Magazine

Magazines increase a Sims Interests or Enthusiasm.

Magazines and Interests
Magazines that increase a Sim's interests can be bought on Community lots. Each magazine has articles on 3 topics.

The Sims

 * The Avarix - Money, Politics, Technology
 * Livin' Large - 60's, Music, Parties
 * MaxSimum - Exercise, Outdoors, Travel
 * Victor's Digest - Food, Sports, Weather
 * WhooNoo - Hollywood, Romance, Style

The Sims 2

 * Beyond Belief - Paranormal, Sci-Fi, Health
 * Highbrow Review - Politics, Culture, Environment
 * Mode:Live - Food, Travel, Weather
 * Rat Race - Crime, Money, Work
 * Superstar Report - Entertainment, Fashion, Sports
 * Young Sims Magazine - Animals, School, Toys

The Sims 3 contains no magazines.

Hobby Magazines
There are magazines for each of the hobbies. A Sim must reach level 3 enthusiasm to receive a phone call asking if they would like a subscription. Magazines are then delivered to the lot once a week. A subscription can be accepted or canceled at anytime.