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puzzlezaddict
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2 years ago

[CURRENT ISSUE] Sims 4 Unable to Start, Already Running

Overview jump to:  Workarounds This is a common error that is usually caused when Sims 4 cannot access the user folder in Documents > Electronic Arts.  It can also be triggered by outdated or...
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puzzlezaddict
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1 year ago

@simplymaddiem  I've merged your post with the (much more current) master thread for this issue.  Please try the suggestions in the first post on page one, at least those you haven't tried already.

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simplymaddiem
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1 year ago

I got my game running again! Looks like I had to update Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 (found by norton antivirus) and then I also manually added "The Sims 4" folder to my documents.

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