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Re: [CURRENT ISSUE] Sims 4 doesn't start - No Error Message (Patch 1.68.154)

Like the title says, playing the Sims 4 only ends up opening Origin instead of actually launching the game. I've seen other posts like this but not since the last November update, and none of the solutions I found solved my issue. 

What happens: When trying to launch the sims 4 by .exe file, by shortcut, or through Origin, Origin itself simply closes if it was already opened then opens back up again. In task manager, I do not see TS4 in processes, but it does pop up for a split second in the details tab. 

Solving attempts: I tried

  • Restarting and shutting down my computer
  • Launching the sims from different locations 
  • Deleting my sims 4 folder from my documents 
  • Going offline in Origin
  • Reinstalling the game

Notes: 

  • I've never downloaded any CC and didn't buy any new packs since before the update (the game was working then.) 
  • I did notice other people having issues with their game crashing after the November update I'm talking about-- but only crashing after their game was working just fine. Mine doesn't show up at all. 
  • Should I wait till a new update? I'll add that I'm not entirely sure if that's what caused the issue since I haven't opened the game I'd say.. around a week before it or so.

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