Try the factory reset described in this post: http://answers.ea.com/t5/The-Sims-3/FAQ-Troubleshooting-Steps/td-p/714/
I have windows 8 which the game isn't compatible with but the game ran perfectly fine till I downloaded certain Sims/pets or clothing from the exchange. I have uninstalled most of the stuff from the exchange. I was able to play the Sims for an hour today without it crashing and then it just crashed now.
Try the factory reset described in this post: http://answers.ea.com/t5/The-Sims-3/FAQ-Troubleshooting-Steps/td-p/714/
hey em big big apoligey to you i couldnt get back to you we had some severe weather here
When doing the factory reset, do I copy the whole Sims 3 folder?
Thank you for all your help! Restoring it to factory settings worked! And Thank you to the others who also tried to help me! Much appreciated!
