Video Gaming News - October 2005
Redwood City, CA (October 24, 2005) - Electronic Arts announced today
that The Sims 2 for the PlayStation 2, the Xbox, the GameCube, the Game Boy
Advance, and the Nintendo DS, ships to retailers today. The Sims 2 for the PSP
and mobile phones will follow in the weeks to come.
From EA:
Based on the PC version of The Sims 2, which was the best-selling PC game of
2004, the console and handheld versions were re-invented from the ground-up to
capitalize on the unique capabilities of each platform, while maintaining the
same creativity and customization considered core components of the signature
Sims experience. Classic open-ended gameplay allows console and handheld gamers
to make the game their own, no matter which platform they choose!
The Sims games are known for being among the few games to achieve popularity
across all ages and genders, making The Sims 2 a great gift for anyone from your
nephew, to your grandfather to your favorite aunt, best friend, or kid sister.
“Now that The Sims 2 is everywhere, on every platform from consoles and handheld
game systems, to PCs and mobile phones, one of the most widely-popular games in
history is also one of the most widely accessible!” exclaimed Vice President and
Executive Producer, Sinjin Bain, “EA is thrilled to bring your favorite game to
all your favorite systems!”
Console versions:
The Sims 2 for Xbox, the PlayStation 2 console and Nintendo GameCube provides a
blank canvas that you can fill! Create your Sims, give them distinct
personalities, and directly control every move they make. Customize their world
by designing their fashions, creating their food and building and decorating
their homes. Help them achieve aspirations and avoid fears, as they build a
network of friends and even acquire a few enemies! You can watch their simulated
lives play out before your eyes. Choose to explore the open-ended world or
select a story-driven experience that features 60 new characters and 16 unique
locations. The PlayStation 2 console fans can even spice up their Sims
surroundings by importing images into the game with the Eyetoy USB Camera. All
console versions have been rated T” for Teen by the ESRB.
Handheld Versions:
Handheld versions offer a Sims storyline that combines a classic Sims experience
with the goal-oriented gameplay that handheld players enjoy. Each handheld
version features a different storyline so true Sims fans might want to collect
all three.
Game Boy Advance
In the Game Boy Advance version of The Sims 2, your Sims pursue their 15 minutes
of fame. After you finish creating, customizing, and controlling your Sims'
world, take on the lead role in the hit television series "One Time in
Strangetown". As you unlock and play each episode of the TV series, explore a
new story and characters to uncover the secrets of Strangetown. Between
episodes, participate in all new unique mini-games such as car and soda
commercials. How well you do influences your Sims ratings. The Sims 2 for the
GameBoy Advance has been rated “E10+” by the ESRB and can be recommended for
everyone age 10 and older.”
Nintendo DS
In The Sims 2 on the Nintendo DS, you can explore the wide-open world of The
Sims 2 while trying to gain fame and fortune for your own custom created Sims.
Become a real estate mogul building, customizing and running a hotel in
Strangetown. Bring in the cash by keeping everyone happy and keeping the hotel
in good condition. Design the paintings on the walls of the gallery and record
the music in the lounge through touch screen mini-games. Keep Strangetown's Sims
happy to uncover their hidden secrets. The Sims 2 for the Nintendo DS has been
rated “E10+” by the ESRB and can be recommended for everyone age 10 and older.”
Upcoming Versions:
The Sims 2 for the PSP handheld system and mobile phones will release in weeks
to come. For more information on those platforms please visit
www.thesims2.com
For more information, or to find out how the game will play on your favorite
platform, please visit
www.thesims2.com
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