What is a .SIMS3 file?
The .SIMS3 file extension is used for game save files by The Sims 3, which is a video game that allows you to create and control virtual people called "Sims." This file contains all the saved data from your game, including the progress of your Sims, their money, and any buildings you have constructed. These files are typically found in the "Saves" folder within the directory where The Sims 3 is installed, and they are stored alongside backup files with the .SIMS3.BACKUP extension.
To open a .SIMS3 file, you need to use the game The Sims 3, developed by Electronic Arts. This is the primary program designed to read and load your saved game data so you can continue playing from where you last saved.
If you encounter a problem where a .SIMS3 file won't load because it is corrupt, you can try to fix it using the backup file. First, make copies of both the .SIMS3 and .SIMS3.BACKUP files and save them in a different folder to ensure you have a backup. Then, go to the "Saves" folder, delete the corrupt .SIMS3 file, and rename the .SIMS3.BACKUP file by removing the ".BACKUP" part. This renamed file should replace the deleted one. After doing this, you should be able to load your game from the game's menu as usual.
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