The Sims

Step into the world that started it all! In The Sims, you shift from city planner to life architect. Create unique characters, build the home of your dreams with over 150 objects, and guide your families through careers, love, and life’s daily drama. Explore the ultimate social simulation where every decision shapes your Sims' destiny.

About the game

From the creator of SimCity comes a revolutionary simulation where you move from building cities to controlling the very people who live in them. In The Sims, you have the power to create an endless variety of characters and families, guiding every aspect of their daily lives. Whether you are helping them climb a wide range of career paths, fostering deep romances, or managing neighborhood rivalries, the fate of your Sims is in your hands. With robust tools to build and furnish their world, you can create anything from a modest cottage to a sprawling private paradise, watching as your digital citizens interact in a living, breathing social experiment.

Key features

Architectural Design and Landscaping

Architectural Design and Landscaping

Unleash your inner architect with powerful design tools that allow you to build the home of your dreams from the ground up. Customize every detail by decorating walls and floors in any style imaginable. Beyond the four walls, use specialized landscaping tools to craft a private paradise, complete with lush gardens and scenic outdoor spaces.

Furnish and Expand Your World

Furnish and Expand Your World

Keep your Sims happy and entertained with over 150 unique objects. From essential furniture to luxury items like hot tubs, swimming pools, and giant-screen TVs, you have everything you need to furnish your homes. Whether you're adding a pool table for a bachelor pad or elegant topiaries for a formal garden, the variety of items ensures every home reflects its residents' personalities.

Life, Career, and Social Simulation

Life, Career, and Social Simulation

Experience a deep social simulation by following your Sims through the complexities of daily life. Guide them through diverse career paths to earn Simoleons, and manage their social circles as they make friends, fall in love, or even insult the neighbors. From the joy of having children to the drama of a failed relationship, the living world of your Sims is full of unexpected moments.

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The Sims Exchange and Community

Take your gameplay further by sharing your creations with a global community. Use the Teleportation Device to exchange your custom families, houses, and photo albums with other players. Dive into the The Sims Exchange to read the unique stories of other families, or enter official contests to win exclusive Maxis prizes and show off your creative skills.

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