Gaming News - July 2006
Redwood City, CA (July 27, 2006) - EA today announced that it is
releasing The Sims 2 Pets on current generation console systems, handheld
platforms and as a PC expansion pack.
From EA:
The Sims 2 Pets will build on the celebrated The Sims 2 experience that
allows players to create and control digital characters throughout their lives
while determining the outcome of their relationships and choosing their destiny.
Each version will feature customized content tailored to the platform.
The addition of a new friend is guaranteed to enrich the daily lives of your
Sims! Not only will players have the opportunity to choose from a variety of
existing breeds, and hot designer mixes, but they’ll also be able to personally
design their new friend with the Create-a-Pet feature. The ability to customize
gives fans the opportunity to create their ideal pet by choosing their body
shape, unique markings, even their pet’s personalities! With so many different
animals to choose from, there’s no telling what unpredictable experiences could
occur!
Players will also be able to teach their pet new tricks, take them for a romp in
the park, outfit them with new pet accessories and even give them a job! As in
real life, your Sims’ pet will require care and training. A neglected cat with
an urge to scratch might claw up your new couch if you aren’t careful, and
leaving your dog unattended near a freshly planted flower bed probably isn’t
wise!
“The Sims 2 Pets captures the magic between pets and their owners,” said
Executive Producer Rod Humble. “A dog gnawing at his chew toy, a cat jumping at
a dangled feather, a toddler stroking the chest of a big dog who sits by
patiently—even a frisky dog getting caught rolling around in the trash. These
special moments all come to life through the lifelike animations and artwork of
The Sims 2 Pets. There is something delightful about your Sim, a little pet
person, having a pet of their own. Pets allows players to tell more stories with
their Sims and helps create more emergent anecdotes within the game.”
The Sims 2 Pets will be available on the PlayStation 2, the GameCube, Game Boy
Advance, and DS, and as a PC expansion pack* that builds on the original The
Sims 2 PC game experience. A version for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system
will follow.
KEY FEATURES
All Platforms
· Sims Have New Friends - Pets! Sims can share their lives with their new pets
and add more fun to the Sims experience. From dogs, cats, caged animals and
more, your Sims share new friends to experience life’s precious moments. With so
many different animals to choose from, there’s no telling what unpredictable
experiences could occur!
· Create-A-Pet: Choose from dozens of dog and cat breeds or customize
features for a one-of-a-kind pet. You can even modify your pet’s body shape by
choosing from specific colors and unique markings. Don’t like the way they act?
Change their personality – from smart and sweet to silly and sloppy – anyone can
create their ideal animal friend in The Sims 2 Pets.
· “Sit, Spike, Sit”: Your Sims can encourage and discipline pets, training them
to shake, roll over, play dead, and more. Unruly pets might dig in the yard,
claw the sofa, or topple the trash. Thankfully, a little training can go a long
way.
· Classic Sims Open-Ended Gameplay: Create and control digital characters over a
lifetime, setting their goals in life from popularity and romance, to fortune
and family– their stories are in your hands.
· Share unique Pet unlocks: Use special codes to share unlockable pet
accessories, fur types or markings with other The Sims 2 Pets players.
Unique to PC*
· Friends for a Lifetime: Your Sims’ pets are members of the family and share
all of life’s great moments – whether it’s kids training puppies, teens playing
fetch in the park, adults watching TV with their cats, or elders enjoying a
sunny day in the park with their long-time companion!
· Create a designer breed: Your Sims pets have genetics, allowing you to create
the latest designer pet, including popular hybrid breeds like the Labradoodle,
Puggle and Schnoodle! Like what you’ve created? Register them to appear in
Create-A-Pet as a unique pedigree!
· Bring Home the Bacon: Sims aren’t the only ones with careers anymore! Skilled
pets can earn a living from three career tracks – Show Business, Security, and
Service – and work their way up through five job levels.
Unique to PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube and PSP (PlayStationPortable) system
· Stroll the Central Town Park: Take your Sims and their pet for a romp at any
of the nearby park areas, or head to the Central Town Park which is a favorite
of pet owners. While there, watch your pet play well with others while your Sim
can meet others and socialize with fellow animal lovers.
· Shop ‘til you drop: Visit the adjoining Town Center, a great gathering spot
for Sims that evolves over time. Once you’ve seen the latest styles and decided
on a purchase, deck your pet out in the latest clothing and accessories around.
From geek to chic and cool to casual, your Sim can customize their pet’s look
with one stop in the Town Center. It’s sure to be the coolest pet in town!
Unique to Nintendo DS
· Manage a Pet Care Center: Pamper, preen, and nurse all the neighborhood pets
at your new Pet Care Center that you create and customize.
· How Much Is That Doggie in the Window? In a pet store that you own and
operate, you can help other Sims pick out the perfect pet. Earn extra Simoleans
by selling the pet products that include the latest pet fashions and
accessories!
Game Boy Advance
· Give Your Sim a Career in Pet Care: Take care of the town’s pets by being a
veterinarian, a world-class pet trainer and more. Players can even choose from a
variety of cat and dogs to adopt as their very own. Whether they are healing
pets or just taking them for a stroll, there is always something to do in the
pet-friendly town of Barkersville.
· Toys, treats and tricks!: Sims can teach their pets cool and amazing tricks
and then compete in the World Championships to be the best in show!
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