In "The Sims" (2000), managing your Sims' needs is a critical part of gameplay, and ensuring they do not die from hunger requires regular attention. Here are some strategies and actions you can take to prevent your Sims from dying of hunger: 1. **Regular Meals:** - Keep a regular schedule for meals. Have your Sims eat at least two to three times a day. - You can drag a Sim to the refrigerator to initiate cooking a meal. - Make use of quick snacks from the fridge if you notice a Sim's hunger is depleting rapidly and there's not enough time for a full meal. 2. **Cooking Skills:** - Increase your Sims' cooking skills by having them read a book about cooking or practicing cooking. Higher cooking skills lead to more satisfying meals that fulfill hunger needs better and reduce the risk of kitchen fires which can hinder the feeding process. 3. **Kitchen Upgrade:** - Invest in a quality stove and refrigerator, as they will make food preparation more efficient and fill your Sims' hunger need faster. - Some high-end appliances also reduce the odds of fires and breakdowns. 4. **Multiple Appliances:** - Place more than one food-preparation appliance (like a microwave or a toaster oven) in your kitchen so that multiple Sims can prepare food at the same time if you have a large family. 5. **Gardening:** - If you have the "Livin’ Large" expansion, you could also make use of the "Veggie garden" which allows Sims to grow their own food. Harvested produce can be eaten to reduce hunger. 6. **Stock up on Groceries:** - Make sure the fridge is always stocked by having a Sim call for a grocery delivery or by going to the grocery store (available in expansion packs). 7. **Scheduling:** - Use the game’s pause feature to plan your Sims' activities without the pressure of time passing. Schedule their activities efficiently to ensure there's enough time for meals. 8. **Multiple Bathrooms:** - Reducing wait times for other needs, like bladder and hygiene, allows more time for eating. Having multiple bathrooms can help avoid long wait times that might delay mealtimes. 9. **Job Timings:** - Keep an eye on your Sims’ job schedules. Sims who work odd hours may need an adjusted meal schedule or a snack before heading off to work to ensure their hunger is managed. By employing these strategies, you can ensure that your Sims' hunger needs are met. Anticipate their needs, and you'll keep them happy, healthy, and far from the brink of starvation. Remember, prevention is key, so don't wait until your Sims' hunger is critical before you act. Keeping a close eye on their hunger bar and acting proactively is the best way to prevent them from dying of hunger.