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Nintendo DS · Simulation
The Sims 2
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | The Sims |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2005, The Sims 2 is a simulation game developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Super Mario 64 DS.
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: Apartment Pets. The series also appears on other systems with The Sims 2 (GBA) and The Sims 2: Pets (GBA). Maxis also made Spore Hero Arena and Spore Creature Keeper for the DS.
The Sims 2 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
What playing The Sims 2 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 cheats & codes
42 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Max Simoleons/Money | 02169EC4
000F423F |
|---|---|
| Max Sanity While Wandering Around v1 | 021690C8
00064000 |
| Max Fuel Rods | 22166F88
00000063 |
| Max License Plates | 22166F89
00000063 |
| Max Strange Gourds | 22166F8A
00000063 |
| Max Alien Ship Parts | 22166F8B
00000063 |
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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.
The Sims 2 FAQ
When did The Sims 2 come out on the DS?
The Sims 2 was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005.
Who made The Sims 2?
It was developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts.
Is The Sims 2 multiplayer?
Yes. The Sims 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Sims 2 take to play?
As a simulation game, The Sims 2 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 The Sims 2 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.