The Sims
Xbox- Publisher: EA Games
- Release Date: Mar 25, 2003
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 2
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The GC version gets a better graphics boost than the Xbox counterpart, but both versions pack the same great gameplay.
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Everything about The Sims just reeks of quality and charm; from the way that every Sim action is beautifully animated to the way they talk to each other, and you, in voices that you can almost make out. But can’t.
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The Xbox version of The Sims trades the PC version’s precise control for much improved presentation and more directed gameplay.
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Game InformerThrough polygonal graphics, tons of new items, and hilarious level-based play, I can honestly say that the Sims has never looked or played better. [Apr 2003, p.93]
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While The Sims isn’t a totally radical departure from its PC origins, the Xbox version scores just a tad higher than on the other console version I’ve played, the GameCube, because of its slightly better graphics, more comfortable controller, and easier game save system on the built-in Xbox hard drive.
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It's a time killer, a well-built and smartly designed invention, and addictive in the end.
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Official Xbox MagazineThe combination of a level-based game, free play mode, and two-player makes for an infinite amount of replayability. It's not an earth-shattering port of the PC game, but it does bring something new to The Sims experience. [May 2003, p.70]
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A unique life-simulator that is definitely worth a look for its novelty alone.
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Wildly addictive and simply unbelievable.
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Xbox Nation MagazineWall your Sim in a doorless room with no food or toilet facilities, and watch her whiz on the floor. [June-July 2003, p.90]
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This console version makes enough changes to the original game that even hard-core "Sims" purists will want to give it a spin.
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Cheat Code CentralIt's really a lot more like real life than you may realize - but if you're playing this game alone on a Friday or Saturday night - this game has got to be a lot more fun than your life.
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Fortunately, or perhaps unfortunately, The Sims is otherwise extremely faithful to the gameplay of the original game, shortcomings and all, and it's more or less identical to the PS2 game.
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It does suffer from what I'd consider major control and tweaking issues, enough so to ruin a great deal of my experience.
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A solid experience, but won't have any appeal for anyone that's played the original PC title.
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If you find yourself liking the game, you'll be hooked for weeks. It isn't for everyone, though, so those looking for action and excitement are better off looking elsewhere.
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Most home computer gamers will find this version of The Sims to be a novel diversion, but they will eventually return to their monitors and keyboards for the easy, open-ended play that is only available there.
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#73 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
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#21 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 13 out of 20
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Mixed: 2 out of 20
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Negative: 5 out of 20
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SethDec 23, 2004Thought it was the shiznit.
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ChadC.Mar 2, 2004
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IvannatinkleJan 9, 2004It's a good game but it would be better with a rejuvenator!! larry king sucks.