Ok, when I first read about this new expansion pack for Sims 2, I wasn't terribly impressed. Moreover, I couldn't wrap my mind around how I would work it into MY game, as in the way I like to play the Sims. So I thought, eh, I'll probably pass on this expansion pack.
Well, a couple of things have happened recently that have made me change my mind. First of all, I started reading tons of articles and seeing all of these great screen shots and videos (try the cinematic trailer on the left if you are interested) to see what the game included and how it would work (for example, you can run businesses like toy shops, bakeries, floral designs, hair stylists, night clubs...), and if you want, you can run businesses from your home or on a seperate community lot.
Ok, this all sounds good, but there is already a career element to the game, how would they fit together?
Well, I am now in my 2nd generation of Sims. These sims were able to go to University, and were able to start earning skills when they were toddlers. As a result, they were able to higher into their jobs at level 5 or higher (out of 10). I have two 2nd generation sims who have already met their life time wants and will now be permanently platinum in their life aspiration meter. (This is a good thing!!!) And these tweo sims are pretty young...what to do with these guys now? Their lives need meaning nd purpose...they still need to meet goals, but career and money are no longer an issue...
Well, along comes this new expansion, and now my Simmies have something new and exciting to do with their lives....run a business! And there are so many different types of businesses to choose from, I can have each sim family start a different kind of business and not have to repeat for a few generations! In addition, I can hire Sims from other families to work in these businesses.
Sigh. Leave it the the Sims people... I am now anxiously awaiting the release of this new expansion pack!!!
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