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451. Open for Business Press Release [Update]

Written on Wednesday 4 January 2006 at 15:51 by ChEeTaH - 0 comments.

Although the title has been known for a while, and the first screenshots have been posted as well, until now there hasn't been an official press release announcing Open for Business yet. Today EA sent out the press release announcing this third expansion pack for the Sims 2 on PC. Senior Producer Tim LeTourneau is quoted in the press release:

"The Sims 2 Open for Business is truly an innovative and fresh addition to the franchise. It allows players to build their own business from the ground up, exploring a whole new economic landscape while pursuing their dreams of commercial success. For years players have been asking for the ability to play with their Sims in a work environment. Now they will be able to do just that, unlocking not only their Sims business potential but their own as well. It's really a whole new way to play the game. Whether you're a clever tinkerer or a master craftsman, your dream store can become a virtual reality as your Sims world becomes open for business!"

The press release mentions several key features, like the possibilities to open up various shops, " from trendy clothing boutique to blooming floral shop, a bustling restaurant perhaps, or become a mogul with an original business of your own design." Your Sims will need to create and craft items to sell, and you can dress up your employees in wacky outfits to entertain customers. The expansion will be rated "T" for Teen by ESRB, just like the other Sims games. For more details, check out the full press release.

[Update 18:00] The European version of the press release is out now too. In that version the PEGI rating of 12+ is mentioned. That means the rating will, as expected, be the same as for the other expansion packs.

452. International Outfits

Written on Wednesday 4 January 2006 at 15:44 by ChEeTaH - 0 comments.

The official site has put three downloads in the spotlight again. This time these are three fan-made Sims: "African Dawn" by TracyMare from South Africa, "Øst- Telemark Raudtrøyebunad" by MissChrizty from Norway, and finally an outfit from Thailand by Srikwan01 called "Traditional Thai Luxurious Blue Dress". All files are now available from the official exchange and through the new intro splash at the frontpage. You need to have your copy of the Sims 2 registered to see that intro and to download the sims.

453. The News of 2005

Written on Saturday 31 December 2005 at 18:22 by ChEeTaH - 0 comments.

It's the end of the year, and this is almost newspost number 2500. Time for an overview of what happened in the Sims world in the past year. From Hot Coffee to stamps, we've dug through our news archives and picked the top 3 of news topics for every month of this year. If you'd like to know what was big this year, or do you just want to look back at another year of the Sims? Then read the 2005 News Overview. Want to read more? We've still got our News Archive with all items of the past four years in it. So enjoy the read, and have a good new year!

454. Merry Christmas!

Written on Saturday 24 December 2005 at 13:53 by ChEeTaH - 2 comments.

With the festivities being just a day away, it's time for us to wish you all a merry Christmas. Don't forget your Sims, and go to our Files section to surprise them with some gifts or clothes - or of course some of the downloads that were made for you in previous years. Have a good time with your family and friends, and enjoy yourself. We'll be back after Christmas, but you can keep visiting us whenever you like, for downloads and more.

455. The Sims on a Stamp

Written on Saturday 24 December 2005 at 13:28 by ChEeTaH - 0 comments.

The french postal service, La Poste, has recently launched a "Heroes of Videogames" collection of stamps. One of the 10 stamps in the collection is of the Sims. The game is so popular in France, that in the top 10 of most popular entertainment products it's ranked on the eighth place, right behind the novel "The Da Vinci Code." The collection is sold for € 2.65 ($3.09) at the french post offices, or their website. The collection is limited to 3 Million units.

456. New HolidayCast

Written on Saturday 24 December 2005 at 13:20 by ChEeTaH - 0 comments.

Just like with Thanksgiving, Maxis has created a podcast from one of the stories on the exchange. This time dlg1012 is responsible for the story "Grandma got electrocuted by our Reindeer." One of the Maxoids narrates the story, without a special guest now. Go on and listen to the podcast if you want to know how Grandma got electrocuted.

457. TS2 PSP Delayed for Europe

Written on Thursday 22 December 2005 at 02:36 by ChEeTaH - 5 comments.

The PSP version of the Sims 2 is out in North America and Australia already, and Europe would get it this week. Just before that release though, EA Europe has moved the release of the game to next year. Rather than the game arriving on the shelves this week, you'll now have to wait until 13 January 2006 if you're out to get The Sims 2 on your PSP in Europe. This has been officially confirmed for at least the UK and Germany, but the new date most likely counts for the entire region covered by EA Europe. This should be the final release date for the game, but in case it changes again we'll let you know as soon as possible.

458. Possible Open for Business Release Date

Written on Wednesday 21 December 2005 at 17:41 by ChEeTaH - 1 comment.

Our affiliate SimsZone has reported that besides the German name and pack shot, there's also a release date. This date was put on the release date list of EA Germany - there is no release date for other territories yet, and this one can still change. So far the game is expected in Europe on 2 March 2006. North America can expect the game in the same week, so sometime between 27 February to 3 March next year. Of course we'll let you know if this changes or gets confirmed.

459. Last Giveaway: Mistletoe

Written on Wednesday 21 December 2005 at 17:37 by ChEeTaH - 0 comments.

The Holiday Giveaway that went on for over 5 weeks on the official site, is over. Yesterday Maxis posted the final download, a Mistletoe. Let your Sims stand under it, and they'll have to kiss. You can download the 1.37 Mb object from this page on the exchange. For an overview of all other downloads that Maxis gave the past couple of weeks, go to the Holiday Giveaway page. The Mistletoe will probably be added to that page soon enough as well.

460. Open for Business Artworks

Written on Monday 19 December 2005 at 01:52 by ChEeTaH - 1 comment.

Slowly but surely the marketing machine around the third expansion pack for the Sims 2 is starting to run. That means there are more and more graphics and such to see. This time it's time for the official Italian site to bring in 5 new artworks for Open for Business. Fansite SnootySims found them, and now they're here as well. Click the thumbnails below to see large versions of the artworks.