The Sims 2: Castaway

 Wii
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    74
    With plenty of new tasks to accomplish, people to find, and lands to explore, there is little more you could ask for in terms of content.
  2. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    73
    A pleasant enough diversion that’s unlikely to hold the attention for any great length of time. It’s fun enough while it lasts, though.
  3. Game Informer
    73
    Even though the Wii controls work extremely well, you'll spend most of the game mashing the Z button to harvest every stick, stone, and pineapple you see. [Nov 2007, p.148]
  5. Game Almighty
    57
    One game-breaking aspect of The Sims 2 Castaway is the load screens. The loading times are much too long and occurs much too often.

Awards & Rankings

23
#23 Best Wii Game of 2007
93
#93 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2007

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
  1. BrettSiebenhaar
    Aug 11, 2018
    4
    I love survival stuff, whether it be movies, books and even games. I had high expectations going into this, but wow, I was let down. I haveI love survival stuff, whether it be movies, books and even games. I had high expectations going into this, but wow, I was let down. I have played many The Sims games, but this one was just too bland and difficult. Yes, games are supposed to be difficult, but the character gets too hungry or tired just walking from one side of the beach to the other. Dont even get me started on the using the bathroom. You are on an island by yourself, use the d*mn bathroom. I did manage to play through this game, but I wish I could get that time back.… Full Review »
  2. PatD.
    Oct 26, 2007
    8
    Awesome game, a nice departure from the previous ones in the series. Solid control scheme, lots of fun exploring the islands and the world Awesome game, a nice departure from the previous ones in the series. Solid control scheme, lots of fun exploring the islands and the world are simply gorgeous. The audio is fantastic. Some performance issues here and there. Really enjoyed this version!… Full Review »
  3. KeyboredMonkey
    Nov 2, 2014
    8
    The Sims 2: Castaway really has a twist on the Sims series. It's has a real objection! Instead of wandering aimlessly in a house, in an openThe Sims 2: Castaway really has a twist on the Sims series. It's has a real objection! Instead of wandering aimlessly in a house, in an open free world, or in a neighbourhood, you are working toward something. And with that their are mysteries to be uncovered. Minus the loading screens, this is a really great game.… Full Review »
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