How do I redeem Sims 3 on Origin?

Log in to the Sims 3 community website using your Origin email and password: http://www.thesims3.com/ Under the "My Page" menu section at the top of the page, scroll down to "My Account" and select the "Redeem A Code" option under the sub-menu. Click on "Redeem a Code"

How do I activate Sims 3 on Origin?

How do I find my Sims 3 registration code on Origin?

Go to your Game Library. Right-click the game's tile and select Game Properties. You will see the Product Code in this window.

How do I redeem a game on Origin?

Can you redeem old games on Origin?

Only games published or developed by Electronic Arts can be redeemed on Origin. All EA games released in 2009 or later are supported by Origin redemption but not all older ones are supported.

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Is Sims 3 still free on Origin?

The Sims 3 is sold by retailers worldwide, but can be downloaded to your computer for free using Origin if you previously purchased the game.

Why does Origin say code already redeemed Sims 3?

If you're getting the "code already used" message, it means the game code has been registered. Your game should show up in the "My Games" folder of the Origin account you used to enter the code. If your game isn't there, you're either logged into the wrong account or the game hasn't been activated yet.

Why are my Sims 3 packs not in Origin?

Re: Sims 3 Expansion Pack Not Showing in Origin

Turns out if you hover over the expansion pack and right click it will give you the option to repair the game, do that and then wait for it to repair. It will prompt you to restart your system and you should be all ready to go!

Can I play Sims 3 on Origin without disc?

If your original game was bundled with Sims 3 expansion packs, the downloads for these expansion packs will also be available. Select the option to launch The Sims 3 when the download is complete. Going forward, you can now play the game directly from Origin without the CD.

Does The Sims 3 run on Origin?

Re: Does the Sims 3 require origin to play? IF you bought the physical disc a while ago (probably before November 2012), you don't need Origin. If you go out and buy it now, you'd buying the Sims 3 refresh. This version is already patched up to 1.42 and does require Origin.

Does Origin ever put The Sims 3 on sale?

The game would usually be on sale every few months or so on Steam but almost never on EA's own platform. Now, the time has finally come for you to update your The Sims 3 collection at a special price! The Sims 3 Expansion Packs are a part of Origin's special Player's Delight Sale promotion.

Is The Sims 3 .com account the same as Origin?

First of all, your Sims 3 account is the same as your Origin account as long as you use the same email and password to log into the Sims 3 website and the Origin client.

Is The Sims 3 better 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.

Do Origin game codes expire?

Yes they do expire in about a month.

Does Origin still give away free games?

EA has announced the immediate discontinuation of the On The House Program for Origin, which has been providing free games to users ever since its debut in 2014.

What happens to your games when your Origin account expires?

The games will remain installed on your system. However, if your subscription expires then you will be asked to activate the games that you downloaded from the Vault, if you didn't already own them yourself. Basically, you need to buy it or renew your Origin Access.

Is EA and Origin the same?

What's the difference between the EA app and Origin? The EA app is our latest PC platform, designed with player feedback in mind to be foundational for the future of EA PC gaming. Origin is our legacy client, and will soon be replaced by the EA app.

Are The Sims 4 free?

The Sims 4 is free to download! Unleash your imagination and create a unique world of Sims that's an expression of you. Choose how Sims look, act, and dress, then manage the ups and downs of their everyday lives.

Why is Origin asking for activation code?

Origin game shows "Activation Required" message on Origin launcher. When Origin shows an "ACTIVATION REQUIRED" message on the Origin Launcher, it means that it either does not allow games to be launched using the game's AppID or it needs it, depending on the latest version of Origin.

Why is The Sims 3 still expensive?

Why is The Sims 3 still so expensive? Two reasons, neither being exclusive of the other. The primary reason is simply that this is EA's business model. Their back catalog is always priced significantly higher than other games released at about that time.

Can I transfer my Sims 3 game 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.

Do I need an EA account to play Sims 3?

ACCEPTANCE OF END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REQUIRED TO PLAY. ACCESS TO ONLINE SERVICES INCLUDING SIMPOINTS AND DOWNLOADS REQUIRES AN INTERNET CONNECTION, EA ACCOUNT AND GAME REGISTRATION WITH THE ENCLOSED SERIAL CODE.