It turned out that since my computer has both a NVIDIA and an Intel graphics card the Intel card tells the game to keep the ratio (1024×768).
I had huge troubles getting the game to go into full screen mode. ❗ If for some reason you have an issue with full screen not working, see the following suggestion by SimsVIP reader Isabelle. Your UIGraphics folder should now contain 4 new folders inside. Move the contends of the altered UIGraphics file you downloaded into this folder. Go to C: > Program Files (x86) > Maxis > The Sims and open the existing UIGraphics folder.
Once you download this folder, you will need to merge it with the existing UIGraphics folder.Head over to this link and download the altered UIGraphics Folder provided by reddit user Albuph.
However, other players have reported success with individual discs, The Sims Deluxe, Double Deluxe, and Mega Deluxe. ❗ NOTE: I installed The Sims Complete Collection, so this tutorial may only work for this game and no other.
There is no guarantee that you’ll be able to play the game. ❗ NOTE: The instructions in this tutorial worked on my two PC’s, but may not work for you. I’ve messed around in game for a few hours and everything seems to be working great on my end. ❗ WARNING : I have not played long enough to know if there are any issues or other types of problems post-fix. Download and install patches and fixes at your own risk.
❗ WARNING : S imsVIP does not assume liability should any 3rd party downloads cause harm to your PC or game.