Can I buy Sims packs on Steam if I bought them on Origin?

Yep! You can buy DLC both on Origin and Steam.

Can I buy Sims 4 expansion packs on Steam if I have it on Origin?

Yep! You can buy DLC both on Origin and Steam.

Can you transfer Sims 4 packs from Origin to Steam?

@SLYFOX7 Yes, if you buy the game in Steam, your Origin-bought packs will also work. The way this goes is, when you buy Sims 4 in Steam, you're required to link your Steam account to an Origin account. Steam will then recognize the packs you own in Origin and allow them to load when you launch from Steam.

Can you buy from Steam and use on Origin?

For games that need Origin but were bought on Steam, you'll need to add your friends on Origin to play with them.

Can you link the Origin Sims to Steam?

Origin games you've purchased on the native client platform can't be ported over to Steam directly. The easiest way to get full functionality out of an Origin game on Steam is to purchase it through the Steam store.

Buying & installing Sims 4 +EPs via origin

Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on Steam?

Re: Do I need to repurchase Sims 4 and all other DLC packs on Steam? Yes, if you want to play it on Steam you need to buy the basegame there.

Is Sims 4 better on Origin or Steam?

Actually I'd say getting it on Origin/EA App is better. The Steam version requires Origin anyway, furthermore the EA App is incompatible to Sims on Steam and using the Steam version of any EA game will prevent you from using the EA app if you care for that (EA App replaces Origin while Steam requires Origin).

What happens if I buy a game on Steam that I own on Origin?

Re: i own ea games on origin, what if i buy them again on steam? Unfortunately it's not possible to transfer games from one platform to another, you can only transfer or merge from one EA account to another using the same platform. Also when transferring you will lose all progress and stats for your games.

How do I download Sims 4 expansion packs on Steam?

Go to the My Game Library tab. Right-click on The Sims 4 base game image and click Show Game Details. Click on the More menu to access the dropdown list of extra content. Click the Expansion Packs, Game Packs, or Stuff Packs tab depending on what pack you purchased.

Do I have to buy Sims from Origin?

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.

Can you transfer expansion packs from Origin to Steam?

As long as you have the base game on Steam, all of your Origin TS4 packs will transfer over.

Can you transfer Origin save to Steam?

@Usless_Vay Yes, you can use your Origin saves in a Steam-bought game. You don't even need to "transfer" anything: the two types of installs read the same user folder, as in, the Sims 4 folder in Documents\Electronic Arts.

Can you pirate Sims 4 expansions on Steam?

It's against Steam's TOS to use pirated content on their service. The base game is free to play on Steam. If you add the base game, then pirate the DLC, you're still using their platform.

Why won t my expansion pack download Sims 4?

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 install Sims 4 without Origin?

Do I own my Steam games forever?

You do not own your games. Whether bought through Steam, Origin, or any other digital download service that requires a live account to play them, you are at best renting those games, with no guarantee that you'll be able to continue to do so.

Should I buy EA Play on Origin or Steam?

You can buy the games separately. If you are interested in EA Play, it actually *is* better to get it on Origin, as it has a bigger catalog on there. If you are interested in individual games, you should get them wherever you fancy them.

What happens if you buy a game twice on Steam?

Do I get an extra copy to gift if I own a game twice? Unless otherwise stated, you will not receive extra giftable copies for duplicate purchases on a single Steam account.

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 do I need Origin to play Sims 4 on Steam?

One of the main features of The Sims 4 is the Online Gallery where you can download creations made by other players. Considering that the feature has been built on Origin's infrastructure and servers, you'll be needing to create an EA Account and have Origin installed on your computer in order to play.

What platform is Sims best?

The Sims 4 is always going to be best played on a computer (you just can't beat keyboard and mouse). The game is available on both PC and Mac.

Is Sims 4 permanently free now?

What does free to play mean? 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.

Can I refund Sims 4 on Steam?

Valve will, upon request via help.steampowered.com, issue a refund for any title that is requested within 14 days of purchase and has been played for less than 2 hours.

Is The Sims 4 going to be free on every platform?

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.

Can I get banned from Steam for pirated DLC?

Pirating, or using unauthorized copies of games or DLC, is illegal and can lead to your Steam account being banned. In addition, pirated DLC may not work properly and can cause problems with your game, such as bugs, crashes, or other issues.