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In a nutshell:
The PC and console worlds combine thanks to mans best friend
and a mouses greatest enemy. Create, pamper and train your
favoured furry companions in the latest The Sims 2 expansion.
The lowdown:
After years of trying to create less complex, mini-game
orientated spin-offs it seems EA are now keen to see the PC and
console The Sims games converge. This new iteration is an
expansion pack on the PC but a full price, stand alone game on
the consoles. As the name subtly hints the main addition to the
game this time round is a number of four-legged friends, plus
fish and birds (although its really cats and dogs that get most
of the attention). You can also create your own personalised pet
via a complex customisation tool thats just as versatile as the
one for humans and on the PC version you can even send your
four-legged friend to work!
Most exciting moment:
On the PC this is a perfectly welcome but very narrow expansion.
However the full price console version is actually a considerable
improvement on the original with an easier-to-use interface,
better artificial intelligence and even reduced loading times.
Since you ask:
The next PC expansion pack is called In Season and seems to be
roughly analogous to The Sims expansion On Holiday, in that itll
focus on exterior objects and locations. Its not yet clear
whether therell be a console version.
The bottom line:
Finally, The Sims is made to work on consoles!-HARRISON DENT
Manufacturer's Description
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From scampering pooches to cuddly kittens, now you can add a new
furry friend to your Sims' lives. Choose from popular dog and cat
breeds like Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, Persians, and
Siamese or customize their appearance and personality to create a
unique pet for your Sim to raise as one of the family. Your Sims
will enjoy teaching their pets tricks, taking them to the park,
caring for them, and outfitting them with new accessories. But
keep one thing in mind Sims' pets have minds of their own, so be
sure to expect the unexpected.
Key Features:
Sims Have New Friends
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 customise features
for a one-of-a-kind pet. You can even modify your pet's body
shape by choosing from specific colours 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 t. 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.
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 favourite of
pet owners. While there, watch your pet play well with others
while your Sim can meet others and soe with fellow animal
lovers.
Shop 'til you drop
Visit the adjoining Town Centre, 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 customise their pet's look with one stop in the Town
Centre. It's sure to be the coolest pet in town.
- From dogs, cats, caged animals and more, your Sims share new friends to experience life's precious moments.
- Choose from dozens of dog and cat breeds or customise features for a one-of-a-kind pet.
- Your Sims can encourage and discipline pets, training them to shake, roll over, play dead, and more.
- Create and control digital characters over a lifetime.
- Use special codes to share unlockable pet accessories.
- Visit the adjoining Town Centre, a great gathering spot for Sims that evolves over time.
- Take your Sims and their pet for a romp at any of the nearby park areas.