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puzzlezaddict
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3 months ago

[CURRENT ISSUE] Sims 4 Unable to Start, Initialization Error

Overview This error is almost always related to permissions: the game cannot access or create the Sims 4 folder in Documents > Electronic Arts.  This, in turn, is typically due to an overprote...
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puzzlezaddict
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6 months ago

keishie​  Do you still need help?  The initialization error is typically related to an overly-protective antivirus, so try setting exceptions in yours for TS4_x64, TS4_DX9_x64, and TS4_Launcher_x64, or the entire Bin folder they're in.  Set one for EADesktop.exe while you're there.

You may need to repair the game (EA App > Sims 4 > Manage > Repair) as well.

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keishie
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6 months ago

Yes, unfortunately I still haven't been able to start the game. I have done all that was suggested. 

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