You can’t install and play The Sims 4 directly on a Chromebook. Chromebooks run ChromeOS, while The Sims 4 requires a supported Windows or macOS environment.
This means you can’t download The Sims 4 through the EA app or Steam and run it natively on a Chromebook. Even if your Chromebook has relatively good hardware, the operating system is the main issue.
There are some ways to play The Sims 4 on a Chromebook through game streaming or by remotely accessing another computer, but these aren’t the same as installing and running the game directly on the Chromebook.
Chromebooks also vary widely in hardware, with many models designed primarily for web browsing, schoolwork, and lightweight applications rather than demanding PC games.
So, even if your Chromebook has enough storage or processing power, ChromeOS itself is the main compatibility problem.
You can use a Chromebook to control The Sims 4 running on another computer.
For example, if you have a Windows PC that can run The Sims 4, you can use a remote-desktop service to access that computer from your Chromebook.
The important distinction is that the Chromebook isn’t actually running The Sims 4. Your Windows PC does all the work, while the Chromebook simply streams the remote desktop.
Some Chromebooks can run Android apps through Google Play. If your Chromebook supports Android apps, you may be able to install The Sims FreePlay.
Open the Launcher, select Google Play Store, search for The Sims FreePlay, and check whether the app is available for your device.
Just keep in mind, The Sims FreePlay is a separate game from The Sims 4. You won’t get the same gameplay or features.
If your Chromebook supports Android apps, you can also check Google Play for The Sims Mobile.
Availability depends on your specific Chromebook and whether the device supports the required Android apps.