Sims 2 ultimate collection compatibility(closed)

dest01 · February 2016

Will this be compatible with my computer?Without ruining it
Name: Intel(R) HD Graphics
Manufacturer: Intel Corporation
Chip Type: Intel(R) HD
Graphics(Core i3)
DAC Type: Internal
Device Type: Full Display Device
Approx.Total Memory:1760MB
Current Display Mode: 1600x900(32 bit) (60Hz)
Monitor: Generic PnP Monitor
Processor: Intel(R) Core (TM) i3 CPU M 330 @2.13GHz 2.13Ghz
Installed Memory(RAM); 4.00 GB (3.68 GB usable)
System Type: 64-bit Operating System x64-based processor

cleo00 · February 2016

I'm not tech savvy enough to know for certain, but here! This might help until someone more knowledgeable than myself answers.
http://www.systemrequirementslab.com/CYRI/Requirements/the-sims-2/10222?p=r

EDIT: not sure if it's different for the UC or not.

lisamwitt · February 2016

I'm not very tech savvy either, but that looks fine. The only issue it has now is that it is so old, newer computers are actually too powerful for it. You may need to alter the graphics rules and possibly turn off shadows. You'll know if you start getting any flashing or black squares under Sims or if you can't adjust game resolution. If that's the case, here's the instructions:http://simsvip.com/2014/07/20/the-sims-2-ultimate-collection-increase-resolution-guide/

cleo00 · February 2016

To further what @lisamwitt said, you can download a program called Graphics Rule Maker rather than trying to edit the files yourself.

ShinobuTypeError · February 2016

Your laptop is fine for Sims 2. Even that graphics card which isn't a great one, is still ok for this game. Exactly what kind of compatibility issues are you having? If it's not recognizing your GPU, try the Graphics Rule Maker program that someone else suggested. If you are using Windows 8 or up, run the game in XP compatibility mode.

rosemow · February 2016

Hello.
This link may help.
http://www.modthesims.info/showthread.php?t=547147

LadysimPlayer8 · February 2016

@dest01
Most computer and laptops are "bigger and better" than at the time when Sims2 and subsequent expansion and stuff packs were released (2003 to 2008), so running Sims2 should not be an issue. All you need to check is the amount of RAM (more than 2GB) and a reasonable graphic card.
Which version of Windows is running on this laptop?
If the Windows version is greater than Vista, you will need to run in compatibility mode - right-click on the Sims2 icon, select properties then the compatibility tab and change to either Windows XP or Vista.
Hope this helps in making your decision?
Good luck!

cleo00 · February 2016

Off topic, but I tried to install ts1 a while ago and fell out of my chair at the "this will add 98MB to your drive, is this okay?" I'm just like ABSOLUTELY!

dest01 · February 2016

cleo00 wrote: »

Off topic, but I tried to install ts1 a while ago and fell out of my chair at the "this will add 98MB to your drive, is this okay?" I'm just like ABSOLUTELY!

dest01 · February 2016

LadysimPlayer8 wrote: »

@dest01
Most computer and laptops are "bigger and better" than at the time when Sims2 and subsequent expansion and stuff packs were released (2003 to 2008), so running Sims2 should not be an issue. All you need to check is the amount of RAM (more than 2GB) and a reasonable graphic card.
Which version of Windows is running on this laptop?
If the Windows version is greater than Vista, you will need to run in compatibility mode - right-click on the Sims2 icon, select properties then the compatibility tab and change to either Windows XP or Vista.
Hope this helps in making your decision?
Good luck!

Thank you!

dest01 · February 2016

Graphics rule maker is safe right?

dest01 · February 2016

Wheres the safe place to download it?
Sorry for so many questions i just dont want to ruin my laptop or burn it up

canitbeman · February 2016

cleo00 wrote: »

Off topic, but I tried to install ts1 a while ago and fell out of my chair at the "this will add 98MB to your drive, is this okay?" I'm just like ABSOLUTELY!

On my computer back in 2001, I remember it took 5 minutes to load.

cleo00 · February 2016

@dest01 here, this is where I got it from. Completely safe! I've had zero issues with it.
http://www.simsnetwork.com/simpedia/the-sims-2/editions/the-sims-2/specials/graphics-rules-maker-improve-compatibility-with

cleo00 · February 2016

canitbeman wrote: »

cleo00 wrote: »

Off topic, but I tried to install ts1 a while ago and fell out of my chair at the "this will add 98MB to your drive, is this okay?" I'm just like ABSOLUTELY!

On my computer back in 2001, I remember it took 5 minutes to load.

My ts2 takes 5 minutes. Ts1 was less.

dest01 · February 2016

cleo00 wrote: »

@dest01 here, this is where I got it from. Completely safe! I've had zero issues with it.
http://www.simsnetwork.com/simpedia/the-sims-2/editions/the-sims-2/specials/graphics-rules-maker-improve-compatibility-with

Sorry i didnt see this until after i asked you on my other thread so its 100% safe?

cleo00 · February 2016

dest01 wrote: »

cleo00 wrote: »

@dest01 here, this is where I got it from. Completely safe! I've had zero issues with it.
http://www.simsnetwork.com/simpedia/the-sims-2/editions/the-sims-2/specials/graphics-rules-maker-improve-compatibility-with

Sorry i didnt see this until after i asked you on my other thread so its 100% safe?

Yep, it is actually even more safe than trying to edit files yourself, since the program does it for you you cant mess anything up.

lisamwitt · February 2016

cleo00 wrote: »

dest01 wrote: »

cleo00 wrote: »

@dest01 here, this is where I got it from. Completely safe! I've had zero issues with it.
http://www.simsnetwork.com/simpedia/the-sims-2/editions/the-sims-2/specials/graphics-rules-maker-improve-compatibility-with

Sorry i didnt see this until after i asked you on my other thread so its 100% safe?

Yep, it is actually even more safe than trying to edit files yourself, since the program does it for you you cant mess anything up.

I would definitely say it's probably safer! I told my husband (a computer programmer) what I needed to do and he did it for me because I didn't want to screw anything up.

dest01 · February 2016

I just talked to a rep! He said it should work fine so i wont need the program most likely

cleo00 · February 2016

That's good to hear!
Hope you enjoy playing.

dest01 · February 2016

How safe would you guys deem the sims resource?
Jut for some sims 2 hairs

cleo00 · February 2016

TSR gets a bad reputation. I've never had any problems with any of the downloads, although the site is filled with ads.

Simma123 · March 2016

Does The Sims 2 UC work on a Mac?

lisamwitt · March 2016

No, it doesn't. You have to play either in bootcamp or parallels with a windows partition. I use parallels.
If you want a Mac version you will have to get it from Amazon. But, they never made all the EP's and SP's for Mac.

Simma123 · March 2016

Aww :( that's plum.. Thank you for answering!

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