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The Sims: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

The Sims (2000): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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The Sims (2000) is a simulator video game developed by Maxis, available on Linux, PC, Mac. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 82/100 on IGDB.

What is The Sims about?

The Sims is a life-building simulation with emphasis on intimate details of individual characters rather than expansion of an entire society or civilization. You are in control of nearly every aspect of the lives of the individuals who make up your chosen population in the neighborhood. Characters are developed from the ground up and you infuse and mold them with personalities, looks, desires, moods, urges, living arrangements, career and personal choices, life styles, and reactions.

Key details

The Sims was released in 2000 and supports single player. Platforms: Linux, PC, Mac. Developer: Maxis.

Should you play The Sims?

A solid 82/100 aggregate score makes The Sims a safe pick for fans of simulator.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is The Sims?

The Sims is a simulator game by Maxis, released in 2000.

What platforms is The Sims on?

The Sims is available on Linux, PC, Mac.

Is The Sims good?

The Sims has an aggregate score of 82/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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