Abstract: Legendary genius game creator Will Wright didn’t need to make The Sims 3, not with its predecessor selling millions of copies and seemingly able to indefinitely churn out money-making add-on pack after money-making add-on pack. But that The Sims 3 is ...
Abstract: The Sims is in a pretty good position at this point. Being one of the best-selling computer games, as well as one of the best rated, means EA could simply release the same game over and over again with smoother edges and call it a new game. Fortunately...
Abstract: Since the first Sims hit home computers and consoles, it has sold in its millions and attracted gamers of all types, - and even a few non-gamers - due to its unique and arresting charms. Universally appealing, The Sims grants you your own digital life,...
Abstract: When I first started playing The Sims 3, it was seven o'clock at night. When I next looked up from my computer to check the time, it was 7:30 - the next morning. That's when I knew that, once again, I was hooked on the Sims. THE VERDICT by Tae K. Kim ...
Abstract: Thank God EA didn't try to reinvent the wheel with this one. The Sims 3 brings you the same addictive, ant-farm-esque gameplay you got in the previous games, but wonderfully improves upon those prequels in almost every way. Longtime fans of the series ...
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Published: 2009-06-01, Author: Matt , review by: techworld.com
Although it's not an intrinsically different game from its predecessors, The Sims 3 turns out to be a much more fully realised one. Sure, it's still laser-focused on middle class America (maybe it's time to think a trifle more internationally guys?) b...
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Published: 2009-06-01, Author: Anthony , review by: gamespy.com
Infinitely replayable; lots of downloadable content; waaaaay too many features to detail.
Downloadable content costs real Earth dollars; managing big families is pretty tough.
Freetoexplore town leads to a sense of community, Robust, intuitive creation tools, Charming visuals and audio, Good balance of sandbox play and specific goals, Loads of content to keep you busy for months.
Most additional official content costs real money, Some pathfinding issues.
The latest Sims game is also the greatest, striking a terrific balance between the fresh and the familiar. ...
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Published: 2009-06-01, Author: Kevin , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: If youre reading this, theres a very good chance that youve heard about The Sims. Its been difficult to escape the popular franchises web, what with two full games and a seemingly endless stream of expansions. The first thing you may be asking, th...
