts as a promotional platform and hub where your episodes, movies, or videos can be showcased in one place.
Think of RSN as a Disney+ or Netflix-style hub for Sims-created content, making it easier for viewers and fans to find and watch the productions they love.
We will not ask you for money or anything in return. We understand how much time, effort, creativity, and love goes into making productions, and RSN was created to help showcase that work.
RSN may create its own productions and may earn a small income from them or from adverts on the site. Any income from the site will go towards hosting, domain costs, and keeping the platform running.
What is the Real Sim Network?
The Real Sim Network, also known as RSN, was created by users who love making TV shows, movies, and music videos using The Sims.
Over the years, The Sims community has had many production-style companies that showcased stories, series, films, and videos created by players. As the internet has grown, many of these productions have become harder to find or are no longer being viewed as much as they once were.
That is where RSN comes in. We create our own productions while also highlighting and promoting other creators’ work, including TV shows, movies, music videos, and more.
We are currently working on a new feature that will allow approved users to create and edit their own TV production hubs. These hubs will let creators showcase their episodes, upload banners and logos, add cast profiles, create episode pages, and keep their productions organised in one place.
RSN will also continue to create and showcase its own productions through the website.
RSN Creator Program
I’ve been approved as an RSN Content Creator - what happens next?
Once you have been approved, you will see an option on your dashboard that allows you to create your own show.
Please remember that shows and seasons are two different things. For example, if you want to create a TV show called Sim Idol, you would first submit the main Sim Idol show, including details about what it is. Once that show has been approved, you will then be able to add seasons under it, such as Sim Idol Season 1 or Sim Idol All Stars.
This gives creators the ability to fully customise their own show pages. You can choose which tabs you want to include, create episodes, add links, upload machinima, showcase your cast or voice actors, and even highlight the amazing builds you have created for your show.
Please be aware that all photos and videos uploaded to RSN will be monitored. If any content is found to be inappropriate, you may be removed as an official creator on the platform.
Below is a list of content that may result in either a warning or automatic removal from the RSN Creator Program.
Child nudity, language, or abuse
Any photos or videos that portray child Sims in a pornographic or sexualised way will result in an account ban. However, RSN does allow episodes and stories that explore topics such as child abuse, neglect, or online safety, as long as they are handled in an educational and responsible way. For example, a story that highlights the dangers of children engaging in unsafe online conversations or relationships, and ends with a positive or informative outcome, may be acceptable.
Pornography
RSN does not promote pornographic seasons, movies, or explicit adult content, as this does not align with the aims or goals of the platform. However, light PG-style romantic or sexual content may be allowed. This can include hugging, kissing, cuddling on a bed, or non-explicit touching in appropriate areas such as arms, legs, shoulders, or thighs.
Extreme gore
RSN welcomes horror-related content, but creators should be mindful of the amount of gore or graphic detail included. This type of content will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and decisions may depend on the level of detail shown.
Discriminatory messages
RSN aims to be a welcoming space for everyone. We understand that some reality shows, music videos, or storylines may include swearing, conflict, or sensitive themes. Creators are asked to include a clear warning message at the top of any episode that may contain triggering or sensitive content.
Creators may receive a warning if an episode, music video, movie, or TV show is mainly focused on racism, political abuse, homophobic or transphobic abuse, or discrimination based on race, religion, belief, or sex, especially when presented in a harmful or negative way.
If you are unsure whether your content is suitable, please reach out through Discord or the forum before uploading.
What is the RSN Creator Program?
The RSN Creator Program is currently available to approved creators only. It gives show creators the ability to upload their own shows to the platform and manage their show homepages.
At this time, the program is exclusive. If you submit your show and it is approved, you will become part of the RSN Creator Program and receive a badge next to your profile