How to Play the Sims 2 Without a CD
By Courtney Keene
Updated September 22, 2017
Items you will need
Sims 2 game disc
CD burner
CD burning/mounting program
Losing your disc, playing on another computer, or playing with a friend are common reasons requiring a CD-free means of running The Sims 2 game. While you must still acquire a CD to start, you can burn an image of The Sims 2 play disc onto your computer and play any time without inserting the disc.
Download a disc burning and mounting utility such as PowerISO. Run the install wizard and open the program. Consult the help file to familiarize yourself with the functions.
Insert The Sims 2 game disc into your burning tray. Select "Burn Image" when prompted and choose a directory for the .iso file. Click the "Burn" button to start burning.
Remove The Sims 2 disc from the tray once the burn is complete. Navigate to the directory you chose for the .iso and right-click the new file. Select "Mount to Drive[:X]" from the virtual drive menu.
Open Explorer and choose "My Computer." Double-click the virtual drive created by your mounting software. Follow the prompts to launch The Sims 2 without a CD.
Warnings
Never download a "cracked" .exe file of the game. These downloads are illegal and could impart viruses on your computer.
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Writer Bio
Courtney Keene began writing professionally in 1999. Since 2004 she has dedicated her time to providing quality Web content through various publications including several top-listed AOL affiliate sites. Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in game art and design from Westwood College, she offers a passionate expertise in the electronic gaming niche.