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How do I reinstall The Sims 4?

Re: how do i reinstall sims 4 on the new origin update?
  1. Open Origin and log in with the account in which you have your game.
  2. Go to Game Library.
  3. Click on The Sims 4.
  4. You will get information about the game, and you should see an orange button with the "Download" option. Click on it.
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How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

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.
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Can you reinstall Sims 4 after you uninstall it?

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 I reinstall Sims 4 for free after uninstalling?

No you will not have to buy it again just make sure that you have your product code written down somewhere. That's helpful if Sims 4 disappears from your Origin account, but you don't need it to reinstall - just to be logged in to the same Origin account as you registered the game on.
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Why can't i reinstall Sims 4?

You need to uninstall before you reinstall. Usually the core game is ok but the user data causes the issues so no uninstall/install is needed. To reinstall the game you need to uninstall the game, clean the registry (use ccleaner - there is a free version), move the user data to your desktop, install the game.
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How do I reinstall Sims 4 on my laptop?

How to Download on PC
  1. Go to the EA website to downlaod the EA app.
  2. Sign into your EA account or create a new account.
  3. Search for 'The Sims 4' using the search bar.
  4. Go to the Sims 4 store page to download the game for free.
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How many GB is Sims 4?

Hard drive (free space): At least 25 GB of free space with at least 1 GB additional space for custom content and saved games. Disc drive: DVD-ROM drive required for installation from disc only, for physical copies of the game.
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Do I have to pay for Sims 4 again?

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.
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Is Sims 4 permanently free now?

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.
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How to uninstall and reinstall Sims 4 without losing saves?

Right-click on your Sims 4 folder, select Cut and Paste it to the desktop. You don't need to backup the whole Sims 4 folder, but it's the easiest way to back your Sims 4 files up that I've found. Everything gets saved, including game saves, mods and user options, and you won't loose anything.
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How do I reinstall Origin?

Switch it off, unplug it for fifteen seconds, then plug it back in and power it up. Once you're connected to the internet again, download and install Origin one more time.
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On PC:
  1. Find your Origin installation folder. ...
  2. Right-click the Origin folder and click Delete, then Yes.
  3. Redownload the Origin installer for PC.
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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.
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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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Can I uninstall and reinstall Origin?

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.
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Can I play Sims 4 without EA account?

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.
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How much is Sims 4 forever?

The Sims 4 is free to download and keep forever.
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How much does Sims 4 cost altogether?

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. Buying all 18 stuff packs: £179.82 / $179.82 / €179.82.
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Is 4GB RAM OK for Sims 4?

4GB RAM is the minimum Sims 4 system requirements. Nowadays most people use 8GB RAM on their PC. So if you want to make sure that the game Sims 4 can run smoothly on your PC, 8GB RAM is recommended.
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Is 256 GB enough for Sims 4?

256 GB is plenty for Sims 4, your saves and other content, and a few small apps like browsers, but it might not be enough if you also want to store large collections of data (photos, music, etc.) on the laptop.
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Is 128 GB enough for Sims 4?

With only 4 GB RAM, you'd probably have a lot of trouble running most or all expansions together, and 128 GB isn't a lot of storage either. It's technically enough for Sims 4 and a few GB of custom content, but that's about it.
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Is Windows 11 good for Sims 4?

So, if your computer is compatible with Win11, it surely can run the old version of SIMS. All in all, all versions of SIMS can work with Windows 11 including SIMS 4, SIMS 3, SIMS 2, as well as SIMS 1.
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How do I reset my Sims?

Type resetSim Firstname Lastname and click Enter. Make sure you enter the name of the Sim you want to reset. For example: If you want to reset Gobias Koffi, type: resetSim Gobias Koffi, and press Enter. If you need to reset all of the Sims in your current game, you can type resetSim *.
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