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.

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About this 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

Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a sunny outdoor garden area. A female Sim in a white top and blue jeans is actively painting on a wooden easel. Nearby, a child Sim in a pink outfit stands on the grass, and a male Sim in a dark suit stands on a paved stone pathway next to a white classical column. The scene features trees, colorful flower beds, and the classic blue user interface at the bottom of the screen showing Live mode and household motives.

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.

Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large house under construction. At the bottom of the screen, the classic Build Mode user interface is open, showing the "Library Edition Fireplace" selected in the catalog for $4,000. The partially built house features a large outdoor swimming pool, brick walls, and white columns set against a green lawn with pine trees.

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.

Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a lively house party in a large room with dark blue carpeting. Sims are engaged in various activities: a group is dancing near tall black stereo speakers, one Sim is mixing drinks at a wooden bar, and a couple is embracing in the bottom right corner. In the foreground near a zebra-print sofa, a female Sim has a thought bubble displaying a mouse trap icon.

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.

Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a neighborhood street in the morning. A yellow school bus is parked on the road next to a rusty teal carpool car. On the sidewalk, a child Sim wearing a white shirt and blue skirt is walking towards the bus. Nearby, an adult male Sim dressed in a white doctor's lab coat stands on the green grass behind a white picket fence.

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.

Gallery

Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of an outdoor patio scene. In the foreground, a male Sim in a black shirt and a female Sim in a white shirt and blue pants are happily dancing together. In the background, two other Sims are conversing near a wooden bookshelf and a stereo system. The patio features grey square tiles, a white picket fence, and red dining chairs.
: Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a kitchen and dining area. A raging fire has broken out on the stove, and three Sims are standing nearby, waving their arms and panicking. The action queue in the top left corner shows a fire icon with the text "GO HERE". The room features green carpet, a large wooden dining table, and standard kitchen counters.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of an open-concept living and dining area. A male Sim in a blue shirt and a female Sim in a white top stand near a zebra-print sofa. Nearby, a second female Sim in a pink outfit stands next to a wooden end table and lamp, with a speech bubble above her head indicating an active conversation. The room features hardwood floors, a blue area rug, a television, and a large wooden dining table with chairs.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying a chaotic isometric view of an open-concept kitchen and living room. A large fire is burning on the stove while a female Sim panics nearby with a fire icon in her thought bubble. Another Sim lies face down on the floor surrounded by piles of trash, while a third Sim in a red shirt points and reacts to the scene. Meanwhile, a fourth Sim remains sound asleep on a striped sofa in the living room area. A pizza box also sits abandoned on the floor.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a lively living room party. Several Sims are gathered in a room featuring a zebra-print sofa, a large television, tall black speakers, and a fireplace. In the background, a couple is dancing together. In the foreground, other Sims are clapping and conversing, with speech bubbles displaying a car and a classic bank or courthouse icon. The classic user interface is visible in the bottom left corner.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of an outdoor yard and patio scene. In the foreground, a bride in a white wedding dress and a groom in a black tuxedo are kissing on a grey tiled patio. In the background, two other Sims are conversing near a wooden bookshelf and stereo system. The area features a green lawn, a white picket fence, and the exterior of a house.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a bathroom. A male Sim is relaxing in a white bathtub full of water, with the classic green Plumbob floating above his head. The room features blue patterned floor and wall tiles, a tall wooden armoire, a floor lamp, and a white bathroom counter.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of an extremely messy, open-concept living room and kitchen. Piles of trash with flies buzzing around them are scattered all over the beige living room carpet and blue kitchen floor tiles. An empty pizza box sits on a wooden dining table next to a bulky desktop computer. Amidst the chaos, a male Sim in a white shirt and black pants is fast asleep on a plaid sofa.
Screenshot of the "Face Photo Wizard" tool for the original The Sims game. The blue interface shows a photograph of Will Wright loaded into a bounding box on the left. On the right, three vertical panels demonstrate the steps to move, rotate, and scale the photo to align the facial features properly. The bottom left contains on-screen instructions explaining how to position the face inside the box to map it onto a Sim model.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of an indoor room with green carpeting. A male Sim in a dark grey suit and yellow tie is holding out a bright green gift box with a yellow ribbon, presenting it to a female Sim wearing a white t-shirt and blue pants. Directly behind them sits a large, hexagonal aquarium filled with water and fish.
Screenshot of two Sims from the original The Sims game showcasing uniforms from the Medicine career track. On the left, a male Sim is dressed as a paramedic, wearing a bright red jacket and dark blue pants. On the right, a female Sim is dressed as a doctor, wearing teal medical scrubs and a stethoscope. They are standing on a neutral tiled floor.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large house under construction. At the bottom of the screen, the classic Build Mode user interface is open, showing the "Library Edition Fireplace" selected in the catalog for $4,000. The partially built house features a large outdoor swimming pool, brick walls, and white columns set against a green lawn with pine trees.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying a wide isometric view of a large, multi-room brick house on a corner lot. The roof is down to reveal the interior layout, showing several partially furnished rooms with wooden and tiled floors, a kitchen area, a central wooden staircase, and large windows. The exterior features a green lawn, neatly trimmed hedges, small trees, and asphalt roads bordering two sides of the property.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of the daily newspaper delivery. A female NPC paper carrier wearing a red cap, red jacket, and blue shorts is carrying a stack of newspapers under her arm. She is standing on a paved sidewalk next to a grey metal trash can and a white mailbox mounted on a wooden post. The background features green grass, a low brick wall, and tall green hedges.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large recreation and living room area. A female Sim in a yellow top and blue shorts is actively playing at a green pool table in the center of the room. Nearby, a male Sim in a black jacket and tan pants stands near a plaid sofa, while two other Sims are gathered around a large television and stereo system. The bottom of the screen prominently features the old, classic blue user interface, including the Live, Buy, and Build mode buttons, the Sims' motive bars, and a household funds display of $55,712.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a grassy yard. A female police officer NPC in a light blue uniform and dark blue cap stands next to the classic burglar NPC, who is dressed in a black-and-white striped shirt, black pants, and a black domino mask. They are standing near a paved sidewalk on the edge of a residential lot.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large recreation room featuring a green pool table. In the foreground, two male Sims are engaged in a conversation; the selected Sim has a green Plumbob above his head and a speech bubble containing a classic llama icon. In the background, a female Sim in a white top and green skirt stands near the edge of the pool table. The room features a mix of hardwood flooring and blue-green patterned tiles.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a dining room. A male Sim in a black shirt with a white stripe and a female Sim in a white top are sitting in red chairs at a large wooden dining table, eating a meal together. A green social interaction icon with a plus sign floats above them, indicating their relationship score is improving. The room features grey square floor tiles.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of an indoor living space. Two male Sims are having a conversation on a green carpet near a blue striped sofa. One Sim, wearing a black shirt with a white stripe and dark green pants, has his hand raised as he speaks to the other Sim, who is dressed in a tan shirt and brown pants.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a partially constructed house interior. At the bottom of the screen, the classic Build Mode user interface is open, displaying various architectural tools like wall coverings, floors, and doors. The house features rooms with hardwood floors, white paneled walls, a brick fireplace, a red area rug, and a bathroom area decorated with blue patterned tiles.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a partially constructed house. The classic Build Mode user interface is open at the bottom of the screen, with the window catalog selected. The house features brick exterior walls, white multi-pane windows, a room with dark red carpeting, and a large adjacent area covered in blue patterned floor tiles.
Screenshot of two Sims from the original The Sims game showcasing uniforms from the Business career track. On the left, a male Sim is dressed in a sharp grey suit with a dark tie. On the right, a female Sim is wearing a matching grey business skirt suit. They are standing together on a beige carpeted floor.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a neighborhood street in the morning. A yellow school bus is parked on the road next to a rusty teal carpool car. On the sidewalk, a child Sim wearing a white shirt and blue skirt is walking towards the bus. Nearby, an adult male Sim dressed in a white doctor's lab coat stands on the green grass behind a white picket fence.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a very messy kitchen and dining area. A male Sim in a black and white shirt is walking through the room. The beige carpeted floor is littered with several piles of trash, an empty pizza box sits open on a blue-tiled dining table, and a large puddle of water has formed near the adjacent bathroom door.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric exterior view of a large, single-story suburban house. The home features a red tiled roof, beige walls, and a front pathway leading to the sidewalk. The backyard includes a bright blue swimming pool, a patio area with a grill, and a basketball hoop mounted on the exterior wall. The classic blue user interface is prominently visible at the bottom of the screen, showing the Live mode controls and household funds.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large, fully furnished family home. The interior features a kitchen with green tiled counters, a living area with a computer desk and painting easel, and a hallway with a pinball machine. Outside, the patio includes a basketball hoop and a telescope surrounded by tall green hedges. A male Sim stands near the desk while a child Sim runs through the living room. The classic blue user interface is prominently visible at the bottom of the screen, displaying a household of four Sims and their motives
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a spacious living room and kitchen area. Two male Sims are talking near a blue floral sofa and television, with one displaying a speech bubble containing a classical building icon. Two female Sims stand nearby on the red carpet. The home is heavily furnished with a wooden dining table, a bar, black leather armchairs, a fish tank, and a pinball machine. The classic blue user interface is prominently visible at the bottom of the screen.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying a four-part isometric sequence of a male Sim preparing a meal. From left to right, the panels show the Sim grabbing ingredients from a light blue refrigerator, chopping food on a green-tiled kitchen counter, cooking on a white stove, and finally serving the plates at a wooden dining table where a female Sim is seated.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a chaotic indoor pool party. Two police officer NPCs in blue uniforms have arrived to break up the gathering. They stand near the edge of a large swimming pool interacting with various party guests. The room features red patterned floor tiles, a stereo system, and tall windows. The bottom of the screen prominently features the classic blue user interface.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a sunny outdoor garden area. A female Sim in a white top and blue jeans is actively painting on a wooden easel. Nearby, a child Sim in a pink outfit stands on the grass, and a male Sim in a dark suit stands on a paved stone pathway next to a white classical column. The scene features trees, colorful flower beds, and the classic blue user interface at the bottom of the screen showing Live mode and household motives.
Screenshot from the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a female police officer NPC. She is standing on a light wood parquet floor, wearing a classic light blue uniform shirt with a badge, a black tie, dark blue pants, and a black duty belt.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a home's kitchen. The classic Maid NPC, wearing a traditional black and white uniform with a white cap, is standing on red-brown patterned floor tiles holding a tray of swept-up debris. She is positioned near a white refrigerator, looking toward a colorful pile of garbage on the floor.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a busy, wood-paneled living room. Several Sims are engaged in various activities: one is reading a book on a black leather armchair, two are playing a game of chess at a wooden table, and another is painting at an easel. A fifth Sim in a red dress stands nearby. The room features green flooring, tall arched windows, and a large wooden bookcase, with the classic blue user interface visible at the bottom showing the Buy mode catalog.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large, open-concept living area. An older male Sim in a red shirt and a female Sim in a white top and green skirt are standing near a green striped sofa. The female Sim has a speech bubble above her head containing a jagged yellow lightning bolt icon, indicating an argument or negative social interaction. The room features hardwood floors, a desk with a classic desktop computer, a red area rug, a television, and a staircase in the background.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large outdoor pool party on a patio. The area features a swimming pool, red and brown patterned patio tiles, a green outdoor bench next to a basketball hoop, and a wooden bar. Several Sims are gathered together, mingling and dancing near a stereo system. The classic blue user interface is prominently visible at the bottom of the screen, showing the Live mode controls and household funds.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying the classic "Pick a Family" menu against a solid green background. The blue interface lists several playable households, including the Roomies, Wallace, and Lawson families, along with their current net worth and number of family friends. At the bottom of the window, there are standard control buttons to cancel, create a new family, delete a family, or evict an existing household.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of two male Sims showcasing uniforms from the Military career track. On the left, a Sim is dressed in a brown formal suit decorated with medals. On the right, a Sim is wearing a full white astronaut spacesuit with life-support details. They are standing together on a light green tiled floor.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a lively outdoor patio party. Several Sims are gathered around a light blue dining table with a boombox; one is dancing and another is cheering with raised arms. A red barbecue grill sits nearby, and a swimming pool is visible in the bottom left corner. A female Sim with a green Plumbob above her head is holding a black trash bag, while several piles of trash are scattered across the brown and white patterned patio tiles.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a room with red-brown patterned floor tiles and white brick walls. A female Sim stands in the center with a bright red Plumbob over her head, waving her arms in frustration. Several piles of trash are scattered on the floor near a white stove. The classic blue user interface at the bottom shows her motives, highlighting a severely depleted "Room" score.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a home's kitchen and dining area. The classic characters Bob and Betty Newbie are standing together near a green-tiled kitchen counter. The house features dark grey floor tiles, white walls with a green border, a dining table with a light blue top, a boombox resting on a red chair, and an adjacent bathroom with a shower stall.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a lively house party in a large room with dark blue carpeting. Sims are engaged in various activities: a group is dancing near tall black stereo speakers, one Sim is mixing drinks at a wooden bar, and a couple is embracing in the bottom right corner. In the foreground near a zebra-print sofa, a female Sim has a thought bubble displaying a mouse trap icon.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying the classic Create a Sim interface on a dark blue background. On the left, personality point sliders for Neat, Outgoing, Active, Playful, and Nice are visible. In the center, a blue circular menu allows the selection of head, body, gender, and skin tone. On the right, a female Sim wearing a white tank top and blue track pants is previewed above a customized character biography text box describing her active lifestyle.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a large brick house with both indoor and outdoor entertainment. Inside, two Sims are playing a game on a green pool table in a room with blue carpeting. Outside on a paved patio, two Sims are relaxing in a square wooden hot tub, while another Sim stands nearby at a barbecue grill. A thought bubble featuring a llama icon appears above one of the Sims in the hot tub.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of the Newbie family's kitchen and dining area. Bob Newbie is standing in front of an open green refrigerator, grabbing ingredients to cook a meal. In the adjacent bathroom, Betty Newbie is washing her hands at a white sink. The home features dark patterned floor tiles, green kitchen counters, a light blue dining table, and a boombox resting on a red chair. The classic blue user interface is visible in the bottom left corner.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a home's living area. A male Sim wearing a black shirt and dark green pants is presenting a bright green gift box to a female Sim in a white top and green shorts. The room features hardwood flooring, a hexagonal fish aquarium near a white door, a wooden bookcase, a black leather sofa, and a brick fireplace surrounded by plants.
Screenshot of the original The Sims game displaying an isometric view of a spacious kitchen and dining room. A male Sim in a black shirt and green pants is conversing with a female Sim in a white top and beige pants near the kitchen counters. A third female Sim in a pink outfit is standing next to a green baby bassinet. The room features parquet wood flooring, light blue walls with classic arched windows, a white refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a wooden dining table with patterned chairs.
The official localized Traditional Chinese box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a doctor. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above the Traditional Chinese characters "模擬市民".
The official localized Simplified Chinese box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and an older man looking surprised. In the center are the Simplified Chinese characters "模拟人生" with a stylized red roof above them, serving as the localized logo for the game.
The Sims - Official Cover Art (Thai) Alt text: The official localized Thai box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and an older man looking surprised. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing Thai script.
The official localized Russian box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a doctor. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Russian text "Симулятор людей от создателя SimCity™".
The official localized Brazilian Portuguese box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a doctor. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Portuguese text "O simulador de pessoas do criador de SimCity™".
The official localized Portuguese box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a doctor. In the center is the localized "Os SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Portuguese text "O simulador de pessoas do criador do SimCity™".
The official localized Polish box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a woman holding a toy plane, a doctor, an older man looking surprised, a burglar, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a bride and groom kissing. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Polish text "Symulator ludzi od twórcy SimCity™".
The official localized Dutch box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a woman holding a toy plane, a doctor, an older man looking surprised, a burglar, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a bride and groom kissing. In the center is the localized "De SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Dutch text "De mensensimulator van de maker van SimCity™".
The official localized Korean box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a woman holding a toy plane, a nurse, an older man looking surprised, a burglar, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a bride and groom kissing. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Korean text "심시티 제작자의 사람 시뮬레이터".
The official localized Japanese box cover art for the original The Sims game, known regionally as SimPeople. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a bride and groom kissing, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, a burglar, a police officer, and a doctor. In the center is the localized logo featuring the English text "SimPEOPLE" above the Japanese katakana "シムピープル", placed above a yellow banner containing Japanese text.
The official localized Italian box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a doctor. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Italian text "Il simulatore di persone dal creatore di SimCity™"
The official localized French box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a burglar, a kissing couple, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and an older man looking surprised. In the center is the localized "Les SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the French text "Le jeu de gestion à échelle humaine par le créateur de SimCity™".
The official localized Spanish box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a woman holding a toy plane, a doctor, an older man looking surprised, a burglar, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a bride and groom kissing. In the center is the localized "Los SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the Spanish text "El simulador social del creador de SimCity™".
The official English box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a woman holding a toy plane, a doctor, an older man looking surprised, a burglar, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a bride and groom kissing. In the center is the classic "The SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the English text "The People Simulator from the Creator of SimCity™"
The official localized German box cover art for the original The Sims game. The image is divided into colorful square panels showcasing various Sims in everyday life situations, including a woman holding a toy plane, a doctor, an older man looking surprised, a burglar, a businesswoman with a coffee pot, and a bride and groom kissing. In the center is the localized "Die SIMS" logo placed above a yellow banner containing the German text "Die Personen-Simulation vom Schöpfer von SimCity™".
An image displaying a 3x3 grid featuring eight classic character headshot renders from the original The Sims game against bright blue backgrounds. The center square is solid blue and empty. The characters include a diverse mix of men, women, and a child, showcasing various classic hairstyles and outfits from the base game, such as a bald man with a red goatee, a woman in a blue suit, and a man in a grey suit.
A promotional isometric render for the original The Sims game showcasing a seamless transition from a wireframe blueprint to a fully realized living space. The left side features a dark blue blueprint design with a white wireframe "The Sims" logo and room outline. The right side fades into a fully furnished room complete with a brick fireplace, a zebra-print sofa, a fish tank, and several Sims—including a couple kissing near the doorway and another Sim relaxing on the couch.
A classic promotional render from the original The Sims game displaying a top-down view of two female Sims lying on their backs on a blue, textured carpet. They are looking directly up at the camera. The Sim on the left has short brown hair and wears a light green top, while the Sim on the right has dark hair pulled back and wears a dark reddish-purple top.
A promotional render from the original The Sims game displaying a male Sim relaxing on a curved, black and white zebra-print sofa. He is lying on his back with his hands behind his head, looking up. The Sim has dark hair and is wearing a blue checkered long-sleeve shirt, beige pants, and brown shoes. The sofa is positioned on a light wood floor against a textured red brick wall.
A classic promotional render from the original The Sims game displaying a female Sim sitting on the floor in front of a roaring brick fireplace. She has short auburn hair and is wearing an elegant strapless red dress with matching red shoes. Next to her on the floor sits a green bottle of champagne alongside two tall gold flutes.
A promotional render from the original The Sims game featuring an older male Sim with a receding hairline and white hair against a solid dark blue background. He is wearing a light yellow polo shirt, a silver watch, and beige plaid shorts. He is leaning forward slightly and clapping his hands together with a cheerful, smiling expression.
A promotional render from the original The Sims game featuring a male Sim against a solid dark blue background. He is wearing a classic police officer uniform consisting of a light blue short-sleeve shirt, a black tie, a gold star badge, a black duty belt, and dark blue pants. He has his left hand raised to his forehead, shading his eyes as he looks off into the distance.
A promotional render from the original The Sims game featuring a male Sim with dark, wavy hair against a solid dark blue background. He is wearing a red zip-up jacket with blue accents over blue pants. The jacket features several custom patches, including a shield-shaped patch that reads "SERVICE" on the chest and a shoulder patch that reads "STAFF ONLY." He is standing casually with his hands resting in his pockets.
Female Senator Politician Render Alt text: A promotional render from the original The Sims game featuring an older female Sim against a solid dark blue background. She has short, sleek white hair and is wearing a textured blue suit jacket. She has two political campaign ribbons pinned to her jacket, with the bottom one clearly reading "VOTE SENATOR." She is looking forward with a serious expression and has her right hand raised as if taking an oath of office.
A promotional render from the original The Sims game featuring a female Sim against a solid dark blue background. She has shoulder-length dark hair with subtle auburn highlights and is wearing a light blue suit jacket paired with a striking green gemstone necklace. She is holding a glass coffee pot in her right hand and a white ceramic mug in her left hand, looking thoughtfully off to the side.
A promotional render from the original The Sims game featuring a male Sim with dark hair and slight stubble against a solid dark blue background. He is wearing a light greenish-grey zip-up flight suit or coveralls adorned with several patches on the sleeves and a name tag on the chest. He is standing confidently with his hands resting on his hips
The Sims - Wedding Couple Kiss Render

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Trailers & videos

Trailers & videos

The Sims - The official vintage TV comemrcial▶

The Sims - The official vintage TV comemrcial

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The Sims Casting Call: Alan Video▶

The Sims Casting Call: Alan Video

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The Sims Casting Call:David Video▶

The Sims Casting Call:David Video

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The Sims Casting Call:Dolores Video▶

The Sims Casting Call:Dolores Video

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The Sims - TV commercial #4▶

The Sims - TV commercial #4

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The Sims Casting Call : Maurice Video (Commercial)▶

The Sims Casting Call : Maurice Video (Commercial)

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The Sims Casting call - Pool Party▶

The Sims Casting call - Pool Party

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The Sims Casting Call:Elwood Video▶

The Sims Casting Call:Elwood Video

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The Sims - First official Trailer▶

The Sims - First official Trailer

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System Requirements

Baseline

Minimum

OS
Windows 95/98
Processor
233 MHz Intel Pentium MMX
Memory
32 Mo
Graphics
2 Mo
DirectX
Version 7.0
Storage
175 Mo

Credits

192 credits
Leadership, Production & Design13

Game Designer

Will Wright

Producer

Kana Ryan

Development Directors

Jeff CharvatJim Mackraz

Designers

Claire CurtinRoxy WolosenkoLuc Barthelet

Associate Producers

Chris TrottierTim LeTourneau

Assistant Producers

Melissa Bachman-WoodSean BaityChris Baena

Product Analyst

Michael R. Lawson
Art & Animation12

Art Director

Charles London

Lead Animator

Eric Hedman

Artists

Jami BeckerEric ChinBob KingB.J. West

Additional Artists

Margaret Foley-MauvaisDan GoldmanStefan GustafssonMinds Eye MediaNew Pencil Inc.Ocean Quigley
Engineering7

Simulation Engineer

Jamie Doornbos

Graphics Engineer

Eric Bowman

Engineers

Patrick J. Barrett IIIDon HopkinsDavid OesterTrevor PerrinAlex Zvenigorodsky
Audio, Music & Voice54

Audio System Engineer

Paul Wilkinson

Audio Director

Jerry Martin

Sound Designers

Kent JollyRobi Kauker

Composers

Jerry MartinMarc Russo

Associate Composers

Kirk CaseyKent JollyRobi KaukerJonathan Mitchell

Singers

Frank BinerMarchino BrazilSandy CressmanMolly MastickLaurice McCoy-OzjuwahDan MendozaDave MenikettiGlenn Walters

Musicians

Celso AlbertiMusician — DrumsDarol AngerMusician — ViolinMarchino BrazilMusician — PercussionDix BruceMusician — MandolinSteph BurnsMusician — GuitarJohn R. BurrMusician — PianoKirk CaseyMusician — GuitarMyron DoveMusician — BassMary FettigMusician — Flute & ClarinetArt HiraharaMusician — PianoDan JosephMusician — PianoJerry KudernaMusician — PianoDavid LauserMusician — DrumsGlenn LetschMusician — BassGary LillardMusician — BassJerry MartinMusician — Guitar & SynthesizersKenneth NashMusician — Drums & PercussionJim NunallyMusician — Guitar

Drum Loops Courtesy Of

Spectrasonic's “Burning Grooves”Ilio Entertainment’s “Eurotech”

Music Mix Engineers

Francois LafleurKen MarshallJerry MartinMarc Russo

Vox Producer

Claire Curtin

Voice Talent

Gerri LawlorStephen KearinSean O'Connor

Additional Voice Talent

Laurel McCarl KaprosPaul RausmussenMelissa RobertsElizabeth Knudson Sibley
Quality Assurance & Testing23

Lead Tester

Jamil Dawsari

Assistant Lead Testers

Gabe Gils CarboEtienne Grunenwald

Testers

Andrew BlomquistSyruss FlyteJustin HolstMatt LewisJason MoralesShaun MortonEd O'TeyChad SchnittjerPeter TriceKinh WilliamsDuane GundrumAaron BennionColin ClarkeTerry McElroyRobb ReckDaniel HiattScott Parker

Compatibility & Technology Lab

Michael JungDave KoernerJay Miller
Customer Quality Control7

Customer Quality Control Lead

Micah Pritchard

Customer Quality Control

Tony AlexanderBenjamin CrickJacob FernandezDarryl JenkinsDave KnudsonAndrew Young
Localization7

Localization Manager

Knut Grossman

Localization Testing

Gregory TouilliezAlvaro CorralDirk VojtiloNatasja HagemeierGiulio MarchionniSami Valkama
Marketing, Community & Web10

Online Designer

Michael Perry

Online Producers

Darren FutaMarti Holguin

Online Engineers

Louis EwensFeng Qiu

Web Site Developers

Red Hill Studios

Product Manager

Steve Perkins

Public Relations

Patrick Buechner

Manual Layout

Golden VizComm

Package Design

Soo Hoo Design
Studio Operations1

Administrative Support

Wende Gauthier
Franchise Leadership5

Consulting Producers

Danny BilsonPaul DeMeo

Maxis General Manager

Luc Barthelet

Executives in Charge of Production

Lucy BradshawRob Martyn
Special Thanks53

Special Thanks

Karen AhnChristopher AlexanderJeff BraunDan BrazeltonColin BoswellMichael BremerDaniela CastilloJenna ChalmersMax ChandlerColin CherotEde ClarkeMike CoxMayor Theresa DentonKelly FarrellMichael GauthierJim GasperiniFrank GibeauBing Gordon

SIMusics

The Sims (PC, Mac)
SIMusics playlist

SIMusics

30 tracks linked to this game

ArchiveSearchablePlayable links preserved

Tracks

30 tracks

SIMusics tracks
#GenreGameListen
1Under construction (Cascade bubbler)Jerry Martin—The Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
4:52
2Buying LumberJerry Martin—The Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
5:11
3Since we metJerry MartinBuild modeThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
5:49
4If You Really See EurydiceJerry MartinBuild modeThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:46
5Now What?Jerry MartinBuild modeThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
6:41
6The Simple LifeJerry MartinBuild modeThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
5:52
7Mall RatJerry Martin—The Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
2:48
8Fishin'Dix BruceCountryThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:48
9Devil's dreamDix BruceCountryThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:09
10Goin' down the roadDix BruceCountryThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:01
11Sally Goodin'Dix BruceCountryThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:51
12SplatterJerry MartinCountryThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
4:33
13Cocktails Anyone?Jerry MartinLatinoThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
5:34
14Samba SimJerry MartinLatinoThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:00
15SIMnata #15Wolfgang MozartClassicalThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
4:51
16GroceriesMarc Russo—The Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
2:36
17Elm StreetJerry Martin—The Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
2:54
18Buy 4Jerry Martin—The Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
2:22
19Samba SimJerry MartinLatinoThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
0:42
20SIMnata #12Wolfgang MozartClassicalThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:30
21SIMnata #13Wolfgang MozartClassicalThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
6:16
22DoobadooJerry MartinNeighborhoodLatinoThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
6:33
23BoSIM NovaMarc RussoLatinoThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:42
24SIMnata #4Wolfgang MozartClassicalThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:13
25SIMnata #5Wolfgang MozartClassicalThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
4:12
26NeighborhoodMarc RussoNeighborhoodThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
4:17
27The NeighborhoodJerry MartinNeighborhoodThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
2:12
28Sim NightsKirk CaseyNeighborhoodThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
4:46
29Now EnteringMarc RussoNeighborhoodThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
3:48
30Latin 7Jerry MartinNeighborhoodThe Sims (PC, Mac)No streaming links yet
5:14

Game information

Type
Base Game
First release
3 février 2000
Platforms
Mac, PC
Developer
Maxis
Publisher
Electronic Arts