How can I play The Sims 3 on my Mac?
How can I play The Sims 3 on my Mac?
You will see one folder in there called The Sims 3. Drag this to the desktop DO NOT DELETE IT. This folder holds all your game data like downloaded content, saves and everything precious to your game. Now, fire up your game (it regenerates the folder you just moved) and see if you can play with a new Sim in a new world.
Where do I go to download Sims 3?
Download Sims 3. Sims 3 will typically begin downloading as soon as you add it to Origin. If it doesn’t, find it in your My Games list. Click Sims 3 and then click the Download button that appears. The download may take a while, depending on your connection.
Do you have to install the Sims 3 first?
Always install The Sims 3 base game before installing any expansions, stuff packs, worlds or store content. Anything you buy through Origin is added to your download queue. If you need to reinstall something, or something you’ve bought does not download automatically, find it in the Origin client and click Download.
How do you install custom content on Sims 3?
When you’re finished placing the files in the Downloads folder, open the Sims 3 game launcher and click on the Download button which you can find on the left. Check each box of Custom Content that isn’t installed, and then click install. Done and done!
You will see one folder in there called The Sims 3. Drag this to the desktop DO NOT DELETE IT. This folder holds all your game data like downloaded content, saves and everything precious to your game. Now, fire up your game (it regenerates the folder you just moved) and see if you can play with a new Sim in a new world.
Always install The Sims 3 base game before installing any expansions, stuff packs, worlds or store content. Anything you buy through Origin is added to your download queue. If you need to reinstall something, or something you’ve bought does not download automatically, find it in the Origin client and click Download.
How do I reinstall the Sims 3 on my PC?
If you need to reinstall something, or something you’ve bought does not download automatically, find it in the Origin client and click Download. If you’re playing on PC, use The Sims 3 expansion and Stuff pack manager to choose which expansions and Stuff packs you play with.
When you’re finished placing the files in the Downloads folder, open the Sims 3 game launcher and click on the Download button which you can find on the left. Check each box of Custom Content that isn’t installed, and then click install. Done and done!
Can you get Sims 4 on a Mac?
The Sims 4 for Mac is a digital-only release. The installation discs in all packaged editions of The Sims 4 are not Mac compatible, but players who buy a packaged PC-only version can still redeem the code in the box to access the Mac version through Origin.
What kind of OS do I need for Sims 4?
OS X 10.11 (El Capitan), OS X 10.13 (High Sierra) and upwards, support the Metal drivers and the full version of the game. If you’re having issues with OS X 10.11 (El Capitan), try upgrading to OS X 10.13 (High Sierra) instead. Most display issues can be solved by resizing the window or going to windowed mode.
What to do if Sims 3 freezes on Mac?
In the highly likely event of your game freezing/hanging you can then click anywhere on the desktop and go to the Apple logo, top left, and select Force Quit. This will save you having to power off your Mac using the power switch (which can damage the HD).