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How to reinstall 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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Can you uninstall and reinstall Sims 4?

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”.
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How do I reinstall Sims 4 after uninstalling?

After you're finished with the uninstall. Log into Origin with your username and password that you used to register Sims 4 and it's packs with. Go to Game Library to find Sims 4. It should be ready to install with all it's purchased content.
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How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

How to download The Sims 4 for free on Steam
  1. Log into Steam in the app or web browser.
  2. Search for the Sims 4.
  3. Scroll down and click Add to Library.
  4. Click OK.
  5. The Sims 4 should be in the left game menu panel.
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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.
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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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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.
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What happens if I uninstall and reinstall The Sims?

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.
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How do I uninstall and reinstall Origin?

Find it in the Control Panel.
  1. Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Start menu.
  2. Click Uninstall a program under Programs.
  3. Click Origin, then click Uninstall. You'll get a warning that EA games may not be functional.
  4. Click Uninstall.
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Will I lose Sims if I uninstall Origin?

Re: If I Uninstall Origin will all of my Sims 4 files be deleted? 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!
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Can I reinstall Origin without losing my games?

Actually reinstalling the Origin won't affect your installed games. Your installed games will still be playable after you install the Origin on the system.
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How do I reinstall Sims 4 EA app?

  1. Find the EA app installation folder. By default, this is at C:\Program Files\Electronic Arts\EA Desktop\EA Desktop.
  2. Right-click the second folder (C:\Program Files\Electronic Arts\EA Desktop\EA Desktop) and click Delete, then Yes.
  3. Redownload the EA app installer.
  4. Open the installer and follow the instructions.
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Can I reinstall Sims on Origin?

Open Origin and log in with the account in which you have your game. Go to Game Library. Click on The Sims 4. You will get information about the game, and you should see an orange button with the "Download" option.
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How do I uninstall and reinstall Sims 4 Mac?

Re: Uninstalling The Sims 4 (Mac)

To uninstall a game in Origin, simply right click on the game's tile in Origin and select "Uninstall". If you ever change your mind, the game will be available on your account.
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Can I redownload the Sims in Origin?

Can I uninstall Sims 4 and reinstall it on another 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.
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Why has The Sims 4 uninstalled itself?

Re: the sims 4 randomly uninstalls itself

If the .exe was deleted, that would break the shortcut, and it's also a common issue with certain antivirus programs. If that's not the case for you, I wouldn't worry about this as long as it doesn't happen again.
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Can I redownload The Sims if I delete it on my computer?

Find your saved games folder--it's generally in Documents, in a folder called Electronic Arts or EA Games. Copy the saved games elsewhere while you uninstall and reinstall your game, then copy them back into the folder afterward. I've done this many times.
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Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on PC?

The Sims 4 is now free to play: how to download and play for free on PS4, PS5, Xbox and PC (Steam)
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Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on a new laptop?

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.
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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.
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How do I reinstall Sims 4 on Steam?

There is no way to reinstall a game purchased on Steam without using the Steam interface. Step 1: If you want to reinstall the game at a later date, enter Steam, select the game from your library, and double-click the game name. Step 2: You can also right-click the game name, then select Install.
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What happens if I delete my Sims 4 folder?

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.
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