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How Metascores Are Calculated
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Stars indicate the most critically-acclaimed games. |
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In "SimCity," you had the power to build and control cities ... with The Sims, you'll create and control people!
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... 100
GamePro
The uniqueness of the game, the sound, graphics and the ability to control a little Sim life hooked me almost immediately.
 100
Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
What saves "The Sims" from becoming an unmanageable and nightmarish mess is the incredibly intuitive and easy to use interface.
100
CheckOut
While it can be a little overwhelming at first, once you're familiar with the control and functions, things become second nature and controlling your Sim is a breeze.
100
Daily Radar
The ability to control, design, influence and sometimes destroy the lives of little virtual versions of ourselves is mysteriously engrossing.
100
GMR Magazine
It's impossible to categorize EA's addictive superblockbuster life simulator, just like it's impossible to stop playing it. [Feb 2003, p.94]
100
Hot Games
You simply have to check this out!
97
Armchair Empire
It’s a fairly simple concept but its complexity and the way it draws you in is amazing. And the replay value is through the roof!
96
PC Gamer
A sublime piece of interactive art, The Sioms is teh first serious contender for Y2K's game of the year. [Apr 2000, p.82]
95
IGN
The game isn't just addictive, it's downright dangerous.
94
Gamer's Pulse
Luring the entire neighbourhood into my house then sealing the doors and removing the food and toilet is just one of the many indignities I have visited to those under my care.
94
Game Fan
Besides bringing out the voyeur inside of me, I've found "The Sims" to be the most addictive and wholly enthralling game I've played in ages.
93
Antagonist
Not only do I enjoy this game, I am fascinated by it.
92
FiringSquad
A refreshing and at times thought-provoking human-scale simulation.
91
GameSpot
The Sims' actual gameplay is rather limited in some respects - either by odd inconsistencies or by actual restrictions placed on your actions.
91
Game Revolution
This is one of the most original and innovative games we've seen in ages.
91
Gaming Age
Once you start this game you will find yourself thinking about it constantly.
90
Eurogamer
The lack of any real objectives becomes somewhat tedious after a while, but it is still hard not to recommend The Sims to everyone.
90
TotalGames.net
I know that there will be people reading this thinking the idea is the dullest one in history, but so did I until I played it. Give this a try and you won't regret it - just expect to want to spend more time with your virtual friends than your real ones.
90
Electric Playground
A dangerously detailed and addictive experience for the power-mad behavioural researcher in all of us.
90
GamePen
Never before have I played a game as compelling as The Sims. This game will provide you with emotional experiences that you could never imagine from a video game.
90
Computer Games Magazine
It may be pointless, and also brilliant, but it’s safe to say there’s nothing quite like The Sims. Its possibilities are endless.
90
Happy Puppy
An incredibly deep simulation of human behavior.
90
Gamers' Temple
Some people might become bored with it once the novelty wears off. However, the game has inspired a very loyal following on the internet, so it definitely has a long-term appeal among many gamers.
90
All Game Guide
The more I played this game, the more I liked it. I found it relaxing and challenging at the same time, and my level of interest has been maintained over the past few weeks, especially because of all the new add-ons that Maxis is serving up at their website.
90
GameZone
It is compelling, addictive, fun, frustrating, well-designed and intriguing.
90
Adrenaline Vault
The Sims puts forth the closest, most amusing rendering of digital life gamers have ever seen.
90
ActionTrip
Original, amusing addictive, and most of all incredibly fun and relaxing to play. If we only had more great ideas like these…
90
Total Video Games
Buy this game you will find yourself in a world of peace and humour.
90
CNET Gamecenter
And this absurdness is what makes The Sims tragic, funny, mundane, and one of the most entertaining games I've seen in a long, long time.
88
Game Over Online
House building very simplistic, no room for innovation.
88
Cincinnati Enquirer
The game is really fun despite all of the tasks you have to remember.
87
Gamezilla!
Those who have enjoyed other Sim-style games will enjoy The Sims, but for others, the game may not differ enough from real life to seem interesting.
87
PC Gameworld
It's fun at first, but once the novelty wears off, it loses a lot of its charm and appeal.
86
GameSpy
Most gamers should consider playing it on general principal, but the addictive and fun gameplay, tons of personality, and huge replay value are pretty good reasons as well.
85
Spank!
This is either a kind of gaming nirvana, or it's just a very clever piece of code that masks what is essentially a conservative and ultimately limited game.
80
Maxim Online
Now if we ever come across a “deity wanted” ad in the Sunday classifieds, we’re ready.
80
Evil Avatar
It is the game that will cause all your other games to collect dust in a corner.
60
Yahoo! Games
It does become kind of mesmerising, but like watching waves on a beach, chances are that pretty soon you'll tire of the lack of variety on offer.
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