Launcher crashes when I open the downloads tab in Sims 3

You're not alone! I also play on Mac and have done just fine for years! Only now since updating mac i cannot get it to work. ive sent a formal complaint to EA requesting that they consider releasing an update or compatibility patch for The Sims 3 in 2025 to ensure that it works on current and future operating systems - especially as the sims 5 is no longer in progress! hopefully they will hear us as we want to keep playing !