Sep 2 2014
Update If you are on a Mac, please check out this post by Bluebellflora: Initialization error at startup, Legacy Edition Problem I get the following Error Message: Unable to Start, Initialization error at startup. [135dec40:984c6a38:000000077] Cause The game doesn’t get enough rights to start the game Windows Controlled Folder access blocks the creation of a user […]
Sep 2 2014
Problem My Sims babies look all distorted and weird Cause Unclear at this point but it might be related to games running on below-specs graphic chips. EA has now identified the cause of this bug and is working on a fix (source) Solution If you have an Intel Chip with 0 MB, 32 MB or […]
Sep 1 2014
The game is not officially out but there’s already a patch. If you have the digital downlaod version, there’s no extra steps necessary. The game will automatically patch if you install from DVD You’ll patch through Origin. Changes Source: EA Severe Issues / Crashes Fixed a crash in Build Mode by preventing the game from […]
Aug 30 2014
Update This offer is no longer available There are a number of free trophies for your Sims 4 game for Sims 3 players that you can place in your house as decoration (Source: The Sims 4 Rewards ) What are the Sims 4 rewards ? The Sims 4 rewards are plumbob statues, that are unlock […]
Aug 27 2014
Introduction As many other things patching is now done through Origin. There are no manual patches as in Sims 3 and we probably get them more often too. To find more about what patches do, refer to my FAQ in my Sims 3 Blog: Bugs & Patches. Not everything there applies to the Sims 4. Turn […]
Aug 25 2014
Custom Content and Mods play a large role in Sims 4 again. EA does offer unofficial support this time by providing a mods folder by default. Despite of this, you’ll be using mods and custom content at your own risk Below you’ll find answers to the most common questions. What are Mods/Custom Content/Downloads ? Mods […]
Aug 21 2014
Problem The game/CAS Demo is running but I can’t see my mouse pointer so I have no idea what I’m doing Cause This issue occurs for many games if you play in fullscreen mode and have pointer trails activated at the same time. Solution Start the game in windowed mode Remove the check mark next […]
Jul 25 2014
REQUIRED: Internet connection required for product activation After the initial activation, Origin can be put in offline mode but you can’t turn of or uninstall Origin. These requirements will change June 2019. The details are currently unknown. PC (Base Game) Minimum Requirements OS: Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8, or […]
Jul 16 2014
You can now register for the Sims 4 CAS Demo. Be aware that this is still no guarantee you’ll get it but at least people that don’t want it, won’t get it this way. If your country is not listed, choose another that has a language you understand. To register follow these steps (Source: EA)
Sep 2 2014
Change Sims Name and Traits
Question How can I change my Sims name once I put him in the game ? How can I change my Sims traits after putting him in the game ? Answer Change the name The name of your Sim can be easily changed in CAS now. Click on the mirror or the dresser and choose […]
By crin • FAQ • • Tags: CAS, Name, Traits