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Can you transfer Sims packs from Steam to Origin?

As long as you have the base game on Steam, all of your Origin TS4 packs will transfer over. However, Steam packs will not transfer to Origin. However, Steam packs will not transfer to Origin.
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Can you transfer Sims 4 packs from Steam to Origin?

That said however, note that if you've purchased the game on Steam, as you mentioned you have, you'll be able to play DLC from both Steam and Origin.
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Can I transfer Sims 3 packs from Steam to Origin?

go to thesims3.com. log in using the email and password you used for Origin. Go to My Page --> My Account --> Register a Game. enter the CD Key(s) from your Steam purchase(s) - note that copy/paste won't work for this unless you remove the hyphens from the product keys first using something like Notepad.
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How do I get Sims 3 DLC from Steam to Origin?

As far as I know, this involves 4 steps:
  1. register all Steam-purchased Sims 3 DLC on Origin.
  2. uninstall Steam version of Sims 3 (and all its DLC)
  3. purchase Sims 3 on Origin (currently $5) ***
  4. install Origin version of Sims 3 (and all the DLC)
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Can you merge Steam with Origin?

Install Origin if you haven't already. Origin will launch and ask you to link your Steam account and your EA Account. Log in to Origin using your EA Account info or create a new EA Account. Steam will install your game and let you know when it's ready to play.
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Is it better to get Sims on Origin or Steam?

Actually I'd say getting it on Origin/EA App is better. The Steam version requires Origin anyway, furthermore the EA App is incompatible to Sims on Steam and using the Steam version of any EA game will prevent you from using the EA app if you care for that (EA App replaces Origin while Steam requires Origin).
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Is it better to buy Sims 3 on Steam or Origin?

The Origin release of The Sims 3 supports OS X and can be installed alongside DVD versions (as long the DVD and Origin version aren't the same game). Origin also has the Origin items which probably makes the Origin version of The Sims 3 better than the one on Steam.
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Does Sims 3 run better on Steam or Origin?

They should all perform the same and the answer is really up to you. If you would like to pay the cheaper price then what I would recommend is add them to your wishlist, to see which one goes on sale first.
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Can I buy Sims packs on Steam if I bought them on Origin?

Yep! You can buy DLC both on Origin and Steam. If I buy a game on Origin, can I buy DLC for that game on Steam? For Origin-purchased base games, you'll need to buy all DLC in Origin.
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Are Sims packs transferable?

The answer is Unfortunately, you cannot. They're two separate platforms.
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Can I buy Sims 3 expansions on Steam and play on Origin?

Re: Buying Sims 3 on Origin and Steam

For any content you own in Steam, you'll receive a CD Key that you can register in Origin, and the corresponding content will show in your Origin game library just as if you'd bought it directly from Origin.
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Why Sims 3 is still better than Sims 4?

But the most significant difference between The Sims 3 and 4 is the open world of The Sims 3. There are more lots to visit and more locations for free-roaming on the game map. It also means new activities and fun for your Sims!
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Why Sims 4 is not as good as Sims 3?

Thankfully, as you might expect from a newer game, what The Sims 4 lacks in lot space it makes up for in its ability to run more smoothly, and with more stability than its predecessor. Whilst The Sims 3 has the open world, as we've previously mentioned, at times that comes with a cost of slower processing and glitches.
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What platform is Sims best?

The Sims 4 is always going to be best played on a computer (you just can't beat keyboard and mouse). The game is available on both PC and Mac.
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Why do I need Origin to play Sims 4 on Steam?

One of the main features of The Sims 4 is the Online Gallery where you can download creations made by other players. Considering that the feature has been built on Origin's infrastructure and servers, you'll be needing to create an EA Account and have Origin installed on your computer in order to play.
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Why do I need Origin if I have Steam?

It's used for account management and ownership verification. If your concern is playing your games offline, you can choose to Go Offline within the Origin menu. You then shouldn't have any issues if connectivity is a potential problem area.
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Does Sims 4 Steam still require Origin?

You cannot play The Sims 4 without running Origin. When you first install the game, you need to register with Origin, and the game client will automatically start every time you launch the game.
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What happens if I unlink Origin from Steam?

That means you'll permanently lose access to all of the following: games and game progress. DLC, expansions, and anything extra you have for your game. memberships and subscriptions.
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Does EA Play transfer from Steam to Origin?

Yes! EA Play is available for PC via Steam or Origin as well as on Xbox One and PlayStation®4. Please note: while EA Play is available on multiple platforms your membership is tied to the platform you joined on. If you joined on Steam, your Play List, member discount, and all other benefits will only be available here.
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Is Origin still a thing?

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts for purchasing and playing video games. In October 2022, Origin ceased operations for its Windows platform, directing players to EA Play. The Mac and mobile versions remain online.
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How much would it be to buy all Sims 4 packs?

Buying all 13 expansion packs: £454.87 / $519.87 / €519.87.
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Can you transfer Sims 4 packs to another account?

@katelynn9144 You can't transfer packs from one account to another, but you can have two accounts merged. If that's what you want to do, you'll need to contact EA customer support for help. You could also contact EA Help on Twitter or Facebook.
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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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