Re: Sims 2 freetime expansion no longer working (disc version)

@FlyingFinny , I'm not sure what version of Windows you are playing on, but sometimes, Windows 10 doesn't like to install older games from disks due to protocols within the Operating system. If you are running on an older computer with Windows XP or 7, you might just be able to insert the disks and install the game as normal. 

I'm not a major techie either. 🙂 But if you print out a copy of the instructions and go step by step one at a time, you should be able to install the game. I understand reading that can be daunting and it was a long post, but I wanted to cover all the bases for you. 

So, take a deep breath. Move your Sims 2 folder to safety to keep your saved games safe and don't be afraid to experiment. I'm here if you get stuck at any point. I try to check the forums at least once a day.

@FlyingFinny , so glad you got it working again! 🙂

Could I also ask a question please? I’ve just managed to install the Sims two on Windows 10 after about 5 years Of trying on and off! Are use the graphics marker utility was amazing my problem is that I’ve installed The expansion packs and some stuff packs up to seasons but it won’t install any of the other expansion packs because it’s telling me it uses a different file or something and it says that if I install it all my saved games will be gone but what happens when I try and install bon voyage I haven’t tried free time yet it crashes the game and the resolution goes right back down to 680 x 800. I am installing them in the right sequence.

Could you help me please?

Thank you

@lince918 , first thing I'd do is make a copy of your Sims 2 file with your saved games. Simply move the copied file (do not create a shortcut!) to your desktop so that all your saved games will be safe and if anything goes wrong you're ok. 🙂

I know there are some threads on here detailing how to install the game without doing it in release date order. I'll see if I can locate one and link it here. Try the suggestion listed in the last post of this thread. https://answers.ea.com/t5/Other-The-Sims-Games/how-do-you-install-the-sims-2-from-a-disc-on-pc-windows-10/m-p/6160361#M13984