You should always launch The Sims 3 using the disc for the most recent game expansion or stuff pack you have installed, and you will need to use your disc every time you play.
When you’re done, use the super-patcher to update your game to the latest version (Version number 1.67.62).
When you’re installing from game discs, you need to type in your game code to install your game. If you're playing on disc (not through Origin) your game won't update past version 1.67.
If you want the latest version of The Sims 3, download and install Origin, and it will update your game for you. 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. 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 having technical trouble and want to reinstall your game, make sure you back up your saves first!Īlways install The Sims 3 base game before installing any expansions, stuff packs, worlds or store content.Īnything you buy through Origin is added to your download queue.
Find out how to redeem your game code, download and install The Sims 3, its expansions, stuff packs and worlds.