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EA's Official E3 Lineup [Update]
EA has announced its official line-up for the E3 next week. Between games like Battlefield 2, BLACK, Burnout Revenge, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Medal of Honor European Assault, The Godfather and many others, there's The Sims 2 Nightlife, The Sims 2 for consoles, handhelds and mobiles, and Wright's new project Spore. The latter project will be shown only behind closed doors, by appointment only. The "Next Gen Lab", where EA will show off its games for the next generation consoles is open by invitation only. The press release doesn't come with any information regarding Spore, though it does for Nightlife and The Sims 2. Read on for its descriptions from the full press release.

[Update 13 May, 1:30] EA has launched a new small site for the E3, with some information about the products. The Mobility and Next Gen sections are not yet available, but there is a little bit of info about Nightlife. Spore isn't mentioned. It's likely this site will be updated during the days of the E3. See the E3 site for details.

"The Sims 2 - The No. 1 PC game of 2004 is coming this fall completely redefined for all consoles and handheld systems. Directly control your Sims through all of the fully customizable locations unique per platform and create thousands of your own food recipes, clothing designs, potions, inventions, and even personal music tracks and paintings. All games will deliver the classic, open-ended gameplay along with exclusive features per platform. Aspirational driven gameplay and fully customizable content will give players the most authentic Sims experiences ever on console and handhelds. Tell your own stories and directly control your Sims lives to build their worlds, excel in their careers, and fulfill their wants while avoiding their worst fears. Aspirations are the fuel for inspiration - The Sims 2 is everywhere you want to play and will be available this fall for the PlayStation 2 console, Xbox, Nintendo GameCube, PSP handheld, Nintendo DS, and Game Boy Advance."

"The Sims 2 (Mobile) - Take your Sims with you everywhere! The ultimate gaming experience from the #1 PC game of 2004 comes to mobile phones. Download your Sims from the PC version of The Sims 2, create new Sims by accessing The Sims 2 Create-A-Sim via your mobile phone, or choose from an array of pre-set Sims. The Sims 2 for mobile lets you take control of your Sims and direct them to fulfill their life aspirations. Explore and customize locations, trade objects, and socialize with other mobile players in-game or by sending them SMS messages. Satisfy your craving for The Sims in single-player or multiplayer - anywhere, anytime! The Sims 2 for mobile phones will be available in fall 2005."

"The Sims 2 Nightlife (PC) - The Sims 2 swept the world in September 2004 by becoming the fastest selling PC game of all time with sales already over 4.5M units worldwide to date. As the second expansion pack to this record breaking title, The Sims 2 Nightlife will allow players to send their Sims out for an epic night at all the new downtown hotspots. Players can either head out for a romantic evening or have a crazy night with their friends for an ultimate night to remember. The Sims 2 Nightlife introduces an all new pleasure aspiration where players focus on a life filled with fun including unforgettable dates, endless nights of dancing, fine dining and more. Play the dating game with the new attraction system and see if your Sims have the chemistry they need to improve their love lives. New interactions including romantic slow dances, playful footsies, longing gazes, and irresistible dip kisses, help you see if that special Sim is right for your Sim. More than 125 new objects including a DJ booth, poker table, retro-chic bowling alley, photo booth, Karaoke Machine and more are included. The Sims 2 Nightlife will be available fall 2005 for the PC."


Written at 15:24 on Wednesday, 11 May 2005 by ChEeTaH.


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