Sims 2 Pets

You play this game just like the other Sims games. You control the people that you choose 2 create in your family. You create your pets, but you can't control them. I bought the game thinking that I would be able 2 play the game as a dog or a cat, but then I discovered that I could only play as people.

The game is just as entertaining as the other Sims games. The main difference is that you not only have goals 4 your people, but 4 pets too (lean tricks, potty training, etc.).

I really enjoyed this game, & got pretty far into it UNTIL IT STOPPED SAVING. It is not the memory card's fault, as every other game we have saves just fine on the memory card. I was so disappointed--what's the point of playing if you can't save?

This game quickly lost its appeal with my kids after the second week. The number one reason?? IT'S BORING! The PC game is much more entertaining & the cheats at least make it interesting.

With this game, you get 2 create your pets & people & then you get 2 move them in & either build from scratch or have them move into a pre-made home & buy them the stuff they need 2 survive.

Then the repetition begins. In order 2 survive you need the basic necessities. A bathroom, kitchen, bedroom & entertainment. In order 2 get those things you'll need a job so it's, go 2 work--come home--cook, bathroom, entertain, bed. Got 2 work--come home--cook, bathroom, entertain, bed. Go 2 work--come home--cook, bathroom, entertain, bed. Go 2 work-- See the pattern?!? Now if you or your kids are into building & getting cool stuff 4 your place this isn't the game 4 you, unless you enjoy the occasional moment where your character or pet passes out & has 2 be revived because you aren't following my above monotony 2 get money 2 feed everyone---because that is all you'll be able 2 afford even working everyday.

The Sims in this game lose their hunger/fun/social/etc. points way 2 fast & you are always playing catch up 2 keep them happy so they go 2 work.

The graphics are nice & you can train your pet. The movement of the sims is also nice & you can really get up close & personal with them but sometimes that intimicy is a bit awkward & walls/furniture/pets get in the way. Multiple exits are a must because a sleeping or passed out pet in a doorway means no escape 4 the sim in the room.

Social opportunities abound when you go 2 the community lot but you don't spend simoleons--you'll need pet points, which you earn when you teach your pet new tricks (which is close 2 be impossible because of the monotony you'll need 2 do 2 keep your sim happy & fed). There is also the occasional rainstorm & if you don't buy a roof you get rained on while sleeping, lol.

Overall my kids enjoyed finding all the new things in this game you don't find on the PC version. They also had fun with all the passing out & reviving. Oh, & a sim who needs the restroom has a hilarious run that they really enjoyed. Other than that there was nothing else entertaining about it & it's function now is 2 collect dust.

The CD was new & most of the game play worked, but I wasn't able 2 add any wall coverings or the game would freeze, I hope others don't have the same issue.

HAD IT ONLY A FEW WEEKS, AND IT FREEZES UP ALREADY. NO, IT IS NOT THE GAMECUBE BECAUSE THEY PLAY OTHER GAMES ON IT AS WELL. I DO NOT LIKE IT AT ALL, AND MY 7 YR OLD IS BEGINNING TO BECOME DISPLEASED WITH IT AS WELL BECAUSE OF IT FREEZING UP. THUMBS DOWN ON SIMS 2 PETS.:(

In Sims 2: Pets, you'll create the perfect pet 4 your Sims 2 train, play with, & love throughout a lifetime. Choose from dozens of popular dog & cat breeds like Schnauzer & Siamese, or create a unique cat or dog by modifying their features & body type. Teach the pets tricks, take them 4 a romp in the park 2 meet other furry friends, or buy them toys, beds, & much more. But pets have minds of their own-so expect the unexpected! Upload your favorite Sim pets 2 TheSims2.com 2 share with other players