Running the sims 4 causes speakers to make popping noises
Hello everyone!
I tried searching for a thread or known issue of this, but I have not. Whenever the Sims 4 is loaded and is my active full screen application, my speakers and headphones make annoying popping sounds. I tend to play music from my Google Play or itunes in the background, so that is how I noticed the noises. When my Sims 4 is minimized with audio focus checked on, the popping noises go away and my music plays just fine.
In game, I have set the sound quality set to low. On my computer, I have set the lowest bit depth (16 bit, CD quality) when in shared mode, and I have both boxes checked on for exclusive mode. I made these changes after I noticed the noises, as they were happening with a higher bit depth in shared mode, and with exclusive mode unchecked. (Btw, I have Windows 10 64 bit)
As for other troubleshooting I have tried, I have repaired the game at least twice by now, I updated my sound driver, and I even have Origin in-game off (notifications, voice chat...like everything off).
At this point, I'm not sure what else to do ☹️. I just know that the popping sounds are annoying and this momma just wants to kick back and play my game with peace of mind ☹️