Will uninstalling Sims 4 delete expansion packs?

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.

How do I uninstall Sims 4 without losing packs?

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.

Can you undownload expansion packs on Sims 4?

You'll see a little screen come up with an 'i' and a 'play/download/install' button. - Click on the 'i', you'll be taken to a different screen. - Scroll a bit down and there you'll see all your expansions, game packs and stuff packs. Right click the expansion you want to uninstall and choose uninstall.

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!

How do I get my Sims packs back?

Select My Game Library in Origin. Right-click on the Sims 4 game tile. Select Repair.

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Do I have to buy Sims 4 packs again?

-Your DLC carries over, the base game does not, which means you'll have to purchase the base game again. -Your DLC doesn't 'unlock' through Steam's store, if you purchased it on Origin(because of course it doesn't).

Why are my Sims 4 packs not installed?

Try resetting the installation folder for Sims 4. To do this, go to Origin and click Application Settings, select the Installs and Saves tab and re-select the location to install the game to. This should help Origin reset the download and see any new updates or content ready to download and install. 3.

How to reinstall Sims 4 without Origin?

What happens if I delete all my Sims 4 files?

The user files are created after the game is first started and if you delete those files they will be recreated the next time the game starts. The core game files should be removed by uninstalling the game.

How do I backup my Sims 4 before uninstalling?

How many GB does The Sims 4 take up with all expansions?

Hard drive (free space): At least 25 GB of free space with at least 1 GB additional space for custom content and saved games.

Can you return Sims 4 expansion packs on Origin?

@lisacampo14 Sims 4 packs are considered DLC and are therefore not eligible for automatic refunds, which is why they're not showing up for you as refundable. However, you can contact EA customer support and request a refund anyway.

Where are Sims 4 expansion pack files?

On your hard drive they are in subfolders called EP/SP/GP within the Sims folder.

Why is there no Sims 5?

There is not currently a Sims 5 release date

All that we currently know about The Sims 5's release window is that it's a long way off. The game is still in the early stages of development, and it was judged to be at least a couple of years away when it was announced in October 2022.

Why did Sims 4 delete everything?

This can happen if Origin switches you to the Sims 4 Legacy Edition, which uses its own folder, or if the existing user folder is removed from Documents\Electronic Arts. The most common cause of that is OneDrive uploading the folder to cloud storage and simultaneously removing it from your hard drive.

How do I restore my Sims 4 saves?

Launch The Sims 4 and choose Load Game.

Select the save point you want to open, and the game will load the file you renamed as the primary for that save point.

Will downloading sims ruin my computer?

Will the game harm your computer? In general no. If your computer is properly cooled there should be no reason to worry. If the cooling vents are blocked then it is possible any program could harm the computer by overheating.

Why does Sims 4 keep deleting my households?

Re: Sims keeps deleting my houses and families

Households under that tab will be marked as not played and will be subject to deletion when the game culls sims. To keep your households safe from deletion, you must keep them under the My Households tab.

Is Origin going away?

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts for purchasing and playing video games. In October 2022, Origin ceased operations for its Windows platform, directing players to EA Play. The Mac and mobile versions remain online.

Will the Sims ever be free again?

When does The Sims 4 become free to play? The Sims 4 will go free-to-play on 18th October 2022, EA has confirmed. (Of course, all of its many expansions will continue to be sold separately).

What happens if 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.

How to install Sims 4 expansion packs without disc?

Digital purchase on Origin

Digital packs should install automatically when you sign in to Origin, but if they don't, here's how to update them. Launch Origin on your computer. If prompted, log in using your EA Account information. If you have not purchased the pack you want yet, you can buy it on Origin.

Why are my Sims 4 packs missing from EA app?

Content missing from EA App

If your game library isn't showing your owned games in the EA App and you're not seeing your DLC, then most likely you're logging into the EA App with the wrong login details.

How much would it cost to buy every expansion pack in Sims 4?

Total cost for The Sims 4 with all DLC: £945.38 / $1,034.38 / €1,034.38.