The Sims

THE BAD:
- controls are harder than pc but its not a big problem
- mainly for people that like controling other peoples lives

SUMMARY:
Sims was first release on the PC and the game was a huge hit. So it was just a matter of time before he game was realesed onto game consoles.

The Sims can become very very addictive. This is a game where you can be playing it all day and you really just wouldnt get bored but for other users it could seem boring as your control people lives.

Controls for The Sims are abit hard to understand and for a new commer to the game they would find it really hard to control but us sims fans expected that cos we know that a keyboard has alot more butttons that a PS2 controller.

A good feature that has been added to this game is the ability to have 2 player games. This can be really fun and games are only 10 minutes long so users dont normally get bored with it. You unlock differnt types of 2 player modes in the signle player mode but i will talk more about that later. Most games intend for yusers to play head to head in competition as you try to clean up your house the fastest with the maid coming in every 3 minutes to see how good you are doing or you could be against the other player trying to see who can collect the most money or most lovers.

1 Player mode [has a proper name but i cant remember it] on the sims is now alot better as you take your sims through their life. You would start off in your moms house and go through differnt levels while getting a job, flat mates, married and children and then finnally becoming rich with your own mansion. Also in 1 player mode you can unlock stuff. You can unlock different types of games in 2 player mode or usefull items like a bigger TV and stuff. You unlock items by doing goals so when you complete every goal you will have everythnig that can be unlocked.

Buy mode is relly the same as Sims on the PC but it has been updated and now has new cool items like the monkey butler which maks the game evn more enjoyable.

Also this game is quite different from Sims Bustin Out so if you do have Sims Bustin Out and your thinking The Sims isnt as good well the games are quite differnt in many ways so this game is still really good and enjoyable

Verdict

Very good game and despite not being as good as the Sims on PC [my opinion] this is still a really good game that is worth playing

82%

THE BAD:
nothing really apart from it is harder to control than the PC version.

SUMMARY:
This is definatly one of the best games ever created on the Ps2 it has everything a good simulation game should have, Its realistic, you can control nearly everything you sim family do.
It is a great game for anyone who likes simulation games and it is really fun.
I think it is alot better on PC than the ps2 as you can download updates and buy add on packs. it is also easier to control on the pc.
My rating is go and buy this game I dont know how you can live with out it.

thanx for readin

from

JuSt 2 xTrEme

THE BAD:
-This game might trigger some of your nerves because some challenges are hard to overcome, but there are a few cheats if you must.

SUMMARY:
I received The Sims as a birthday present this past September and I have been obsessed ever since. If you are someone looking for a game to play that won't get dull, buy this or one of its sequals, and I promise, you will not be dissappointed. This game is great beyond reason and I give it my highest rating! I guarantee you will become obsessed once you have learned how to manuver this entertaining game. The best points of this game is listening to the Sims' jibberish and getting to make your Sim partake in body motions that will have your gut exploding with laughter. This game is mature though, so if you are buying it as a gift, make sure the recipient is at least 13 years of age.

THE BAD:
There is truely not much to complain about. Besides a few gliches.

SUMMARY:
Having the best selling PC game be ported to consol seems like a good idea, and it was! I just hope they make more. And if they do, I hope their as good as this one.

THE BAD:
All the events, menus, and interface can be overwhelming
Not everyone will like the game
The gibberish spoken by the sims can be annoying

SUMMARY:
Overall, I loved The Sims. It's incredibly realistic, and there is so much to do. It's also very addictive, and I found myself creating many different characters. The sound is pretty good, but the sims annoying chatter sometimes can be annoying, but you get used to it. Once you learn it, the interface and menus become second nature, and the relationship system I found to be pretty good. But there are so many events going on around your Sim that sometimes handling all the situations by employing the menus, etc. can be a bit overwhelming, but it eventually becomes non-existant. But, while I really enjoyed this game, I know that some will not, but those who do have enough patience to play this game will enjoy it.

THE BAD:
I don't like games like this, so I won't be bias. The game is boring and repetitive. Its also really hard at the beginning.

SUMMARY:
The interface is easy, at least for people who've played the others for the PC. The game is interesting at best, not really that intrigueing. Its really easy once you get the hang of it and you'll fly throught the game. The multiplayer is extremely stupid. You have to clean the house before some stupid maid finds you... Isn't that what the freakin maid is for???? Well, as I said before, there isn't that much wrong with the game, so If thats what you look at, its a pretty good game.

THE BAD:
Well the slow-motion moving thing is annoying, and you only get 1 story to build the house on, but that's about it!

SUMMARY:
Very well done game, it deserves more then a 5/5! It deserve more reviews! Everything else? The game just needs a slight amount of improvement, but that's about it!

THE BAD:
tedious at times almost to the point of boredom

SUMMARY:
This game is by far one of the best games out there. though i wouldn't buy this game for all my friends, i did get into it. i spent hours upon end playing, even into the night. i think it is quite fun but it can become boring sometimes when you can't get the game to advance.

THE BAD:
lack of lastability

SUMMARY:
Okay this review is really to warn people against doing as I did and spending your hard earned cash on this game. I felt like a strategy/simulation and bought the game regretting it after about 3 days of intensive play.

My problem is not with the ps2 version itself as a reasonable job was done with the port and the get a life mode added some depth, although the game suffers from the inability to download skins, no I question the whole premise of the game. It is the epitamy of boredom to sit there in a static environment following a tedious schedule which replicates life. Sure at first it's entertaining to increase the attributes of your sim and watch him get promoted or find friends and partners but after you've done this the only remaining thing to do is build a dream home and input some cheats. For me this cycle of gameplay lasted for about 3 days.

Summary
Graphics: Quite good but only slightly enhanced from the pc version really. 3/5

Sound: Not a big fan of jazz and the sim speak they use is just irritating. 1.5/5

Gameplay: The controls worked suprisingly well on the dualshock 2, camera control was good and commands easy to issue. 3.3/5

Lastability: Definetely the weakest aspect of this game although thats just me as millions seem to disagree. 1.2/5

In conclusion if you really want this type of game many others do a similar thing in a more fresh and original way like Harvest Moon and Animal Forest, or better still although it's really a different genre wait for Rpg Maker 2.