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Anonymous

13 years ago

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Switching from PC to Mac, How can I get the Sims 3 BACK onto my Mac, despite the fact that I bought it on my PC?

I recently switched from a PC to a Mac, after too many issues for me to list with my PC. I had bought Sims 3 on my PC, but now that I have my Mac, I would like to have it on here. I already know tha...

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Anonymous
13 years ago
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Hello leviathanmisha,

You can install Windows onto your Mac via bootcamp if you have an official copy of Windows: http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/

Otherwise, we announced recently that Origin will soon be coming to Mac, so you will be able to launch compatible games from Mac OS machines.

Anonymous

13 years ago

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That's correct. If you have them registered on your Origin account, you will only need to download Origin for Mac when it comes out, and you will have all your games ready to download and play.

Anonymous

13 years ago

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So when will this magical program be avalable for mac uses?

I have a new mac now i would like to start gaming.

Cheers

caseysus
13 years ago
origin is available now for mac users!!! YAY!!!
- CathyTea
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  13 years ago
  So, I just want to make sure I understand... I just purchased an iMac. I have previously purchased all of my Sims 3 original game and expansion packs through Origin for use on my PC.
  Are you saying that if I download Origin on my iMac, I will be able to install my Sims 3 games and EPs on my iMac at no extra charge?
  - CathyTea
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    13 years ago
    Just learned the answer to my question above, after talking with an EA game advisor through chat. The license for the game and EPs is for Origin, so you can do multiple installations through the same Origin account. In other words, I can install the game on my PC laptop and my desktop i-Mac without having to purchase additional copies for the i-Mac.
    Yay, EA! That is one smart, customer-friendly move!