Hello Everyone,So, I am planning on buying a windows computer. I wanted to know if it is possible to play the Sims 3 on Windows 11?If so, will the Sims 3 Store items work as well when I am downloading the items or worlds to my game? Side note: I am thinking about purchasing the HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.5” 3K2K OLED Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Evo Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 1TB SSD + 32GB Intel Optane.The process model: Intel 11th Generation Core i7 Evo PlatformThe graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics

@nessatay1920 I just bought a custom HP laptop for gaming. It has Windows 11. Make sure to NOT set up OneDrive (or at least exempt your Electronic Arts folder) or it will mess with your documents folder. If you take a lot of screenshots, it can fill OneDrive quickly, and that can cause syncing issues.I have an Nvidia GeForce 1650 video card, with 16GB memory, AMD Ryzen 5 5600H 3.3 GHz processor.I installed everything fresh because, duh, new laptop. :lol: I have all my settings set to max and it runs great. I couldn't play my Legacy game on my previous laptop because I couldn't use all of the expansion packs, and I used ALL of them on my desktop computer to play that game.I've only seen the Error 12 once, and that was because I had spent a lot of time using different colors and patterns while creating a wardrobe for a Sim in Stylist. I had to load a previous save, and when I changed the wardrobe without customizing every single outfit, I was able to save the game fine, and haven't had a problem since. I tend to match the shoes with the outfit and use patterns not typical for clothing for a unique look. You get the idea.The only problem I have had with the store is when I am unable to sign in on the Launcher. And that is always an issue with the store itself that I just have to wait out.My understanding is that the i9 12th gen processor does not play nice with Sims 3, so don't even consider that. Someone said they are working on it, but until I see an actual fix available, I won't be touching that processor in the future. I gravitate toward AMD processors anyway, because we build our own desktop computers.Sorry for being a bit long-winded.

@nessatray1920"nessatay1920;c-18105943" wrote:@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop. To clarify, if you are not able to sign in on the launcher, it is because the Sims 3 website is not working at that time. This means that downloading from the store will not be available until they resolve the issue with the website so you can log in.

Same here as with several other folks. I run it on Win 11 just fine.

Hey, I play on windows 11 and it works fine. Custom and store items should work too as I’ve had no troubles with them. My pc is a hp all in one.

"texansky;c-18104166" wrote:@nessatay1920 I just bought a custom HP laptop for gaming. It has Windows 11. Make sure to NOT set up OneDrive (or at least exempt your Electronic Arts folder) or it will mess with your documents folder. If you take a lot of screenshots, it can fill OneDrive quickly, and that can cause syncing issues.I have an Nvidia GeForce 1650 video card, with 16GB memory, AMD Ryzen 5 5600H 3.3 GHz processor.I installed everything fresh because, duh, new laptop. :lol: I have all my settings set to max and it runs great. I couldn't play my Legacy game on my previous laptop because I couldn't use all of the expansion packs, and I used ALL of them on my desktop computer to play that game.I've only seen the Error 12 once, and that was because I had spent a lot of time using different colors and patterns while creating a wardrobe for a Sim in Stylist. I had to load a previous save, and when I changed the wardrobe without customizing every single outfit, I was able to save the game fine, and haven't had a problem since. I tend to match the shoes with the outfit and use patterns not typical for clothing for a unique look. You get the idea.The only problem I have had with the store is when I am unable to sign in on the Launcher. And that is always an issue with the store itself that I just have to wait out.My understanding is that the i9 12th gen processor does not play nice with Sims 3, so don't even consider that. Someone said they are working on it, but until I see an actual fix available, I won't be touching that processor in the future. I gravitate toward AMD processors anyway, because we build our own desktop computers.Sorry for being a bit long-winded.@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop. Thank you so much! :)

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13 Replies

Moviefan89
3 years ago
Hey, I play on windows 11 and it works fine. Custom and store items should work too as I’ve had no troubles with them. My pc is a hp all in one.
texansky
Seasoned Ace
3 years ago
@nessatay1920
I just bought a custom HP laptop for gaming. It has Windows 11. Make sure to NOT set up OneDrive (or at least exempt your Electronic Arts folder) or it will mess with your documents folder. If you take a lot of screenshots, it can fill OneDrive quickly, and that can cause syncing issues.

I have an Nvidia GeForce 1650 video card, with 16GB memory, AMD Ryzen 5 5600H 3.3 GHz processor.

I installed everything fresh because, duh, new laptop. :lol: I have all my settings set to max and it runs great. I couldn't play my Legacy game on my previous laptop because I couldn't use all of the expansion packs, and I used ALL of them on my desktop computer to play that game.

I've only seen the Error 12 once, and that was because I had spent a lot of time using different colors and patterns while creating a wardrobe for a Sim in Stylist. I had to load a previous save, and when I changed the wardrobe without customizing every single outfit, I was able to save the game fine, and haven't had a problem since. I tend to match the shoes with the outfit and use patterns not typical for clothing for a unique look. You get the idea.

The only problem I have had with the store is when I am unable to sign in on the Launcher. And that is always an issue with the store itself that I just have to wait out.

My understanding is that the i9 12th gen processor does not play nice with Sims 3, so don't even consider that. Someone said they are working on it, but until I see an actual fix available, I won't be touching that processor in the future. I gravitate toward AMD processors anyway, because we build our own desktop computers.

Sorry for being a bit long-winded.
nessatay2223
Rising Ace
3 years ago
"texansky;c-18104166" wrote:
@nessatay1920
I just bought a custom HP laptop for gaming. It has Windows 11. Make sure to NOT set up OneDrive (or at least exempt your Electronic Arts folder) or it will mess with your documents folder. If you take a lot of screenshots, it can fill OneDrive quickly, and that can cause syncing issues.

I have an Nvidia GeForce 1650 video card, with 16GB memory, AMD Ryzen 5 5600H 3.3 GHz processor.

I installed everything fresh because, duh, new laptop. :lol: I have all my settings set to max and it runs great. I couldn't play my Legacy game on my previous laptop because I couldn't use all of the expansion packs, and I used ALL of them on my desktop computer to play that game.

I've only seen the Error 12 once, and that was because I had spent a lot of time using different colors and patterns while creating a wardrobe for a Sim in Stylist. I had to load a previous save, and when I changed the wardrobe without customizing every single outfit, I was able to save the game fine, and haven't had a problem since. I tend to match the shoes with the outfit and use patterns not typical for clothing for a unique look. You get the idea.

The only problem I have had with the store is when I am unable to sign in on the Launcher. And that is always an issue with the store itself that I just have to wait out.

My understanding is that the i9 12th gen processor does not play nice with Sims 3, so don't even consider that. Someone said they are working on it, but until I see an actual fix available, I won't be touching that processor in the future. I gravitate toward AMD processors anyway, because we build our own desktop computers.

Sorry for being a bit long-winded.

@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop.

Thank you so much! :)
nessatay2223
Rising Ace
3 years ago
"movefan89;c-18104125" wrote:
Hey, I play on windows 11 and it works fine. Custom and store items should work too as I’ve had no troubles with them. My pc is a hp all in one.

@movefan89 thank you so much for letting me know! I appreciate this! Super excited!
alanmichael1
Seasoned Ace
3 years ago
Win 11 and TS3 are a great combination. But I have read the TS3 does not start with Intel's newest 12th gen processors.
texansky
Seasoned Ace
3 years ago

@nessatray1920
"nessatay1920;c-18105943" wrote:
@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop.

To clarify, if you are not able to sign in on the launcher, it is because the Sims 3 website is not working at that time. This means that downloading from the store will not be available until they resolve the issue with the website so you can log in.
FutileGesture
3 years ago
Same here as with several other folks. I run it on Win 11 just fine.
nessatay2223
Rising Ace
3 years ago
"texansky;c-18105965" wrote:

@nessatray1920
"nessatay1920;c-18105943" wrote:
@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop.

To clarify, if you are not able to sign in on the launcher, it is because the Sims 3 website is not working at that time. This means that downloading from the store will not be available until they resolve the issue with the website so you can log in.

@texansky thank you!
nessatay2223
Rising Ace
3 years ago
"alanmichael1;c-18105949" wrote:
Win 11 and TS3 are a great combination. But I have read the TS3 does not start with Intel's newest 12th gen processors.

@alanmichael1 Oh no! Well hopefully it will work with mine…
ScottDemon
3 years ago
"texansky;c-18105965" wrote:

@nessatray1920
"nessatay1920;c-18105943" wrote:
@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop.

To clarify, if you are not able to sign in on the launcher, it is because the Sims 3 website is not working at that time. This means that downloading from the store will not be available until they resolve the issue with the website so you can log in.

"nessatay1920;c-18109829" wrote:
"texansky;c-18105965" wrote:

@nessatray1920
"nessatay1920;c-18105943" wrote:
@texansky I appreciate your feedback! This helped me out tremendously! So, it will still be an issue when it comes to signing in on the launcher, but with downloading from the store, it will be fine which is perfect. I used to have the sims 3 on my Mac but I was not able to download anything from the store that I purchased nor sign in on the launcher. That’s why I decided to get the windows laptop.

To clarify, if you are not able to sign in on the launcher, it is because the Sims 3 website is not working at that time. This means that downloading from the store will not be available until they resolve the issue with the website so you can log in.

@texansky thank you!

You don't need to login by the launcher just go to the Sims 3 Store website login there and download directly. The launcher login has always been buggy.