The countdown to our 10th Anniversary has begun! To help you get in the spirit, we've put together some special promotions and free stuff over the next couple of days. Be sure to check back daily to see the surprises revealed!
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We're celebrating The Sims 10th Anniversary. Join us on The Sims 2 forums or The Sims 2 Twitter Friday Feb 5 for your chance to receive The Sims goodies!
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The Sims 3 High-End Loft Stuff has shipped! Pick up your copy today.
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The countdown to our 10th Anniversary has begun! To help you get in the spirit, we?ve put together some special promotions and free stuff for The Sims 3 over the next couple of days.
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Give your Sims the ultimate modern loft lifestyle!
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We've released new screen shots for High-End Loft Stuff.
:: View Screenshots here

Hot Topic stores are doing a limited run of The Sims 3 themed shirts starting today!
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Wired's Game Life has named The Sims one of the 'Best of the Decade'.
:: See what they had to say

Wishing our community happiness and much SIM'ing in 2010! May your Plumbob be platinum!

Create and share new and unique worlds with The Sims 3 Create a World Tool - Beta.
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Get your Sims' into the Holiday spirit with these FREE Happy Holiday Presents for The Sims 3!
:: Download now

10 reasons why The Sims 3 makes a great gift for the holiday season.
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Head over to our YouTube channel and check out our favorite machinima made with The Sims 2 and The Sims 3 by top artists!
:: Watch our favorites

Evan Taubenfeld is one of the artists featured singing Simlish in The Sims 3 World Adventures. Be randomly selected to receive cool stuff signed by Evan!
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Celebrate the holidays with your loved ones by cooking up some of the community's favorite dishes from The Sims 2's Harvest Recipe Cook Book!
:: Start cooking!

In every Sims' heart lies a passion...
:: Love's epic journey continues

The Sims 3 World Adventures is in stores now. Let the adventure begin!
:: Order now

Get a first look at Champs Les Sims, France, the third and final location in The Sims 3 World Adventures, launching November 17th!
:: Watch the video

There's More to Your Adventure Than Tombs, Catacombs and Caves!
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International music sensation Nelly Furtado joined forces with The Sims 3 World Adventures to record her new single "Manos al Aire" in Simlish!
:: Watch the video

Grab Your Chopsticks, Jump on Your Scooter and Adventure Your Way Through Ancient Tombs in The Sims 3 World Adventures on November 17, 2009.
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Hey iphone/ipod touch Simmers... now you can make your Sim a Vampire!
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Create and share unique new worlds for your Sims with The Sims 3 Create a World Tool ? BETA.
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Head over to our Facebook discussion thread and participate in any of the three Spore Hero mini games!
:: More details

Learn nectar making, explore photography in France, and see new screenshots!
:: To Champs Les Sims!

SimAnimals Africa NOW IN STORES - Tame African Animals, Discover Their Secrets, & Control The Wild Kingdom.
:: Discover More!

Check out the exclusive extra game content in The Sims 3 World Adventures and new screenshots!
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Leann Rimes, Fefe Dobson, Natalie Portman's Shaved Head and more each sing a tune in Simlish for EA's The Sims 3 World Adventures.
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Immerse your Sim into the life of an ambitious entrepreneur!
:: Watch the Video

For the first time ever, Sims can now spar and master Martial Arts when they travel to Shang Simla, China in The Sims 3 World Adventures!
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A Perfect Promotion for The Sims 3 Store Shoppers! Purchase another SimPoint bundle and get a FREE hot item!
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Check out the first reveal of Shang Simla, China, the second location in The Sims 3 World Adventures with screenshots and a gameplay trailer!
:: See screenshots and trailer

Share your funniest captions for our World Adventures screenshots on our Facebook page!
:: Share your caption

Create a Spore creature in Spore's Creature Creator 2D!
:: Start creating

Check out all-new SimAnimals Africa producer blogs and screenshots for both Wii and the Nintendo DS!
:: Check out the site!

The Sims 3 World Adventures allows you to create your own tombs and share them with your friends!
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Beware of Mummies in The Sims 3 World Adventures! Check out new World Adventures info and screenshots.
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The Sims 2 University Life Collection is now available. Pick up your copy today!
:: Order today

We're happy to reveal the box art for The Sims 3 World Adventure and two new screenshots. The Sims 3 World Adventuresexpansion pack will ship on November 17, 2009 for the PC and MAC.
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Want some awesome The Sims 2 swag? You could be randomly picked to receive fun TS2 goody packages!
:: Read the details

Check out the trailer for The Sims 3 World Adventures!
:: Watch the trailer

Check out the latest screens from this upcoming game!
:: Check them out

Take your Sims back to school in the hottest fashions and be the talk of the hallways! Download JCP Teen inspired outfits for your Sims today!
:: Learn more

Vampires and Werewolves was the clear winner in the poll. Thank you to those who voted from over 100 countries! Look for the theme pack to be available for your iPhone/iPod touch game later this holiday season.

Check out our interview with one of the top The Sims 2 machinima artists: BadBoy1115
:: Read the interview

The first expansion pack for The Sims 3 has been announced! THE ADVENTURE IS NEAR...
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MySims are now on Facebook! Check it out for updates, screenshots, and more!
:: Become a fan

Latest update for 1.3 for The Sims 3 is now available through your game's Launcher.
:: See list of changes

Later this year EA Mobile will be releasing theme packs for The Sims 3 on iPhone/iPod touch. Vote for the next theme pack in this poll!
:: Take the survey

Check out SimGuruLyndsay's blog: "A little info on Story Progression"
:: Read the blog

Patch to fix the "Error Code 5" issue is now available.
:: Download the patch here

Have you ever envied your own Sim before? It's the last day of the giveaway, join us in our thread "Have you ever envied your Sim?" for a chance to receive a copy of Spore Galactic Adventures.
:: Post Here

For a chance to receive a copy of Spore & Spore Galactic Adventures Expansion Pack, join us in our thread "Your First Sim on The Sims 3" on The Sims 3 site.
:: Post Here

Send your Sims to college in style with The Sims™ 2 University Life Collection and expand your Sims lives with three popular titles!
:: Learn More

Tame African Animals, Discover Their Secrets, & Control The Wild Kingdom!
:: Check out this new game

Check out this terrifying trailer from The Sims 3 on our Official Youtube Channel.
:: Watch the Video

To celebrate the release of Spore's Expansion Pack, Spore Galactic Adventures, we wanted to give you guys a chance to get your very own copy!
:: More Info Here

The Sims 3 Update is now available through The Sims 3 Launcher.
:: Read the fixes

Check out Joystiq.com's article "iPhone It In: The Sims 3".
:: Read the article

Fun facts from The Sims 3 are highlighted in USA Today!
:: Read the article

The Sims 3 is featured in a Food & Wine Magazine Blog article "Virtual Life of a Sim Chef".
:: Read the article

Hit the brakes! Paris has become overrun with The Sims 3 cars!
:: Check out the video

Check out Allure magazine's write-up: "The Sims Gets a Sassy Makeover"!
:: Read the article

The Sims 3 has expanded its virtual world onto the iPhone™ and iPod® touch and the reception has been nothing short of phenomenal!
:: Download The Sims 3 on the iTunes App Store today!

The Sims 3 is now available at a store near you! Create Sims with unique personalities. Connect, share & shop online. Determine your Sims ultimate destiny and customize everything.
:: Buy Now

Check out the new videos for The Sims 3 we've posted on our YouTube channel!
:: Watch the videos

We're getting closer to The Sims 3! Check out the latest snapshot of our countdown clock!
:: See the photo

We invite you to share pictures of your Plumbob creations with us on our Facebook page!
:: More details here

Let There Be Sims.
:: Watch the Commercial

The Sims 3 now has a MySpace page with some fun goodies!
:: Come join us

Play a bite-size version of The Sims 3 with SimSocial!
:: Check it out

Have a 1-to-1 conversation with a Sim on SimFriend.
:: Play SimFriend Now!

Surf the web with a Sim in tow on the new SimSidekick app!
:: Choose your Sim

Top custom content creators estatica and Shtinky talk about The Sims 3 in two new Spotlight on The Sims 3 Player videos!
:: Watch the videos

We've got another treat for you, Simmers. Hidden somewhere on the website is, yet, another Easter egg. Happy hunting and enjoy!

Exciting news! The Sims 3 has gone Gold! The game is now being sent out to the manufacturing companies so that it will hit the streets June 2, 2009 for PC & Mac.
:: Read More Here

As a treat to our Simmers, we've hidden another Easter egg somewhere on the website to celebrate The Sims 3 going Gold. Can you find it on the site? Happy hunting and enjoy!

The video for the Spotlight on The Sims 3 Player:Ehaught58 is now posted!
:: Check out the video

Just added! Over 130 MORE items have been added to The Sims 2 Store from The Sims 2 Apartment Life! Check out The Sims 2 Store for the latest stuff to furnish your Sims' apartment!
:: Visit the Store

Check out the Spotlight on The Sims 3 Players: Decorgal and TheSidDog!
:: Check out the videos

Check out our new featured machinima - "Michael Jackson - Work that Body . Congrats to community member DamitaJo79 for being featured on our homepage and machinima page!
:: Watch the video

We've hidden a fun Easter egg somewhere on the website to help tide you over until the release of The Sims 3! Can you find it?
:: Start hunting!

Check out our office countdown clock. We're almost there! 28 days left to go!
:: See the countdown clock

Check out the full online feature set of The Sims 3 - including TheSims3.com site, the Launcher, and The Sims 3 Store.
:: Check out the details

Read through the blog of TheSidDog who is a featured machinima artist for The Sims 3.
:: Click Here

Check out Baconandeggzie's interview about The Sims 3 and the new Create a Movie tool.
:: Watch the Interview

Check out our new featured machinima - "hoppipolla". Congrats to community member JPWatt for being featured on our homepage and machinima page!
:: Watch the video

We've looked at over 300 magical submissions for the Fairytale Fantasy Showcase! Huge thanks to everyone who participated and congrats to the highlights!
:: Check out the highlights

Check out today's featured machinima "Gary Barlow - Lie To Me". Congrats to community member DragonflyStudios for being featured on our homepage and machinima page!
:: Watch the Video

Check out the movies that machinima artists Baconandeggzie and Decorgal made using the new Movie Tool during our Creators' Camp for The Sims 3!
:: Watch the Movies

Watch the latest spotlight interview from one of our Creators' Camp attendees - Parsimonious Kate.
:: Watch the Interview

Check out today's featured machinima "sims 2 Everybody's Got to Learn". Congrats to community member doloce for being featured on our homepage and machinima page!
:: Watch the Video

The Sims 3 will also give 5,000 malaria nets in the name of the 1 millionth person who follows Ashton on Twitter (REGARDLESS of a win).
:: Follow Ashton on Twitter

Gamespot takes an exclusive look at the Movie Tool in The Sims 3. They filmed, cut, and mashed up their own videos.
:: Read the Review

We've added over 140 items from The Sims 2 Apartment Life to the Store! Be sure to check out the 2 NEW EXCLUSIVE items and browse from a wide array of categories.
:: Visit the Store

Check out today's featured machinima, "Age of Consent (new order)". Congrats to community member swayedHEADstudios for being featured on our Home and Machinima Page!
:: Watch the Video

Decorgal shares a few tips and tricks in Machinima making and what inspires her to create.
:: Decorgal's Interview

We can haz LOLSims! We thought we'd highlight a few of our favorites. Thanks to all who created and shared the LOLs! Hope you enjoy these as much as we did.
:: View LOLSims

If you missed The Sims 3 on One Tree Hill, the episode is now available online!
:: Watch the Episode

Check out today's featured machinima, "Sam's Town - The Killers". Congrats to community member tutanodt for beaing featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Read the official letter from Rod Humble.
:: Learn More

See what creators Babylonia & Ulkrhsn created during our Creators' Camp for The Sims 3!
:: See the Highlights

We've created a new iGoogle theme for The Sims 3.
:: Check it Out

If you have a Facebook account, come join the rest of the community at our Official Sims 3 Fan Page!
:: Join us Now!

The Sims 3 visits One Tree Hill on The CW Tonight! Monday 3/23 at 9/8c. One Tree Hill Mondays 9/8c
:: Get the Inside Scoop

Check out today's featured machinima for "Eternally Shaded". Congrats to community member slimjimjerky for being featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video!

You can now reserve your screen name from The Sims 2 on The Sims 3 Community.
:: Pre-Register Now!

Check out what creators teasingmeat1 and Frances made during our Creators' Camp for The Sims 3!
:: See the weekly highlights

Check out today's featured machinima for "Bacteria". Congrats to community member TheSidDog for being featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

We're looking for Machinima tutorial videos and links. Have one to share? Would you like to make one? Share it with us!
:: Check out the details

We're looking for short term (1 week to 2 weeks) staff to create art assets for The Sims 3.
:: Read the job description

Check out what creators Estatica and Hatshepsut made during our Creators' Camp for The Sims 3!
:: See the weekly highlights

Check out today's featured machinima for "Stardust - The Sims 2". Congrats to community member anonymoussim92 for being featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Just added! Over 50 MORE items from The Sims 2 Kitchen and Bath Interior Design. Check out The Sims 2 Store for the latest must-have stuff to redesign your Sims' kitchens and bathrooms!
:: Visit the Store

Check out what creators Padre and TSR_DOT created during our Creators' Camp for The Sims 3.
:: See the Weekly Highlights!

We've received questions regarding the use of custom content and our End User License Agreement (EULA). Please read the latest from The Sims team.
:: Read the Statement

We're now accepting submissions for the Fairytale Fantasy Showcase for '09!
:: Learn More

We're looking for experienced freelance writers who love The Sims to work on a variety of projects. Interested?
:: Learn More

With 50 mini-games on Wii (40 on Nintendo DS) MySims Party turns any get-together into an instant party. Come party with us!
:: Pre-Order Now

Check out today's featured machinima for "Spice Up Your Life (Reprise)". Congrats to community member smakkyoface for being featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Check out what creators Jope & Ehaught58 designed during our Creators' Camp for The Sims 3!
:: Read Their Blogs

Check out today's featured machinima "5 Things You Should Never Do In a Library (Sims 2)". Congrats to community member waterdrop129 for being featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Check out today's featured machinima for "Smooth Operator". Congrats to community member Doons99P for making our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Check out this unique press demo where members of the press get up close and personal with SimAnimals...literally.
:: Watch the video!

See what our creators "Shtinky" and "SterlingDT" made during our Creator's Camp for The Sims 3.
:: View the Highlights!

The highlights for the Valentine's Day Showcase have been posted! It was a blast looking through the hundreds of romance-themed submissions! Thanks to everyone who participated.
:: See the Highlights

Check out The Sims 2 Store for the must-have stuff to redesign your Sims' kitchens and bathrooms!
:: Learn More

Check out today's featured machinima for "Sims 2 Anime: Strawberry Kiss Episode 1". Congrats to community member 87angels for being featured on our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Highly-Anticipated PC Game from Best-selling PC Franchise Slated to Ship June 2, 2009.
:: Read the Press Release

Countdown to launch for The Sims 3.
:: Grab the Widget for your blog

Some of our top custom content creators got a sneak peek at The Sims 3 and became the first to create content for the upcoming The Sims 3 Exchange.
:: Check it out!

Check out today's featured machinima for "Knock Three Times". Congrats to community member themaltesebippy for making our homepage!
:: Watch the Video

With this new game, you can take the wild world of animals into your hands and set your imagination free.
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Check out today's featured machinima "Falling in love". Congrats to community member Monail for making the homepage!
:: Watch the Video

We're now accepting submissions to the Valentine's Day Showcase for '09!
:: Learn More

Check out today's video - Walking on Sunshine. Congrats to community member "cuteguy27" for making the homepage!
:: Watch the Video

We're holding The Sims 3 Creator's Camp here on campus this week. Check out the daily blog from our fansite - The Sims Resource.
:: Read the Blog

Check out today's featured machinima. Congrats to community member "Lilitha134" for making the homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Check out today's featured machinima! Congrats to community member "bels10" for making the homepage.
:: Watch the Video

80 all-new exclusive Art Nouveaulicious Clothing, Hair, Home Décor and Home Improvement items!
:: Browse the latest items now!

Check out today's featured community-made machinima. Congrats to "PilaLukasei" for making the homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Check out our Thursday featured machinima. Congrats to community member gerardolove24 for making the homepage!
:: Watch the Video

Check out today's featured user-made machinima for "Girls Aloud - Jingle Bell Rock". Congrats to community member "aidansmeaton" for making the homepage!
:: Watch the Video

The Sims audio team wishes you a Happy Holiday. Listen to "The Sims Happy Holidays '08" mp3 from The Sims Crunch Mode Choir.
:: Listen!

The highlights for the Winter & Holiday Showcase have been posted! We had tons of fun looking through the hundreds of submissions this year. Enjoy! :: See the Highlights

The minimum hardware requirements to run The Sims 3 have been revised and officially published.
:: Get the Details

Be sure to check out the new featured machinima "Deck the Halls - A Sims 2 Christmas Music Video" by mylaellison on our homepage!
:: Check out the Video

Play new PICTUREKA! MUSEUM MAYHEM.
Visit our partner site - Pogo.com to seek and find quirky objects to save the museum in this outrageous, contagious picture hunt!
:: Play the FREE demo Now!

Submit your winter and/or holiday themed creations to this end-of-year showcase!
:: Learn More

Over 50 all-new exclusive Asian Fusion Clothing, Hair, Home Décor and Home Improvement items. Browse the latest items now!
:: Learn More

We're closing up our Harvest Recipe Cookbook (Fall Showcase) this Thursday! Hurry and add your recipe!
:: Learn More

The video for The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden is now posted!
:: Watch the Video

Design impressive estates and meticulous gardens for your Sims with three all-new architectural styles.
:: Learn More

The final update for Mansion & Garden Stuff is now up! See all of the items that will be shipping with the game and pre-order your copy today!
:: Learn More

Read the latest blog for The Sims 3 and learn about the exciting new community features that will be on TheSims3.com!
:: Read the Blog

We have just launched our very first The Sims retail card! Use it to buy items from The Sims 2 Store, or The Sims games from EA Store.
:: Learn more

The Sims 2 and The Sims 3 are now on Twitter. Come follow us!
:: The Sims 2 Twitter
:: The Sims 3 Twitter

Share your most favorite recipes for the Harvest Recipe Cookbook 2008!
:: Submit your recipe

The Sims 3 Producer Walkthrough is now live! Be sure to check it out and see some of the latest gameplay.
:: Watch Video

Over 50 all-new exclusive Castle Clothing, Hair, Home Décor and Home Improvement items! Browse the latest items now!
:: Learn More

New screenshots and items for the game are now up!
:: Check out the new items & screens

A new patch is now available for The Sims 2 Apartment Life.
:: Download the Patch

We've posted new screenshots and items that will be in The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden Stuff game.
:: See the Update

The highlights from our annual Halloween Showcase are up!
:: Check out the showcase

Check out The Sims channel on your Verizon phone! Now, you can find your favorite Sims title in just 4 easy steps.
:: Learn More

Collector's Edition includes
The Sims 3 and bonus content - exclusive 2 GB plumbob USB drive, European Sports Car download & more!
:: Reserve your copy today!

We chatted with UK-based Aussie songstress Gabriella Cilmi about recording "Sweet About Me" in Simlish!
:: Read the Interview

MySims Kingdom is now available for pre-order on the Wii and DS!
:: Reserve your copy today!

Check out The Sims 2 Store for the latest items from The Sims 2 FreeTime!
:: Buy Now!

Hot newcomer Katy Perry adds sizzle to The Sims 2 Apartment Life soundtrack with a Simlish version of her latest single "Hot N Cold".
:: Watch the Video

All-new exclusive Spooky Clothing, Hair and Home Décor items!
:: Start Shopping

The Sims 3 is coming! Get The Sims 3 T-shirt & The Sims 3 Hoodie downloads for your Sims - exclusively available in The Sims 2 Apartment Life!
:: Order Now

Now Available. Have Fun Playing With Your Apartment Pets!
:: Order Now

Play new OPERATION MANIA! Manage the mayhem of a wacky emergency room and treat patients with the zaniest ailments in healthcare history.
:: Play the FREE demo Now!

Come watch the walkthrough video for The Sims 2 Apartment Life to get a glimpse at some of the cool new features!
:: Watch Now

We held two chats for The Sims 2 Apartment Life Expansion Pack this week.
:; Read the Transcripts

Come watch the exciting trailer video for The Sims 2 Apartment Life!
:: Watch Now

Submit your The Sims 2 IKEA Home Stuff room creations to this latest showcase!
:: Get Started

We've added an awesome video and new screens to the site.
:: Check out TheSims3.com

Come watch the trailer for The Sims 2 IKEA Home Stuff! Be your Sims' personal interior designer with inspiring, contemporary styles from IKEA.
:: Watch Now!

Register today and get 6 FREE items for your game!
:: Learn More

All-new online shopping desination for your Sims.

Give your Sims' home a makeover with The Sims 2 IKEA Home Stuff.
:: Order Now!

Make your own Spore creatures, bring them to life, then share with your friends!
:: Get It Now

Be the first to take our latest survey. Hurry before the survey closes!
:: Take the Survey

Kick off Summer break with The Sims Sizzling Summer Contest! Tell us what your Summer plans are for the chance to win The Sims 2 Ikea Home Stuff!
:: Learn More

Move your Sims into the close-quarters drama, humor, and excitement of apartment life!
:: Learn More

Play with and care for a variety of pets in your Sim's apartment! Check out this new Sims game for the Nintendo DS.
:: Learn More

A patch for The Sims 2 FreeTime is now available. Many bug fixes are included!
:: Download Now

We've rounded up all of the submissions from the Spring Showcase and have posted the highlights.
:: View the Showcase!

Sing Natasha Bedingfield's hit single "Pocketful Of Sunshine" and win great prizes like The Sims 2 Ikea Home Stuff, Pocketful Of Sunshine full length CD and a poster signed by Natasha!
:: Click here to learn more and enter

The Sims 2 IKEA Home Stuff has been officially announced.
:: Get More Info

Record hot new songs from Franz Ferdinand, Oasis, No Doubt, Fefe Dobson, Fat Joe, and many more!
:: Click here for the full list of new songs

Our Sims team will be interviewing our biggest star yet from The Sims 2 FreeTime, international pop artist Natasha Bedingfield! She's recorded her smash hit "Pocketful of Sunshine" in Simlish and is taking questions from our community!
:: Learn More

Share your story with The Sims Community about how you discovered The Sims and enter for a chance to win some great prizes!
:: Enter Now!

The Sims 2 Kitchen & Bath Stuff is now available for order!
:: Order Now

The Sims 2 Double Deluxe is now available!
:: Order Now

Maximum Maneuvers Collared Shirt
Whether hitting the nightlife or attending a posh function, he?s sure to make an entrance in this stylish outfit.
:: Download Now

100 Million Stories
:: What's Yours?

Submit your Spring-inspired Sim, Lot, Pet, or Story to the latest Spring Showcase!
:: Get Showcase Details

Join us for the Pogo Pop Star: 1st Annual Spring Fling Karaoke contest! Hurry, get your entries in now because the contest ends 4/17!
:: Click here to see the current entries!

The trailer video for Kitchen & Bath Interior Design Stuff is now available!
:: Watch Now

We've posted the highlights from our March International Showcase.
:: Watch the Showcase

Can you find the new Easter Egg on the Kitchen & Bath Interior Design Stuff page? It's quite a treasure. There are now four Easter Eggs on the page, can you find them all?
:: Let the hunt begin

Come check out two new screenshots for The Sims 2 Kitchen & Bath Interior Design Stuff Pack.
:: Learn More

The Rock From The Vault Contest Series is going on now! You've got two weeks left to surrender to the rock!
:: Click here to learn more

Come read these free Prima Guide samples for The Sims 2 FreeTime and Bon Voyage. Like what you see? Buy the full guide!
:: Guide Me

COMING IN 2009 - The Sims 3 Gives You Complete Freedom Inspiring You With Endless Creative Possibilities.

Come watch the music video for "Fa-Fa-Fa" by Datarock created using The Sims 2 FreeTime. Also check out the bonus Datarock band interview video and the making-of interview.
:: Watch the videos
:: Read the making-of interview

Create a Mashup using movie clips from The Sims 2 FreeTime Expansion Pack to win The Sims 2 FreeTime Limited Collection and a signed Natasha Bedingfield album! Entering the contest is easy! Create your Mashup now!
:: Click here to enter

The latest Community Showcase challenge is up. Submit your international-inspired creation.
:: Get More Info

Come explore the rewards of grilled cheese in this FreeTime comic strip!
:: Read now

Get The Sims 2, The Sims 2 Nightlife Expansion Pack, The Sims 2 Celebration Stuff Pack, plus a bonus DVD in one amazing package!
:: Learn More

Winners announced for Mashup Contest with Datarock!
:: See the winning music video featuring The Sims!

Come check out these new FreeTime wallpapers and Lots for your game by MaxoidMoonBelly!
:: See the wallpapers
:: View the Lots

A new patch for The Sims 2 Bon Voyage is now available. Many bug fixes are included!
:: Download Now

Download this sporty SUV for your Sims!
:: Download Now

We're looking for amazing real-life, Sims stories!
:: Get More Info & Submit

Download the Montgomery Hawker car from Burnout Paradise for your Sims game!
:: Download Now

Hot new songs to record from Regina Spektor, Panic! At The Disco, Usher, Alicia Keyes, Otis Redding, and many more!
:: Click here for the full list of new songs

Get added to our fansite emails and get the latest exclusives and info from The Sims Label.
:: Add Your Fansite

Use this new tool to create your AIM® Buddy Icon with The Sims!
:: Get Started

Deck the walls with signs of hobby! Show off your interests and proudly display it on your wall. Download the FreeTime Hobby Poster for your Sims game!
:: Download Now

Now your Sims can rediscover the joys of leisure time! Awaken your Sims' true passions in life as they discover and excel at all-new activities.
:: Learn More

Get your ultra-cool Sims t-shirts, mugs, and more.
:: Check Out The Site

The transcript for the chat with the FreeTime game team is now available!
:: Read Now

Come read this new magazine article, "Modern Media Magazine"
:: Read now

TheSimsCarnival.com Designed to Convert Millions of Players Into Game Designers and Allow Anyone to Play, Create, and Share Games

Hot new songs for you to record from Hinder, Korn, Los Lonely Boys, Missy Elliot, and many more!
:: Click here for the full list of new songs

Create a Movie Mashup with The Sims 2 movie clips and brand new songs from Datarock including the hit song "Fa-Fa-Fa" to enter to win really cool Datarock prizes! Hurry, the contest ends 3/3!
:: Click here for details

Decorate your desktop with these Sims Valentine's Day wallpapers that we have created just for you! Will you be our Valentine?
:: Check them out

Come check out our favorite creations from the Valentine's Day Showcase. Thank you to everyone who submitted their work!
:: See the Showcase

We've added new Valentine's Avatar items!
:: Add Them to Your Avatar

Come watch the Designer Walkthrough for FreeTime and learn about some of the cool new stuff your Sims can do!
:: Watch Now

Ready to intimidate the competition? This HotRod blitzes all others with a ported and polished big V-8, flame throwing open zoomie headers and super Fat tires. Now available as a free download!
:: Download Now

International Line-Up Includes Artists from the US, Europe and Scandinavia

Adventure, Danger, Solitaire! Tri-Peaks 2 Quest for the Ruby Ring, Play it Now!
:: Check it out

Help Your Sim Survive and Thrive on a Tropical Island in this Casual Laptop Game

Join us for the Pogo Pop Star: Love Songs Karaoke contest and celebrate the month of romance with us! Hurry, get your entries in now because the contest ends 2/18!
:: Click here to see the current entries

Come take a look at all the items in the next stuff pack The Sims 2 Kitchen & Bath!
:: Get More Info

New movie mashup clips featuring Ford cars on The Sims On Stage! Create your very own movie Mashup with movie clips of the Ford Mustang, Ford Focus, and Ford Fusion! Just search for "Ford" under the "Movie Clips" tab in our Mashup Browser.
:: Click here to see the clips

Help your Sims thrive and survive as they have washed ashore to an uncharted island.
:: Learn More

We talked with Rose from Rose Sims to get some insight into custom content creation. Come check it out!
:: Read the Interview

You can always find the hottest, up-and-coming artists on your Sims' radio, but check out The Sims 2 FreeTime for our biggest star yet! International pop artist Natasha Bedingfield has joined forces with The Sims 2 to record her hit single "Pocketful of Sunshine" in Simlish.
:: Watch the music video

Now you can add a super-cute MySims bobbler to your Facebook page. Just click the link and follow the directions.
:: Find Out More!

Enter A New Year, A New Start contest to show off your new 2008 voice and discover uncharted vocal territory!
:: Click here if you're up to the challenge

Come catch a glimpse of what your Sims can discover in the vast unknown...
:: Read More

Your Sims Can Now Explore All-New Activities, Hobbies and Cool Careers to Enrich Their Lives.

Hot new songs for you to record from Britney Spears, The Fray, and The Rolling Stones!
:: Click here for full list of new songs

Congratulations to the top 3 winners of our massively popular holiday karaoke contest!
:: Click here to see the winning performances

New downloadable game from The Sims!
:: The Sims Carnival BumperBlast

Now you can add a super-cute MySims bobbler to your Facebook page. Just click the link and follow the directions.
:: Find Out More!

The next Expansion Pack - The Sims 2 FreeTime has been announced!
:: Get More Info

Add The SimsOnStage.com Top Karaoke Gadget to your iGoogle page!
:: Add It Now!

Join us for our producer chat event Friday November 30th at 2:30PM PST with the SimCity Societies game team!
::Log into the chat!

We talked with ultra-modern content creator Simcredible to get some insight into custom content creation. Come check it out!
:: Read the Interview

Get this new car download for your game!
:: Download Now!

Find out who won the Teen Style Movie Mashup Contest!
:: Check out the winning video!

The Sims 2 Teen Style Stuff is in stores now. We have posted new screenshots so you can check out all the cool new items in action!
:: Learn More...

Check out the new "Haunted City" that's included with SimCity Societies (ship Nov 13th).
:: Watch Video

We've posted the highlights for the Halloween Community Showcase!
:: View the Highlights

We have released a patch for Bon Voyage that fixes a number of issues. Please review the patch notes before downloading.
:: Download The Patch

Where have they gone? Find out at foundthesims.com and check out the Castaway Found The Sims videos!
:: Watch now

Here is your chance to create the best movie mashup using exclusive video clips, images and songs from the upcoming The Sims™ 2 Teen Style Stuff pack for The Sims™ 2!
:: Go To TheSimsOnStage.com

The new Castaway Teaser video is up! Come check it out, and for more information, visit foundthesims.com.
:: Watch the video

Create & personalize your very own avatar, and play exclusive Club games!
:: Start creating your own avatar!

We hosted a chat with the Castaway team earlier today. If you couldn't make it, come read the transcript to learn all about this new game.
::Read More

Discover the world of Bon Voyage through the blog of Sophie and Zach on their vacation!
:: Read The Blog

We have posted 4 new Teen Style Stuff screenshots. Check 'em out!
:: Teen Style Stuff Screenshots

For those of you that couldn't make it to the chat event we have posted the transcripts in the Community section.
:: Read The Transcripts
:: Visit MySims.com

We have posted more screenshots and a cool new video for Castaway. The Sims will soon frolic with the native monkeys!
:: Check it out

Submit your goth-inspired Sim, spooky Lot, or scary fireside story to the Halloween Community Showcase.
:: Learn More

Picked up a copy of The Sims Pet Stories. We've brought back this survey, tell us what you think!
:: Take the Survey

The Sims 2 Teen Style Stuff has been officially announced! Come see all the fun new items that are included in this stuff pack.
:: Learn More

MaxoidMoonBelly from The Sims 2 talked with community member Windkeeper to give some insight into custom content creation!
:: See the Interview

We would like to take a moment to say CONGRATULATIONS to GlamourSim.com as they celebrate their 7-year anniversary. Drop by and help them celebrate! WOW!
:: Visit GlamourSim.com

The top design for the Fashion Runway has been announced! Congrats to Adriennerp1978 on your amazing creation!
:: See the full coverage

MySims has shipped for the Nintendo DS and Wii!
:: Check out MySims.com for More Info

Come watch The Sims 2 Bon Voyage music video and see some of the cool new things your Sims can do!
:: Watch Now

Experience the exotic destinations of The Sims 2 Bon Voyage right on your desktop!
:: Get the Wallpapers

Played The Sims Pet Stories? Tell us what you think.
:: Take the Survey

The grande finale video is here for The Sims 2 Fashion Runway! Make sure to vote for your final top pick.
:: Vote Now!

The official song of the H&M Fashion Runway Showcase, "When Love Walks Away" is available for download. Come take a listen!
:: Learn More

Entertain your friends and the world with this new site!
:: Check it out!

Get the inside scoop on this new site just launched by The Sims!
:: Download the Podcast

The Sims 2 Bon Voyage has shipped for North America! Look for your copy in stores soon.
:: Learn More

Spend a few moments with Lyndsay and Lakshmi as they take you through the features of the new Bon Voyage Expansion Pack.
:: Watch the Video

"After eating a breakfast of tasty flapjacks at the campground snack bar, we decided to walk to a nearby lot and try our, er, feet at logrolling."
:: Read The Blog

Download the Castaway wallpaper and transform your desktop into a tropical oasis!
:: Decorate Your Desktop

Give your teen Sims everything they need to express their unique style with The Sims 2 Teen Style Stuff!
:: Learn More

The winner of the Lily Allen/Seasons Simlish contest recorded a song at EA and it will be featured in the Teen Style Stuff pack!
:: Read More & Download

Thanks to everyone that joined the chat, the transcripts have been posted for those of you that can't make it.
:: Join the Chat

We've released the Bon Voyage theme for your personal Sim Pages.
:: Change Your Theme Now!

Make sure to pre-order your copy of The Sims 2 Bon Voyage today and receive an exclusive download.
:: Pre-order Now!

Check out the new Web site to join the Sims! It's fun, friendly, and be sure to have your sound turned up.
:: Visit MySims.com

Some of our top custom content creators from The Sims 2 H&M Fashion Runway project were highlighted in a Herald Tribune article!
:: Read the Article

Get the latest info on SimCity, MySims, Castaway, Castaway Stories, and of course Bon Voyage!
:: Hear What Rod's Got To Say

Vote for your top pick in the latest Fashion Runway design theme!
:: Vote Now!

Everything you wanted to know about The Sims 2 Castaway is now available in the More Games area!
:: Get Lost At Sea!

We invited our top fan sites out to Electronic Arts for some exclusive sneak peeks!
:: Read the write-up

Let your Sims be the first to drive the Ford Focus.
:: Get Download Details

We've posted more info, screens, and a video for The Sims 2 Bon Voyage.
:: Check it out!

Come vote for your favorite H&M Fashion Runway Showcase design in the Party Time theme! At the end of the contest, H&M will choose one design to create and sell worldwide!
:: Vote Now

Show off that you're a fan of The Sims and get rewarded for it too!
:: Get Details

Now accepting submissions for The Sims 2 H&M Fashion Runway. H&M will pick a design to create and sell worldwide!
:: Get Details

NVidia has recently released a beta driver for Win XP/2000 video cards that has been keeping The Sims 2 from crashing. Read MaxoidSams post for all the details.
:: Read MaxoidSams Post

Two new H&M Fashion Runway design kits, "Night Out" and "Let's go to the beach" are now available! Come get creative with these new themes!
:: Get the design kits

This top fansite is celebrating their 2 year anniversary June 22nd with tons of new uploads at the Creator's Forum and a Las Vegas Convention.
:: Check them out!

The Seasons patch that we pulled last week has been fixed and the new version is available for download. Update your game with the newly patched PATCH!
:: Patch Me Now!

Check out the new promo trailer for The Sims 2 H&M Fashion Runway!
:: Watch the Video

MaxoidViolet strutted her stuff to deliver this awesome Fashion Runway Tutorial. Ever wonder just how to get those turns correctly or where to lay the stairs? She has got you covered!
:: Check It Out!

Ever Dreamed of Being a Fashion Designer? The Sims 2 H&M Fashion Runway is where Fashion Design and the Virtual World meet! To learn the latest on this design challenge, click the link below!
:: Get More Info

The Sims 2 H&M Fashion Stuff has shipped for North America!
:: Get More Info

The Sims 2 Bon Voyage Expansion Pack has been officially announced! Make sure to check back soon for even more info.
:: Read Now

We caught up with Judie from All About Style to give us some insight into custom content creation!
:: Read more

New screenshots have been posted on the MySims Web site.
:: Check them out!

Enjoy all the fun and creativity of The Sims 2 in The Sims 2 Deluxe!
:: Learn More

Whether wearing bold new styles, spotlighting the stylish collection on the runway, or shopping for the latest trends at a store that you design, your Sims can now show off their superior sense of style!
::Learn More!

Curious about what new items are included in the Celebration Stuff Pack? Click on the link below and check it out!
::Celebration Stuff Items

The winner of the Lily Allen Singshot Contest has been announced. Congrats to Nessabop!
::Listen to her entry!

Check out the new "Seasons" theme for your Sim Page!
::Change my theme now!

Create pets for your Sims to train, play with, and love as their own. Fun and easy to play with the Wii Controllers!
::Learn More!

We're looking for a QA Tester to join the EA team.
::Check Out the Job Posting

Enjoy all the fun and creativity of The Sims 2 in The Sims 2 Deluxe! The Sims 2 Deluxe also contains The Sims 2 Nightlife Expansion Pack and a bonus DVD.
::Learn More!

Now your Sims can hit the road with this new car!
::Download the Mustang GT now!

Come chat with the game team for The Sims 2 Seasons and The Sims 2 Celebration Stuff! Chat will be held on Wednesday April 11, 2007. 3:00-3:45pm PDT.
:: Get More Info

Vote for your favorite Sims branded credit card!
:: Vote Now!

Make an ad for The Sims 2 on Current TV. Get creative. Get on TV. Get paid.
:: Learn How!

Now available. Order your copy today!
:: Get More Info

There is a new patch available for Seasons in the Help section. Please review the patch notes before installing. If you also own Pets then please review the BBS thread listed below.
:: Download The Seasons Patch
:: BBS Thread - Patch Guide

Come participate in this contest by recording your own version of Lily Allen's hit single, "Smile" in Simlish! You can even see a Sim version of the music video for "Smile"!
:: Learn More

We have posted a new patch for Pets. Available for the CD/DVD version or the Digital Download version. Check out the patch page for release notes.
:: Get The Pets Patch

Come check out two free samples of the newest Prima Guide for Seasons, and find out how to purchase the entire official guide.
:: Guide me!

Sims fans now have 1-stop shopping for all your help needs. You won't find other EA games here, just The Sims! Check out Support.TheSims.com for answers to all your Sims questions.
:: Go To Support.TheSims.com

Multimedia Art Program and Competition Celebrates the Artistry of The Sims and Inspires Students to Compete for $36,000 in Total Prizes

Play the new Fairy Godmother Tycoon from Pogo.com and build a thriving potion empire!
::Play the FREE Demo Now!

If you play piano and love the music from Seasons then we have a treat for you! You can download your own copy of the sheet music for Seasons from the Get Cool Stuff section today!
:: Get Playing!

Your Sims can now celebrate in style with this fun collection of furniture, party fashions, and décor items.
:: Come See Celebration Stuff!

The Sims 2 Seasons Soundtrack To Include Simlish Versions of Songs from Lily Allen, The Veronicas, The String Cheese Incident and More!

Our favorite custom content creator has some Seasons themed Sims and Lots for you to download!
:: Come Check Them Out!

The results for the Perfect Date Showcase are in! Come see all the lovely entries!
:: See the Showcase

Unique gaming experience offers new seasonal, outdoor activities for The Sims 2 players to enjoy all year long

The Sims 2 Seasons has now shipped! Look for your copy on retail shelves starting March 1st.
::Learn More

The chat transcript for The Sims 2 Seasons has been posted. Thanks to everyone who participated!
:: Read the chat transcript

The Sims 2 Seasons Designer Walkthrough video is now available!
:: Watch the Video

The results for the National Blood Donor Month Showcase are in! Come see our favorites!
:: See the Showcase

Please join us on February 15th at 2:30 PM PST for an informational chat about Seasons.
:: Join the Chat!

The Sims Life Stories is now out in stores and avaialble for digital download through EA Link! Save a trip to the store and download a copy right to your PC.
:: Download Today

With the release of The Sims Life Stories game we have launched a new website. Take a moment to visit!
:: Visit TheSimsStories.com

The head of The Sims Studio, Rod Humble, talks about the changes that were made to create The Sims Life Stories and how it is different from The Sims 2.
:: Listen To The Podcast!

Played The Sims 2 Pets on your console or handheld? Tell us what you think!
:: Take The Survey

Two new blooper screenshots and a video have been released from the game team's vault!
:: Visit The Bloopers Page!

A new patch is available for The Sims 2 Pets Expansion Pack.
:: Download Now!

Get the inside scoop from this fan letter written by The Sims? 2 Senior Producer.
:: Read the letter

A cool new video for Life Stories is now available!
:: Check out the video!

We have added some new Seasons buddy icons to the site. Take a look in the About Section or the GetCoolStuff section.
:: Let Me See!

Whether you have a cute kitty, a hot dog, or some other adorable critter, he or she belongs in CG!'s first Pet Beauty Contest!
:: Visit Cosmogirl.com now

An amazing video for The Sims 2 Seasons and pre-order information is now available!
:: Check out the video!
:: Get pre-order info
:: 2 new screenshots

It's National Blood Donor Month. Upload your vampire or goth inspired Sim/Lot to support this cause!
:: Get More Info

The Sims Life Stories is First Installment in a New Line of Unique Story-Driven Games.

Brrrr! It sure is cold outside! We've posted some new winter themed screenshots so you can enjoy the snow from the comfort of your home. :: See the Screenshots

GameSpot reviews The Sims 2 Seasons Expansion Pack.
:: Read the Review

Gearing up for the holidays can leave us all a little frazzled. Take a 5 minute break and unwind with the Poppit Stress Buster!
:: Play Now!

We've created a new Holiday theme for your Sim pages! Happy Holidays!
:: Change your Sim Theme

Happy Holidays from The Sims Team! We've put together a special holiday card that you can listen to.
::Listen to our Holiday Greeting Card!

Tell us what you think of Sims music!
:: Take the survey!

Fans of the Popular Video Game Series Embark on New Seasonal Adventures with Their Sims!

While you're not hanging out on TheSims2.com, you can take a second to update your MySpace page with one of our new The Sims 2 themes!
:: Show Me The Codes!

We invited some of our top fan site leaders out to preview The Sims 2 Seasons, last week. They wrote some great reviews!
:: Check 'em out!

Are you new to The Sims or know anyone who is? This is the game for them. The Sims Life Stories is the first release in an all-new, standalone product line called The Sims Stories.
:: Learn More

Head outdoors for year-round fun with your Sims! New seasonal activities await your Sims including snowball fights, chasing fireflies, jumping in leaf piles, and more.
:: Read About The Sims 2 Seasons!
:: See Screenshots!

We snuck into the game team's vault and found some official game bloopers.
:: Check 'em out!

Did you see Will Wright on the Colbert Report last night? In case you missed it here's a link to watch the interview.
:: Watch the Interview

We've updated the Holiday area with several new screen shots that will make you giddy with holiday cheer!
:: See Holiday Screens
:: See Holiday Stuff Screens

A brand new Sims game was announced in Tokyo, Japan today. It is being developed exclusively for the Nintendo Wii. A small web-site has launched in Japanese at http://boku-sim.jp/. Stay tuned for more information on this new game in the coming months.
:: Visit Boku-Sim.jp

The Sims Zone is celebrating its fifth birthday!
:: Join The Fun!

Electronic Arts Inc today announced that new holiday titles from the world's most popular PC game franchise, The Sims™ 2, are available now in the U.S. and Europe - just in time for holiday shopping!

The Sims Division is looking for a local video capture artist. If you know the game and have strong video capture skills, apply now for this urgent position!
:: View Job Posting

As a thank you to everyone who honored Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we have highlighted some of our favorite uploads.
:: Check It Out

Thanks to all your great uploads, we have picked some our favorites to be highlighted in a Halloween Showcase!
:: Check It Out

The Sims 2 Pets for the Nintendo DS is now available. Get your copy today!
:: Order Now!
:: See New Screenshots!

We've added a spiderweb background, vampire collar, and witch hat for Sim Avatars. There's also a witch hat for your Pet Avatar!
:: Change Your Avatar

Upload something spooktacular to the Exchange in celebration of Halloween!
:: Get More Info

Check out The Sims 2 Holiday line up!
:: Learn More

For a limited time, enjoy The Sims 2 Pets theme while playing Stack'em at Pogo.com.
:: Play FREE Stack'em Now!
Use your TheSims2.com username/password to play

The Sims Resource has made changes to their free content and launched a new feature to add Challenges to your Sims 2 game.
:: Go To TheSimsResource.com

The Sims 2 Pets ships today for PC, PlayStation 2, and Nintendo GameCube.
:: Get More Info!

The final issue of the Pet Training Paper has been released!
:: Read The Last Issue

"... the 'Sims 2 Pets' add-on is the best yet, and breathes a fresh breath of air into the best-selling game as it enters its third year."
:: Visit GameDaily.com

Decorate your MySim page with the latest Pets theme!
:: Log in > Manage > Customize Simpage

Click here for samples of the Pussycat Dolls, Flaming Lips and Aly & AJ songs in Simlish!
:: Listen Now!

Pets is just around the corner so we wanted to give you one last dose of new screenshots. The PC, NDS, PSP, and GBA sections have all been updated with new screens for your viewing pleasure.
:: See The Screenshots!

MaxoidMoonBelly recently interviewed the creator of the popular Royal Kingdom Challenges:
:: Check It Out

The new Senior Producer for The Sims 2 Expansion Packs - MaxoidSam has blogged about future "official" downloads.
:: Read His Blog

Electronic Arts is pleased to announce a partnership with multi-platinum, chart-topping recording artist, actress, fashion designer and philanthropist Hilary Duff, to make her inaugural video game debut in the critically acclaimed, best-selling, groundbreaking video and PC game franchise, The Sims™.

We've brought Pets to the Avatar tool! Now you can have a Sim, Dog, or Cat as your favorite online pic. Go! Go update your Avatar!

The transcripts from the latest The Sims 2 Pets chats are now available:
:: Expansion Pack Chat
:: Console & Handheld Chat

Show your support by uploading a Sim or Lot with something pink to the Exchange!

Find out what Maxoids are up to. A few Maxoids have updated their blogs - check 'em out.
:: Read Their Blogs!

MaxoidMoonBelly has added new lots to the Exchange.
:: Check It Out

The latest issue of the Pet Training Paper is here.
:: Check It Out!

Now you can get a detailed walkthrough of the game directly from the designers! Available for PC and Console versions.
:: Watch The PC Version
:: Watch The PS2 and GameCube Version

We have updated all Pets sections with new screenshots! Have a look!
:: Have A Look Here and Here!

GameSpot gives an inside look into the upcoming The Sims 2 Pets soundtrack.
:: Read the List of Artists

The votes are in and we've posted the lyrics to your favorite Simlish songs!
:: Check 'em out!

Lots of game sites have posted their previews of Pets! Here's a collection of links to help you get started.
:: GameSpy.com
:: 1Up.com
:: GameSpot.com

Indulge your Sims in the glamorous life with this collection of luxurious furniture, fashionable clothing, and extravagant decor items!
:: Read More About the Glamourous Life!

Get a behind the scenes look at the making of Glamour Life Stuff
:: Read the Interview

MaxoidMoonBelly has added new lots and casual outfits to the Exchange using Glamour Life Stuff.
:: Read Her Blog

All sections have been updated with new screenshots for Pets!
:: Have A Look Here and Here!

Save yourself a trip to the store by digitally downloading and then playing the game today!
:: Learn More, Download and Play!

The Sims 2 Nightlife has been nominated for a Golden Joystick Award as PC Game of the Year!
:: Cast Your Vote!

Now available for Pre-Load, you can digitally download Glamour Life. The minute it releases on August 30th, you'll be able to play!
:: Learn more!

We have added new Pets screenshots for all platforms! Take a look in the About section!
:: Let's see!

This newsletter is the place to get information about different breeds, pet personalities, training pets, and more!
:: Read Issue I

Two new Glamour Life MySim page themes are now available! Under your Avatar, choose "Manage", then "Customize Simpage". Enjoy!

Add a new Glamour Life wallpaper to your desktop. Two new designs to choose from
:: Pick A New Wallpaper

The Sims team up with sister act, Aly and Aj, to make beautiful Simlish music together. Get the highlights...
:: Watch The Trailer

A team of highly trained SimCity investigators tracked her down!
:: Read the Interview

Glamour Sim's anniversary is here and they're giving away 12 FREE fashions and FREE desktop wallpapers.
:: Visit Glamour Sim

Fans of the Popular Video Game Series Enrich The Lives of Their Sims With The Addition of an Animal Companion
:: Read The Press Release

CNet has a 3 minute video interview with designer Robin Hunicke, discussing The Sims 2 Pets expansion pack.
:: Watch The Interview!

Thank you to everyone that showed up at the chat event. We have posted the transcripts for those of you that couldn't make it.
:: Read The Transcripts!

Turn your desktop into something glamorous!
:: Download Wallpapers

Your Sims can now indulge in a glamorous life with this collection of luxurious furniture, fashionable clothing, and extravagant decor items.
Return in a couple of weeks for more great announcements!
:: More about the Glamour Life!

Our own MaxoidMoonBelly has created some fantastic and fun swimsuits for your Sims. Take your Sims to the pool with these Surfer Bunny Trunks or the Aloha Bunny Swimsuits!
:: Download Some Swimsuits!

There are two great new themes added to the MySim Pages - Family Fun and Pleasantview!
:: Check it out...

If you haven't purchased the Family Fun Stuff yet, now you can purchase it and download it digitally from the EA Downloader!
:: Learn more...

Get two great patches to update your game!
:: Open For Business
:: Family Fun Stuff

"I know that you've been anxious for information lately. Rumors on the boards are like catnip to Sims fans, and many of you seem to be wondering if and when we will finally reveal the new expansion pack."

Find out what Maxoids are up to. Several Maxoids have updated their blogs - check 'em out.
:: Read Their Blogs!

The poll revealed that you wanted game secrets, so you got 'em! MaxisLittleL reveals some behind-the-scenes secrets to your favorite game.
:: Show me the secrets!

The Home Crafter tool has received an update making it compatible with all Expansion and Stuff Packs. Let the creating begin!
:: Get the Home Crafter!

Let your Sims show their Spirit for the 2006 World Cup with two spirited downloads!
:: Get the Downloads!

Create a room using the updated Family Fun mini-game and show off your creation to your friends!
:: Decorate!

The Sims Team is looking for QA testers. If you're an avid player and live in the San Francisco area, apply now! ::
Read the job posting

The Strangerhood Season One DVD is finally here. Now you can enjoy the collected episodes of the hit internet series.
:: Order Your Copy Today!

Episode 17 - The Final Countdown is now available for you to download!
:: Download It Today!

Add some Family Fun to your Avatar with a king's crown, snorkel, princess necklace, Hawaiian shirt, or mermaid top!

We've released a patch for Family Fun Stuff fixing a few of the more urgent issues some of you have seen.
:: Get The Patch!

Episode 16 - The Montage Exposition is now available for you to download!
:: Download It Today!

We've announced the winners of The Open For Business Commercial Contest. Congratulations Pancake for your Grand Prize winning movie!
:: Watch the Winners

Buy The Sims 2 Family Fun Stuff from Target and you'll receive an exclusive summer dress for fun in the sun!
:: Learn More

Play Payday FreeCell with a Sims inspired motif at Pogo.com! You can enter for a chance to win The Sims 2 and The Sims 2 Family Fun Stuff! Find Payday FreeCell on Pogo.com under "Card & Board" games list.
:: Check it out at Pogo!

While you're waiting for your Family Fun Stuff to arrive, try out our Family Fun mini-game.
:: Play it!

Step into spring with The Hippity Hoppity Bunny Suit and Chick Hat.
:: Check Out The Spring Items

Enjoy Episode 15 of The Strangerhood, "Lost in Place".
:: Watch it

"Check out these top three exclusive tips to help your Sims 2 business thrive and get rich quick."
:: Read Yahoo's Article

Check out Episode 14 of The Strangerhood.
:: Watch it!

We've corrected several issues in Open For Business.
:: Download The Patch Now!

We've updated the "Runs With Scissors" object to prevent conflicts with your Open For Business game.
:: Download Them Now!

Enter the Open For Business Commercial Contest for the chance to win a new computer! The Contest ends March 24th.
:: Read the details

Don Laabs, Hunter Howe, Shannon Copur, and Lyndsay Pearson chatted with the community on Thursday, March 16th, at 3PM PST. The Transcripts are now live.
:: Read the Transcripts

Add excitement to your Sims' family with this all-new collection of furniture, clothing, and decor.
:: Find Out More

Catch the latest episode of The Sims machinima, "The Strangerhood".
:: Watch the video

Play with the Sims while you IM with your buddies. To find the IMV, look in the Interactive Fun section.
:: IMV Me Baby!

Three Sims players created movies using The Sims 2, and from more than 1,200 submissions were selected by the DC Independent Film Festival to be featured!
:: Read More!

Do you have the mettle and tenacity to excel in the workplace? Find out by playing The Sims 2 Open For Business mini-game!
:: Game On!

Open For Business is getting rave reviews!
:: Gamespy Review
:: Yahoo Games
:: 1 Up

Catch the final installment of The Simprentice.
:: Read the article

Depeche Mode step into the game in this machinima video for their hit single "Suffer Well"
:: Watch the Video(7.5Mb stream)

Have your hot copy of Open For Business in your hands but don't know where to start? Read these simple steps to start your business and you'll be on your way.
:: Read the tutorial

Ready to get down to business? EA ships The Sims 2 Open For Business to store shelves today.
:: See Press Release

Can't wait to get Open For Business? Check out these new screens and videos until your game arrives.
:: Screenshots
:: Videos

Start an Open For Business Fansite with the new fansite kit!
:: Download The Fansite Kit

Check out a sample of The Sims 2 Open For Business Prima strategy guide for free here on the site.
:: Read the guide

Get your MySim page ready for the Open For Business release with a new theme.
:: Customize your Page

Pre-order The Sims 2 Open For Business and get access to an exclusive Sims mascot outfit and accompanying life-size sculpture to display outside your Sims store! Check out the new screens of the mascot kit.
:: Pre-Order Now

Check out the new Open For Business Video.
:: Watch the video

Grab our new podcast and hear pop-star Howard Jones talk to MaxoidDano about contributing music to the Open For Business soundtrack.
Download the Audio
Subscribe to our Podcasts
Hear more podcasts

With The Sims 2: Open for Business on its way, GameSpy delves deep into the cutthroat world of Sim-Entrepreneurs.
:: Read the article

Catch the latest episode of The Sims machinima, "The Strangerhood".
:: Watch the video

Brand new "The Sims, How do you play?" ads will start appearing on television this week. They feature community members just like you and the soon to be released Open For Business expansion pack.
:: Watch the videos

The new Open For Business themed chef hat, fast food hat, deep dive helm, and apron are available for your avatar.
:: Edit your avatar

The Sims 2 Open For Business expansion pack goes gold and will hit store shelves on March 2nd.
:: Read the Press Release

Rocker Howard Jones met MaxoidMonkey the other week to discuss his involvement in Open For Business.
Watch The Video(9.6 Mb)
Subscribe to our Podcasts
More podcasts

Check out the new screenshots of The Sims 2 Open For Business
:: New Screenshots!

How are your Sims celebrating Valentines Day? Find out how these Open For Business Sims plan to woo their loves or break their hearts.
:: Watch the two new videos!

Find out in our Biz Quiz! See how you make out against your friends. Find out if you're ready for Open For Business.
:: Take the Quiz

Send your sweetie a Sims 2 Valentine Postcard!
:: Send a Valentine

Learn all about the music in Open For Business and hear New Wavers Kajagoogoo talk about singing in Simlish.
Download the Audio
Subscribe to our Podcasts
Hear more podcasts

Who loves ya baby? The Sims 2 does and we want to help you celebrate St. Valentines day with these brand new downloads.
Download some Valentines items

Don and Tim are back to answer more Open For Business questions from the community!
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We've released a new Update for The Sims 2 Nightlife. If you have Nightlife, keep your game up to date.
Download the Nightlife Patch

We've released episode 11 of The Strangerhood. Enjoy!
Watch The Strangerhood

Don Laabs and Tim LeTourneau answer questions from the community about The Sims 2 Open For Business.
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Hear more podcasts

See The Sims 2 Open For Business in action as Designer Hunter Howe walks you through the game!
Watch the video

Ready for a change? Then decorate your desktop with new The Sims 2 Open For Business Wallpaper.
Get it now!

IGN, Gamespot, and 1UP all preview The Sims 2 Open For Business. See what they have to say!
GameSpot's Preview
IGN's Preview
1UP's Preview

We've released episode 10 of The Strangerhood. Enjoy!
Watch The Strangerhood

Are your Sims ready to Open For Business? If you are ready to jump start your Sims' career or your unique new business needs help check this month's Open For Business classified ads.
Read the Classifieds

The Sims 2 Open For Business game team chat was Thursday, January 19th at 3 PM PST. The transcripts are now live.
Read the transcripts

Looking to snaz up your avatar for the new year? We've introduced a few Nightlife inspired avatar items. Look for the new Top Hat, Pearl Necklace, Cat Eye Glasses, Raver Goggles, and Tuxedo in the edit your avatar section. Happy Sim Day!
Check them out

"With The Sims 2: Open for Business on its way, GameSpy delves deep into the cutthroat world of Sim-Entrepreneurs."
Read The Simprentice Part 1

The Holidays have come and gone and it's time to take down the lights, vacuum up the pine needles and put Berge the Proliferating Reindeer into the attic. As part of our holiday cleanup we'll be putting away the Exchange Objects we gave away during The Great Holiday Giveaway. On January 24th, they will no longer be available for download.
Get them before they're gone!
Buy The Holiday Party Pack

We've just released some new Open For Business screenshots for your viewing pleasure. Happy SimDay!
See New Screenshots

The holidays aren't over... yet. The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack will be on sale until January 24th. Get this limited edition Pack before it's gone let your Sims experience the holidays all year long.
Learn More

Pre-Order The Sims 2 Open For Business and receive an exclusive Mascot Kit download!
Read the details

EA officially announces Open For Business as the next expansion pack! Plus we've released new screenshots and video!
Read the Announcement
See New Screenshots
See New Video

The French Postal Service commemorates The Sims with an official limited edition stamp.
See the stamp

Gather 'round, children, and listen to Patsy and Elmo's electric tale of holiday horrors, in our latest podcast offering - the HolidayCast!
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Got a PSP™? Check out our new The Sims™ 2 site designed specifically for the PSP™ web browser! Download movies, music, wallpapers, and even our podcast - directly to your PSP™.
Visit psp.thesims2.com

The Sims 2 on PSP is in stores now! Check out the latest edition to The Sims 2 family on the PSP System.
Learn More

We are pleased to announce that the next expansion pack is The Sims 2 Open For Business. Create thriving businesses, learn the tricks of the trade, be the boss, and turn your talents into cash!
Learn More

As part of the Great Holiday Giveaway, the Maxis Team performed a Mid-Winter traditional Simlish song just for our community.
Listen and Check out the lyrics

"Like all truly great games, it is the timeless and continually entertaining gameplay that makes The Sims so worthwhile... but nothing quite like The Sims had ever been released, nor perhaps, ever will be."
Read The List

Want to be featured in a Sims Played By ad? Submit your profile now to be considered!
Submit your profile

Looking for answers? Check out The Sims 2 walkthrough for the Nintendo DS and GameBoy Advance versions of The Sims 2.
Gameplay Help

Since this is the season of giving, we have not one but two brand new Strangerhood episodes available for your viewing pleasure!
Watch The Strangerhood

The Sims 2 for the PSP joins other Console and Handheld versions on store shelves December 9, 2005.
Read the Press Release

The Sims 2 Mobile is now available on select handsets. Visit our Mobile sub-site to learn more!
Mobile Site

We pulled out all the stops and brought in a very, very special guest to help us turn felseylax29 and coffeeandbananas' Thanksgiving story into a hilarious podcast.
Listen to the Podcast

Add a Sims 2 Nightlife Yahoo! IMV to your messaging.
Download the IMV
Download Messenger

Brand new Screenshots and video were released today for The Sims 2 on the PSP system.
See the video
See the screens

A documentary about The Sims called "The Sims Life" will air on MTV on Monday November 21 at 6 PM.
Check out the details

"Deck the Halls" of Your Virtual Homes with the Special Holiday Edition of The Sims 2 - One of the Most Popular PC Games in History. Today, Electronic Arts announced that The Sims 2 Holiday Edition, a special version of the world's most popular PC game will hit store shelves across North America on November 17th.
See the Full Press Release

Have you noticed the Sims Played by ads on TV and in print? We've added a bunch more of the Played by ads to the site. We've also added an informational video about The Sims featuring Sims Players from the community.
See the Played by Ads
Visit the Played by site
See the About The Sims Video

TheSims2.com will be down for maintenance tonight from 11 pm-12am PST. We appologize for the inconvenience.

Check out the new videos and screenshots from The Sims 2 Holiday Edition and The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack.
New Holiday Screens
New Holiday Videos

Charles London and Hunter Howe are back to answer more questions about designing The Sims 2 in our latest podcast.
Download the audio!
Open in iTunes!
Learn about Podcasts

Get the game that started it all in one complete collection. The Sims Complete Collection includes the original Sims game along with all seven Expansion Packs in one box for the first time.
Get all the Details!

Charles London and Hunter Howe discuss designing The Sims 2 in our latest podcast.
Download the audio!
Open in iTunes!
Learn about Podcasts

New screenshots of The Sims 2 Holiday Editon and The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack are available! Check out the About pages to see the shots and for information about ordering The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack by digital download.
Learn More

The Seventh episode of the Strangerhood Movie series is live!
Watch it!

Our Sims community is in the spotlight this week. Simparool, a Dutch Sims newspaper fansite, is celebrating their second anniversary. Glamour Sim, a top download fansite for female fashions, is celebrating their fifth anniversary. Last but not least, we've added four new videos of The Sims Played by ads featuring fans from our community.
Visit Simparool (In Dutch)
Visit Glamour Sim
The New Sims Played by Videos

The Sims has been nominated for induction into the walk of game at the Metreon in San Francisco, California! Winners are selected based on fans' votes.
Read the details
Vote Now!

The Sims 2 for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, GBA, and Nintendo DS ships to stores today.
Read the Press Release

Grab the popcorn, because we have a Sim Day packed full of fun for you fans. First, see your fellow Simmers featured in our new "The Sims Played by" campaign. Next, watch fellow Simmers in the video from The Sims 2 Sneak Peek fan event. Finally, see the opening trailer video for The Sims 2 on console!
The Sims Played by Videos
The Sims Sneak Peek
The Sims 2 Console Trailer

Download the teen vampires Amelia and Bart, for a long night out that won't suck.
Download Bart
Download Amelia

We've released a patch update for the University and Nightlife Expansion packs. Use the patch for the latest released expansion pack you have installed.
Get the update!

The Sims 2 Holiday Edition contains the original game plus 40 new holiday-themed items. For fans who already own The Sims 2, The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack offers only the bonus content and not the full game. The Community will also receive 12 of the Holiday items as downloads from thesims2.com during our Holiday Giveaway!
The Sims 2 Holiday Edition
The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack

Producer Virginia McArthur answers your questions about the upcoming handheld versions of The Sims 2 in our latest podcast.
Download the audio!
Open in iTunes!
Learn about Podcasts

Send your friends some spooky greetings with our new Halloween Postcard.
Send a postcard!

Producer Shanti Bergel answers your questions about the upcoming mobile version of The Sims 2 in our latest podcast.
Download the audio!
Open in iTunes!
Learn about Podcasts

Check out the hot tubs, dancing, storylines and excitement in screenshots from The Sims 2 on Console, GBA, and Nintendo DS platforms.
See the Console screens
See the screens from GBA
See the Nintendo DS screens

"A new look, a new developer, and a second try at capturing the entirety of human history on your hard drive."
Read the article

The Sims 2 on XBox, PS2, GameCube, Nintendo DS, and Gameboy Advance has gone gold! The games should be in stores everywhere by October 26th.

Sr. Producer Scot Amos answers your questions about the upcoming console versions of The Sims 2 in our latest podcast.
Download the audio!
Open in iTunes!
Learn about Podcasts

See the highlights of The Sims 2 on XBox, PS2, and Gamecube straight from the mouth of one of its creators in The Sims 2 Designer Walk-Through.
Watch it!

Get your free guest pass with Club Pogo and get access to over 20 exclusive games, Pogo Minis, and receive 50,000 tokens.
Redeem your guest pass today!

Check out the evolution of a date in the Nightlife Expansion Pack.
Watch it

Gamespot gets another look at The Sims 2 for Mobile.
Read the article

Listen to Tim LeTourneau talk about Nightlife in our premiere Sims 2 Podcast.
Download the audio!
Open in iTunes!
Learn about Podcasts

Update your fansite with loot from The Sims 2 on Xbox, PS2, Gamecube, PSP, DS, and GBA! Get screenshots, screensavers and more!
Download it!

The Sims 2 Content Manager Tool has been updated with improvements suggested by the community. Simply delete your old version and download the new!
Get the updated Content Manager

"Regardless of social oddities, the guys that are working on The Sims 2 franchise have already demonstrated the know how to provide new personality to an already fun filled experience with University. Nightlife is no exception."
IGN.com
"It's a nice addition, especially for those that want to be able to get out on the town and experience more of the sim social life instead of the sim home life."
GameSpy.com

Electronic Arts announced today that The Sims™ 2 Nightlife, the second expansion pack to the critically-acclaimed PC game The Sims 2, will ship starting today in North America under the EA™ brand.

"We dove straight into the Story mode and were immediately presented with the daunting character creation interface. Don't get us wrong, it's not daunting in the sense that it's complicated to use, it's daunting because there are such a ridiculous amount of customization options."
Read The Review!

What does The Sims 2 mean to you and how do you play? We are looking for fans to interview for a video project that's currently in development. There are so many great fans out there and we are anxious to hear about some of your experiences playing the game. If you are an avid player of The Sims games and reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, we'd love to hear from you!

We have added a cornucopia of screenshots for Nightlife, PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, GameBoy Advance, Nintendo DS, PSP, and mobile. Head on over to the About section for the latest from your favorite game!
A Cornucopia Of Screenshots!

"GameSpy hits the streets with some digital friends in EA's latest update to the Sims 2 world."
Read the article

See how The Sims 2 offers a unique experience for console players!
Read the article

Gamespot gets the scoop on Nightlife from Tim LeTourneau
Read the article

Find out what the stars are saying about you for the month of September!
Talk To The Stars!

Are you planning a night out on the town? Invite all your friends with The Sims 2 Nightlife-themed Evite invitation!
Check it out

"Today, Electronic Arts announced that The Sims 2: Nightlife has gone gold and will ship as scheduled on September 13."
Find out more...

Send your friends more Nightlife e-cards!
Send an e-card

"It's easy to get lost in adding all of the new stuff and styles to your house to make it an even cooler place for your sims to hang out but there's a ton of new places to go and interactions to have with other sims as well."
Read The Preview!

"Now Maxis is seeking to bring the experience to all the major consoles, and after spending a little time with a prerelease build of the game, we're happy to report that the essentials seem to have been preserved, with a few console-specific goodies thrown in for good measure."
Check out the review

We'll be launching our first ever Sims 2 Community Podcast soon. Submit your interview questions for our producers today!
Read the details here

"Nightlife promises to be a big expansion for The Sims 2, and we imagine that it will be far more popular than the University expansion, simply because it will have a much bigger impact on the original game."
Check it out

The transcripts from the Chat with the Nightlife Team about the new Expansion Pack are live!
Read the chat

During the weekend of August 19th to 21st, TSR will be celebrating its 6th Birthday! To celebrate they will be setting almost 20,000 files to free and will have tons of prizes to give away in our Survey Prize Draw. TSR Staff and Featured Artists will be in the Chat Room during the weekend too.
Join The Party

The team at Maxis is constantly focused on making the best, most entertaining games for their fans. Every once in a while, we hold focus groups to give players a chance to provide feedback on the games we are creating.We'll be holding these groups in the San Francisco Bay Area on August 23rd and will be selecting people to participate in the discussions.

Pre-order The Nightlife Expansion Pack and receive an exclusive Music Download!
Get your Music!

What do the stars have in store for you? Check out the August Nightlife horoscopes to find out.
See your future

Preview the highlights of The Nightlife Expansion pack in the latest video.
Watch it!

The Sims 2 Content Manager is a simple tool that allows you to view modified content added to your game. You can then enable, disable or delete the content from this tool, and have this reflected in The Sims 2 game and it's expansion packs.
Get The Sims 2 Content Manager

The Sims 2 brings new items, new features, and control tweaks to the console (PS2, Xbox, and GCN)
Read more!

The Sims 2 Nightlife Expansion Pack will be in retail stores September 15th. Pre-order now to secure your copy before the rush and receive an exclusive car download!
Download Your New Car!

Some fun new Nightlife screenshots and a video have been released. Look in the Screenshots and Video section.
Check out the goods!

The Nightlife Styles Contest Winners have been announced. Over one thousand entries were received for this contest and these two winning outfits will be featured in The Sims 2 Nightlife coming this Fall!
See The Winners!

Congratulations to Limbo1n! His film, "Everyday" moved our judges and he was awarded the Grand Prize for Best Overall Film in The Sims 2 Student Life Movie Contest with USC School of Movie-Television.
See the Winners

...or Get Well Soon with a postcard from TheSims2.com. 2 more cards are available for you to send a special message to someone you care about.
Send A Special Message

The Sims have found their way to the USA Network website.
Can you find them?

Senior Producer Tim LeTourneau takes you through Nighlife with this 6 minute video.
View the Video

Have a look at the DJ in action in the new Nightlife video.
Check out the video!

Each one of you probably has their own unique and special story... and we want to hear it. This is your chance to share your Sims biography with Maxis as we endeavor to create a collage of The Sims 2 player biographies.
Fill out your Bio!

What do the stars have in store for you this July? Check out the July Nightlife horoscopes to find out.
Learn your future

We have added 2 new postcards to the mail center! Now you can send a Thank You note or send a special note to your best friend. Let someone know you care!
Send A Postcard!

Decorate your desktop with your choice of Nightlife wallpapers. Now available in the Get Cool Stuff section.
Start Decorating your Desktop!

Four new Nightlife Screens have been added to the site.
See the screens!

A new Nightlife video is live.
Check out the video!

Wondering what to give a Sim Father who has everything? How bout the sophisticated Nikko Chair!
Get the download

Update your fansite with Nightlife schwag! Get box shots, movies, screenshots, and more!
Get The Kit!

We have added 2 more cards to The Sims 2 Post Office! Now you can send a birthday card to your friend or invite people to your next party. Cheers!
Send More Cards!

Questions about Nightlife? Read the transcripts of our chat with Tim LeTourneau, Hunter Howe, and Lyndsay McGaw from Thursday, June 16th.
Transcripts

Now you can send a special graduation postcard to your friends from TheSims2.com! More cards will be coming soon but you can get started by congratulating all the new grads. Summer is here!
Visit The Post Office

Get to know the site moderators! We have some fabulous moderators on the site who help other simmers in need, keep things running smoothly, moderate the boards, and help enforce the rules that Maxis has set up. Meet our SimMaster for June, SimMasterRalph!
Read the Interview

To see what the stars have in store for your Sims (and you!) take a look at what The Sims 2 Nightlife astrologer forecasts in your near future.
What's In Your Future?

"This is a feature for the fans, something they've wanted for so long, and the team is just psyched to give it to them."
Read The Interview

May 30th is the deadline to enter The Sims 2 Student Life Movie Contest with USC School of Cinema-Television! The Winner could possibly win $5000!
Read the Details

Tim LeTourneau demonstrates The Sims 2 Nightlife at E3.
Watch the video!

A new video for The Sims 2 XBOX, PS2, and Game Cube has been released.
Watch it!

"Naturally, the new expansion adds plenty of new toys to the mix, but it also brings loads of new gameplay elements as well."
Read The Article

A new The Sims 2 Nightlife Video has been released in the Nightlife area!
Take a look!

New screenshots have been added to The Sims 2 Nightlife area!
Check 'em out!

This video was created for E3, the Electronic Entertainment Expo our biggest convention of the year. This year we have a 360 degree video that was created using The Sims 2, The Sims 2 University & The Sims 2 Nightlife.
See the video!

Get to know the site moderators! We have some fabulous moderators on the site who help other simmers in need, keep things running smoothly, moderate the boards, and help enforce the rules that Maxis has set up. Meet our SimMaster of the Month, SimMasterKat!
Read the Interview

We would like to thank everyone that submitted their work to the Sims 2 Nightlife Style Contest. We have our work cut out for us as we received over 1000 entries from North America alone! We will be brewing some extra coffee as we are currently in the process of reviewing them all.

Even though Nikki is dead her voice-over confuses everyone. Watch Wade rap, he's totally K9.
What Up Dog?

If you're looking for the poll it has been moved to the Community page.
Get your vote on!

"... EA is not only cognizant of the differences between console and mobile, but also it's come up with some interesting ideas to meet its possible challenges head-on, as well as bridge the gap between the two worlds."
Read The Interview

We have added some new search fields for Lots: Custom Content, Lot Size, Number of Floors, and Lot Value. Now you can refine your searches a little more to help you find the content you're looking for. Look for the new fields in the refined search forms on the left-hand side of the results page. Enjoy!

Want to know more about The Sims 2 on your favorite console? GameSpot.com sheds some light on this new game.
Watch Interview

Impress the Judges with your film-making talents! Create a film about a Day in the Life of a Student with The Sims 2 and/or The Sims 2; University Expansion Pack for the possible chance to win either $5,000 or a four week position as a Maxis Associate.
Details Here!

UK Simmers have the chance to win some great mobile phone and Sims 2 University prizes in The Sims 2 University Campus! Recruit your friends on your mobile for your chance to win!
Start Dialing!

2 new screenshots have been added to the About Nightlife area.
Check 'em out!

Watch GameSpot.com's video interview with Virginia McArthur where she sheds some light on The Sims 2 storyline for NDS and GBA.
Go To GameSpot.com

Electronic Arts today announced that The Sims™ 2 is in development for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox® video game system from Microsoft, the Nintendo GameCube™, and for all handhelds including PSP™ handheld videogame system, the Nintendo DS™, the Nintendo Game Boy® Advance and mobile phones.

IFilms.com is featuring our favorite neighborhood drama, The Strangerhood. Available now if your favorite media format.
Go To IFilms.com

Add a little piece of the Orient to your neighborhood, and display your lion with pride.
Get the download!

For monthly info, and the inside story from developers on all of Maxis' new games, subscribe to the Sim Insider! Subscribe to The Sims 2 Scoop where you'll be the first to hear about new games, screens, movies, and the latest community news!
Sign Up For The Sims Insider
Sign Up For The Sims 2 Scoop

We've updated the "Runs With Scissors" download so they will be a little less attractive to them.
Download A New Pair

IGN.com intereviews Tim and Rod from the Nightlife Expansion Pack team.
Get The Scoop About Nightlife

Get fierce and unleash your inner fashion designer with Maxis' The Sims 2 Nightlife Style Contest for a chance to have your clothing design included in the next Expansion Pack for The Sims 2. When it comes to this contest, it's literally about dressing to impress!
Read the contest details!

We've added a new section to the Community Showcase on the BBS: Challenges! Post and discuss challenges and contests in this area. Invent your own challenge or find a new challenge to tackle - all in one section.
Check it out!

Redecorate your MySims page in style with the new Nightlife theme.
I Love The Nightlife!

"The expansion promises to open the game up and really beef up the community lots, making them not just shopping destinations but places where Sims could blow whole evenings partying away."
Go To GameSpy.com

Electronic Arts announced today that The Sims™ 2 Nightlife is under development from Maxis™ studio, the creators of the widely popular franchise, The Sims™.

What is that orange XML icon? It means our RSS news feed is now live! Now you can add news from TheSims2.com directly to your fansite or RSS news reader to keep up to date on all the latest news.
Learn More About RSS

Celebrate the tomfoolery with the "Running With Scissors" Playset! Beware: Running with Scissors for too long can be extremely detrimental to your sims health.
Get the download!

Nikki is dead! How did it happen? Was it a swarm of locusts? Lightning? Did she get hit by space debris? It looks like Wade and Tovar can't remember!
Watch Episode 5!

WorldSims.org has organized a fansite scavenger hunt! Can you find the clues scattered around the fansite community? If you can find the clues there are prizes awaiting you!
Start Seaching!

Cheetah from TheSimsZone.co.uk had some time to interview Will Wright at The Sims 2 SimPosium event. Find out what is going on in the mind of our favorite game designer.
Read The Interview

Need some help with The Sims 2 University? IGN.com has put together a nice guide on getting you through the college years.
Visit The Tutor

What, and who, is behind the atmospheric melodies of The Sims 2. Eeyooma Mana Muki Vop anyone?
Meet Robi!

On February 18th, 2005 Maxis held The Sims 2 VIP SimPosium. Fansites from all over the world were invited to Maxis to learn more about The Sims 2 University and to attend classes by The Sims 2 team. Everything about The Sims 2 was discussed and lots of fun was had by all. Check out some video highlights.
Who Is That Singing?

Toy teddy bear dawns a bunny suit and hops into your game in time for Easter.
Get the download!

We have updated the Help section to include cheat codes for The Sims 2 and The Sims 2 Univserity. Want to get more height out of your buildings? Check out the new Help area.
The Sims 2 Cheats
The Sims 2 University Cheats

Teen Scene Magazine is having a contest where 5 lucky winners will receive a copy of The Sims 2 University. Will you be one of the lucky ones?
Get Contest Details

The first 2 chapters of The Sims 2 University Prima Guide are now available for download in the Help area.
Thanks Prima!

The BBS will be down for maintenance Tuesday at 9 AM PST. The BBS will be back online by 11 AM PST. Sorry for any inconvenience.

"There's no doubt about it: the game is addictive."
Read The Article!

"The expansion pack already exceeded my expectations."
Read The Review!

In case you missed our chat with The Sims 2 University team you can find out what you missed in the chat transcripts.
Read The Transcripts

"More than anything else, The Sims 2 University adds a lot of bang for your buck."
Read The Review

Members of the Sims development team reminisce about what they learned over the five years since the release of the original game.
Experience DeJa Vu

Now you can show your off your love for Zombies or your devotion to your Fraternity or Sorority with 2 new themes available for your MySims page.
Update Your Theme Today!

Be sure to tune into G4 today at 4:pm PST to hear Tim talk about The Sims 2 University!.
Find Out More At G4

"Does Sims 2 University significantly add to the Sims 2 experience? Is it worth the money? The short answer to both questions is yes: there's a lot of meaty content here and some awesome new gameplay to explore."
Party On!

"It provides a whole campus for these young adults, complete with all the essentials, such as classes, grades, and career paths. It also offers a ton of extracurricular activities, including dorm parties, fraternity/sorority cliques, and mascot brawls."
Throw Your Mortar Board In The Air!

The Sims celebrates its five-year anniversary this month, but it all started with a toilet. GameSpy.com interviews Will Wright.
Read The Interview

Have you seen The Sims 2 University TV commercial? If not you can catch a repeat performance here.
Enjoy The Show

"I get really fascinated with certain aspects of the real world. It's a process of discovery, where something as boring as city planning is actually very interesting if you see it the right way."
Read The Interview

"Jimmy Jr. steps headlong into his junior year and the end of innocence..."
Will Jimmy Graduate?

A fresh new batch of University screenshots are now availabe in the Expansion Pack section. Enjoy!
I Wanna See!

Want to add a new neighborhood to your game? Find the balance in your life with the new Ying-Yang island location available in the new Neighborhoods area of the GetCoolStuff section.
Find The Balance!

"In the latest edition of our designer diaries, Hunter Howe, one of the designers on University, tells us some fun anecdotes about developing the game."
Show Me The Gold!

What better way to see the upcoming Sims 2 expansion pack than through the eyes of a Sim herself?
Peek In On Her Correspondence

Watch The Sims 2 University in action as Senior Producer Tim LeTourneau gives you a video tour of The Sims 2 University.
Go To Preview
Watch Developer Video

Watch how 2 different bands rock the crowd at a University house party.
Git Yer Groove On!

3 delicious new University themed wallpapers are now available in the Get Cool Stuff section. Download yours today!
Go To GetCoolStuff!

Help KillerSims.com celebrate their 5 year anniversary! They have a new contest where you can win a copy of The Sims 2 University!
Let's Get This Party Started!

Announce your romantic intentions to the world with The Cupid Commando's Action Cherub Statue!
Gimme Some Download Love!

"After a rowdy Freshman year, however, her adventures have only begun. This week we peek in and learn about choosing a major, new career options, jobs around campus and more..."
Read The Letters!

We're a finalist in the SxSW Web Conference for best community site! Make us a People's Choice Winner by voting everyday thru March 1!
VOTE!
Find Out More About SxSW

"This exclusive trailer gives you a taste of what The Sims 2 University is all about."
Live The University Life

"Those of us who studied Econ 101 by playing quarters know that there's more to higher learning than libraries and study groups. We asked University Senior Producer Tim LeTourneau why we should pledge EA..."
See What Tim Has To Say

Want to see the new University Pool Table in action? Check out this new movie in the Expansion Pack area.
Rack 'Em!

Want to see how your Sims might celebrate Valentines Day in The Sims 2 University? Find out in the Expansion Pack area!
*SMOOTCH*

Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday dear Sims! Happy Birthday to you! And many more....!
Help Blow Out The Candles!

Who can make 4 grilled cheese sandwiches and eat them the fastest? Find out which team is watching their carbs in the latest episode of The Strangerhood.
Who Got Eliminated?

The winners have been announced for The Sims 2 New Beginnings Movie Contest! Congratulations to Aprylhalbrooks14 for creating the winning film, "New You"!
Watch the winning movies

Just in time for Valentines Day is the new Veronaville theme for your MySims page. See it in action at MaxoidMonkey's place.
See It On MaxoidMonkey's MySimPage

Let your voice be heard and take a short survey!
Go To Survey

Check out the latest screenshots of The Sims 2 University on PCGameWorld.com.
See The Screenshots!

Our favorite comedy site interviews our favority game designer.
Visit The Onion.com

The Academy Of Interactive Arts & Sciences has awarded The Sims 2 with Simulation Of The Year!
See The Winners

Tim LeTourneau, Thomas Vu, and Hunter Howe joined us in a chat to answer your questions about The Sims 2 University Expansion pack and share their thoughts about the new items and gameplay included in the expansion.
Check Out The Transcripts!

Have a ball building your own snowman with the Snowman Construction Set!
Get The Snowman

"Today GameSpy kicks off an ongoing series chronicling the adventures of a Sim attending The Sims 2 University. She's pretty busy with classes, but has graciously allowed us to publish her correspondence from inside the game."
Read The Letters

You can now pre-order The Sims 2 University. If you pre-order from the EA store you can receive a coupon code for FREE SHIPPING as well as a certificate for $5 off your next purchase of any product in The Sims family, PC or Console!
Pre-Order Today!

"In this edition of our designer diaries, the folks at Maxis fill us in on some of the new places that you'll be able to explore in The Sims 2 University, as well as the odd jobs that your sims can do to earn much-needed spending money. And finally, they tell us about some of the new furnishings and themes we can expect in this expansion pack."
Go To GameSpot.com

"For the small minority that haven't allowed themselves the pleasure of playing this game's predecessor, I dare you to give this one a chance and you'll no doubt see what the craze is all about."
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With this gorgeous decorative screen you're Sims can reconfigure and maximize his or her space!
Get The Object

The Sims 2 University Expansion Pack will ship March 1st, and be in stores March 3rd!
See The Trailer
See New Screenshots

There are less then two weeks left to enter The New Beginnings Sims 2 Movie contest. Entries are due by January 23rd. Create a comedy around the theme, "New Beginnings", and you could win a Digital Video Camera! Meet the challenge and enter your movie!
See Details

We've just released a new update. This update fixes Custom Content Browser (CCB) support for Asian territories and fixes bugs related to downloadable objects. To download the update, head on over to the updates area.
Get The Update

Tired of your avatar looking like everyone else on the virtual Sims block? Well now you can update your avatar with our new Create-An-Avatar tool! Get a fresh new look for the new year!
Give My Avatar A Facelift!

During the weekend of January 7-9 2005, The Sims Resource will be celebrating the milestone of having over 100,000 Custom Creations for "The Sims" games with 10,000 free downloads, a contest, and more!
Go To TheSimsResource.com

Feeling nostalgic? Do you miss the original Sims website? Well now you can add some flavor from the past to your MySim page with The Sims Classic MySim page theme.
I Remember When...

Now you can rank the movies pod on a MySims page. When you're done voting, head on over to the new Movies area in the Community Section and check out our interview with movie-director extraordinaire, MaxisPlumbob.
Action!

What's that new button in the nav bar? Why it's a direct link to all the latest info about The Sims 2 University Expansion Pack! College town, new young adult age group, earn degrees and open up new careers! Find out more in the Expansion section.
Open Your Notebook

In honor of the coming New Year, The Sims(TM) 2 is sponsoring a new movie contest. Create a comedy around the theme, "New Beginnings", and you could win a Digital Video Camera!
See Details

See how the gang in The Strangerhood celebrates the holidays.
Visit The Strangerhood

GameSpy chatted briefly with Sims 2 tools Producer Darren Futa to get a little more info on the free utility and what was coming next.
Read The Interview

Get The Sims 2 HomeCrafter Plus, the hot new tool that lets you create unique design elements you can use to personalize your Sim's lots and homes!
Get The Tool!

Bring the festivities of Kwanzaa to your Sim's home with this decorative Kinara.
Light The First Candle

The scent of pine will fill your home and your room will twinkle with this beautifully decorated Christmas Tree!
Trim The Tree

"Once a student has managed to graduate, four new careers will be unlocked to them adding even more reward to gameplay."
Go To IGN.com

We have added a few new pods to the homepage. The poll is back! Cast your vote in our rather unscientific polling area, check out the latest uploads from the community, or see what the community is talking about in the Community Update pod. Enjoy!

Bring a little holiday spirit to your desktop with these 3 new wallpapers. Enjoy!
Get Some Holiday Spirit

The Sims 2 University Design Team chat transcripts are live! This chat featured Charles London, Hunter Howe, Kevin Hogan, and Thomas Vu chatting about the fun new world of The Sims 2 University.
Get The Transcripts!

Have you taken the Legacy Challenge? How did Pinstar1161 come up with this challenge that everyone is talking about?
Learn More About The Legacy Challenge

The festival of lights is about to begin! Celebrate with the season with the Chanukah Menorah.
Get the Download

It looks like the Strangerhood gang is having some problems with their pet fish. Check out the latest episode: We Have A Floater.
Visit The Strangerhood

Now you can update your game to version 1.0.0.971. To see a complete list of fixes and download the patch, head on over to the updates area.
Download The Patch

"Play this game out over many Sim generations, and you get as sublime a sense of the whole human comedy as any art form can give."
Go To Time.com

We would like the thank all of the creative users that entered our Horror Movie Contest. Congratulations to Aprilsghoffmann on her wonderful winning entry. Check out all the winners in the Community area.
Let's See The Winners!

Now you can show your college spirit by choosing the 'University Theme' on your MySim page. See how MaxoidMonkey has done it!
Go Team!

We are conducting focus groups in the San Francisco Bay Area. If you own The Sims 2 and are interested in participating, we invite you to come join us for a two-hour and 15-minute discussion. If you qualify, the discussion will last approximately two hours and 15 minutes and participants will be compensated. We have hired an independent research company to conduct these discussions. If you would like more information or would like to participate, please email your NAME and PHONE NUMBER to: creative@nicholsresearch.com and mention The Sims 2 game project in the subject line. Nichols Research will then call you to discuss the details.

Electronic Arts announced today that EA's Maxis(TM) Studio is developing The Sims(TM) 2 University, the first expansion pack for the highly-acclaimed The Sims 2 PC game.

GameSpy interviews Kevin Hogan about The Sims 2 University. Find out about the new age range, roomies, toga's, and more.
Fill Out Your College Application

You can call it a patch. You can call it an update. And soon you'll be able to download it from TheSims2.com. That's right - the patch is in the final stages of certification and should be available very, very soon. We really appreciate all of the feedback that you've given us and wanted to share with you details about items that should be resolved with this patch.

Enter for a chance to win a copy of The Urbz! Check out all the Urbz characters and try to recreate one using The Sims 2 Create-A-Sim tool. Upload your work to the Exchange, and email contests@maxis.com with a link to your creation!

"It's like crossing the streams in Ghostbusters, it seemed like a horrible idea that could have ended the world, but has actually turned out pretty well."
Read The Full Interview

The Sims 2 has been nominated in 2 categories, Best PC Game and Most Addictive Game. You can cast your vote for Most Addictive game and then watch the 2004 Video Game Awards to see if your favorite game won!
Cast Your Vote At SpikeTV.com

You may have a lot or very little, but whatever your lot in life, it's time to give thanks (to Maxis) and pay homage to America's most American holiday, or pay tribute to your favorite ancient Greek deities with this time-honored horn of plenty.
Get The Download

Find out in Strangerhood's Episode 2!
Download The Episode

Chat with Rooster Teeth Productions, creators of "The Strangerhood", an all-new series of movies based on The Sims 2. They'll answer questions about writing scripts and creating movies with The Sims 2.
Read The Transcripts

Now you can download the latest episode of The Strangerhood from TheSims2.com. Head on over to the Get Cool Stuff section to see what you've been missing.
Where Am I?

Electronic Arts will be conducting focus groups that will discuss The Sims video games on the evening of Thursday, November 11, in Encino, California.

Think you have what it takes to scare us? Enter The Sims 2 Horror Movie Contest for a chance to win a Digital Video Camera!

Our ghoulish sound team has created some terrifying tunes for you to add to your horrific movie creations. Muh ha ha!
Enter At Your Own Risk

In the 3rd of 10 Comics, Jayde travels to the South Side Bridge district, where she rubs elbows with the hard-nosed Louie Bricks and the rest of his crew of Wise-guys-and-gals.
Read Urbz Comix

Customize your MySim Pages with the new Strangetown Theme! Manage it through your MySim Page's "Customize Layout" pod, and then click "Customize Simpage Look-and-Feel", select "Strangetown".

Maxis and Will Wright have been nominated for Billboards 2004 Digital Entertainment Award for Game Developer Of The Year and Visionary Of The Year respectively. Wish us luck!
Look At Our Nominations!

The first episode of The Strangerhood is now available for your viewing pleasure.
Who are you?

IGN.com interviews the creators of The Strangerhood. Find out some of the tricks to how they make their movies and more.
Read The Interview

Inflatable, illuminated Scaredy cats, Goblin Cauldrons and Jack-O-Lanterns! Download them through your in-game browser or by trick-or-treating in our exchange.
Trick Or Treat!

Get inside The Urbz game with Game Designer Sean Baity, Design Director Mike Perry, Assistant Producer Cheryl Platz, and Assistant Producer JoAnna Lio.
Go to The Urbz to read the transcripts.

Inflatable, illuminated Scaredy cats, Goblin Cauldrons and Jack-O-Lanterns! These objects are coming soon to The Sims 2, but GameSpy's got the screenshots now.
See Them At GameSpy

PGNX.net and Gamers-Depot.com review The Sims 2 and give it a 9.4/10 and a 4 out of 5 respectivly. "The game is addictive. It allows you a chance to play out an enormous amount of "what ifs" that could apply to you own life. This is a marvelous hook."
Go to PGNX.net
Go to GamersDepot.com

Thank you to everyone that showed up for our chat event. If you couldn't make it the transcripts will posted in the chat area.
Read The Transcripts

Rooster Teeth Production, the creators of the popular redvsblue online movie series, are developing an online series comedy called "The Strangerhood" set in The Sims 2.
Visit The Strangerhood

Tell 'em how you made your movie by adding this 'Made With The Sims 2' ending to your movies. Available in 3 sexy sizes.
Ready? Action!

"Easily the best computer game of the year, "The Sims 2" will not disappoint."
Office Productivity At CNN Drops

This cheat code turns off facial bounding limitations for Create-A-Family created Sims. It prevents the normal corrections the game will make for two parents with very different facial structures, which can result in very unusual children.

UK user Nyaren has posted an excellent tutorial on how to add a basement to your Sims' home. Available in Regular and Advanced flavors.
Regular
Advanced

"At the core of The Sims is balance, according to Wright."
Look Deeper Into Will's Soul

Anyone that purchases The Sims 2 at the San Francisco Virgin Megastore can get their copy of TS2 signed by Will Wright from 5-6 pm. The first 50 people that buy the game starting at 5 pm on Friday will get a T-shirt.

Editors Choice Award
"The Sims are back and they're better than ever."
Read The Review

Each day through Sept. 20, 1up.com will be updating their diary with their latest impressions, observations and misadventures.
Go To 1up.com

"If you were a fan of the original, you're going to love this."
Read The Rest!

"...it's deeper, has more flexibility, it's more engrossing, and it's even easier to modify and expand."
Go To IGN.com

"The Sims 2 is a great sequel and a great game in its own right, and it's recommendable to just about anyone."
Read The Review

Looking for more examples of deeper gameplay from The Sims 2? GameSpy has posted an extended review for your enjoyment.
Join Bufus's Trailer Party

"It's deeper, has more flexibility, it's more engrossing, and it's even easier to modify and expand."
Ya gotta read the review!

"The Sims 2 is a brilliant simulation but also a wonderful caricature of life in general."
IGN Said What?