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Released in 2000, the Sims is the first game in the series in the biggest selling PC gaming franchise ever. Seven expansions were released. | Released in 2000, the Sims is the first game in the series in the biggest selling PC gaming franchise ever. Seven expansions were released. | ||
| − | ===System Requirements (For Core Game + Expansions) | + | ==Versions and Patches== |
| + | The Sims has been released in several versions, along with several expansion packs and bundles. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===The Sims=== | ||
| + | The basic game. No patch required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===The Sims Deluxe Edition=== | ||
| + | The base game and Livin' Large, along with bonus items. Patch available. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===The Sims Double Deluxe=== | ||
| + | The base game, Livin' Large, House Party, and bonus items. No patch required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===The Sims Mega Deluxe=== | ||
| + | The base game, Livin' Large, House Party, Hot Date, and bonus items. No patch required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===The Sims Complete Collection=== | ||
| + | The base game, all expansions, and all bonus content. No patch required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Livin' Large=== | ||
| + | No Patch Required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===House Party=== | ||
| + | No Patch Required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Hot Date=== | ||
| + | Patch available. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Vacation=== | ||
| + | No Patch required. | ||
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| + | ===Unleashed=== | ||
| + | Patch available. | ||
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| + | ===Superstar=== | ||
| + | No Patch Required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Makin' Magic=== | ||
| + | No Patch Required. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Issues and Fixes== | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Crashes and Windows Vista/7 Compatibility=== | ||
| + | At the time The Sims was released, it had the potential for crashes and issues. With each expansion, the game became less stable, and even on properly configured systems would crash periodically. This has not improved over time, and the game may not agree with some Vista or Windows 7 computers. Compatibility with these versions of Windows is not guaranteed. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Installation Order=== | ||
| + | Installing The Sims and the Expansion packs out of order can lead to issues with the game. The game should be installed in the following order: | ||
| + | |||
| + | *The Sims (including any deluxe or collectors editions) | ||
| + | *Livin' Large | ||
| + | *House Party | ||
| + | *Hot Date | ||
| + | *Vacation | ||
| + | *Unleashed | ||
| + | *Superstar | ||
| + | *Makin' Magic | ||
| + | |||
| + | Adding an expansion pack earlier than a currently installed one can damage the game. It is recommended that you uninstall The Sims, run SimsEraser, and reinstall in the correct order. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Corrupted Game Files=== | ||
| + | It is possible for the game files to become corrupt, requiring a completely reinstallation. The Sims CD contains a tool called SimsEraser that will clean all traces of the game left over after an uninstall. Uninstalling the game, running SimsEraser, and reinstalling will restore the game to its original state. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Mod-Related Issues=== | ||
| + | The Sims attracted a large modding community, allowing further customization features. Unfortunately, even properly designed mods could increase the chances of crashes and errors in the game. Mods have a major impact on loading time and stability, and should be used with discretion if you are having issues with the game. | ||
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| + | ==System Requirements (For Core Game + Expansions)== | ||
{{SysReq | {{SysReq | ||
|minOS = Windows 98 | |minOS = Windows 98 | ||
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|minGPU1 = 4MB Video Card or greater, 16-bit Color Capable | |minGPU1 = 4MB Video Card or greater, 16-bit Color Capable | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
*[[The Sims 2]] | *[[The Sims 2]] | ||
[[Category:Game]] | [[Category:Game]] | ||
[[Category:Windows]] | [[Category:Windows]] | ||
Revision as of 07:01, 11 July 2012
Released in 2000, the Sims is the first game in the series in the biggest selling PC gaming franchise ever. Seven expansions were released.
Versions and Patches
The Sims has been released in several versions, along with several expansion packs and bundles.
The Sims
The basic game. No patch required.
The Sims Deluxe Edition
The base game and Livin' Large, along with bonus items. Patch available.
The Sims Double Deluxe
The base game, Livin' Large, House Party, and bonus items. No patch required.
The Sims Mega Deluxe
The base game, Livin' Large, House Party, Hot Date, and bonus items. No patch required.
The Sims Complete Collection
The base game, all expansions, and all bonus content. No patch required.
Livin' Large
No Patch Required.
House Party
No Patch Required.
Hot Date
Patch available.
Vacation
No Patch required.
Unleashed
Patch available.
Superstar
No Patch Required.
Makin' Magic
No Patch Required.
Issues and Fixes
Crashes and Windows Vista/7 Compatibility
At the time The Sims was released, it had the potential for crashes and issues. With each expansion, the game became less stable, and even on properly configured systems would crash periodically. This has not improved over time, and the game may not agree with some Vista or Windows 7 computers. Compatibility with these versions of Windows is not guaranteed.
Installation Order
Installing The Sims and the Expansion packs out of order can lead to issues with the game. The game should be installed in the following order:
- The Sims (including any deluxe or collectors editions)
- Livin' Large
- House Party
- Hot Date
- Vacation
- Unleashed
- Superstar
- Makin' Magic
Adding an expansion pack earlier than a currently installed one can damage the game. It is recommended that you uninstall The Sims, run SimsEraser, and reinstall in the correct order.
Corrupted Game Files
It is possible for the game files to become corrupt, requiring a completely reinstallation. The Sims CD contains a tool called SimsEraser that will clean all traces of the game left over after an uninstall. Uninstalling the game, running SimsEraser, and reinstalling will restore the game to its original state.
Mod-Related Issues
The Sims attracted a large modding community, allowing further customization features. Unfortunately, even properly designed mods could increase the chances of crashes and errors in the game. Mods have a major impact on loading time and stability, and should be used with discretion if you are having issues with the game.