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Urbz: Sims in the City, The
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 27 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 16 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: Griptonite Games
Genre(s): Simulation
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: November 17, 2004
Summary
Urbz aren't typical Sims; they have a completely new look, attitude and outlook on life. Roaming through the rough-and-tumble city streets, Urbz are all about their friends, their pets and building their reputation. This highly-anticipated title benefits from the unique Nintendo DS capabilities by offering players a touch-screen input and a multitude of in-game features that are not available in any other version of the game. Exclusive features for the Nintendo DS include 24 objects, a unique touch-screen menu system, 5 minigames, 7 characters and 5 pet species that players can create with the special in-game gene manipulator. [Electronic Arts]
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What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
GMR Magazine
The superior writing of The Urbz makes it far better than its predecessor "Bustin' Out." There aren't many handheld titles this solid. [Feb 2005, p.113]
eToychest
The linear storyline, inability to build your own house, and total lack of autonomy for the character under your control may turn diehard Sims fans away, while the number of mundane chores that are required to get through the game may repel those looking for a graphic adventure. To me, the game is a perfect mixture of both.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
There's a surprising amount of fun stuff here, if you have the patience to see it all. [Feb 2005, p.115]
Cinescape
For a handheld like the DS this is the perfect little obsessive compulsive game to keep you occupied for five minutes while you wait for a table, or as a game your girlfriend can swipe from you and figure out that touching is good.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
The occasional control wonkyness is the one new negative, which is counteracted by the added minigames and location. [Feb 2005, p.125]
My Gamer
It’s a rare occurrence for me to become totally engrossed by a videogame, but this one had me captivated from the get-go.
Read Full Review >Nintendo Power
Even after you've completed the missions, you'll enjoy the depth of developing relationships with Urbz and collecting a catalog full of items. [Feb 2005, p.114]
Game Revolution
An addictive game that any fan of games like "Animal Crossing" will appreciate. It doesn’t take full advantage of the DS capabilities, but it’s still one of the better games currently available. Look above you for the hovering diamond and give it a shot.
Read Full Review >Nintendojo
It utilizes the DS touch screen feature well, although the full power of the DS’s resources isn’t fully expressed. While it may not be as in-depth as its console counterparts are, the DS version does a decent job of representing itself.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
The game's mundane subject matter sometimes overwhelms the experience, since having to frequently rest, shower, and relieve yourself in the game is about as much fun as it sounds. But The Urbz nevertheless provides some surprising depth and lasting value.
Read Full Review >Total Video Games
Visually it’s hardly stretching beyond what a GBA could offer and the scratchy music begins to grate after a short time.
Read Full Review >Gamenikki
Definitely worth a look for fans of the series and newcomers alike, but there are better choices out there.
Read Full Review >N-Insanity
I was apprehensive when I first started playing this title. The complexity was a turn off at first, but I learned my way around the game in no time. The subtle approach that the storyline takes will ease you in.
Read Full Review >Gamer.tv
If life simulation is your bag, Urbz DS will keep you happy enough while you're on the move.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
Being able to control some of the action on the touch screen is a nice feature and really comes in handy. I would have liked to see more things to do with the screen though.
GamerFeed
The constant need to micromanage my character was a huge turn off, and EA's horrible use of the touch screen doesn't help this title achieve greatness.
Read Full Review >Armchair Empire
The various drives and needs are back and rather than be an engrossing part of the overall gameplay they're just a pain in the ass.
Read Full Review >AceGamez
This is a cash-in with a couple of extras and very little touch-screen support.
Read Full Review >RewiredMind
Bringing your very own creation up from nothing and turning them into a successful member of the gaming society can prove to be curiously addictive.
Read Full Review >Gamestyle
Another 'me too' launch release that doesn't particularly surprise; those who have played the GBA version needn't bother with this one.
Read Full Review >1UP
There's a certain obsessive-compulsive appeal to unlocking goals, and the surprisingly good text guarantees that there's always something interesting to read. But these positive traits seem wasted on a dumbed-down, ill-conceived butchery of a perfectly respectable franchise.
Read Full Review >games(TM)
Basically a GameBoy Advance Urbz re-release in all but name. That version had its flaws so releasing the same game with a few minor additions isn’t going to fool anyone. [Jan 2005, p.121]
Worth Playing
A highly addicting title with some major bugs to it, which makes for a horrible experience for a serious "Sim" fan and would rank up there in the "toss the DS against the wall" level of frustration.
Read Full Review >Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
It's virtually identical to the mono-screened GBA version and, given that the SP is a significantly smaller and cheaper machine, The Urbz' DS incarnation is all but redundant. [NGC Pocket]
Read Full Review >G4 TV
A perfect example of what lazy game publishers will urge their developers to crank out in order to make a profit at a system's launch.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.1 (out of 10) based on 16 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Laura M. gave it a10:
It is a trill packed game with lots of interesting things to do and also has funpacked mini games.
Jemz T. gave it a9:
It is a brilliant game, but I only gave it a 9 because, a, you can only have 2 saves on it, and b, you can't link up wirelessly, which I thought could have been done quite easily, and it would have improved it a lot.
Natasha G. gave it a10:
This is the BEST game I have ever played I have played lots of games I thought that it was going to be a bad game but is cool.
Shanell G. gave it a10:
This is the BEST one i have ever played and i only have two best ones wario touched and THIS !!!
DSLV T. gave it a10:
Good game!!
Sharne gave it an8:
I thought this game was Very Good. It took me around 3 months to complete. My Mate even enjoyed playing mine so much that she got her own DS so she could play the game!!! I think it was a great piece of work by the people at EA Games. THANKS !! xx
[Anonymous] gave it an8:
A lot of talking..but a lot of fun too!
