The Sims 2000

Released: February 4, 2000
Genre: Simulator
Platforms: Linux · PC · Mac
Developer: Maxis
More info: Wikipedia IGDB

Where to buy

Digital: Steam Epic Games Xbox
In a collection: The Sims 25th Birthday Bundle

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Is it still worth playing?

Designed by Will Wright, this 2000 social simulation has you create people called Sims, build and furnish their homes and look after their needs, relationships, careers and money. There is no fixed way to win and it can go on indefinitely, which is why it has been described as more like a toy than a traditional game. Sims react to their needs, objects and each other, and with free will on they act by themselves, though you usually direct them. Guests, invited or not, can drop in on their lot. Without a goal to reach, it is still open to whatever household you set up today.