Correct Order to Install The Sims Expansion Packs
The Sims expansion packs should be installed in the order they were released for the best results. This ensures you have the correct versions of the game files. The recommended installation order is:
The Sims or The Sims Deluxe or The Sims Mega Deluxe (base game)The Sims: Livin’ LargeThe Sims: House PartyThe Sims: Hot DateThe Sims: VacationThe Sims: UnleashedThe Sims: SuperstarThe Sims: Makin’ Magic
You don’t have to own all seven expansion packs, but you should install the ones you do have in the order they were released. For example, if you have Livin’ Large, Vacation, and Superstar, install them in that order. If you later buy Hot Date, you should uninstall the expansion packs and reinstall all of them in the correct order.
The Sims Installation Tips
There are two things you should do before installing a The Sims expansion pack. The first is to back up your files. The second is to follow a series of steps you should complete when installing any new game on a Windows computer:
