Do you have to use Origin to play Sims 4?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4. Once installed, you don't need to be online to play.

Can I delete Origin and still play Sims 4?

No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!

Can I play Sims without logging into Origin?

You can't: you have to register with Origin as part of the initial game install. After that, Origin will be started whenever you start Sims 4, but you can be offline.

How to install Sims 4 without Origin?

Can you play Sims 4 offline without Origin?

This can also be done by going in The Sims 4's Settings panel and selecting ”Other”. From there, just untick the ”Online Access” option and you'll play the game Offline. Playing The Sims 4 Offline will reduce the Main Menu loading time, but there's a disadvantage and that's no Gallery.

I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

What happens if I delete Origin?

What happens when I uninstall the Origin client? If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.

What happens if I uninstall Sims from Origin?

You won't loose game progress, game saves or your custom content.

How do you turn off Origin on Sims 4?

Right click on the game in your Games Library and select Game Properties. Uncheck the box next to Enable Origin In Game for The Sims 4.

Will I lose everything if I uninstall a game on Origin?

Yes it will just stay in the 'My Games' section in Origin client. Regarding the game saves, you should get a prompt when uninstalling the game whether you wish to remove or keep game saves.

Does The Sims Origin slow down your computer?

Not unless the hardware is failing, and then it doesn't get slow… and in that rare case where the hard drive is failing and it is operating more slowly… it is so slow that the laptop wouldn't be *functional*.

How do I skip Origin update?

Does Sims 4 Origin expire?

Re: Will my Sims 4 game ever expire? if you bought the game (and didn't get it through Origin Access or Origin Access Premiere), the game will not expire. It's yours to keep. Only scenario what MIGHT pose an issue is that EA goes bankrupt and no one takes over their games :D.

Can I uninstall The Sims 4 from Origin and the reinstall?

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”.

Do you have to uninstall Origin?

Why uninstall Origin? The only reason for keeping Origin on your Mac is if you play EA games and downloaded Origin to try it out. Or if you no longer play EA games on your Mac, there's no reason to keep it.

How do I unlink Origin?

Go to the EA Account settings portal. Click on Connections. Find the account you want to unlink, and click the Unlink button next to it.

Does Origin take up space?

Windows. These system requirements apply to the most recent release of Origin and OriginPro. Hard Disk Space: 2.0 GB of free hard disk space for program installation + Help files (does not include data storage).

Will Sims 4 be permanently free?

The Sims 4 is now free worldwide. 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.

Is The Sims 4 free today?

The Sims 4 is free to download! Unleash your imagination and create a unique world of Sims that's an expression of you.

Does Sims 4 cost money on Origin?

You can download the base game at no additional cost on a PC via Steam and Origin.

What app is replacing Origin?

EA says the new app, simply called the EA app, will be easier to navigate and has improved social features. Players will now be able to link their account with other platforms such as Xbox, PlayStation and Steam - making cross-play much easier than before.

Can you bypass Origin?

Re: Can I play my game without Origin being involved? Click "Origin" on the top menu bar and select "Application Settings...". Select the "In Game" tab. Uncheck "Enable Origin in Game", then restart Origin.

How to play games without installing Origin?

Why can't I play Sims 4 on Steam?

Open your Steam and go to your Steam Library. Find your Sims 4 game and click on Properties. Then go to the Local Files tab and select Verify Integrity of Game Files to start repairing your game. Wait for everything to finish before you try opening TS4 again.

Do Sims mods mess up your computer?

It is perfectly safe to download mods and CC. Creators will not stick malware or viruses into their downloads. Creators create content for the game out of a genuine passion for The Sims; however, many creators host their downloads on sites that have pop-up ads.