Nintendo DS · Simulation
The Sims 2: Apartment Pets
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2008 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | The Sims |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2008, The Sims 2: Apartment Pets is a simulation game developed by Electronic Arts.
It landed about 4 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2008 include Pokémon Platinum, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. Among the 89 DS simulation games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the The Sims series; on the DS you can also try The Sims 3, The Sims 2 and The Sims 2: Pets. The series also appears on other systems with The Sims 2 (GBA) and The Sims 2: Pets (GBA). Electronic Arts also made SimCity DS, SimAnimals and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire for the DS.
The Sims 2: Apartment Pets is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 The Sims 2: Apartment Pets 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.
The Sims 2: Apartment Pets cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Max/Infinite Money | 0225C300
0098967F |
|---|---|
| Max Hunger/Hygiene/Conversation/Sleep | 2225C1F6
00000096
2225C206
00000096
2225C216
00000096
2225C226
00000096 |
The Sims 2: Apartment Pets walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
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The Sims 2: Apartment Pets FAQ
When did The Sims 2: Apartment Pets come out on the DS?
The Sims 2: Apartment Pets was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.
Who made The Sims 2: Apartment Pets?
It was developed by Electronic Arts.
Is The Sims 2: Apartment Pets multiplayer?
No. The Sims 2: Apartment Pets is a single-player game.
How long does The Sims 2: Apartment Pets take to play?
As a simulation game, The Sims 2: Apartment Pets typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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