How do I download the new Sims 4 update?

To update the game open Origin, go to the tab My Game Library, right click on the Sims 4 icon, and click on the option: Update Game in the list that shows up.
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How do I get the new Sims 4 update?

To update The Sims 4 Base Game on PC
  1. Launch the EA app, and make sure you're logged in.
  2. Open your Library and click on The Sims.
  3. Click the Update button. This button will only show if there's an update available.
  4. Once the update is complete, the Play button will reappear as normal.
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Why can't I download Sims 4 update?

Uninstall the EA app and download the latest version of the installer from the website. Install EA and try to use a different folder or install location this time around as well. Once installed, try to launch the The Sims 4 now and see if it updates properly.
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Where can I download the latest Sims 4?

The Sims™ 4. Download and Play for Free - Epic Games Store.
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How do you know if your Sims 4 is up to date?

To ensure your game is up to date, check the game version found in Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > GameVersion.
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Does The Sims 4 update automatically?

Updates should be automatic when you start Origin. You don't need to install them. If you aren't seeing the updates, restart Origin. Read our article for installing new expansions for more help.
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Why won't my Sims 4 update on EA?

There are a few things to try if your game won't update: Run a Repair on The Sims. Clear the cache for the EA App. Run the EA App as an administrator.
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How do I update my Sims 4 to an older version?

Furthermore, there is no way to legally obtain an older copy of Sims 4 other than installing the Legacy Edition, which is frozen at the state the game was in in October 2019. Other than that, Origin and the EA App only offer a fully-updated game.
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Is Sims 4 no longer free?

From October 18, 2022, The Sims 4 base game will be free to play. All new players can download the base game free of charge.
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How long does Sims 4 update take?

About every 2 weeks it needs a new update. They take about 25 minutes and its starting to take up too much space.
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How do I update my EA App?

[GUIDE] How to update the EA app
  1. Open Windows Search and type "EA app Updater" (without the quotation marks) and click on it. ...
  2. Click on 'Yes' to grant permission for the program to make changes to your device.
  3. A new window will open and check for any available updates for your EA app version.
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How do I update Origin on my computer?

Updating Origin's Software
  1. Tap Settings > Update Available.
  2. Tap Update Now.
  3. Once the Update is downloaded and installed, Origin will reboot automatically and run an onboarding tutorial to introduce you to your new software.
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How do I know what version of Sims 4 I have?

Quote: To ensure your game is up to date, check the game version found in Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > GameVersion.
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Why is my Sims 4 DLC unlocker not working?

The Unlocker Won't Open: Ensure you're running the program as administrator. You may also need to update the unlocker to the latest version. Missing DLC Content: Double-check if you placed the DLC files in the correct folder. You can also verify the integrity of your game files in Origin or the EA Desktop App.
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Can you reverse Sims 4 update?

@peepeethecatmomm No, sorry, it's not possible to revert to a previous patch level. The one thing you could do is run the Legacy Edition rather than the standard version of the game. But that comes with its own problems: no new packs, no new bug fixes, no access to the Gallery or other online features.
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Why can't i open Sims after update?

Try repairing the game in Origin: open your game library, right-click on the Sims 4 icon, and select Repair. If it doesn't help, clear Origin's cache, restart your computer, and repair again. If that doesn't help either, please try playing while your computer is not connected to the internet.
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How much will Sims 5 be?

The Sims 5 is in the works, currently codenamed Project Rene. It's been confirmed that the game will be free to play, and will "coexist" with other Sims games.
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What is the newest Sims 4 pack?

The most recent expansion pack, For Rent, was released on December 7, 2023.
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Why is Sims called Sims?

Wright presented Dollhouse to Maxis in 1993, but it was met with very little enthusiasm. First, teenage boys had no interest in a video game with such a feminine name. So the name was changed to The Sims, after the tiny, unseen people that live in the cities created in SimCity.
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How do I fix Sims 4 update error?

There are a few things to try if your game won't update:
  1. Run a Repair on The Sims.
  2. Clear the cache for the EA App.
  3. Run the EA App as an administrator.
  4. Check for any background applications blocking the EA App.
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Why can't I repair my Sims 4 game?

If you're still having trouble repairing your game, move your entire Sims 4 game folder out of Documents\Electronic Arts and onto your desktop. After you've repaired, launch Sims 4 to create a new game folder, and then you can move the contents of Saves and Tray from the old folder to the new one.
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How do I clear my EA cache?

Select the three dashes in the far-left corner of the EA app. Scroll to Help. Click App recovery. Select Clear cache.
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Can I play The Sims without updating?

In the EA app Settings -> Downloads tab there is a way to prevent the game from automatically updating, but the game won't actually let you run it without having updated it.
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