The Urbz: Sims in the City

 GameCube
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Armchair Empire
    89
    Ironically, the loading screen is a subway tunnel; you probably could get to the next level by a real subway quicker than the time it takes to load.
  2. TotalGames.net
    83
    Serious Sims fans might be a little disappointed. It's entertaining but doesn't have the depth of the earlier games in the series.
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  3. AceGamez
    80
    If you fancy living a similar life to Jonny then you can't really go wrong. With quirky graphics, familiar sounds, a nice variation in missions and tasks, a high level of interaction where jobs are concerned and some great new power socials, The Urbz is a worthy addition to most peoples' collection.
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  5. GameSpy
    80
    It might not be as deep as its PC counterpart, but it's perfect for console gamers, who are generally looking for a more casual experience. By the end, my buddy was living the high life, and I was actually proud that my Urb was finally one of the popular kids.
  6. GamePro
    80
    Urbz offers a nice, fresh twist on the Sims experience, for both veterans and newbies alike. Yet, despite seeing the goofy characters in a new fish tank, there isn't enough freshness throughout to keep you down wid it. It's not bad, it's just not baaad…you feel me?
  7. Computer and Video Games
    79
    The Urbs may have style and attitude, but it's still essentially the same Sims flavour. It requires patience, it's high maintenance and has little action (it's a girls game).
  8. Game Informer
    78
    I feel that the game opens up too quickly and that, while there a respectable nine districts, each has very similar goals and features. [Dec 2004, p.164]
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  9. IGN
    75
    It's fun if you really enjoyed the Sims and want to play a glitzy, more streamlined version of the game. But some players will probably miss the non-linearity.
  10. Gamenikki
    75
    Throw in a GBA-Gamecube linkup that allows you to load your portable Urbz into the bigger version, and you have a game large enough to keep your interest so long as you're willing. But once the gameplay starts to feel repetitive-and after a few hours, cracks in the façade will begin to show-then you're in trouble.

Awards & Rankings

38
#38 Best GameCube Game of 2004
28
#28 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2004
27
#27 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2004

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. GamecubeLover
    Jul 28, 2016
    9
    KathreineS. is stupid cause it ain't a sims ripoff. ITS A SIMS GAME! Look at the title. Well anyways the game is great but not anythingKathreineS. is stupid cause it ain't a sims ripoff. ITS A SIMS GAME! Look at the title. Well anyways the game is great but not anything special or memorable.… Full Review »
  2. Wickedjr89
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    I have such fond memories of playing this game over and over! The music, the city.
  3. Jamison12
    Jul 15, 2013
    5
    This is a pretty boring game honestly. Sims doesn't belong in the console world. I admit I find Sims fun, but this sucked, one reason, you canThis is a pretty boring game honestly. Sims doesn't belong in the console world. I admit I find Sims fun, but this sucked, one reason, you can only make one character. The reason sims is so popular is customization for the players, and they took it away.… Full Review »
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