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7.2 out of 10

My Sims

 

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  • User Score (288)
    7.8 7.8 from 288 reviewers
  • Expert Score (67)
    6.8 6.8 from 67 reviewers
  • Value for money (5)
    6.7 6.7 from 5 reviewers
  • Sound quality (9)
    7.8 7.8 from 9 reviewers
  • Gameplay (38)
    6.9 6.9 from 38 reviewers
  • Graphics (41)
    6.9 6.9 from 41 reviewers
  • Sound (22)
    6.9 6.9 from 22 reviewers
  • Storyline (2)
    7.0 7.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Control (7)
    8.1 8.1 from 7 reviewers
  • Addiction (2)
    6.4 6.4 from 2 reviewers
  • Lifespan (9)
    6.3 6.3 from 9 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

Experts:
9-10
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7-8
(36)
5-6
(28)
3-4
(0)
1-2
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Users:
9-10
(98)
7-8
(103)
5-6
(46)
3-4
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1-2
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Console Obsession

    7.0/10
    29 May 2010

    With its chunky and colourful visuals, this Nintendo exclusive version of The Sims is obviously aimed at a younger audience. The game sends a message that life is cheerful and colourful, well that’s all a lie, as it’s... Read more

  2. Fragland

    7.0/10
    27 October 2007

    The game is very simply said not a "The Sims, Animal Crossing, Harvest Moon" hybrid dream but regrettably a (too) fast finished, very streamlined, very simplified version of the Sims, where you can grow and hug ghosts. Read more

    • Cute!, Simple Controls, Seeing a near-dead town come to life trough your actions, Good concept...
    • Bad execution, Loading Times, Barely any Depth, Needed more time
  3. WorthPlaying

    WorthPlaying
    5.8/10
    5 May 2008

    MySims, designed especially for the Wii and NDS, introduces a charming cast of whimsical characters while delivering the creativity, customization and classic open-ended gameplay. Read more

  4. Hooked Gamers

    Hooked Gamers
    5.0/10
    25 March 2008

    My initially cheery mood disappeared soon after I started playing. I wish I could say that the game had some other redeeming factors but it would be easier to fill a page with some more bad qualities than it would be with... Read more

  5. Cheat Code Central

    Cheat Code Central
    7.4/10
    21 March 2008

    If you own a Wii, Animal Crossing (though similar) may be a better option, as it's more in-depth and entertaining, less focused on the "LEGO" factor and more on collecting things, learning about fish, insects, and dinosaurs, Read more

  6. xbox360.gamespy.com

    7.0/10
    28 September 2007

    This unusual take on The Sims is actually pretty fun. Read more

    • Deep and engaging building system; simple menus and precise controls.
    • Bad frame rate and long loading times make the whole experience less enjoyable.
  7. The Armchair Empire

    The Armchair Empire
    13 November 2007

    naughty aspects of The Sims, like whoopee-making encounters. There’s still a socialization facet that drives relationships and helps raise your humble town to a five-star locale everybody wants to live in. Read more

  8. Evergeek

    Evergeek
    5.0/10
    1 November 2007

    It probably took about five minutes for someone at EA to decide to put The Sims, one of the best selling PC franchises of all time, on the Wii, the hottest selling new console on the market today. Read more

  9. TheStar.com

    TheStar.com
    5.0/10
    1 November 2007

    It probably took about five minutes for someone at EA to decide to put The Sims, one of the best selling PC franchises of all time, on the Wii, the hottest selling new console on the market today. Read more

  10. Vooks

    5.0/10
    31 October 2007

    When the time came to review MySims, I thought hard about whether or not to discuss the game with comparisons to already released titles. It’s a topic of considerable debate in the gaming community. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Why the "dark" tone?

    Amazon
    2.0/10
    Reviewer: PhunReader, Amazon
    30 April 2010 See Product at Amazon ($16.50)

    This is a well designed game that seems designed for young children. My six year old granddaughter enjoys it, BUT comments on the "ugliness". Why did they feel the need to inject the sinister mood at so many points? Read more or see product

  2. It's a cute game, especially for kids

    6.0/10
    Reviewer: confuscius21, epinions.com
    5 days ago

    So I purchased this game because I am deployed in Iraq and needed a game to help pass the time (don' Read more

    • Cute game for kids, good Sims interaction
    • load time, kind of lame for adults
  3. "Cute and fun for kids!!"

    CNET
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: LisaV00, CNET
    8 October 2010

    I really like this game! I think it's adorable and my niece really loves it. I don't think it's really aimed towards adults but it's so cute and it's actually fun to play. Read more

    • creating/designing your own buildings and furniture, prospecting for essences is fun
    • a bit slow when it comes to loading
  4. Create Your Own Town...And Everything In It!

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: MrBrightside1987, Ciao
    9 August 2011

    MySims MySims is a new type of game in The Sims series that has been successful for many years. MySims is a lot different in many ways though. Read more

    • Create your own town, the game is very simple and very fun to play!
    • The graphics aren't the best and creating bits gets annoying later on in the game!
  5. It's a cute game, especially for kids

    epinions.com
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: confuscius21, epinions.com
    7 March 2008

    So I purchased this game because I am deployed in Iraq and needed a game to help pass the time (don' Read more

    • Cute game for kids, good Sims interaction
    • load time, kind of lame for adults
  6. Video game reviews: MySims (Wii)

    Helium
    Reviewer: Sora Jhannoa, Helium
    27 January 2008

    MySims is enjoyable and easy to play. The objectives are not too hard and allow the player to be as creative as they wish. The characters are interesting and amusing, the ability to customise everything is particularly... Read more

  7. A good simple game.

    	 Dooyoo
    Reviewer: masonsmum, Dooyoo
    3 February 2008

    My Sims is a very good simple game with lots of little quirks, i enjoyed it very much. Read more

    • Lots of new items and blueprints to design with, plus harder levels.
    • A slow load time and a little young minded.
  8. great

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: funkym0nkey, Newegg
    19 January 2009

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    • not as many games out there for older girls 10 and up my kids love it and id have to say its better than the other sims games by far that we played on ps2 and ps3. has more options and its easy to play. highly reccommended...
    • nada
  9. "Mt Sims (wii)"

    4.0/10
    Reviewer: Wii Game Review
    21 October 2008

    MySims (Wii) Very easy game to play. The characters are cartoon type. Takes a while to load between each level. When you have completed the game, the next time is can be different if you move in different characters. Read more

  10. My Sims Is SO Cool!!

    PriceGrabber
    10/10
    Reviewer: jennyfar_4eva, PriceGrabber
    7 March 2008

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  • WikiFreak Description

The My Sims is a video game of the Wii-format that is a product of EA (Electronic Arts) Games. It is based on the popular simulation game “The Sims”. This Wii life simulation video game can only be played using the single-player mode of game.

As a Sims character in the game My Sims, the mission of the player is to resurrect a decrepit abandoned town by luring back residents and businesses into this run-down neighborhood. The player needs to increase the town’s population little by little until the enti…

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The My Sims is a video game of the Wii-format that is a product of EA (Electronic Arts) Games. It is based on the popular simulation game “The Sims”. This Wii life simulation video game can only be played using the single-player mode of game.

As a Sims character in the game My Sims, the mission of the player is to resurrect a decrepit abandoned town by luring back residents and businesses into this run-down neighborhood. The player needs to increase the town’s population little by little until the entire town looks progressive and occupied again. The player needs to rely on Nunchuck controls to do direct-movement game play in the Wii-format version. The Wii Remote is reserved for object movement and building only. Those used to earlier Sims video games may remark that the My Sims characters look like Japanese anime characters and not like the earlier Sims characters in other titles.

Review Summary

MySims is a fun game mostly for youngsters. The story of MySims is that you come across a vacant abandoned town that needs to be rebuilt. The town’s Mayor helps you build your house and a workshop and then you are free to do what you want. You can discuss with random people, build things in your workshop, and even build houses for new residents. Together with building houses you’ll be doing interior designing items like chairs, beds, ovens, etc. Whenever somebody moves in you build them a house, ask them what they want to be built, and then go build it in your workshop. Building things in your workshop will keep the fun going. Though it is simple, the visuals are good. The game is sunny with a playful mood. The cartoons presentation in the game stand for the silly and weird happenings in and make The Sims seem more reasonable. Gender is not important. You don’t have to choose your sim’s sex, and you can freely mix male and female hairstyles, eyes, mouths, and outfits. Construction is simple, based on a diverse collection of boxes and bric-a-brac that you can drag about using the Wii Remote. When you pick up a piece of flair for your structure, blue dots will appear to show where you can actually place them. There are several different-themed sets of building blocks that you can choose from and you will also earn blueprints for more ornate furniture. MySims is a weird but fun game.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Take to the sky to lead the resistance against Morcubus and his drone army and to stop his plans to take over the skyways. MySims SkyHeroes is an all new adventure that brings the thrill and high speed action of flying to the creative, immersive world of MySims.

Specifications

  • Alternative names
    MySims SkyHeroes

Release Date

  • First seen
    13 September 2007

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Questions asked: 10 Answers: 22

Previous questions about this product

  • I need more empty lots and have no more in desert or forest.

    Answered by laurab 2010-07-24:

    you cannot get any more lots once you have filled them! if you want to move in a new sim you have to kick a old one out. to kick a sim out got up to the post box and it will give u the option to 'relocate, redesign and kick out' hope this helps

  • How do I make the MySims speak in English?

    Answered by carlybug7 2010-01-29:

    how do i make my sims speak

    Answered by WexfordLass 2010-02-01:

    They speak Sim not

    Answered by laurab 2010-07-24:

    you cant they speak a 'sim' language that is traslated into english for

  • Where do you find the sunflowers?

    Where do you find the sunflowers?

    Answered by WexfordLass 2010-02-01:

    Sunflowers grow in the desert, which you must find and

    Answered by laurab 2010-07-24:

    they grow on the first green patch in the desert you need to unlock the desert

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