Press ReleasesMaxis Drops 3D From The Sims 2
In a move sure to ripple throughout the industry, Maxis today announced plans to divorce itself from the 3D technology that was going to be at the heart of their upcoming Sims 2 video game.
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E-mailsLuc Barthelet Leaves Maxis
In this March 2004 farewell email, Luc Barthelet announces his departure from Maxis, reflecting on his time with the studio and introducing Neil Young as his successor.
NewsWe Interrupt This Regularly Scheduled Program…
There will be no SimDay next week due to the fact that Maxis is moving to EA's Redwood City campus. However, SimDay will return the…
NewsHappy St. Patricks Day!
Are you wearing green today? If not you're going to get pinched! Happy St. Patricks Day from The Sims 2 team.
InterviewsInterview With Lyndsay McGaw (Pearson)
In this 2004 interview, Assistant Producer Lyndsay McGaw discusses her transition from tester to producer, her work on neighborhoods, and her favorite Sims 2 features.
News3 New Screenshots Showing Decor
Modern, Japanese and Eastern themes are shown in 3 new screenshots. Head on over to the screenshots section to view these fabulous new interiors. [sac_article_gallery]
NewsThe Sims 2 will release later in 2004
EA will ship The Sims 2 in the later half of Calandar Year '04
Tchat DiscussionsOoo la la! Luc Barthelet in Chat
In this 2004 community chat, Luc Barthelet answers fan questions about The Sims 2, detailing the new cameraman mode, dynamic aging, genetics, and complex relationships.
Tchat DiscussionsChat With Luc Barthelet About Sexy Sims and ?!?
In this 2003 archive, Maxis GM Luc Barthelet chats about Sexy Sims in The Sims 2, teasing features like romance, kissing, affairs, and maintaining a Teen rating.
PreviewsGameGal Previews Makin’ Magic
Previewing The Sims: Makin' Magic expansion, featuring Magic Town, spells, quests, duels, and unique new items for your Sims.
InterviewsMaxis Developer Interview: Behind the Magic of The Sims Makin’ Magic
Read the exclusive interview for SimInsider! Associate Designer, Jenna Chalmers, explains some of the mystique behind creating Makin’ Magic.
PreviewsThe Sims 2 Designer Diary #3
GameSpot.com has the third installment of The Sims 2 designer diary. Lucy Bradshaw and Charles London discuss emotions in The Sims 2.