Re: Sims 1 on PC Installs but doesn't open game

by pitthamb385
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Sims 1 on PC Installs but doesn't open game

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I have been attempting to install and Sims 1 from a disc onto my PC. I have an external disc reader (as mine no longer works) and the game is able to be read, it shows up on my PC and installs fine. I have had to find a serial/install key online as the case for my game is loooooong gone. So far all good. 

 

This is where I encounter my issue. I go to play the game but no matter what, it will not play. I try both resolutions (800 x 600 & 1024 x 768) and nothing actually happens. No errors, no pop ups, just minimises the Sims screen (where you select Play, Visit Sims.com, Demos, More Information, Exit) 

 

I have searched online and followed a few different troubleshooting suggestions such as playing in compatibility mode with different operating systems (as suggested) and yet nothing will work. I am listing some PC info that might help the more tech-savvy people out there. 

 

Edition Windows 10 Home

Processor Intel(R) Pentium(R) CPU G4560 @ 3.50GHz 3.50 GHz
Installed RAM 16.0 GB
System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

I am really wanting to play this but have exhausted all suggestions that I can with my limited tech knowledge. 

 

Thanks in advanced Standard smile 

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Re: Sims 1 on PC Installs but doesn't open game

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@skyrockethoffman , have you used Graphics Rule Maker to add your graphics card to the game? Do a Google search to find the program and instructions on how to use it. Due to forum rules, we cannot link directly to the site.

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I have downloaded Graphics Rule Maker but it only shows 2 games, Sims 2 and SimCity 4 am I doing something wrong? I have googled and it will only show these 2 games. 

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@skyrockethoffman , i think you can add other Sims games as well. I am not well versed in using this app. I think there is a website to check out what it can do.

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@skyrockethoffman Have you tried compatibility mode for Windows XP SP3?
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