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8 months ago

Unable to start: The Sims 4 is already running - Mac only

If you're experiencing this error message it doesn't mean your game is already running, the actual message itself is incorrect. It means The Sims 4 cannot access the Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 fold...

external drive

launching

puppies130

Seasoned Newcomer

6 months ago

I don't even have the sims 4 in my files and folders menu in settings.

Bluebellflora
Hero+
6 months ago
puppies130

Can you post a screenshot from your Documents folder showing the Electronic Arts folder?

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