Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on a new computer?

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.

Do I need to buy Sims 4 again if I get a new PC?

The game can be installed in any computer through Origin, and can be played in any computer as long as they aren't using the same Origin account at once (this may apply to computers online only). The only thing that won't transfer is the save file, you may need to search it manually and copy it to the new computer.

How do I transfer Sims 4 to a new computer?

Can I reinstall Sims 4 on new 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.

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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Can I play the same Sims 4 game 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.

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.

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.

How do I restore my Sims 4 saves to a new computer?

You can sign into OneDrive on your computer or at onedrive.com. If you find your saves, just move them back to Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 4\saves, and they should show up again. If you do sign into OneDrive, I'd recommend disabling it again when you're done.

How do you Download Sims 4 if you already bought it?

Click the My Game Library tab. 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.

Can you have the Sims installed on multiple computers?

Yes, but only one person can play at the same time (unless one of you go offline to play).

Is Sims 4 a one time purchase on PC?

All you pay for regarding your account is for the games - and whatever game you get, it's a one time payment. There are in-game purchases if you want to buy fanmade items with simpoints, but that's only if you're too impatient to wait for them to accumulate. How can I make real money off the Sims 4?

Do you have to buy Sims 4 every year?

The Sims 4 base game or Digital Deluxe edition is a one time purchase via Origin.

How do I recover my old Sims 4 game?

Launch The Sims 4 and choose Load Game.

Select the save point you want to open, and the game will load the file you renamed as the primary for that save point.

How do I reinstall Sims 4 on my laptop?

In order to install The Sims 4 on a PC or Mac, you need to download the EA app on a PC or Origin app on Mac. You can also download the game from The PlayStation Store or the Microsoft Store on Xbox. The base game of The Sims 4 is now free to download, but expansion packs and add-on content cost extra.

How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

Can I uninstall Sims 4 without losing everything?

You won't loose game progress, game saves or your custom content. Before you uninstall/reinstall, just back up your Sims 4 folder to the desktop and all your Sims 4 files should be fine.

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.

How much does it cost to own all the Sims packs?

The Cost Of All Sims 4 Kits In 2023

There are currently 19 kits available. When combining the prices of all expansion packs, game packs, stuff packs, and kits, the total cost of all Sims 4 DLC in 2023 comes out to an astounding $995 (USD).

Will The Sims 4 packs be free too?

The Sims 4 will go free-to-play on 18th October 2022, EA has confirmed.

What Sims 4 stuff packs are worth it?

Is there a way to transfer Sims from one computer to another?

Copy the Sims 4 folder containing your saves etc. onto a USB drive and then plug that into your Mac and transfer to Documents > Electronic Arts.

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.

How many times can I download Sims 4?

There is no limit on how many times you can download a game.

Is Sims 4 permanently free now?

What does free to play mean? From October 18, 2022, The Sims 4 base game will be free to play. All new players can download the base game free of charge.