well to sort things out.
@npsken
Sounds like you using Windows XP, don't use Windows XP, compabilty mode maybe works, on earlier Sims, but it sounds like it's stop working. Install Windows 98 or deal with it.
@DIDDL
The game has been out for a long time. EA Games should pulled a patch out aloooong time ago.
@TheSparkster
You got porno and spam mail!
@crazygamelover
Ehm...no, have nothing to add/comment to/for you!