@puzzlezaddict thank you so much for your prompt response!
First, I have yet to do a full uninstall. Of course, I was waiting for that to be my last option. I'm assuming with a complete uninstall comes with having to re-edit my .sgr files and all the other nuances I've had to deal with thus far. No matter, I am determined to figure this out. I believe @BluebellFlora has a forum that explains how to do a complete uninstall.
Second, I have over 280GB of free storage.
Third, I am only trying to run the base game model or "Sim3 Starter Pack". This is also the only instance I have downloaded, no other DLC's, Mods, or anything of that nature.
Fourth, I have never played this game before, but I am/was an AVID fan of the first SIMS. So I am more than eager to explore this game. I downloaded the game roughly 10 hours ago, shamelessly looking for a solution ever since.
