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The Sims 3 Ambitions System Requirements
June 1, 2010Maxis60/100
The Sims 3: Ambitions lets players directly influence their Sims' careers, choosing paths from heroic firefighter to mad scientist. Shape the town as an architect or uncover secrets as a private investigator, impacting your Sim's social standing and financial success based on their chosen profession.
The Sims 3 Ambitions Minimum & Recommended Specs
Minimum: Intel Pentium 4, 128 MB Video, 1 GB RAM. Recommended: 2 GB RAM RAM.
Minimum System Requirements
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Quick Performance Tips for The Sims 3 Ambitions
#1
Lower graphics settings for better performance.
#2
Close unnecessary background programs.
#3
Update your graphics card drivers.
#4
Limit the number of Sims in your active household.
The Sims 3 Ambitions System Requirements FAQ
Can I run The Sims 3 Ambitions on a low-end PC?▼
If your PC meets the minimum requirements (Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz / AMD Athlon XP 2000+, 128 MB Video Card with Pixel Shader 2.0, 1 GB RAM), you can run the game, but expect lower graphics settings and potentially some lag. For a smoother experience, aim for the recommended specs.
What GPU do I need for The Sims 3 Ambitions?▼
At a minimum, you'll need a 128 MB video card with Pixel Shader 2.0 support. For better performance, a 256 MB video card with Pixel Shader 3.0 support is recommended.
How much RAM does The Sims 3 Ambitions need?▼
The game requires at least 1 GB of RAM. However, 2 GB of RAM is recommended for a smoother and more stable gameplay experience, especially with expansions.
Will The Sims 3 Ambitions run on integrated graphics?▼
It depends on the specific integrated graphics card. If it meets or exceeds the minimum video card requirements (128 MB with Pixel Shader 2.0), it might run, but performance could be poor. Dedicated graphics are highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for The Sims 3 Ambitions?▼
If you meet the recommended specs, you can likely run the game on medium to high settings. If you're closer to the minimum specs, start with low settings and gradually increase them until you find a balance between visual quality and performance.
The Sims 3 Ambitions Game Info
Developer
Maxis
Publisher
EA Mobile
Release Date
June 1, 2010
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac
Genres
Role-playing (RPG)SimulatorStrategyAdventure
Game Modes
- Single player
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