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GamePro

The uniqueness of the game, the sound, graphics and the ability to control a little Sim life hooked me almost immediately.

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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.

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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.

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Daily Radar

The ability to control, design, influence and sometimes destroy the lives of little virtual versions of ourselves is mysteriously engrossing.

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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]

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Hot Games

You simply have to check this out!

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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!

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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]

IGN

The game isn't just addictive, it's downright dangerous.

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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.

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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.

Antagonist

Not only do I enjoy this game, I am fascinated by it.

FiringSquad

A refreshing and at times thought-provoking human-scale simulation.

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GameSpot

The Sims' actual gameplay is rather limited in some respects - either by odd inconsistencies or by actual restrictions placed on your actions.

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Game Revolution

This is one of the most original and innovative games we've seen in ages.

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Gaming Age

Once you start this game you will find yourself thinking about it constantly.

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.

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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.

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Electric Playground

A dangerously detailed and addictive experience for the power-mad behavioural researcher in all of us.

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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.

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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.

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Happy Puppy

An incredibly deep simulation of human behavior.

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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.

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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.

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GameZone

It is compelling, addictive, fun, frustrating, well-designed and intriguing.

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Adrenaline Vault

The Sims puts forth the closest, most amusing rendering of digital life gamers have ever seen.

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ActionTrip

Original, amusing addictive, and most of all incredibly fun and relaxing to play. If we only had more great ideas like these…

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Total Video Games

Buy this game you will find yourself in a world of peace and humour.

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.

Game Over Online

House building very simplistic, no room for innovation.

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Cincinnati Enquirer

The game is really fun despite all of the tasks you have to remember.

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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.

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PC Gameworld

It's fun at first, but once the novelty wears off, it loses a lot of its charm and appeal.

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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.

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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.

Maxim Online

Now if we ever come across a “deity wanted” ad in the Sunday classifieds, we’re ready.

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Evil Avatar

It is the game that will cause all your other games to collect dust in a corner.

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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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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 7.3 (out of 10) based on 43 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Arthur P gave it a10:
I remember playing this years and years ago, it was my favorite game then, the building, the songs, looking after your family and progressing mesmerized me. It's one of those games you get so into it you forget your playing a game. Today I got the game again and tonnes of wonderful memories came back about this game. So in summary, yes its an old game, the graphics are no way near as the modern sims, but it one of the most interesting and enjoyable games ever to be released. I was very disappointed with the sims 2, probably because it can never live upto the original sims.

Karl N. gave it a10:
A brilliant game. It's a long way from being a good people simulator, but it's surprising how complex behaviors can arise out of a basic needs-driven model of human behavior. I look forward to seeing how the game could be further developed in the future.

Simolias S. gave it a10:
the game that took many many hours of my life from me...the best game I have ever played and...besides maby sims 2 or spore...ever will.

C. Doyle gave it a 10:
Loved it!

Keira C. gave it a 9:
This game is oddly engrossing. Who would think that controlling a human would be so fun??? It sucked me in like Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life did. It does have its flaws, but stil it is FUNFUNFUN!!! I'd say more, but I'd take up the whole page! :P

Lim Z. gave it a 10:
This is the best of the best in computer simulations.

Chua kah swee gave it a 5:
Those who really hate Sims so much, you must be outta your mind. Get some expansion packs and make sure you check out The Sims 2 coming out this year(2004)

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