Question: Does The Sims 4 require Origin and a persistent online connection to play?


Answer: Electronic Arts quietly confirmed you will need a free Origin account to download, install, activate and play The Sims 4.[1]

Once your copy of The Sims 4 is activated, you can play that title via Origin without an Internet connection.


Sources:

  1. "Frequently Asked Questions." Electronic Arts. Retrieved July 27, 2014