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How to install Sims 3 from disk?

Put your game disc into your DVD drive and follow the instructions on-screen. If the game installation doesn't start automatically, double-click on your DVD drive in My Computer to start the installer. Put your game disc into your drive, and follow the instructions on-screen.
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Can you install Sims 3 from a disc on Windows 10?

Yes you can if you have CD/DVD drive in your PC. And as long as you don't update past 1.67 you don't have to use origin to start the game, you can still bypass the launcher if you wish.
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Can I play Sims 3 disc without Origin?

2012), Origin is a must for Sims 3. You can still install from disc (without having to download) but you do need to make an Origin account and active the game. Should be the same for Sims 3. Just do the same for Sims 3 instead of Mass Effect 3.
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How do I install Sims 3 on a new computer?

Install the game.

If you declined, or want to install Sims 3 now after purchasing it a long time ago, open the Library tab and find Sims 3 in your list of games. Right-click it and select "Install Game". The game files will download and install automatically.
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Is sims 3 still available for download?

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. The Sims 3 can also be downloaded for free using peer-to-peer file sharing protocol, also known as BitTorrent.
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how to download sims 3 with the disc part 1

How do I install Sims on my new laptop?

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.
  8. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
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How to download Sims 3 without disk but with code?

How do you play Sims 3 without a CD? By installing Origin (Origin: Powered by EA | Origin Games ) and either entering a game code you already have or purchasing the game through their online store. You'll be able to install the game from the Origin app and launch it from there without ever even seeing a CD!
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Can you reuse a Sims 3 disc?

You can both use the same disk to install the game, BUT each computer will need its own serial number. In fact, you don't even need a disk anymore, only a serial number to feed into the Origin desktop app. If you're asking whether two computer can use the same serial number...
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Why doesn t Sims 3 work on Windows 10?

Re: Why won't Sims 3 work on Windows 10

Try to change the compatibility settings for the game. Sims is a old game that might have trouble on a windows 10 computer. Right click the sims startbutton and go for Properties. There should be a tab with compatibility.
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How do I install a game from disc on Windows 10?

If installation doesn't start automatically, browse the disc to find the program setup file, usually called Setup.exe or Install.exe. Open the file to start installation. Insert the disc into your PC, and then follow the instructions on your screen.
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How do I install old CD games on Windows 10?

Run the game in Compatibility mode:
  1. Right-click the game executable file.
  2. Click Properties.
  3. Click the Compatibility tab.
  4. Enable the option Run this program in compatibility mode for:
  5. Select the compatible Operating System from the drop-down menu.
  6. Click Apply.
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How do I make Sims 3 compatible with Windows 10?

[READ FIRST - POST HERE] Windows 10 Help Thread
  1. To run your game in compatibility mode, do the following steps:
  2. Right-click on the Sims 3 icon on your desktop and choose "Properties"
  3. Go to the compatibility tab and choose Windows XP Service Pack 2.
  4. Apply.
  5. Try launch your game.
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Does Windows 10 support Sims 3?

Will sims 3 work on windows 10? Will it? Yes. Make sure your graphics card drivers are up-to-date and Win10 compatible.
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Does Sims 3 run well on Windows 10?

Yes. Make sure your graphics card drivers are up-to-date and Win10 compatible. You might need to make a couple of settings changes on the game's executable (like setting it to run as an administrator - some need to do it, others don't), but it runs like a champ on Win10 for me.
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Can I download Sims 3 if I lost the disc?

When your game CD for The Sims 3 becomes scratched, damaged, or lost, you can still play your game without having to rely on the disc itself. You can redownload The Sims 3 for free given you have the original game's product code, or you can purchase and download a new copy of The Sims 3.
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Can you use The Sims 3 serial code twice?

A serial code can only be used once - for one account only. Therefore, you'd have to be using her account or the account that you originally redeemed it on. It's just the way things work. If you need assistance with recovering the account, please contact a game advisor: http://eahelp.ea.com/en/ .
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Can you redeem Sims 3 on Origin?

You'll need to register these on The Sims 3 website, or redeem your codes for them in Origin. The Sims 3 base game, Expansion Packs and Stuff Packs need to be redeemed on Origin. For any Worlds or additional downloadable items, use thesims3.com.
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How do I download Sims if I already own it?

Installing and updating The Sims 4

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.
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Can you play Sims without the disc?

It is possible to install Sims 4 without your CD/DVD by simply logging into your Origin account and downloading the game from there. How to install The Sims 4 base game using Origin: Launch the Origin client. If prompted, log in using your Origin information.
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How to install Sims 3 offline?

Re: Sims 3 Installation offline
  1. install origin and set up/login to account.
  2. cancel the sims 3 download in origin.
  3. restart computer and open origin to make sure the sims 3 is NOT downloading.
  4. with origin opened, go to my computer, right click DVD drive, and open.
  5. choose autorun.
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Can I transfer my Sims to a new computer?

Re: Moving my save files to another computer

Go to file, documents, electronic arts, the sims 4. Then I copied my saves, my tray, and my mods to a cheap little portable flash drive then put the flash drive in the new computer that has the sims already downloaded.
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Do I have to buy Sims again if I get a new computer?

You buy it from Origin [ https://www.origin.com/en-us/store/buy/sims-4/mac-pc-download/base-game/digital-deluxe-edition ]. You just need a hard disk drive to store the downloaded game; I assume you have one. You don't need an optical disc drive to “download” any game.
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Can you transfer your Sims from one computer to another?

Make a copy of your " tray" and " saves" folder that are on the first computer, and place them on an external drive or flash drive. Then on your other computer, install origin, log in to origin and download/install the sims 4 game.
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Why can't i play Sims 3 on Windows 11?

Does SIMS 3 PC work with Windows 11? Yes, it does! Although Windows 11 only has the 64-bit version, it supports not only 64-bit applications but also old 32-bit apps. Yet, it is still recommended that the old 32-bit programs upgrade to 64 bit to be better supported.
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How do I get Sims 3 to run on Windows 11?

Sims 3 runs fine in Windows 11, and there aren't any issues with your computer's hardware. The one thing you may need to do is manually install DirectX 9, but that's a one-time fix. It's also a good idea to manually limit your in-game framerates since your graphics card is fast enough to generate wildly high fps.
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