Minimum System Requirements
Windows
OS:
Windows XP SP2
Processor:
2.0 GHz P4 processor or equivalent
RAM:
1 GB RAM
Video card:
128 MB Video Card with support for Pixel Shader 2.0
Sound card:
DirectX 9.0c compatible
Disk space:
6.5 GB
MAC
The Sims 3 is not officially supported on macOS. However, some users have managed to run the game using Windows emulation software or by installing Windows on a separate partition via Boot Camp
Linux
The Sims 3 does not have an official Linux version. Players have used compatibility layers like Steam Play's Proton or Wine to run the game on Linux systems, but performance and compatibility can vary
Recommended System Requirements
Windows
OS:
Windows Vista SP1
Processor:
2.4 GHz P4 processor or equivalent
RAM:
1.5 GB RAM
Video card:
128 MB Video Card with support for Pixel Shader 2.0
Sound card:
DirectX 9.0c compatible
Disk space:
6.5 GB
MAC
The Sims 3 is not officially supported on macOS. However, some users have managed to run the game using Windows emulation software or by installing Windows on a separate partition via Boot Camp
Linux
The Sims 3 does not have an official Linux version. Players have used compatibility layers like Steam Play's Proton or Wine to run the game on Linux systems, but performance and compatibility can vary
We recommend playing The Sims 3 on a Windows PC that meets or exceeds the recommended system requirements. If you're trying to play on a Mac or Linux, be prepared for potential technical issues and performance changes.
