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FIX: The Sims 3 Keeps Crashing on Windows 10 & 11
Performing a cleaning boot is one of the quickest ways to fix this
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Sims 3 is one of the most played games on Windows PC. This is because of its realistic and cool gameplay that makes you always want to come back.
However, users are starting to complain that Sim 3 crashes on Windows 10 and 11. This can be annoying, but it is not an issue without solutions. In this guide, we have gathered the best fixes you can apply to eliminate this frustrating problem.
Why does my Sims 3 game keep crashing?
Below are some of the reasons the Sims 3 game keeps crashing on Windows 10 and 11:
How do I stop Sims 3 from crashing and freezing?
We’ve scouted the web and found some working fixes for the annoyingSims 3 crashing issueson your Windows 11 and 10 devices.
Of course, as always, you are advised to get the latest graphical drivers and make sure that you are also playing a completely genuine version of the game. First of all, we will start with a few pieces of advice that you need to follow just to see if they can be of any help.
1. Check your settings
2. Uninstall recently installed mods
Uninstall Petsif you have installed it, as this has worked for some. Also, if you recently installed new mods, remove them and check if this workaround fixed the problem.
3. Turn off background apps and programs
Try toturn off background programswhich could be eating up virtual memory. The quickest way to do this is to clean and boot your computer. Here are the steps to follow:
4. Update your OS
Make sure you upgrade to the latest Windows 10 Update version if you’re still running this OS. Microsoft regularly rolls out new updates to make your system more stable and fix general bugs, so check for updates.
Since Windows 10 is an old version, the best solution is to upgrade to the latest OS: Windows 11. Microsoft has greatly improved your gaming experience on Windows 11 by adding a series of dedicated gaming features such as Game DVR, a new Game Bar, and so on.
Install the latest Windows 11 version to enjoy a smooth gaming experience. For more information on how to download and install theWindows 10April Update, you can check outthis guide.
5. Run the built-in troubleshooting tool
There are two troubleshooting tools that may help you fix game crashes in The Sims 3, namely the Program Compatibility troubleshooter and the Blue Screen troubleshooter (if The Sims 3 crashed with a BSOD error). Here’s how to run these troubleshooters:
6. Exclude the game from Data Execution Prevention
7. Additional solutions
There you have everything you need to fix the Sims 3 if it keeps crashing on Windows 10 and 11. If Sims 3 keeps showingthere was an error during startup, check our detailed guide to fix it quickly.
Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.
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Radu Tyrsina
Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).
For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.
Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.
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