[Bug] SimCity (2013) – “Error Updating. Please Retry” – Unable to launch after update attempt

When trying to update or launch SimCity (standard/digital deluxe) through the EA App, I receive the error: “Error Updating. Please Retry” The error appears immediately after clicking “Update” or sometimes when trying to launch the game directly. No progress bar moves. The same error recurs after retrying.

SimCity Error Updating – “Please Retry” – Any fixes?