I already registered The Sims 3 on the website but I don’t see it in Origin, what do I do? For any registration or account related issues, please contact EA Support by visiting You can register your game and packs at logging in with the same account you use with Origin ( EA Help ). To get the new version of The Sims 3 for macOS, 64-bit, you will need to register your game with EA and download the 64-bit version of The Sims 3 from Origin. I own The Sims 3 on disc, how do I get the new version? Purchasing The Sims 3 through Origin will provide you access to previously existing versions on Windows PC and Mac as well as the new version for macOS. I plan to purchase The Sims 3, which versions will I get? The Sims 3 for macOS, 64-bit will automatically be applied to your EA Account and available to install from My Library at no additional cost.

I already own The Sims 3 on Mac, how do I get the new 64-bit version? If you’re looking for more information regarding what The Sims 3’s re-launch on Mac devices is all about, check out the official Frequently Asked Questions section below: Happy simming (in a few days), yo! Stay safe out there.

What we’re looking forward to the most is you being able to download it and play again. We think this game is awesome too and we’re really thrilled to be able to get it back onto your Macs. While I have your attention – thank you, everyone, for all of your appreciative posts over the last few days. Yes THAT DATE IS CORRECT! We’re hoping to get this beastie onto your hard drives this Wednesday, October 28! Who needs All-Hallows-Eve parties anyway (which – hey, we’re not supposed to go to parties right now anyway)?

Looks like there’s a date in your Origin clients! HOW EXCITING IS THIS, AMIRIGHT? Not only will the new version of The Sims 3 be playable on newer Mac OS versions but there’s also some data management improvements as well that’s been done behind the scenes that would fully optimize the 64bit switch.Ĭheck out the official statement from MaxisJoe regarding the next release: The reason for this upgrade is because Mac OS recently did its own update a year ago, requiring all software to switch to the 64bit functioning causing all 32bit software to go obselete until they get updated. The Sims 3 will finally be playable on your Mac devices starting October 28th on Origin! That’s right, the Metal 64bit version of The Sims 3 will fully make its way on Origin for your pleasure if you already own the game in your library with a new “The Sims 3 64-bit & Metal” title.

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