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Will Sims 2 work on Windows 11?

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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What Windows does Sims 2 work on?

Playing the Game on Windows 7, 8 and 10

The Sims 2 was not designed to run on operating systems past Windows XP – Double Deluxe and packs released after it do officially work on Windows Vista, but players tend to run into more issues than on Windows XP.
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How to play the original Sims on Windows 11?

Contents
  1. Step 1 – Installing the The Sims 1 and Expansions Correctly.
  2. Step 2 – Installing Windows 11/10/8/7 Patch (Optional, But Recommended)
  3. Step 3 – Configuring Compatibility Settings.
  4. Step 4 – Set Screen Resolution and Play in Windowed Mode.
  5. Troubleshooting – Resolving common errors. Windows 11 Fix / Game Not Launching.
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Can Windows 11 run Sims 3?

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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How do I install Sims on Windows 11?

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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Does Windows 11 support SIM?

Some Windows 11 devices have a SIM card or eSIM in them that lets you connect to a cellular data network, so you can get online in more places by using a cellular signal.
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Can I still play Sims 2?

Currently, The Sims 2 is not available on any online retailers. Physical copies of the game can still work, though much like with The Sims, these can be a bit limited. Unlike The Sims, however, The Sims 2 actually runs fairly well on modern systems. That isn't to say there aren't a few problems.
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Why wont my Sims 2 work on my laptop?

The Sims 2 is an old game and it only uses 2GB of your available memory. You need a special patch for the game to access 4GB in Windows 10. When installed properly, you won't run out of memory while you play and your game won't crash and your graphics won't flash pink anymore.
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What isn t compatible with Windows 11?

Windows 11 will only be released for 64-bit systems, so computers with a 32-bit processor will not be able to upgrade. However, 32-bit programs can still be used in the 64-bit environment.
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Will all my games be compatible with Windows 11?

Windows 11 has a very similar foundation to Windows 10, so if you're running that version and your games work, they'll continue working. Steam, the Microsoft Store, Epic Games Store, and any other platforms you may be using are just as compatible as they are on Windows 10.
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Is Origin not compatible with Windows 11?

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). Browser: It requires Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 7, or Microsoft Edge on Windows 11.
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Why doesn t Origin work on Windows 11?

This issue may occur if Origin is not compatible for your current Windows operating system. If you're net sure, run the Program Compatibility Troubleshooter. The Program Compatibility Troubleshooter can check whether that program is compatible for your current Windows operating system or not.
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What will Sims 2 run on?

The Sims 2 Recommended Requirements
  • CPU: Pentium 4 or Athlon XP.
  • CPU SPEED: 2 GHz.
  • RAM: 512 MB.
  • VIDEO CARD: 64 MB 3D accelerated video card (NVIDIA GeForce3/ATI Radeon 8500/Intel Extreme Graphics 2 or better)
  • TOTAL VIDEO RAM: 64 MB.
  • PIXEL SHADER: 1.3.
  • 3D: Yes.
  • DIRECTX VERSION: 8.1 (included)
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Can you still get Sims 2 for PC?

There is no legal way to download The Sims 2. The only option is to buy an actual physical disc version.
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Is win11 better than 10?

Windows 11 is worth the update for most people. It comes with a wide range of new features, performance improvements, and design changes. As the latest Windows OS, it usually gets more attention than Windows 10, too. There's not too much risk in upgrading to Windows 11, either.
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Is Windows 11 faster than Windows 10?

Simply put, there just isn't any measurable performance difference between Windows 10 and Windows 11 right now. In fairness, Windows 11 is a little faster, but just not that much to be significant.
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Why can't I install Sims 2?

1) Try copying the setup files to your Desktop and try to install running as the Administrator using Administrator Privileges. 2) To Install, right click on the setup files and select the "Run as Administrator" option to install the game. 3) You can also try to install the game in compatibility mode.
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How do I transfer Sims 2 to a new computer?

Re: can't transfer sims 2 files to new computer

Once you find your original saves, simply move the current Sims 2 file (found Documents > EA Games > Sims 2) to your Desktop, start up the game allowing for a new file to regenerate and play for about an hour to make sure the game is running. You can either save or leave.
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How to get Sims 2 on PC without disk?

Re: Downloading sims 2 without disk drive

If you still have your game keys an EA Game Advisor can add the game to your Origin account and you can then play without disc. As Sims 2 is an older game you'll have to contact an EA Game Advisor to have it added to your Origin account.
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Will EA bring Sims 2 back?

In an official tweet from the EA Help Twitter account, it was made clear that there are no plans to have The Sims 2 return to Origin any time soon.
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What will Windows 11 work on?

Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with two or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or system on a chip (SoC). RAM: 4 gigabytes (GB) or greater. Storage: 64 GB* or greater available storage is required to install Windows 11.
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