- Publisher: Maxis
- Release Date: Feb 4, 2000
- Also On: PlayStation 2
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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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What saves "The Sims" from becoming an unmanageable and nightmarish mess is the incredibly intuitive and easy to use interface.
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CheckOutWhile 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 RadarThe ability to control, design, influence and sometimes destroy the lives of little virtual versions of ourselves is mysteriously engrossing.
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GMR MagazineIt'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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You simply have to check this out!
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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 GamerA sublime piece of interactive art, The Sioms is teh first serious contender for Y2K's game of the year. [Apr 2000, p.82]
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The game isn't just addictive, it's downright dangerous.
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Game FanBesides 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.
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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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AntagonistNot only do I enjoy this game, I am fascinated by it.
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A refreshing and at times thought-provoking human-scale simulation.
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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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Gaming AgeOnce you start this game you will find yourself thinking about it constantly.
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This is one of the most original and innovative games we've seen in ages.
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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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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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An incredibly deep simulation of human behavior.
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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 GamesBuy this game you will find yourself in a world of peace and humour.
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A dangerously detailed and addictive experience for the power-mad behavioural researcher in all of us.
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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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It is compelling, addictive, fun, frustrating, well-designed and intriguing.
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The Sims puts forth the closest, most amusing rendering of digital life gamers have ever seen.
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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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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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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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CNET GamecenterAnd 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.
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The game is really fun despite all of the tasks you have to remember.
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House building very simplistic, no room for innovation.
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It's fun at first, but once the novelty wears off, it loses a lot of its charm and appeal.
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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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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.
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It is the game that will cause all your other games to collect dust in a corner.
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Now if we ever come across a “deity wanted” ad in the Sunday classifieds, we’re ready.
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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.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 559 out of 782
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Mixed: 169 out of 782
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Negative: 54 out of 782
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ArthurPAug 13, 2008
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