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A teaser for the Sims 2 Celebration Stuff has been posted on the official site - you can see it here, too.
Thanks to callum91 for bringing this to our attention!
1up.com is the first to review the new Seasons expansion. It doesn’t say much we didn’t already know, but you might want to read it anyway.
Forget World of WarCraft — once you fall prey to Sims 2 addiction, you’re not likely to get much else done. Did you want to take a shower today? Take the dog for a walk? Spend some time with your significant other? Too bad! You’ll have your hands full doing the virtual equivalent of these things with your needy Sims, who — thanks to the new Seasons expansion — can now run outside to catch anything from fireflies to a cold.
Maxis/EA has announced the creation of a new website specifically for the Wii version (now also to come out on the Nintendo DS) of their Sims franchise. Mysims.com features information and screenshots about the upcoming game release. Sounding (and looking) more like Animal Crossing (sans animals) or Harvest Moon than a sims game, this is meant to appeal to a new audience. Personally I’ll pass on this one and wait until the fall expansion - and stick to my Animal Crossing. I don’t need a simified version of it.
Transforming the traditional Sims gameplay for the Wii and Nintendo DS platforms, MySims moves the player to a delightful but disorganized town where — thanks to the easy and unique controls — they can re-shape everything and make it their own. The town is rundown, but the player can make it much more dynamic. Using a selection of building blocks, unique patterns and engaging creativity tools, players can design furniture and appliances, architect new homes and businesses, and re-define the entire MySims landscape!
I just thought I’d share the upcoming release dates as far as North American releases. These are subject to change but they should be pretty solid.
Sims 2 Celebration Stuff is scheduled for release on April 4th, Pet Stories will be released June 26th and there is also a Sims 2 “Deluxe” package slated for a May 10th release - I’m unsure what that will contain as of yet. It will likely be some form of the base game and atleast one other expansion. If anyone finds any information regarding it, please feel free to PM me.
wes_h has made a wonderful mod which brightens up bodyshop. There are three different levels so you can choose the one that suits you! Finally we’ll be able to see while working in bodyshop!
The chat transcript is up for those who want to see it or were unable to attend the live chat. Here are some interesting gems from the chat
Guest (Feb 15, 2007 4:33:09 PM)
Will the seasons change with a click of a button, or will they change gradually, ? If I start in summer time with a family and play them as they grow and age, will the seasons change with the family?MaxoidHunter! (Feb 15, 2007 4:33:09 PM)
They progress naturally, with 5 Sim days per season. The only clicking you do is to set which seasons you want to occur in each of your neighborhoods. (The seasons chooser.) Eg: Fall, Fall, Winter, Spring, then repeat.BBighead986 (Feb 15, 2007 4:33:45 PM)
Hi, It’s great to see you, Maxis! So, there probably is one question that a lot of us want to know. What is the ‘low-down’ on these ‘green people’ we see in gardens and such?MaxoidLittleL (Feb 15, 2007 4:33:45 PM)
The green Sim is a new Plant Sim. If you’re not careful when gardening your Sim might become a plant sim. it’s a whole new way to play the game, much like vampires or zombies were.tabnick90 (Feb 15, 2007 4:38:00 PM)
Can you die by being struck by lighting or from frostbite or anything new?MaxoidLittleL (Feb 15, 2007 4:38:00 PM)
You can freeze to death and overheat. You can also be struck by lightning if you’re not careful. Too many trees on your lot will bring more lightning during heavy rain storms.sloulou (Feb 15, 2007 4:38:12 PM)
oh, love the idea of leftovers! so do they have a certain number of days before the food goes bad or do leftovers always stay fresh in the fridge?MaxoidHunter! (Feb 15, 2007 4:38:12 PM)
leftovers are invincible!
You can read the complete chat transcript here
As per the official site, the sims 2 seasons designer walkthrough video is now available! You can view it here
As you’ve heard, there are two new stuff packs coming up. Although there has yet to be any sort of official announcement from EA/Maxis, I can confirm that the “Celebration Stuff” pack is currently available for pre-ordering instore at EB Games. Please note that EB Games (as well as Gamestop) is also currently offering a pre-order bonus item of a blue dress as seen here
According to the official site, Maxis/EA are hosting an official chat for the upcoming Seasons expansion on February 15th at 2:30pm PST. This will be an informational chat which will include information in regards to the new expansion, what it will have/add to gameplay and many interesting facts. When the time comes, you can join the chat via this page
Although this is an older article and one we have mentioned before, the renewed interest in the recent confirmation of The Sims 3 has prompted discussion of this article again. For those of you who haven’t seen it yet, or who may have forgotten about it - here you go.
During the same call, Jenson also confirmed that several sequels to EA’s most important franchises are in the works. “Yes, there’s a Sims 3 in development and it’s likely to be a fiscal ‘09 title,” said Jenson, meaning the game would hit stores before April 2009.
Callum91 has also informed me that LifeStories is now available for purchase. As per the official LifeStories site you can register your game to receive a special download. They include a drum kit, karaoke machine and club cube. Simmers will recognize these objects from previous Sims 2 expansions.
Thanks to callum91 for the following:
osimbr.net has pictures of the Seasons retail box. You can also find some new seasons videos here on youtube
The next stuff pack will be called “Celebration Stuff” read about it at gamespot and see it listed at amazon.com
As we already knew, elmundo.es gives us even more confirmation in regards to the sims 3 being in development and more sims 2 expansions to come.
I’m sure there will be lots more information to come as Life Stories has just been released, Seasons is about to be released and there’s many exciting things coming along soon!
