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Can you reinstall The Sims 4 on a different computer?

To install the game on your new computer, just install Origin, login, go to your game library, click on the Sims 4 icon, and press Download. You can install any game you own for free on the new computer without having to uninstall from the old one.
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Can you redownload Sims 4 on another computer?

@jenchin13 You can install Sims 4 on as many computers as you like, and all your packs will be available. Your own created content is stored locally on your computer, in your Sims 4 folder, which is located in Documents\Electronic Arts. Your saves (in Saves), saved households and builds (in Tray), screenshots, etc.
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How do I transfer Sims 4 from one computer to another?

The Tray folder is where your Sims, houses and community lots are stored. To move that and other Sims 4 files to another computer you can simply copy the Sims 4 folder to a thumb drive and transfer it to the other computer that way. - Rest of the save games, if any.
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Can I transfer my Sims game to another laptop?

Make a copy of your " tray" and " saves" folder that are on the first computer, and place them on an external drive or flash drive. Then on your other computer, install origin, log in to origin and download/install the sims 4 game.
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Do I have to buy Sims again if I get a new computer?

You buy it from Origin [ https://www.origin.com/en-us/store/buy/sims-4/mac-pc-download/base-game/digital-deluxe-edition ]. You just need a hard disk drive to store the downloaded game; I assume you have one. You don't need an optical disc drive to “download” any game.
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How do I download Sims 4 if I already own it?

Installing and updating The Sims 4

If you've already purchased the game, it will display as its own game tile. Hover over the game tile, or right-click the tile, then select Download.
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Will I lose everything if I reinstall Sims 4?

You will not loose any of your Sims 4 files if you uninstall/reinstall Sims 4. This includes gifted Sims 4 packs. However, if you're still unsure copy the Sims 4 folder to your desktop or a USB key. Your saved games, mods and custom content will be safe this way.
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Can you play Sims on the same account on different computers?

Yes, you can play the same save on multiple computers, but you'll need to manually copy over your save. Your user data is located in Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4: saves are in the saves folder, saved households and builds in the Tray folder, etc.
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Can I play my Sims World on a different computer?

Yes! If you pay for The Sims 4 through origin, all your games are synced through the origin library and all you have to do is download the game on the separate computer and/or laptop.
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How do I transfer my Origin games to another computer?

#1. Move Origin Games with Transfer Software
  1. Connect the destination drive to your computer.
  2. Choose the games you want to change the location.
  3. Transfer the games to the destination drive.
  4. Launch Origin client and go to "My Game Library".
  5. Right-click the game you wish to move to another drive, then click "Move Game".
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Can I log into Origin on a different computer?

The Origin license must first be deactivated from the original computer and then the license can be reactivated on the new computer by using the same Product Key.
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How do I download Sims on my new laptop?

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.
  8. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
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Do you have to buy Sims 4 for multiple computers?

Physical copies work the same as the digital ones, since they're also registered on Origin. The only difference is that you don't have to download the game when you have a physical copy. It is possible. Both computers need to be logged in, but one must be in offline mode.
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Why is there no Sims 5?

There is not currently a Sims 5 release date

All that we currently know about The Sims 5's release window is that it's a long way off. The game is still in the early stages of development, and it was judged to be at least a couple of years away when it was announced in October 2022.
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Can I download Sims 4 for free?

The Sims 4 is free to download! Unleash your imagination and create a unique world of Sims that's an expression of you.
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How do I transfer my sims to another house?

Click on a Household you want to edit. An information panel about that Household will pop up and you'll get 4 options on the bottom right corner: Edit Household in CAS, Move Household into a Lot, Transfer Sims between Households, and Delete Households.
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Can you have the same Sims account on two devices?

You can only do it on a one by one basics. And you can only be logged into your account on one device at the time as well, if you attempt to log into it at the same time on another device you will go offline on your first etc.
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How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

How to download The Sims 4 for free on Steam
  1. Log into Steam in the app or web browser.
  2. Search for the Sims 4.
  3. Scroll down and click Add to Library.
  4. Click OK.
  5. The Sims 4 should be in the left game menu panel.
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Do I have to buy The Sims 4 again?

8 years after its launch (back in 2014), EA's game goes to the free-to-play format. That's right, The Sims 4 becomes free for anyone who wants to try it and get it. And when we get it, it will be forever, of course.
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Can you uninstall and reinstall Sims 4 in PC?

Since Game Packs are installed directly from the Origin Client, uninstalling add-on content is only possible by uninstalling The Sims 4. Once you re-install the game, you can pick and choose add-ons to install again. To uninstall The Sims 4, right click the game in the Origin Client and select “Uninstall”.
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Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on a new laptop?

The Sims 4 base game will be free to download on all supported platforms from October 18, 2022. Here's where you can play The Sims 4: PC via the EA app or Origin. Mac via Origin.
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How do I transfer Sims Free Play to another device?

How do I transfer my save data or game to a new device? It's easy! Upload your current game to the Cloud. Then, launch the game on your new device and download your Cloud Save.
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What happens if you already own Sims 4?

What if you already own Sims 4? If you've already bought the Sims 4 base game, you'll receive a gift from EA. According to the company, EA Play and EA Play Pro members will receive an upgraded experience when member-only bundles of The Sims 4 go into the Play List.
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Can I use my Origin account on two computers?

You can run Origin on up to two of your computers. For both computers, a license must be obtained from the OriginLab website, using a licensing wizard provided by Origin.
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How much is it to buy all Sims 4 packs and everything?

Buying the base game: Free* Buying all 13 expansion packs: £454.87 / $519.87 / €519.87. Buying all 12 game packs: £215.88 / $239.88 / €239.88.
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