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The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs System Requirements
November 10, 2017Maxis
The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs lets players design unique feline and canine companions with customizable appearances and behaviors, integrating them into Sims' households. Manage a veterinary clinic and treat animal patients within a scenic coastal setting.
The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs Minimum & Recommended Specs
Minimum: 1.8 GHz Intel, NVIDIA GeForce 6600, 4 GB RAM. Recommended: 8 GB RAM RAM.
Minimum System Requirements
| OS | 64 Bit Windows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10 |
| Processor | 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo E4300 or AMD Athlon 64 X2 4000+ (4 GB of RAM required if using integrated graphics)CPU Deals |
| RAM | 4 GB RAMRAM Deals |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce 6600 or ATI Radeon X1300 or Intel HD Graphics 3000GPU Deals |
| DirectX | DirectX 9.0c compatible |
| Storage | 3 GB Available SpaceSSD Deals |
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Quick Performance Tips for The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs
#1
Lower graphics settings for better performance.
#2
Close background apps to free up RAM.
#3
Update your graphics drivers.
#4
Limit the number of pets and Sims in your household.
The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs System Requirements FAQ
Can I run The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs on a low-end PC?
Yes, but you'll need at least an Intel Core 2 Duo E4300 or AMD Athlon 64 X2 4000+ processor, NVIDIA GeForce 6600, ATI Radeon X1300, or Intel HD Graphics 3000, and 4 GB of RAM. Expect lower graphics settings and potentially slower performance.
What GPU do I need for The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs?
For minimum settings, an NVIDIA GeForce 6600, ATI Radeon X1300, or Intel HD Graphics 3000 will work. For a better experience, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 or equivalent is recommended.
How much RAM does The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs need?
The game requires a minimum of 4 GB of RAM, but 8 GB of RAM is recommended for smoother gameplay, especially with larger households and more pets.
Will The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs run on integrated graphics?
Yes, The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs can run on integrated graphics like Intel HD Graphics 3000, but you'll likely need to lower the graphics settings and may experience reduced performance. Ensure you have at least 4GB of RAM if using integrated graphics.
What is the best graphics settings for The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs?
If you meet the recommended specs, you can likely run the game on high settings. If you're closer to the minimum specs, start with medium or low settings and adjust as needed to balance visual quality and performance.
The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs Game Info
Developer
Maxis
Publisher
Electronic Arts
Release Date
November 10, 2017
Platforms
Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac
Genres
Role-playing (RPG)SimulatorAdventure
Game Modes
- Single player
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