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Can Sims 2 run on Windows 11?

All in all, all versions of SIMS can work with Windows 11 including SIMS 4, SIMS 3, SIMS 2, as well as SIMS 1.
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What Windows does Sims 2 work on?

Playing the Game on Windows 7, 8 and 10

The Sims 2 was not designed to run on operating systems past Windows XP – Double Deluxe and packs released after it do officially work on Windows Vista, but players tend to run into more issues than on Windows XP.
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How do I install Sims on Windows 11?

How to download The Sims 4 for free with the EA app
  1. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
  2. Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
  3. Click EA app for Windows from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click Download Now.
  5. Download and open the EA app on your PC.
  6. Search for Sims 4 in the app.
  7. Click Download.
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How to play the original Sims on Windows 11?

Contents
  1. Step 1 – Installing the The Sims 1 and Expansions Correctly.
  2. Step 2 – Installing Windows 11/10/8/7 Patch (Optional, But Recommended)
  3. Step 3 – Configuring Compatibility Settings.
  4. Step 4 – Set Screen Resolution and Play in Windowed Mode.
  5. Troubleshooting – Resolving common errors. Windows 11 Fix / Game Not Launching.
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Why won't Sims 2 run on Windows 10?

The Sims 2 is an old game and it only uses 2GB of your available memory. You need a special patch for the game to access 4GB in Windows 10. When installed properly, you won't run out of memory while you play and your game won't crash and your graphics won't flash pink anymore.
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What will Sims 2 run on?

The Sims 2 Recommended Requirements
  • CPU: Pentium 4 or Athlon XP.
  • CPU SPEED: 2 GHz.
  • RAM: 512 MB.
  • VIDEO CARD: 64 MB 3D accelerated video card (NVIDIA GeForce3/ATI Radeon 8500/Intel Extreme Graphics 2 or better)
  • TOTAL VIDEO RAM: 64 MB.
  • PIXEL SHADER: 1.3.
  • 3D: Yes.
  • DIRECTX VERSION: 8.1 (included)
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How do I get my Sims 2 disc to work on Windows 10?

How to Install The Sims 2 + Expansions on Windows 10 (TS2upd.exe Error)
  1. Install the Sims 2 normally from disc.
  2. Copy the files from inside the downloaded zip and folder to "c:\Program Files (x86)\EA GAMES\The Sims 2" and confirm to override the files already there. ...
  3. Install expansion packs in no particular order.
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Is Windows 11 compatible with Origin?

Whether you're making time on your calendar for multiple projects or planning your next game night, Windows 11 makes it easy for you to push your ORIGIN PC to create and game with ease.
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Can I still play Sims 2?

Currently, The Sims 2 is not available on any online retailers. Physical copies of the game can still work, though much like with The Sims, these can be a bit limited. Unlike The Sims, however, The Sims 2 actually runs fairly well on modern systems. That isn't to say there aren't a few problems.
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Will my old games work on Windows 11?

It depends. Some games of that era might require DOS or 16 bit Windows to run and these will not run in Windows 11. You will need a virtual OS such as FreeDOS to run these. But if they are designed for at least 32-bit Windows you should be able to get them to run somehow.
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How do I install games on Windows 11?

Installing from the Microsoft Store
  1. Sign in to your Microsoft account on your Windows 10/11 device. Sign in to your account.
  2. Open the Microsoft Store app. ...
  3. Select See more (...) in the top-right corner of the screen, and then select My Library.
  4. Select Install next to the game you want to install.
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Why can't i play Sims 4 on Windows 11?

Re: Sims 4 not working on Windows 11

removing mods and clearing the cache files. repairing the game. checking for windows updates. checking my video drivers for updates.
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Can you still get Sims 2 for PC?

There is no legal way to download The Sims 2. The only option is to buy an actual physical disc version.
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How can I install Sims 2?

Installing Sims
  1. Double-click on the . Sims2Pack file of the Sim you would like to install.
  2. Select Install inside The Sims™ 2: Package Installer to complete the installation.
  3. The next time you launch The Sims™ 2: Super Collection, the newly installed Sim will be in the Create A Sim Sim Bin.
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Will EA bring Sims 2 back?

In an official tweet from the EA Help Twitter account, it was made clear that there are no plans to have The Sims 2 return to Origin any time soon.
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What is not compatible with Windows 11?

Windows 11 will only be released for 64-bit systems, so computers with a 32-bit processor will not be able to upgrade. However, 32-bit programs can still be used in the 64-bit environment.
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Why is Windows 11 so incompatible?

Windows 11 runs with AMD processors (Athlon, EPYC and Ryzen) and will not pass the compatibility test with an Intel processor below 8th-gen.
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Does anything not work with Windows 11?

If your PC doesn't meet the Windows 11 system requirements: Windows 11 won't install unless your PC meets the minimum requirements, and some are more onerous than others. The most restrictive requirements are those which demand your PC have a pretty modern CPU and TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) support.
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Why can't I install the Sims 2?

1) Try copying the setup files to your Desktop and try to install running as the Administrator using Administrator Privileges. 2) To Install, right click on the setup files and select the "Run as Administrator" option to install the game. 3) You can also try to install the game in compatibility mode.
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Can you put Sims 2 on a flash drive?

Basically, if the Sims uses 200 MB of your RAM when you have it installed on a hard drive, it will still use 200 MB of your RAM if you install it on a flash drive. If you install it to the flash drive, it will work.
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Do Sims 2 discs still work?

The Sims 2 disks are outdated and the software on them is no longer supported, so quite often Windows will not run them. It is possible to get them running but we do not recommend it as you have to disable Windows services that are there to protect your computer.
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