2013-09-10 05:02 AM
I have searched the internet repeatedly trying to find how to install the Sims 3 on Windows 8. When I insert the disk, autorun doesn't pick up so I have to go through my computer, open the drive, and run it. The first thing it does it run "origin" which I find highly annoying. After it has installed and updated origin, I go online to the folder where I'm supposed to click on my game, put in the code and choose download. Great except the download does not work. It says it's going to take nearly 24 hours to install. Last time I checked, my internet connection isn't from the stone ages. Why can't I just put the disc in and install the game without having to go online? I have noticed people having compatibility issues but I can't even get the game installed enough to experience those issues...or at least I don't think that's the problem. Can someone please give me the instructions on how exactly to install the game on windows 8 because EA's support is about as descriptive as a wood door. Thanks.
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2013-09-10 07:42 AM
Try this method: http://answers.ea.com/t5/Mass-Effect-3/How-do-I-install-from-disc-without-download/m-p/1384#M22
Should be the same for Sims 3. Just do the same for Sims 3 instead of Mass Effect 3.
Let me know if it works.
Good Luck
Crin
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2013-09-10 07:42 AM
Try this method: http://answers.ea.com/t5/Mass-Effect-3/How-do-I-install-from-disc-without-download/m-p/1384#M22
Should be the same for Sims 3. Just do the same for Sims 3 instead of Mass Effect 3.
Let me know if it works.
Good Luck
Crin
I don't work or have any association with EA. I give advice to the best of my knowledge and cannot be held responsible for any damage done to your computer/game.
Please only contact me via PM when asked to do so.
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2013-09-10 06:21 PM
Ha! Worked great...I spent a few hours going through different steps yesterday and nothing worked. This was easy to follow and so far, so good. Thanks a bunch!
2013-09-10 06:56 PM
Glad to help and good to hear that it worked.
Thanks for the feedback
Good Luck
Crin
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Please only contact me via PM when asked to do so.
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2014-03-11 07:19 PM
i bought the sims an downloaded it an a few month went buy had to clean the computer an wiped it clean an now it wont let me put the code in the on the cd case
August 2014
hey I know this is late... But you wouldnt happen to have any other solutions? This one doesnt work for me
August 2014
I'm having the same issue. Any ideas?
October 2015
@Oscarismycat033 Wow a one year thread resurrection.
Can you try the steps mentioned by crinrict earlier in the thread. If they have no effect, can you confirm that your issue is the same as in the Original post?
If it 's a different issue at all, please create a new thread, and include as much info as possible.
June 2016