The Sims: Bustin' Out - info

That's right! After the recent screens from The Sims: Bustin' Out, EA finally gave out some information about the title.

That's right! After the recent screens from The Sims: Bustin' Out, EA finally gave out some information about the title.

First of all, the rumours about Maxis not developing the GBA version were untrue. Down in Walnut Creek, Maxis is working on the version together with another developer.

For the first time, players will be able to experience the unpreddictable world of The Sims. You'll take control of your Sim (not plural) and explore the exclusive locations with it, working your way from rags to riches.

Just like in the original (PC) versions, the GBA players will be able to create their very own Sim, with a unique appearance and personality. This personality will affect the need for the player to satisfy the traditional eight core Sim motives including bladder, comfort, hygiene, and of course hunger.

"Sims fans can now take their Sims anywhere with The Sims Bustin' Out on Game Boy Advance," said Sinjin Bain, Vice President and Executive Producer of the game at EA's Maxis studio. "Whenever we bring The Sims to a new platform, we redesign the gameplay to create exciting and innovative ways to experience The Sims. Players will enjoy classic Game Boy Advance gameplay with the signature offbeat humor of the Sims."

Players begin living in a Barn and earn their way through locations in SimValley to eventually live in the coolest cribs, such as a swanky Mansion on the hill.Players will be able to unlock over 20 locations such as the Biker Juice Bar and the Ultimate Dance Club on their way to success.There are eight new career paths for players to pursue including Cliff Diving Instructor to Iron Pizza Chef.If players want to get through adventures with speed, they will be able to unlock a scooter to race around SimValley.Players will meet and play with a wild cast of over 30 new characters exclusive to the Game Boy Advance such as Salty Sam and Bucky the Bull Rider.Players also can go to the pet shelter and adopt a dog or cat to keep them company.New to the Sims is a close-up social interaction screen that will allow players to have conversations with other Sims and establish friendships that will help them advance through levels and complete goals.

Unlike previous The Sims games, players will not purchase items from a catalog. Players will now collect over 150 Game Boy Advance exclusive objects such as a Punching Bag, Fishing Rod, and Boom Box. Players obtain objects by attending once-a-day auctions, going directly to stores, or by trading with other characters. Players may trade rare objects with other players by joining in each other's once-a-day auctions if connected to another Game Boy Advance with The Sims Bustin' Out.

The Sims Bustin' Out Game Boy Advance version will support connectivity with The Sims Bustin' Out Nintendo GameCube version. When connected, Game Boy Advance players will unlock a special hidden level for the Game Boy Advance and Nintendo GameCube players will unlock a hidden game cabinet that will give their Sims access to mini-games that they can play on their Game Boy Advance to earn extra Simoleons. Players will also be able to download and play their Nintendo GameCube Sim in the Game Boy Advance world and obtain Simoleons, motives, and skills to bring back with them to the Nintendo GameCube version, enabling players to take their Nintendo GameCube Sim with them anywhere.

The Sims: Bustin' Out is scheduled for a simultaneous release with the GameCube version in December 2003.

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