The game will start without mods and without any of your saved content: If the game runs normally
Use the following steps for Windows or Mac to back up and reset your game. If The Sims 3 does not load for you, make sure you use The Sims 3 folder rather than the one marked for The Sims 4. NOTE: These steps also work for The Sims 3. Follow these steps to check for a corrupted save file or Gallery download in the Sims 4.