The Sims2

[princess_ballet]

I realize that most the games discussed here right now aren't computer games, but I'm changing that!

Anyone else excited about The Sims2? Does anyone know exactly when its coming out? I love The Sims so I'm very very excited about the second one!


What about this, I have a newer computer, but I really don't think it can handle two versions of the Sims on it, so what do I do? Do I buy the new one and delete the new one off my computer or do I not get the new one? I'm so confused!

 

[PuppyforChrist]

I'd keep both. That's what I'm doing. I guess it depends on how big of a file The Sims 2 is going to be.

I can't wait for The Sims 2 to come out! I so wanna play that game.

 

[Loki]

The Sims 2

Your computer may or may not be able to handle it. It should be released in 3 or 4 Q of 04.

I too, am a rabid Sims fan, and can't wait for this to be released

 

[princess_ballet]

It should be released in 3 or 4 Q of 04.

What does that mean?

Your computer may or may not be able to handle it.

I have XP so the computer better be able to handle the game itself.

 

[FarFromHome]

I too can't wait for this game to come out. Last I checked the estimated ship date is in early August 2004. Hopefully EA won't have any additional delays with the release of this game.

 

[Ginsu]

ehhhh...not to sure... I never played the Sims except the Sims Online version... yeah i had quite an attitude on there. Hahaha!

 

[OceanAngel]

It'll be good at first, then EA will ruin the concept by releasing add-on pack after add-on pack, Aint The Sims onto 7th one, I believe its called Makin' Money

 

[Loki]

3 or 4 Q means third or fourth quarter, ie, the last half of 04.

 

[Lifesaver]

I'm VERY excited about it. Excited enough to have lost interest for any other computer game.

No kidding, if they manage to make it so that the sims lives mean something to them (make it looks like it matters, not like they're completely oblivious to everything) it could be the greatest game ever. Having them age and die is also a nice addition, which will add some time constraints (though optional), and have us thinking how sims will spend their time, much like in real life.

The original Sims had some objects of religious significance (menorah, christmas tree) and many religious items (wall crucifixes, statues, etc) were created by players. But I'd actually like to see religion implemented on the game, not just in objects but directly affecting their lives. Sure, this certainly won't be in the release version. But what would you think of a "Religions" expansion pack?

 

[Ginsu]

But what would you think of a "Religions" expansion pack?

That would be hilarious. And wrong at the same time. haha.

 

[Lifesaver]

Aw, it would not be wrong...

I mean, it is supposed to be a simulation of life. Religion plays (or can play) a big role in someone's life.

I don't think it would be morally wrong at all to have different religions in the game (no little "joke" or funny easter egg in any of them, though; that would be offensive) and possibly play as a, let's say, muslim family.

The Sims is basically a story-telling game. What you do there is make a story with fictional characters with a set of rules, all in a neat 3D and with AI.
Just like writing a story about a muslim family, which is not immoral at all (I think everyone agrees with this), making such a story using the Sims tool also isn't.

 

[littlebrit]

I am addicted to The Sims and I can't wait for The Sims 2. EB Games said it should be released sometime in September. I reserved a copy. I keep on seeing more screenshots and more info and it is making me impatient lol.

 

[Rais]

Hi all. .. first post on these forums ..

I would just like to say I will never buy another product produced by EA (Electronic Arts)
They cancelled Earth and Beyond prematurely and hardly supported it when it was up and running, best game I have played in a long time.

just my .02 cents.

 

[Kokopelli]

My wife plays the Sims when she can, though she hasn't shown much interest in Sims2. She seems to be more interested in ZooTycoon2 after I showed her some screenshots from a magazine I have. Me personally, the Sims never held my interest. However, the game play vids for the game, Battle for Middle Earth, left me drooling.

In regards to religion in Sims2... The devs thought it fit to include homosexual marriages and couples in the game. I feel the devs should include religion as well, given the importance it holds in our lives.

 

[peanutbutter12]

Hi all. .. first post on these forums ..

I would just like to say I will never buy another product produced by EA (Electronic Arts)
They cancelled Earth and Beyond prematurely and hardly supported it when it was up and running, best game I have played in a long time.

just my .02 cents.

I agree. EA is a trashy company who doesn't care about it's buyers. They recently raised the price of UO from 9.99 to 12.99 because they said it was for support. Their idea of support: A cordless phone sitting in a closet is some offset room at the other end of the building where only the gnomes go.

CJ

 

[sarahbug]

Like almost everyone else, I can't wait for Sims 2 to come out!

 

[Red Chief]

SIM 2 ???

well have you people heard about SINGLES:Flirting Up your Life, or what ever the name wuz it sounds like SIMS, and i think SIMS goes to that direction...

 

[sarahbug]

SIM 2 ???

well have you people heard about SINGLES:Flirting Up your Life, or what ever the name wuz it sounds like SIMS, and i think SIMS goes to that direction...

Never heard of it. How is it and Sims similar?

 

[Red Chief]

Never heard of it. How is it and Sims similar?

you Havent Heard ???
well its similar with SIMS, because it that kinda Virtual Life Strategy...what ever,
but SINGLES goes deeper, this game is about Sex/Gay/Porn relationships,
the games`s goal is to get Laid, so does this short description tell you something... Taste of the Future`s Games

 

[sarahbug]

you Havent Heard ???
well its similar with SIMS, because it that kinda Virtual Life Strategy...what ever,
but SINGLES goes deeper, this game is about Sex/Gay/Porn relationships,
the games`s goal is to get Laid, so does this short description tell you something... Taste of the Future`s Games

Oh. I'll just stick with Sims, then, since it's not centered around sex.