Can I install Sims 3 without Origin?

With the newer versions of Sims 3 (past Sept. 2012), Origin is a must for Sims 3. You can still install from disc (without having to download) but you do need to make an Origin account and active the game. Should be the same for Sims 3.

How to install Sims without Origin?

How to download The Sims 4 for free with the EA app

Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
Click EA app for Windows from the drop-down menu.

Click Download Now.
Download and open the EA app on your PC.
Search for Sims 4 in the app.

Click Download.

How to play Sims 3 offline without Origin?

Without using Origin, start your game from the The Sims 3 icon and do not log in when the launcher opens. Click the play button on the left side of the Sims 3 Launcher. Once you get to the main menu where you can select a town to play your game in, do no log in there either.

How to play Sims 3 without CD or Origin?

You can redownload The Sims 3 for free given you have the original game's product code, or you can purchase and download a new copy of The Sims 3. There is also a third-party NoCD mod that bypasses the disc authentication process so you can play without the CD.

How to bypass the Sims 3 launcher Origin?

Scroll down the contents of this file until you see C:Program Files/Electronic Arts/The Sims 3/Game/Bin/S3Launcher.exe. Change the S3Launcher.exe to TS3W.exe. Save and quit. Your game should now bypass the Launcher.

Is Origin needed for Sims?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4.

How to install Sims 3?

Put your game disc into your DVD drive and follow the instructions on-screen. If the game installation doesn't start automatically, double-click on your DVD drive in My Computer to start the installer. Put your game disc into your drive, and follow the instructions on-screen.

Can you play Sims on Steam without Origin?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4.

How to install Sims 3 from disk?

Put your game disc into your DVD drive and follow the instructions on-screen. If the game installation doesn't start automatically, double-click on your DVD drive in My Computer to start the installer. Put your game disc into your drive, and follow the instructions on-screen.

Do you have to use Origin to play Sims?

Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4. Once installed, you don't need to be online to play.

How do I download and install Sims 3?

Can you bypass Origin?

There is no possibility to get rid of Origin. The only way would be not playing EA games – every new EA game needs origin except Star Wars the Old Republic (which requires an EA/Origin account, but does not require the Origin application).

Can I delete Origin App and still play Sims?

Re: If I Uninstall Origin will all of my Sims 4 files be deleted? No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!

Do all EA games require Origin?

You can tell if a game requires Origin if it says it “Incorporates 3rd-party DRM: EA on-line activation and Origin client software installation and background use required.” For games that need Origin but were bought on Steam, you'll need to add your friends on Origin to play with them.

How to play Origin games without Origin?

Re: Can I play my game without Origin being involved?

Click "Origin" on the top menu bar and select "Application Settings…".

Select the "In Game" tab.
Uncheck "Enable Origin in Game", then restart Origin.

Is Sims 3 free now?

The Sims 3 is sold by retailers worldwide, but can be downloaded to your computer for free using Origin if you previously purchased the game. The Sims 3 can also be downloaded for free using peer-to-peer file sharing protocol, also known as BitTorrent.

Can I install Sims 3 on my computer?

There are several ways that you can install Sims 3 on your computer. If you have the DVD installation disc, you can install it using the disc or using the Origin digital distribution program. This allows you to download all of the game files so that you don't need to insert the disc to play.

Can I play Sims without opening Origin?

Re: How to open sims without login in to origin
You can in fact play without an internet connection, as long as you've signed into Origin recently enough. But you do have to login to Origin before the game will launch.

Why do you need Origin to play Sims?

As Ivrognard mentions, Origin is needed. It's used for account management and ownership verification. If your concern is playing your games offline, you can choose to Go Offline within the Origin menu. You then shouldn't have any issues if connectivity is a potential problem area.

Is EA Origin shutting down?

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts for purchasing and playing video games. In October 2022, Origin ceased operations for its Windows platform, directing players to EA Play. The Mac and mobile versions remain online.

What is replacing Origin?

Yes, the EA app will replace Origin to be our primary platform for downloading and launching PC games.

What happens if I uninstall Sims on Origin?

Re: If I Uninstall Origin will all of my Sims 4 files be deleted? No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!

Where should I download Sims 3?

Origin is the storefront and game launcher for all EA games, including The Sims 3.

Is Origin the only way to play Sims?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4.

Can I uninstall Origin but keep games?

If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.