Nintendo DS · Simulation
SimAnimals
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
SimAnimals is a simulation game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Electronic Arts.
Among the 89 DS simulation games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Electronic Arts also made SimCity DS, The Sims 2: Apartment Pets and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire for the DS.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing SimAnimals is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
SimAnimals cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Save/Reload to Max Out all Trust | 02009928
E3A00064 |
|---|---|
| Happy Bar Maxed Out | 6208E3F8
00000000
B208E3F8
00000000
00000208
00000064
D2000000
00000000 |
SimAnimals walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
SimAnimals FAQ
Who made SimAnimals?
It was developed by Electronic Arts.
Is SimAnimals multiplayer?
No. SimAnimals is a single-player game.
How long does SimAnimals take to play?
As a simulation game, SimAnimals typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about SimAnimals on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.