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I keep downloading the patch discs and it keeps uninstalling automatically due to an error. Why is it doing that and what should I do?

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You should probably contact EA Support or EA Forums, and they will help you. You should also include the error code or whatever the error says in the forum.

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Will The Sims 2 work with Windows 10?

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Yes. It normally doesn't matter what system you have; most computers are able to run it without any issues.

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Do I really need to install the expansion packs?

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No, but if you want more things on the game, you will need to.

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Can I play the Sims 2 without having played the Sims 1?

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Yes.

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My computer says I have the wrong version of The Sims 2. How can I fix this?

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Did you install any expansion packs? If you did, try the newest one. If you don't know, then try every disc with a expansion pack until it works. If this doesn't work, then try contacting EA Support or EA Forums.

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Can I play the Sims 2 on a phone?

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No, the Sims 2 is made to be played on a PC/laptop. You can play Sims Mobile on your phone.

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Will I need disc 4?

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If you have a 4 disc version, the answer is yes. If it's an expansion, it's optional.

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How can I download the Sims 2?

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You need to buy the game in order to play it. This way you can both play it and support its creators.

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I have a launch drive and a storage drive on my laptop. My launch drive has limited space. Can I install and play The Sims using my storage drive for the files that grow and consume space?

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If your storage drive has enough space, then yes, you can install Sims 2. Or you could just get another storage drive just for Sims 2, if it doesn't have enough space.

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How do I install the Sims 2 if it comes with three discs and I'm being prompted for disc 4?

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If it's asking you for disc 4 and giving you no other options at that point in the installation process, you have the 4-disc version and will need to track down and purchase the fourth disc.

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What do I do if I see a pop-up that says my computer can't play it?

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You should change the compatibility mode like it says in "Playing the game on Windows 7 or 8" in the article.

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Where can I get the patches for the game?

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ModTheSims website has the patches. Search 'mod the sims sims 2 patches' and then click on the first result. To install them, double click on the application you download. Then follow the steps to finish the patch installation.

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If I have an old XP pc with my sims games on it, can I go purchase the expansions and download them after the expansions I already have? I am missing 3 or 4, one including university.

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Yes, it'll work. Installing in release order isn't actually required but is the best to do.

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Can you install TS2 without a disc?

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Yes, if you have the Ultimate Collection on Origin. Just see the section on installing it from Origin.

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Will The Sims 2 expansion packs work with Windows 10?

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Yes, but the disc versions are problematic due to DRM incompatibility.

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I have discs 2, 3 and 4. Do I need disc one?

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Disc 1 is important because it is the first disc you insert to install the game. If you are playing the game using the discs, you will also need Disc 1 to actually play.

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