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'''The Sims''' is a video game series developed by [[Maxis]] and published by [[Electronic Arts]]. The franchise began with ''[[The Sims]]'', which was released in February 2000. ''The Sims'' is a spin-off of the older [[SimCity (series)|''SimCity'' game franchise]], which were both created by Maxis co-founder [[Will Wright]]. |
'''The Sims''' is a video game series developed by [[Maxis]] and published by [[Electronic Arts]]. The franchise began with ''[[The Sims]]'', which was released in February 2000. ''The Sims'' is a spin-off of the older [[SimCity (series)|''SimCity'' game franchise]], which were both created by Maxis co-founder [[Will Wright]]. |
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The games in the series generally lack defined goals, unlike most other video games. The focus of the games is on the simulated lives of virtual people called "[[Sim]]s". The player is responsible for directing their |
The games in the series generally lack defined goals, unlike most other video games. The focus of the games is on the simulated lives of virtual people called "[[Sim]]s". The player is responsible for directing their actions, attending to their needs, and helping them attain their desires. Players can play with pre-existing Sims and families, or [[Create a Sim|create their own]]. They can place their Sims in pre-constructed homes or build their houses using the in-game [[build mode|building tools]], then furnish the homes with objects from an [[buy mode|in-game catalog]]. Numerous add-ons and [[expansion pack]]s greatly expand the number of features, tools, and objects available to play with. |
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The success of ''The Sims'' ultimately led to the creation of three sequels, over two dozen expansion packs, numerous console and non-PC platform games, and several other spin-off titles within the series. As of September 2013, there have been more than 175 million copies sold of games within the franchise.<ref>http://www.cnn.com/2013/09/02/tech/gaming-gadgets/games-watch-gamescom/</ref> The series is the [[Wikipedia:List of best-selling video game franchises|most successful PC gaming franchise ever]]. |
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''[[The Sims 4]]'' was released in 2014 as the fourth iteration in the series with major overhauls to [[Create-A-Sim]] (CAS), [[Live Mode]] and [[Build Mode]]. CAS has a new interface whereby players can simply click and drag different parts of a Sim to modify their features, instead of using numerical sliders. Build mode now functions as a room-based system, whereby individual rooms are recognised and can be easily moved or manipulated. Build Mode also sees the addition of multiple new tools, and increases flexibility in object placement. In Live Mode, Sims experience [[emotion]]s which will affect their behaviour, the Sims around them, and extreme emotions can even be fatal to a Sim experiencing them. ''The Sims 4'' also introduces an in-game content sharing system known as the [[Gallery]]. Players can instantly upload their creations to the Gallery, or seamlessly download the creations of others to add to their game. |
''[[The Sims 4]]'' was released in 2014 as the fourth iteration in the series with major overhauls to [[Create-A-Sim]] (CAS), [[Live Mode]] and [[Build Mode]]. CAS has a new interface whereby players can simply click and drag different parts of a Sim to modify their features, instead of using numerical sliders. Build mode now functions as a room-based system, whereby individual rooms are recognised and can be easily moved or manipulated. Build Mode also sees the addition of multiple new tools, and increases flexibility in object placement. In Live Mode, Sims experience [[emotion]]s which will affect their behaviour, the Sims around them, and extreme emotions can even be fatal to a Sim experiencing them. ''The Sims 4'' also introduces an in-game content sharing system known as the [[Gallery]]. Players can instantly upload their creations to the Gallery, or seamlessly download the creations of others to add to their game. |
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As of December 2020, ten expansion packs have been released for ''The Sims 4'': ''[[The Sims 4: Get to Work|Get to Work]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Get Together|Get Together]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: City Living|City Living]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs|Cats & Dogs]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Seasons|Seasons]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Get Famous|Get Famous]],'' ''[[The Sims 4: Island Living|Island Living]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Discover University|Discover University]]'', ''[[Eco Lifestyle]]'' and ''[[Snowy Escape]]''. For the first time in the series, smaller-scale "Game packs" are introduced, which add new content and gameplay centered around a specific theme. As of December 2020, nine game packs have been released: ''[[The Sims 4: Outdoor Retreat|Outdoor Retreat]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Spa Day|Spa Day]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Dine Out|Dine Out]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Vampires|Vampires]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Parenthood|Parenthood]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Jungle Adventure|Jungle Adventure]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: StrangerVille|StrangerVille]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Realm of Magic|Realm of Magic]]'', and ''[[Journey to Batuu]]''. The stuff packs for ''The Sims 4'' introduce minor gameplay elements in addition to new content, unlike previous games. Eighteen stuff packs currently exist: ''[[The Sims 4: Luxury Party Stuff|Luxury Party Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Perfect Patio Stuff|Perfect Patio Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Cool Kitchen Stuff|Cool Kitchen Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Spooky Stuff|Spooky Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Movie Hangout Stuff|Movie Hangout Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Romantic Garden Stuff|Romantic Garden Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Kids Room Stuff|Kids Room Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Backyard Stuff|Backyard Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Vintage Glamour Stuff|Vintage Glamour Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Bowling Night Stuff|Bowling Night Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Fitness Stuff|Fitness Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Toddler Stuff|Toddler Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Laundry Day Stuff|Laundry Day Stuff]] '', ''[[The Sims 4: My First Pet Stuff|My First Pet Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Moschino Stuff|Moschino Stuff]]'', ''[[The Sims 4: Tiny Living Stuff|Tiny Living Stuff]],'' ''[[The Sims 4: Nifty Knitting Stuff|Nifty Knitting Stuff]]'' and ''[[The Sims 4: Paranormal Stuff|Paranormal Stuff]]''. From March 2021, various "kit" packs were also released for ''The Sims 4'', which are mini packs of content with a very specific theme, similar to that of ''[[The Sims 3 Store]]''[[The Sims 3 Store|.]] |
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A console version of ''[[The Sims 4 (console)|The Sims 4]]'' was released for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. For the first time in series, the console version now provides the full base game, as well as content packs, similar to that of the PC version. This is in contrast to previous console games, where most of the PC version features were either removed, or the console version had exclusive features not present in the PC version. |
A console version of ''[[The Sims 4 (console)|The Sims 4]]'' was released for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. For the first time in series, the console version now provides the full base game, as well as content packs, similar to that of the PC version. This is in contrast to previous console games, where most of the PC version features were either removed, or the console version had exclusive features not present in the PC version. |
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