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endlesslope
10 years ago

How can I download Sims3 when I've already bought the disc

I have the disc and product code from my original purchase.  I have since bought a new computer without a disc drive and would like to install The Sims3 on this computer as well.  Because the game pr...
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rumbutter
Hero (Retired)
10 years ago

if your game is already registered  download Origin to your computer make sure to get the right version PC or Mac once Origin is downloaded and installed  then from the Origin shortcut icon click on it to open log in with the email and password you use for your account to download and install your game/s

https://www.origin.com/en-us/download

also please take note the layout in Origin has changed  http://answers.ea.com/t5/The-Sims-3/FAQ-New-Origin-Layout-for-The-Sims-3-Expansion-Packs/m-p/4641393#U4641393

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DJeanhaas
3 years ago
@rumbutter this doesn't work. It says code already redeemed. I registered all my Sims games on this account, but cannot redeem code. The new app is EA not origin. I still have discs and code, but can't find a list of registered games with them or any other way to get digital copy except buying again and that's not right.
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    EA_Solaire
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    3 years ago

    Hi all,

    This thread is older now, so it's been locked to prevent necro-posting. 

    If you're still needing help with this topic, please create a new thread so we can take a look with you 🙂 

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