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IGN.com Previews Nightlife
30 Aug 2005 - 23:00

"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."

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The Sims 2 Nightlife

We gussy up and head out for a night on the town.

Nightlife is the second in what will most assuredly be many expansions to The Sims 2. It's a concept that's been run by us before in the franchise with Hot Date for the original Sims, but that particular title didn't exactly have the oomph and personality behind it to really provide a nightlife feel of going out on the town. The folks at Maxis look to have the kinks worked out with this newest expansion (which just went gold today by the way) as it adds a lot of new features to an already fulfilling game experience. Along with the obligatory bunch of new items, some good new gameplay features have been implemented to help your sims along in their social lives (especially their romantic ones) while adding in some of the same quirky bits as we've seen in the past.

Many of you have seen the Sims 2 features and previews we've done in the past here at IGNPC, so you'll already be familiar with the players in the drama of Strangetown. Steve, Tal, Tom, and myself (all members of the IGN crew) along with a stowaway of sorts Jimmy all inhabited a quaint little roofless shack during the preview period for the original Sims 2. After the drama of Jimmy's long lost illegitimate child coming into his life and heading off to college for plenty of adventures, the focus moved back to the household of the Peeceers and the fab five fools who have collected quite a sum of money thanks to high paying jobs and an exorbitant amount of The Elixir of Life.

Seeing as the house was a big focus of their lives, the first order of business was upgrading the abode into a new echelon of luxury… which required a whole lot of restructuring due to one of the biggest new additions, cars and driveways. The lot the Peeceers live upon is not the biggest on the block and therefore they have pretty much run out of room at this point. In order to make way for the driveway, which is required to purchase a car (there is no street parking in Strangetown or any other sim neighborhood), much of the house had to be redesigned to make room for the cumbersome piece of concrete. Small lots are definitely going to have a difficulty owning a car or garages are certainly going to have to be taken into account when originally building as there's no option for underground parking or uphill driveways to reach a certain height.

The Sims 2 Nightlife
The dancing sphere is danger!

But the good thing is, it allows sim families to own cars. Carpools will still come by to pick sims up for work (the best alarm clock of them all) but now sims can go out on joyrides, hang out in the car and listen to the radio, drive downtown, pick up their dates to go out on the town, and even get a little hot and steamy in the back seat for some WooHoo action. There are a few cars to choose from, but if you have the cash, the fancy schmancy sports car is definitely the one you want and the one I eventually bought for our dysfunctional little family of five.

After that, it was just a matter of decking the place out with all of the new accoutrements. Dancing lights, electro dance sphere (which made my sim violently throw up), a poker table, various art pieces, and a pair of bowling alleys set in the new entertainment wing of the house. Basically, the house rocks now. It's just a matter of finding the space to fit all of the cool stuff.

But the new stuff sits in your house and a big part of this expansion is getting your sims out on the town. Just as was the case with the University expansion pack, each neighborhood will have to pick an area to visit on their trips into the hub of action. There is a default "Downtown" area up for choice, which seems good enough to me. There are a enough entertainment choices to keep your sims busy for years. Those that want to create their custom nightlife areas can feel free to do that as well.

Along with the regular shops and stops that most Sims players would expect to find out of their houses, destinations now also include bowling alleys (much hipper and exciting than any I've ever seen), nightclubs, and restaurants (a great way to go out on a date and fill up the mood meter as well). It's pretty easy to guess what these places are for, but you'll find that many of the locations have several attractive options inside such as a restaurant also having a dance floor, which makes a prime spot to take a date.

Dating is an interesting proposition. The guys at Maxis have made it much easier for the average Joe to score in Nightlife so that your lonely sims might finally have a chance at happiness. Dating is much like the Greek House experience from University. Once a date starts, sims will have a certain amount of time to reach as high a score as possible by impressing their heart's desire. A meter with several levels pops up when a date begins to show the progression without any embarrassing mixed signals. If your sims says or does something to make the date happy, the meter goes up. Say or do something bad, the meter goes down. However, if the meter goes up enough to reach a new level, more time is added to the date. Should the date reach "Perfect" status, your sim is likely in for a good night.

Making the dating easier is a new attraction system. Not only is it good for finding people to date, but it also works very well for hitting the right buttons when talking to them. A little lightning bolt will show up in any options that another sim would be likely to react well to.

Each sim also has values that make them more likely to be attracted to you. If you can find those out, you can even change your sim's looks to match a target's desires whether that be how fat your sim is or what color hair. These turn-ons and turn-offs can actually be changed along with aspirations (including the new Pleasure Seeker aspiration) using the new ReNuYu Senso Orb. If you want your sim to find formal wear a turn-off and blonde hair and facial hair a turn-on, it's up to you.

The Sims 2 Nightlife
Heading out for a ride

But along with the good comes the bad. Seeing as your sims have more emotion to their choices now, it's not surprising that they should swing to the opposite side of the love spectrum. Take Jimmy and Tom. They've always hated each other. But now they really hate each other. In fact, every time that Jimmy or Tom thinks of the other person, the thought bubble sprouts some hateful flames so there is no mistaking the anger there. During the period of time the hate is pumping, each sim is less likely to talk to each other at all. What this seems to mean though is that sims have much more violent tendencies. I've already seen a bunch of fights in the little bit of time I've played Nightlife.

There's a lot of good stuff in Nightlife. 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. The only things we haven't found yet are vampires and the fortune teller. Both of these are random occurrences when out on the town. Obviously, the vampire could provide a seriously life altering change to the life of your sims, so be on the lookout for that one. The fortune teller, on the other hand, apparently can provide insight into which other sims your sim should be hitting on. If all else fails, she also sells Love Potion #8.5 to boost any sim's attractiveness for a bit.

Check out the new screens included with the preview and make sure to keep your eyes peeled for more on The Sims 2 Nightlife before the game is released September 15th.

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Submit Your Questions for our Podcast!
25 Aug 2005 - 23:00

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

Very soon we're going to launch our first in a series of Sims 2 podcasts. Podcasts are sort of like a radio show you can download and listen to (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcasting).

For our very first show, we're going to interview MaxoidScot, the Producer for The Sims 2 on XBox, Playstation 2, and Gamecube and MaxoidVirg, the Producer for The Sims 2 on PSP, DS, GBA, and Mobile. Since this is our very first community radio show, we want to hear your questions! What do you want to know about the gameplay and cool features of these new games? What do you want to know about the games and how we make them?

Submit your questions here. We'll pick some of the questions and read them (and your screenname) on our Sims 2 community podcast!

I'm looking forward to hearing what you guys have to say.

Thanks,

MaxoidKane

**Edit on 8/29** Thanks for all the great questions everyone. Look for the Podcast soon!

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The Sims 2 Update - Nightlife T-mail #6
24 Aug 2005 - 23:00

Hi Everyone,

Thought I should give you a little update on everything going on with The Sims 2.

We have just put the finishing touches on The Sims 2 Nightlife. I can't believe you guys are going to playing it in just a few weeks. The team has had a blast making it and playing it. I can't wait to see what you think of it. I know I've talked about different game features, but I thought I would share a new neighborhood feature I really like. Attached are two shots of the new Downtown neighborhood (you can build your own if you prefer of course). It is the same camera angle and the same scene, the only difference is that I clicked the Day/Night button on the Neighborhood UI, it works in regular neighborhoods as well, so it can be nighttime in any neighborhood.

The Sims 2 Nightlife The Sims 2 Nightlife

The Sims 2 Nightlife is not the only thing that we have been working on at Maxis and the other teams here have been heads down on The Sims 2 for Sony Playstation 2, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Gamecube, Gameboy Advanced, Nintendo DS, Sony PSP, and even Mobile Phones. A little over a week ago we had some members of the community here at Maxis to check out all the new versions of the The Sims 2 and give us some feedback. I thought be cool to point you guys at what they had to say on their sites.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to introduce Scott Amos and Virginia McArthur to you guys. Scot is in charge of the Playstation, Xbox, and Gamecube versions, and Virginia is on everything handheld. They both wanted the opportunity to drop you guys a note about what they are working on and give you a little insight into their teams and games.

Talk to you soon,

Tim

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The Sims 2 Update - Nightlife T-mail #6
24 Aug 2005 - 23:00

Hi Everyone,

Thought I should give you a little update on everything going on with The Sims 2.

We have just put the finishing touches on The Sims 2 Nightlife. I can't believe you guys are going to playing it in just a few weeks. The team has had a blast making it and playing it. I can't wait to see what you think of it. I know I've talked about different game features, but I thought I would share a new neighborhood feature I really like. Attached are two shots of the new Downtown neighborhood (you can build your own if you prefer of course). It is the same camera angle and the same scene, the only difference is that I clicked the Day/Night button on the Neighborhood UI, it works in regular neighborhoods as well, so it can be nighttime in any neighborhood.

The Sims 2 Nightlife The Sims 2 Nightlife

The Sims 2 Nightlife is not the only thing that we have been working on at Maxis and the other teams here have been heads down on The Sims 2 for Sony Playstation 2, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Gamecube, Gameboy Advanced, Nintendo DS, Sony PSP, and even Mobile Phones. A little over a week ago we had some members of the community here at Maxis to check out all the new versions of the The Sims 2 and give us some feedback. I thought be cool to point you guys at what they had to say on their sites.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to introduce Scott Amos and Virginia McArthur to you guys. Scot is in charge of the Playstation, Xbox, and Gamecube versions, and Virginia is on everything handheld. They both wanted the opportunity to drop you guys a note about what they are working on and give you a little insight into their teams and games.

Talk to you soon,

Tim

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Gamespot previews Nightlife
19 Aug 2005 - 23:00

"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 Sims 2 Nightlife Exclusive Hands-On - The Sims Come Out At Night

By Jason Ocampo

We get our hands on the Nightlife expansion and unleash our sims on the new downtown area to discover vampires, cars, and how to turn a sim on.

The Sims 2 Nightlife is the second expansion pack for EA and Maxis' monster franchise, The Sims 2, and it's likely going to be a very popular one with the fans. While the first expansion, University, focused on college life and young adult sims, Nightlife is all about letting your sims go out on the town for a good time. We've gotten our hands on a nearly complete version of Nightlife and unleashed our sims on the new downtown areas to see what the deal is with this expansion. And while there are certainly a lot of similarities to the popular Hot Date expansion to the original The Sims, Nightlife also has plenty of new features to call its own.

The Sims 2 NightlifeRight off the bat, there is a lot of content packed into Nightlife, and it simply feels bigger than the University expansion, or maybe that's because instead of dividing all the new locales into three distinctly different areas, like University did, Nightlife comes with an uber-downtown with 31 different premade community lots that you can explore. You can use this downtown with each of the three preexisting towns that ship with The Sims 2, or with your own custom neighborhood. (The towns won't share the same downtown, but they'll create their own downtown using the same template.) And, of course, you can also create your own downtown, if you wish.

The downtown that ships with the expansion features plenty of variety, and there should be something that will appeal to all sorts of sims. There are clubs, such as the Crypt O' Night Club and the N3rD Pad, restaurants like Oresha Family Dining and Red's Famous '50s Diner, spas, parks, an art museum, a high-end grocery, bars, shops, and more. And, yes, these places are also open during the day, as well, so you're not limited to going to them only at night. In addition to the new building options, there are also a slew of new items to play with, including a spin machine (called the Electro Dance Sphere) that your sim can strap into and ride, as well as fancy new dance lights, a poker table, a photo booth, and more.

To populate these locales, there are also a bunch of new and interesting characters, including a couple of vampires, as well as a whole host of party guys and girls. And yes, the vampires are for real. Though we still haven't figured out yet how to turn our sim into a creature of the night, we have befriended two of the vampires in the game, and they need to hustle back to their caskets come daybreak or else they're in trouble. There's even a gypsy matchmaker who can set up your sim with a new dream date, but for a hefty 5,000 simoleans. She can also sell your sim a love potion that can make your sim irresistible, or a "cure" for any potential vampirism your sims are infected with, in case you discover that not being able to do anything for 12 hours every day isn't for you.

The Sims 2 NightlifeThere are a slew of new social interactions as well, most of which are geared toward facilitating group interaction. Your sim can now "ask" other sims a slew of questions, including their turn-ons and turnoffs (more on this later), if they want to form a casual group, what their jobs are, how much money they make, and more. If you can get a sim to go on a date, then the date meter appears, which indicates how much time is left on the date, as well as how the date is going. Basically, if you tried to get your sim into private school in the original game, then you're a bit familiar with how this works. You've got to keep your companion sim interested and engaged, as well as make sure that his or her needs are met. If the date goes well, it will stretch out longer and longer, allowing you to make your move. If it doesn't, well…things can get sour pretty quickly in that situation.

Do the Smustle!
Group interactions are a bit similar to the date meter, but on a larger scale. These are sort of like the wedding ceremonies in the original game, in which you select which sims to accompany you on the outing. There are actually two different forms of outings. A "just for fun" outing eliminates a time limit or a score, so you can just focus on, well, having fun. (And for a hilarious time, get a group together to do the "smustle" on the dance floor.) The "for an outing" outing has a time limit, as well as the pressure to rack up your outing score. The good news is that a successful outing, like a date, reaps different sorts of rewards.

The Sims 2 NightlifeThe last major new additions to the expansion are cars, so now your sim can purchase and own his or her own set of wheels. This cuts down considerably on the waiting time to go anywhere, and since time is the most valuable commodity in The Sims 2 (especially now that sims age and die), it's a nice addition. There are five different sorts of cars, and you can tailor the model to your sim's lifestyle. Sporty sims can get the sleek sports car, while familial sims can get the minivan. To get a car, simply build a driveway on your lot, and you can then select a car, assuming you can afford it. The most basic model comes in at 950 simoleans, but the top-of-the-line sports car is a whopping 11,950 simoleons, instantly making it one of the most expensive items in the game. You can also build a garage, which is probably a good investment if you shell out a ton of cash for your car.

Sim creation has been beefed up considerably, and the good news is that for those who were disappointed with the limited number of new clothing options in University, there are dozens of new wardrobe options to select from in Nightlife, including a Dracula-like vampire suit. More importantly, though, is the new pleasure aspiration, which makes your sim crave a good time out on the town. You can also now select a couple of turn-ons for your sim, as well as a turnoff. The turn-on/off system is icon-based, so simply select what your sim will be attracted and repulsed by, such as things like facial hair, formal clothes, fatness, a specific type of hair color, and more. And if you want to upgrade your sim to the pleasure aspiration (or to any other aspiration for that matter), the new ReNuYu Senso Orb allows your sim to change his or her life aspiration.

Aside from the colorful new content, Nightlife doesn't really feature any graphical improvements to the original game, though the new dance light effects are a bit nifty. Our only concern at this point is that there is so much going on when you go downtown that it can have an effect on your frame rate, so you'll most likely need to tinker with your detail settings in order to smooth things out. Meanwhile, there are a slew of new musical tracks in Nightlife, which are strangely catchy in their own way, as they give a techno theme to the entire experience.

The Sims 2 NightlifeNightlife 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. Much of University's content was limited to having a sim in college, and those college years literally sped by in a matter of days. But Nightlife's content fits in much better with the original gameplay, and it enhances it in so many ways. The new downtown area is downright huge, and there's a ton of new content to play with. Meanwhile, all the new customization options mean that you can create even more unique sims than ever before. In other words, Nightlife looks to be a blockbuster expansion for The Sims 2. And the good news is that the wait is almost over, because it's expected to ship next month.

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Gamespot previews Nightlife
19 Aug 2005 - 23:00

"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 Sims 2 Nightlife Exclusive Hands-On - The Sims Come Out At Night

By Jason Ocampo

We get our hands on the Nightlife expansion and unleash our sims on the new downtown area to discover vampires, cars, and how to turn a sim on.

The Sims 2 Nightlife is the second expansion pack for EA and Maxis' monster franchise, The Sims 2, and it's likely going to be a very popular one with the fans. While the first expansion, University, focused on college life and young adult sims, Nightlife is all about letting your sims go out on the town for a good time. We've gotten our hands on a nearly complete version of Nightlife and unleashed our sims on the new downtown areas to see what the deal is with this expansion. And while there are certainly a lot of similarities to the popular Hot Date expansion to the original The Sims, Nightlife also has plenty of new features to call its own.

The Sims 2 NightlifeRight off the bat, there is a lot of content packed into Nightlife, and it simply feels bigger than the University expansion, or maybe that's because instead of dividing all the new locales into three distinctly different areas, like University did, Nightlife comes with an uber-downtown with 31 different premade community lots that you can explore. You can use this downtown with each of the three preexisting towns that ship with The Sims 2, or with your own custom neighborhood. (The towns won't share the same downtown, but they'll create their own downtown using the same template.) And, of course, you can also create your own downtown, if you wish.

The downtown that ships with the expansion features plenty of variety, and there should be something that will appeal to all sorts of sims. There are clubs, such as the Crypt O' Night Club and the N3rD Pad, restaurants like Oresha Family Dining and Red's Famous '50s Diner, spas, parks, an art museum, a high-end grocery, bars, shops, and more. And, yes, these places are also open during the day, as well, so you're not limited to going to them only at night. In addition to the new building options, there are also a slew of new items to play with, including a spin machine (called the Electro Dance Sphere) that your sim can strap into and ride, as well as fancy new dance lights, a poker table, a photo booth, and more.

To populate these locales, there are also a bunch of new and interesting characters, including a couple of vampires, as well as a whole host of party guys and girls. And yes, the vampires are for real. Though we still haven't figured out yet how to turn our sim into a creature of the night, we have befriended two of the vampires in the game, and they need to hustle back to their caskets come daybreak or else they're in trouble. There's even a gypsy matchmaker who can set up your sim with a new dream date, but for a hefty 5,000 simoleans. She can also sell your sim a love potion that can make your sim irresistible, or a "cure" for any potential vampirism your sims are infected with, in case you discover that not being able to do anything for 12 hours every day isn't for you.

The Sims 2 NightlifeThere are a slew of new social interactions as well, most of which are geared toward facilitating group interaction. Your sim can now "ask" other sims a slew of questions, including their turn-ons and turnoffs (more on this later), if they want to form a casual group, what their jobs are, how much money they make, and more. If you can get a sim to go on a date, then the date meter appears, which indicates how much time is left on the date, as well as how the date is going. Basically, if you tried to get your sim into private school in the original game, then you're a bit familiar with how this works. You've got to keep your companion sim interested and engaged, as well as make sure that his or her needs are met. If the date goes well, it will stretch out longer and longer, allowing you to make your move. If it doesn't, well…things can get sour pretty quickly in that situation.

Do the Smustle!
Group interactions are a bit similar to the date meter, but on a larger scale. These are sort of like the wedding ceremonies in the original game, in which you select which sims to accompany you on the outing. There are actually two different forms of outings. A "just for fun" outing eliminates a time limit or a score, so you can just focus on, well, having fun. (And for a hilarious time, get a group together to do the "smustle" on the dance floor.) The "for an outing" outing has a time limit, as well as the pressure to rack up your outing score. The good news is that a successful outing, like a date, reaps different sorts of rewards.

The Sims 2 NightlifeThe last major new additions to the expansion are cars, so now your sim can purchase and own his or her own set of wheels. This cuts down considerably on the waiting time to go anywhere, and since time is the most valuable commodity in The Sims 2 (especially now that sims age and die), it's a nice addition. There are five different sorts of cars, and you can tailor the model to your sim's lifestyle. Sporty sims can get the sleek sports car, while familial sims can get the minivan. To get a car, simply build a driveway on your lot, and you can then select a car, assuming you can afford it. The most basic model comes in at 950 simoleans, but the top-of-the-line sports car is a whopping 11,950 simoleons, instantly making it one of the most expensive items in the game. You can also build a garage, which is probably a good investment if you shell out a ton of cash for your car.

Sim creation has been beefed up considerably, and the good news is that for those who were disappointed with the limited number of new clothing options in University, there are dozens of new wardrobe options to select from in Nightlife, including a Dracula-like vampire suit. More importantly, though, is the new pleasure aspiration, which makes your sim crave a good time out on the town. You can also now select a couple of turn-ons for your sim, as well as a turnoff. The turn-on/off system is icon-based, so simply select what your sim will be attracted and repulsed by, such as things like facial hair, formal clothes, fatness, a specific type of hair color, and more. And if you want to upgrade your sim to the pleasure aspiration (or to any other aspiration for that matter), the new ReNuYu Senso Orb allows your sim to change his or her life aspiration.

Aside from the colorful new content, Nightlife doesn't really feature any graphical improvements to the original game, though the new dance light effects are a bit nifty. Our only concern at this point is that there is so much going on when you go downtown that it can have an effect on your frame rate, so you'll most likely need to tinker with your detail settings in order to smooth things out. Meanwhile, there are a slew of new musical tracks in Nightlife, which are strangely catchy in their own way, as they give a techno theme to the entire experience.

The Sims 2 NightlifeNightlife 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. Much of University's content was limited to having a sim in college, and those college years literally sped by in a matter of days. But Nightlife's content fits in much better with the original gameplay, and it enhances it in so many ways. The new downtown area is downright huge, and there's a ton of new content to play with. Meanwhile, all the new customization options mean that you can create even more unique sims than ever before. In other words, Nightlife looks to be a blockbuster expansion for The Sims 2. And the good news is that the wait is almost over, because it's expected to ship next month.

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Nightlife Chat Transcripts are live
18 Aug 2005 - 23:10

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

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maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:18 PM)
Welcome to the Nightlife chat!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:31 PM)
Huzzah for the Nightlife chat!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:38 PM)
Hi everybody

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:40 PM)
Hi everybody!

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:42 PM)
Today we're talking to Maxis Hunter, MaxisLittleL, and MaxisAmy

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:44 PM)
You stole my line

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:48 PM)
Hi all!

Guest (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:11 PM)
About the new downtown, we have seen many skyscrapers pictures. Is it true? Is it going to be possible to live inside them?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:11 PM)
The skyscrapers you've seen are new neighborhood decorative objects. You can't live inside them but you can build tall buildings of your own and use them to accent yoru downtown Happy

LFox (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:43 PM)
how do vampires work? i've heard they can't go outside during the day so how can they even maintain a job?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:43 PM)
It can be tricky. They do tend to burn a bit on the way to the car or carpool. They're okay while at work, though. Workplaces are Vampire-safe.

blueirelandsea (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:59 PM)
Will there be more outfits available for men and boys in nightlife?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:00 PM)
Of course.

Sims2daMax (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:01 PM)
As you can see surrounding lots from your own lot in Nightlife, will it be possible to see neighborhood decorations such as trees, birds, and water towers?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:01 PM)
You will be able to see all the neighboring rocks, signs, fire hydrants... it's a really neat view outside your windows now

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:47 PM)
The chat will last one hour

raye1 (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:48 PM)
are we still going to be able to use our university custom content in Night Life? Thanks! Keep up the good work!

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:48 PM)
Yes. Custom Skins made with Body Shop will still work in Nightlife.

Baxter (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:04 PM)
I noticed a screen shot somewhere of a dirveway that was four large sqaures. Forgive me, but it was hideous!! Will we be able to cover the driveway with other tiles?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:04 PM)
There are a few different designs you can choose for your driveway. Hopefully everyone can find one they love

summer_sim (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:23 PM)
will garage doors be able to be colored

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:23 PM)
Garage doors do have design modes! You can make them match your windows and doors.

simfanatic6 (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:50 PM)
will you be able to turn off the surrounding houses?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:50 PM)
Yes, we wanted this to be possible for lower performance machines. You can toggle houses/ploppables, also the distance at which they stop showing up.

lamyia (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:01 PM)
on the university cd case there was an avdvertizment for nightlife will there be one on the bac of nightlife 4 the 3rd expansion?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:01 PM)
Only one way to find out! Happy

rasune7 (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:11 PM)
Can we make bowling alleys in own sim's houses? or is it only a community lot thing?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:11 PM)
They're available on home lots too. They're pricey, though.

skittles2079 (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:01 PM)
Is there better hair styles for the toddlers now?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:01 PM)
we added some really adorable hairs for toddlers, they've become my favorites Happy

kelley (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:09 PM)
How much will the cars cost?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:09 PM)
From 1000 to around 11,000 simoleons.

Sims2ROX!! (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:59 PM)
what kinds of new foods are there?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:59 PM)
when your sims eat at a restaurant they can now order filet mignon, fried chicken, a nectarine tartlette dessert, shrimp... tasty treats!

firekitty500 (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:14 PM)
Is there a way to turn off the Vampires? Like if you don't want to have them in the game?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:14 PM)
You can avoid vampires by not interacting with the NPC Grand Vampires.

Tessdark (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:33 PM)
Whats the deal with the photo booths? Do you get the pictures? Where do you keep them?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:33 PM)
When you take a photo in the photo booth they are added to your new inventory. Then you can take them home to hang up on the wall or to put them ont he table.

Bonnie (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:35 PM)
Will there be cool new things to buy with aspiration points?? Happy

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:35 PM)
There's the new ReNuYuSenso Orb, which allows your Sims to change their aspirations and turn-ons/turn-offs. Beware the aspiration of GRILLED CHEESE!!! No, seriously. I mean it.

Penny (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:18 PM)
Will there be an option to send Sims who have died before Nightlife comes out to send them to the cemetary or will only the newly dead have that option?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:18 PM)
You'll be able to move any existing graves to a cemetary now. Your ancestors will happily rest in peace.

NailoSyanodel (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:22 PM)
Hey Guys! I would like to know, what happens to already existing families when it comes to turn - ons / turn - offs since it is something chosen when creating a sim? Thanks, keep up the great work! ^_^

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:22 PM)
We will assign them randomly to your existing Sims, but they'll all get a free potion in their "Inventory", so you can set them to whatever makes senses for them. Happy

Dragongrl171 (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:37 PM)
Can burgulars steal or break our sims cars? Wink

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:37 PM)
Burglars can steal Sim's cars, but Sims can get car alarms installed to keep burglars away.

kiwianagirlnz (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:52 PM)
Is the new food that come with NL going to be able to be cooked at home as well?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:52 PM)
We added a new Crepes Suzette dessert your Sims can make at home. Be careful though, liked Baked Alaska it involves fire...

yeesha11 (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:59 PM)
can the vampire hypnotise people?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:59 PM)
I see you've been looking at the new screenshots. Yes, the whole neck biting thing involves a little hypnotism action... Happy

Trixie (Aug 25, 2005 6:20:39 PM)
What will be the 30K 'impossible want' for Pleasure Seeker Aspiration?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:20:39 PM)
One of them is to have a whole bunch of Dream Dates!

snc (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:13 PM)
Does the 50s theme include more neon signs, like the flamingo in TS2?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:13 PM)
Yes, there are new neon signs and lights in Nightlife.

drd671 (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:35 PM)
i don't really understand the 'bat" thing with vampires, can you go into a little more detail about it?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:35 PM)
They can "Fly Here" instead of just being able to "Go Here".

simcrazy52 (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:15 PM)
are there any newservices to call?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:15 PM)
There is a new Gypsy Matchmaker that you can hire to come visit your Sim and help them find the perfect date. She also sells some nifty potions

simcrazy52 (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:27 PM)
is there another new town to live in?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:27 PM)
Your sims will be able to move into downtown.

JudyE (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:49 PM)
Are there any new career paths? And if not, then what types of careers will a Pleasure Seeker be interested in, or does that sort of person prefer not to work?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:49 PM)
Sorry, no new career tracks in this pack. The pleasure seekers can be pretty lazy...so usually they like to be slackers. Wink

SportzQueen1 (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:50 PM)
what is that spinny thing sims can ride in?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:50 PM)
I think you mean the Electro Dance Sphere. Sims can ride it to build body skill or to try to impress their dates. But it can totally backfire if their body skill isn't high enough.

nigelbailey2 (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:20 PM)
are we going to be able to make different roof pitches?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:20 PM)
Yes! There is a new cheat that you can use to make very short or very steep roofs. It's really fun to play around with Happy

Ameya157 (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:39 PM)
What kinds of potions does the Matchmaker sell?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:39 PM)
You can buy love potions and potions to cure Vampirism from the Matchmaker.

faithie167 (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:53 PM)
Hey Guys you are awesome! I just wanna know what those colorful blocks are that are in the screenshots at the bowling alley. It looks like you can stack them or something...

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:53 PM)
Indeed, those are exactly what they seem to be: light-up stackable blocks.

inexisting2005 (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:00 PM)
to move into downtown? you mean they can live there?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:00 PM)
Downtown has a combination of Community lots (like restaurants and clubs) and residential lots. The residential lots downtown come with driveways Happy

Aquatius5 (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:21 PM)
Is "the smustle" all its really cracked up to be

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:21 PM)
You bet! Happy

Rustey (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:40 PM)
Oh! oh! Can we Marry Mrs. Crumblebottom?????

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:40 PM)
I don't think Mrs. Crumplebottom is interested in your advances. Happy

Pinstar (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:45 PM)
Aside from a higher room score, what benefits does a sim have from a classier rather than cheaper car?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:45 PM)
Some types of dates might prefer certain types of cars. Family Sims like minivans, romance Sims like sportscars... And they just look so cool Wink

catloverxxx5 (Aug 25, 2005 6:26:34 PM)
We love youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:26:34 PM)
Thanks! We love you too! *hugs from maxis*

Mystra (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:17 PM)
Can you explain more about rivals?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:17 PM)
So, Sims can get "Furious" at eachother now. Like, if a Sim cheats with the girlfriend of his best friend, the best friend and Sim will suffer some serious relationship damage that heals over time. They can even become Romantic Rivals in that state, and fight over that special someone. Happy

ringothebulldog (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:34 PM)
Is this the same Mrs. Crumplebottom as in TS1 (although I thought she died), or is it a distant relative or niece?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:34 PM)
A distant relative, although she's frighteningly similar...

Anarcherry (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:19 PM)
Do counters and island blocks connect now?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:19 PM)
No, but islands have corners now.

CHEBURASHKA (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
What type of new wants will there be there?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
We've added a bunch of new wants related to activities Sims can do Downtown, such as dining, bowling, dating, going out with their friends, etc. We've also added lots of new wants to support the new Pleasure Aspiration.

RDeckmaster (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
Is it true Sims can receive something in their mailbox other than bills now?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
Love letters and hate letters, most notably.

gfox555 (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:00 PM)
Thanks for doing this chat. We all appreciate it. What is your favorite new object? And why.

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:00 PM)
I love the photobooth. I took my sim out on a blind date with the Fireman in my neighborhood and their romantic pictures were so cute! I hung them up in my Sims' bedroom.

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:00 PM)
MaxisShannon has joined us as well

Crisbaa (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:06 PM)
Can a zombie become a vampie-zombie??? I might need an alien-zombie-vampire!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:06 PM)
I have indeed played with alien-zombie-vampires, and they are splendid.

ilampsurvivor (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:32 PM)
What are some of the best new building options?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:32 PM)
Half walls are the coolest new tool. Since you can paint them to match your wall paper you can come up with some really amazing rooms.

anixiia (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:04 PM)
When in red aspiration levels, what do Pleasure Sims tend to pull out?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:04 PM)
It involves a lampshade. On the head. And a ridiculous dance.

Lets_me_in (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:52 PM)
About the Photobucket, is it going to be possible to take pictures with other people?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:52 PM)
Sims can have their pictures taken with another Sim in the Photobooth. It is so cute!

kathy (Aug 25, 2005 6:31:45 PM)
How does the poker table work? Can the sims win money?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:31:45 PM)
Yep, and they play real poker! (Like the chessboard has real chess...) I swear I watched them play Hold-Em for, like, an hour once.

WadeSimMiser (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:07 PM)
I understand you can WooHoo in the Photobooth. Is this true?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:07 PM)
Oh yes. I always support more locations for WooHoo!

JMswimchic33 (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:13 PM)
Can the new dances be done alone, like to embarass the sim?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:13 PM)
The Smussle dance can be done alone, but you need two Sims in order to slow dance.

Justice3838 (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:54 PM)
Can you "try for baby" in your car? I didn't see it in some screenies...

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:54 PM)
Yep.

peeweepete (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:40 PM)
How many Turn-Ons and Turn-Offs can a sim choose?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:40 PM)
Sims have 2 Turn-Ons and 1 Turn-Off.

bri (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:44 PM)
How awesome is the Kareoke machine?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:44 PM)
when sims dont' have any skill or have really low skill the karaoke is hilarious. You can just listen to them try to sing for ages. Even when they get good it's cool to watch other Sims cheer them on.

BionixWV (Aug 25, 2005 6:34:30 PM)
Concerning houses that were built and had families move in before NL,how will this affect the new residential lots that have driveways?Will we have to move them out and into a new NL lot to have the driveway,or will the new lot designs over ride the old ones?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:34:30 PM)
You'll be able to add driveways to houses you have already built and we put a few already made houses into the catalog for you.

b (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:06 PM)
When is the offical release date?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:06 PM)
Should be in a store-near-you on the 15th. Woo!

race (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:24 PM)
Could you tell us some of the turn-ons and trun-offs?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:24 PM)
Hair color, pajamas, vampirism, stinkiness, makeup... Sims can like all sorts of interesting things.

Ameya157 (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:37 PM)
Can more than one sim use the Kareoke machine at the same time?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:37 PM)
Yep, you can sing wonderful romantic duets.

i_want_nightlifesobad (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:55 PM)
Are there any more new food items? Like, in University the big food item was "Ramen Noodles". What new things will they be able to cook in Nightlife?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:55 PM)
Crepes!

chickenbummer (Aug 25, 2005 6:36:05 PM)
Is there a new radio station, like there was with University?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:36:05 PM)
Yes. We've added Oldies and Classical stations.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:36:22 PM)
Classical music really sets the mood for the restaurants. Happy

anchovyhater (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:14 PM)
If a Pleasure Sim gets married, will it count as a Bad Memory, like Romance Sims?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:14 PM)
No. Only Romance Sims fear marriage. Happy

simvasion (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:36 PM)
Does Nightlife's installation correct some of the bugs discovered in the previous expansion pack and base game? For some reason my game generates a new coffee Barrista every time I go and now I have over 50 :(

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:36 PM)
Nightlife will address as many bugs as possible that have been found in University. Also, our engineers are working hard on a standalone patch.

simsruler77 (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:50 PM)
regarding resturants...can we eat there without being on a date/group outing?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:50 PM)
Yep, you can eat at the restaurant on your own if you want to.

kngfspds8 (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:09 PM)
Regarding the ability to see surrounding houses in live mode, will we now be able to simply click on the house next door from live mode at another house to go to it, or do we have to go back to neighborhood view still?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:09 PM)
If another family lives in the house next door you can click on their lot and load right into it! You'll have ot save your house first but it saves you the trip to the neighborhood view!

bezerkleypeaches (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:41 PM)
Can only adults go out to dinner? As in married couples, or can children join them too?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:41 PM)
Families can go out to dinner together!

i_luv_sims2 (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:55 PM)
Can we get rid of Mrs. Crumplebottom's distant relative in this expansion. I don't want her hitting my date.

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:55 PM)
Mrs. Crumplebottom loves to go bowling. If you keep her busy, she is less likely to object to a little romance happening around her. Happy

G-Pan (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:19 PM)
You can fall in love with the waiters?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:19 PM)
Yes. There are some nice lookin ones, too. There are lots of nice new attractive Sims. At least, I think they're attractive. Is that weird? Stop judging me!

Guest (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:39 PM)
Can you get the DJ booth in your Sim's Home?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:39 PM)
yep! A DJ won't appear with it but your Sim can DJ and have a great time!

Cyron (Aug 25, 2005 6:42:17 PM)
Will Sims be aware of their own wishes? At this time, a Sim has a wish to eat spagetti but then he goes to the fridge and makes something else (example).

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:42:17 PM)
It's up to you to fulfill wants and fears for your Sim. Happy

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:42:24 PM)
We have a little under 25 minutes left in the chat.

salrap10 (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:19 PM)
Whats in Miss Crumplebottoms purse? Happy

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:19 PM)
Knitting, lint, some small stones and a portrait of her great aunt.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:21 PM)
Also, raw pork.

Penny (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:41 PM)
How do you go about making a cemetary? Is it a residential lot, community lot, or something different all together?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:41 PM)
You can move graves to community or to home lots, so it is up to you. Happy

JMswimchic33 (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:00 PM)
Can you make restaurants on a college campus, like Sim State University?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:00 PM)
Yes!

Sarah200 (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:47 PM)
Will we have any new decorative objects ?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:47 PM)
There are TONS of new decorative objects. My favorite is probably the standup fountain. With the nice drippy water...

Steph (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:06 PM)
Will any sim fear going on a date?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:06 PM)
Sims don't fear going on dates, but they do fear being rejected when they ask a Sim to go on a date with them. It is just as nerve-wracking for Sims as it is in real life. Happy

FoxOtterBerry (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:23 PM)
Can you visit a cemetary at night and see a whole bunch of ghosts floating around? (for those crazy knowledge sims who would love that)

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:23 PM)
Ghosts can appear at the cemetary, luckily they are happier and more relaxed there then they can be at home sometimes.

joesemsims (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
Are there bigger or smaller lots? Thanks

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
We added some bigger AND smaller lots!

Razz709 (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
why do you have so many poofy vests as you call, but no hoodys

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
Poofy vests are cute!! Happy We are looking at hoodies for the next EP.

MortimorG (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:39 PM)
Will there be new party types?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:39 PM)
No new party types, but Outings are very much like parties-on-the-go. You can keep a group of people together and go to multiple places. Plus, a successful outing can net you tons of cool rewards!

simsruler77 (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:23 PM)
can we scope the room anywhere, even at a house party, or just at a community lot?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:23 PM)
Any room, anywhere. Enjoy!

ThBtlsRck15 (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:37 PM)
Can teens and children go bowling?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:37 PM)
Yes, along with adults and elders, teens and children can bowl.

Varley990 (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:12 PM)
can you make mosalemuns?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:12 PM)
Sure...Mausoleums are cool. Tim made one.

lexsi340 (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:20 PM)
No offense or anything, but I do not care for the jeans our Sims have now, do we get any new jeans for the exspansion pack?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:20 PM)
We've got some really snazzy new jeans. I bet you'll love them!

Varley990 (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:34 PM)
is bowling a cheap date?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:34 PM)
Bowling is, but I'm not!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:44 PM)
I expect gifts! I need to be pampered!

simvasion (Aug 25, 2005 6:48:31 PM)
Can teens go on dates downtown?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:48:31 PM)
Yep!

haleyrgirl (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:43 PM)
Are the inventories in NL resemble the ones in the Sim 1's Makin' Magic? How are they different?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:43 PM)
They're very similar. But in Nightlife, you can put anything in - career reward objects, diplomas....cars....

ChocoNutty (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:45 PM)
Can the whole sim familly go out in their familly sized car for a day downtown?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:45 PM)
Yes Happy

Lance4421 (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:06 PM)
What color is the Nightlife box? I like to put my boxes on display! *hehe*

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:06 PM)
Purple

Auspuhova (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:07 PM)
can adults just date - not be engaged or married, just date? like teens can 'Go Steady'?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:07 PM)
Adults can go on dates without being engaged or married. If not, how would they know if they like each other? Happy

TimeWandrer (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:54 PM)
What do you mean by Rivals in love? Do sims compete now for a certain sim's affections?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:54 PM)
Yes. If I'm on a date, my rival might try to move in and do some gratuitous flirting...

WillemSV (Aug 25, 2005 6:52:40 PM)
can we really put cars in our Sims inventory? :-O

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:52:40 PM)
You can pretty much put anything in there. We wanted you to not have to sell all of your objects to move residences.

Twoyys4me (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:21 PM)
do coffin beds come in single and double sizes? Wink

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:21 PM)
They are single beds and they come in a huge variety of colors.

arndutcas (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:30 PM)
Can cow-plants go on dates ?.......because my cow-plant gets very,very lonley and cries all the time......:-P

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:30 PM)
No legs!

rosiereal (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:55 PM)
Can we have circular driveways?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:55 PM)
Just straight driveways for now.

Pinstar (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:10 PM)
How much will the biggest lot cost to move into? (Just land) This might be a nifty Xtreme way to start the Legacy Challenge

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:10 PM)
It's a 5x6 lot and it costs 18,500

nakal003 (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:32 PM)
Can teens take their little siblings to school?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:32 PM)
Yes

Kaeroll (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:33 PM)
Does the inventory thingy include graves and custom paintings?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:33 PM)
You can put graves and custom paintings in your inventory. That way you won't lose them if you want to move your Sims to a new house.

limited994 (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:34 PM)
is there a limit on how much can be in the inventory?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:34 PM)
If there is one, it's reallllly big.

KRIS (Aug 25, 2005 6:55:54 PM)
is the game done and your just polishing it for now

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:55:54 PM)
It's in manufacturing now. Burn burn stamp stamp box box zoom.

crazyqgirl (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:01 PM)
What, in your opinion, is the best thing about nightlife

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:01 PM)
Dating and cars and bowling and karaoke and dining and...there is just so much! I can't decide! You tell us. Happy

SSSS420 (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:44 PM)
Where did you get the idea for vampires?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:44 PM)
MaxisHunter has a dark side.

simall (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:52 PM)
Is the household limit being increased, I have seen some screen shots with 10 sims in them.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:52 PM)
Yeahhh...that was just for a demo. But seeing all the excitement over it, it's on the list of possible future additions!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:55 PM)
but we like him anyway

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:57:04 PM)
Thanks! (rar)

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:57:08 PM)
We all watch too much Buffy. Happy

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:57:12 PM)
That too

Rbpjsg (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:02 PM)
can you set up karaoke at a home lot?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:02 PM)
Sims can sing karaoke at home or downtown. That way your Sims can practice before they go out in public.

MoodyMoondoogle (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:05 PM)
Did you really forgo legitimate questions to answer questions about cowplants dating and if we can 'really' put cars in inventory?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:05 PM)
You can indeed.

Automancer (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:37 PM)
What is your favorite club in downtown?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:37 PM)
I asked MaxisDarga, he recommends P.U.R.E.

pokingmachine44 (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:58 PM)
Are there different vampiric outfits, or just the one with the cape?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:58 PM)
Your vampires can wear whatever you want them to. The "Grand" Vampires wear the cape or dark red gown...

eduncho2 (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:00 PM)
Who was that great guy who came up whit the idea of making "The Hub"? That night club is sooo cool!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:00 PM)
The infamous Tim Letourneau... it's pretty isn't it.

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:05 PM)
7 minutes left!

eduncho2 (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:15 PM)
What a Sim can do to stop a rival to take over his date? Maybe a fight outside?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:15 PM)
Yep, you can fight em off, and they'll never bother you again. (if you win). Weakling Sims can, of course, just pay off their rivals in an act of extreme cowardice.

lamyia (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:33 PM)
What is your favorite resterant?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:33 PM)
My Sims love dining at Londoste. Great food and service...and they always get seated at their favorite table. Happy

knazzer (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:36 PM)
can gnomes go on dates?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:36 PM)
only in my dreams...

mandygirl977 (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:41 PM)
Is the gown or cape available for regular sims ot wear?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:41 PM)
Something very like them, but the Grand Vampires have a little extra flare.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:46 PM)
flair?

Automancer (Aug 25, 2005 7:02:58 PM)
If a family has a car and the Repo Man comes, will the Repo Man go after the car first?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:02:58 PM)
If you're that much in debt he will.

bri (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:11 PM)
How long do Vampires have out in the sun before they.....die?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:11 PM)
Not long. It is best to keep them safely tucked into their nice comfy coffin beds during the day.

FoxOtterBerry (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:54 PM)
There's a screenshot set in a restaurant where a guy sim is holding a little black box with what looks to be a diamond sparkling out for a happy looking female. Is this a sim proposing?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:54 PM)
Yes, you can propose now from the seated position, for those romantic dinner dates.

jg11787b (Aug 25, 2005 7:04:40 PM)
What are some new objects included in Nightlife?

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 7:04:40 PM)
Some of my favorites are the Karaoke Machine, the Electro Dance sphere, the DJ booth, the gobo lights and of course the cars!!

ringothebulldog (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:04 PM)
Say there's a divorce, who gets the car?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:04 PM)
The same rules apply as in the game now for all other objects.

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:05 PM)
I like the giant painting we added of veggies.

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:11 PM)
Me, too!

daisymaisy (Aug 25, 2005 7:06:11 PM)
are there any more neon lights like the flamingo?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:06:11 PM)
Yep. Lots of neon!

GucciGirl What happens if you decide you dont like your sims date, can you trash it on purpose without ruining the sims aspiration points?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:07:20 PM)
You can end a date at any time. If it's in the gutter and they have the fear of a bad date, though, they're in trouble. Gotta get the score back up!

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 7:07:45 PM)
That's all the time we have for today. Thanks Hunter, Amy, Shannon and LittleL! Thanks everyone for coming!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:07:58 PM)
Bye all!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:08:00 PM)
Thanks folks!

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:08:01 PM)
Bye everyone!

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 7:08:03 PM)
Bye!!

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Nightlife Chat Transcripts are live
18 Aug 2005 - 23:10

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

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maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:18 PM)
Welcome to the Nightlife chat!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:31 PM)
Huzzah for the Nightlife chat!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:38 PM)
Hi everybody

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:40 PM)
Hi everybody!

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:42 PM)
Today we're talking to Maxis Hunter, MaxisLittleL, and MaxisAmy

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:44 PM)
You stole my line

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:11:48 PM)
Hi all!

Guest (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:11 PM)
About the new downtown, we have seen many skyscrapers pictures. Is it true? Is it going to be possible to live inside them?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:11 PM)
The skyscrapers you've seen are new neighborhood decorative objects. You can't live inside them but you can build tall buildings of your own and use them to accent yoru downtown Happy

LFox (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:43 PM)
how do vampires work? i've heard they can't go outside during the day so how can they even maintain a job?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:43 PM)
It can be tricky. They do tend to burn a bit on the way to the car or carpool. They're okay while at work, though. Workplaces are Vampire-safe.

blueirelandsea (Aug 25, 2005 6:13:59 PM)
Will there be more outfits available for men and boys in nightlife?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:00 PM)
Of course.

Sims2daMax (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:01 PM)
As you can see surrounding lots from your own lot in Nightlife, will it be possible to see neighborhood decorations such as trees, birds, and water towers?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:01 PM)
You will be able to see all the neighboring rocks, signs, fire hydrants... it's a really neat view outside your windows now

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:47 PM)
The chat will last one hour

raye1 (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:48 PM)
are we still going to be able to use our university custom content in Night Life? Thanks! Keep up the good work!

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:14:48 PM)
Yes. Custom Skins made with Body Shop will still work in Nightlife.

Baxter (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:04 PM)
I noticed a screen shot somewhere of a dirveway that was four large sqaures. Forgive me, but it was hideous!! Will we be able to cover the driveway with other tiles?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:04 PM)
There are a few different designs you can choose for your driveway. Hopefully everyone can find one they love

summer_sim (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:23 PM)
will garage doors be able to be colored

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:23 PM)
Garage doors do have design modes! You can make them match your windows and doors.

simfanatic6 (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:50 PM)
will you be able to turn off the surrounding houses?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:15:50 PM)
Yes, we wanted this to be possible for lower performance machines. You can toggle houses/ploppables, also the distance at which they stop showing up.

lamyia (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:01 PM)
on the university cd case there was an avdvertizment for nightlife will there be one on the bac of nightlife 4 the 3rd expansion?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:01 PM)
Only one way to find out! Happy

rasune7 (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:11 PM)
Can we make bowling alleys in own sim's houses? or is it only a community lot thing?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:16:11 PM)
They're available on home lots too. They're pricey, though.

skittles2079 (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:01 PM)
Is there better hair styles for the toddlers now?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:01 PM)
we added some really adorable hairs for toddlers, they've become my favorites Happy

kelley (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:09 PM)
How much will the cars cost?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:09 PM)
From 1000 to around 11,000 simoleons.

Sims2ROX!! (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:59 PM)
what kinds of new foods are there?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:17:59 PM)
when your sims eat at a restaurant they can now order filet mignon, fried chicken, a nectarine tartlette dessert, shrimp... tasty treats!

firekitty500 (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:14 PM)
Is there a way to turn off the Vampires? Like if you don't want to have them in the game?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:14 PM)
You can avoid vampires by not interacting with the NPC Grand Vampires.

Tessdark (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:33 PM)
Whats the deal with the photo booths? Do you get the pictures? Where do you keep them?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:33 PM)
When you take a photo in the photo booth they are added to your new inventory. Then you can take them home to hang up on the wall or to put them ont he table.

Bonnie (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:35 PM)
Will there be cool new things to buy with aspiration points?? Happy

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:18:35 PM)
There's the new ReNuYuSenso Orb, which allows your Sims to change their aspirations and turn-ons/turn-offs. Beware the aspiration of GRILLED CHEESE!!! No, seriously. I mean it.

Penny (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:18 PM)
Will there be an option to send Sims who have died before Nightlife comes out to send them to the cemetary or will only the newly dead have that option?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:18 PM)
You'll be able to move any existing graves to a cemetary now. Your ancestors will happily rest in peace.

NailoSyanodel (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:22 PM)
Hey Guys! I would like to know, what happens to already existing families when it comes to turn - ons / turn - offs since it is something chosen when creating a sim? Thanks, keep up the great work! ^_^

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:22 PM)
We will assign them randomly to your existing Sims, but they'll all get a free potion in their "Inventory", so you can set them to whatever makes senses for them. Happy

Dragongrl171 (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:37 PM)
Can burgulars steal or break our sims cars? Wink

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:37 PM)
Burglars can steal Sim's cars, but Sims can get car alarms installed to keep burglars away.

kiwianagirlnz (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:52 PM)
Is the new food that come with NL going to be able to be cooked at home as well?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:52 PM)
We added a new Crepes Suzette dessert your Sims can make at home. Be careful though, liked Baked Alaska it involves fire...

yeesha11 (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:59 PM)
can the vampire hypnotise people?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:19:59 PM)
I see you've been looking at the new screenshots. Yes, the whole neck biting thing involves a little hypnotism action... Happy

Trixie (Aug 25, 2005 6:20:39 PM)
What will be the 30K 'impossible want' for Pleasure Seeker Aspiration?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:20:39 PM)
One of them is to have a whole bunch of Dream Dates!

snc (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:13 PM)
Does the 50s theme include more neon signs, like the flamingo in TS2?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:13 PM)
Yes, there are new neon signs and lights in Nightlife.

drd671 (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:35 PM)
i don't really understand the 'bat" thing with vampires, can you go into a little more detail about it?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:21:35 PM)
They can "Fly Here" instead of just being able to "Go Here".

simcrazy52 (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:15 PM)
are there any newservices to call?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:15 PM)
There is a new Gypsy Matchmaker that you can hire to come visit your Sim and help them find the perfect date. She also sells some nifty potions

simcrazy52 (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:27 PM)
is there another new town to live in?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:27 PM)
Your sims will be able to move into downtown.

JudyE (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:49 PM)
Are there any new career paths? And if not, then what types of careers will a Pleasure Seeker be interested in, or does that sort of person prefer not to work?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:49 PM)
Sorry, no new career tracks in this pack. The pleasure seekers can be pretty lazy...so usually they like to be slackers. Wink

SportzQueen1 (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:50 PM)
what is that spinny thing sims can ride in?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:22:50 PM)
I think you mean the Electro Dance Sphere. Sims can ride it to build body skill or to try to impress their dates. But it can totally backfire if their body skill isn't high enough.

nigelbailey2 (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:20 PM)
are we going to be able to make different roof pitches?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:20 PM)
Yes! There is a new cheat that you can use to make very short or very steep roofs. It's really fun to play around with Happy

Ameya157 (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:39 PM)
What kinds of potions does the Matchmaker sell?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:39 PM)
You can buy love potions and potions to cure Vampirism from the Matchmaker.

faithie167 (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:53 PM)
Hey Guys you are awesome! I just wanna know what those colorful blocks are that are in the screenshots at the bowling alley. It looks like you can stack them or something...

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:23:53 PM)
Indeed, those are exactly what they seem to be: light-up stackable blocks.

inexisting2005 (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:00 PM)
to move into downtown? you mean they can live there?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:00 PM)
Downtown has a combination of Community lots (like restaurants and clubs) and residential lots. The residential lots downtown come with driveways Happy

Aquatius5 (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:21 PM)
Is "the smustle" all its really cracked up to be

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:24:21 PM)
You bet! Happy

Rustey (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:40 PM)
Oh! oh! Can we Marry Mrs. Crumblebottom?????

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:40 PM)
I don't think Mrs. Crumplebottom is interested in your advances. Happy

Pinstar (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:45 PM)
Aside from a higher room score, what benefits does a sim have from a classier rather than cheaper car?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:25:45 PM)
Some types of dates might prefer certain types of cars. Family Sims like minivans, romance Sims like sportscars... And they just look so cool Wink

catloverxxx5 (Aug 25, 2005 6:26:34 PM)
We love youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:26:34 PM)
Thanks! We love you too! *hugs from maxis*

Mystra (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:17 PM)
Can you explain more about rivals?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:17 PM)
So, Sims can get "Furious" at eachother now. Like, if a Sim cheats with the girlfriend of his best friend, the best friend and Sim will suffer some serious relationship damage that heals over time. They can even become Romantic Rivals in that state, and fight over that special someone. Happy

ringothebulldog (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:34 PM)
Is this the same Mrs. Crumplebottom as in TS1 (although I thought she died), or is it a distant relative or niece?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:27:34 PM)
A distant relative, although she's frighteningly similar...

Anarcherry (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:19 PM)
Do counters and island blocks connect now?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:19 PM)
No, but islands have corners now.

CHEBURASHKA (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
What type of new wants will there be there?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
We've added a bunch of new wants related to activities Sims can do Downtown, such as dining, bowling, dating, going out with their friends, etc. We've also added lots of new wants to support the new Pleasure Aspiration.

RDeckmaster (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
Is it true Sims can receive something in their mailbox other than bills now?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:28:43 PM)
Love letters and hate letters, most notably.

gfox555 (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:00 PM)
Thanks for doing this chat. We all appreciate it. What is your favorite new object? And why.

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:00 PM)
I love the photobooth. I took my sim out on a blind date with the Fireman in my neighborhood and their romantic pictures were so cute! I hung them up in my Sims' bedroom.

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:00 PM)
MaxisShannon has joined us as well

Crisbaa (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:06 PM)
Can a zombie become a vampie-zombie??? I might need an alien-zombie-vampire!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:06 PM)
I have indeed played with alien-zombie-vampires, and they are splendid.

ilampsurvivor (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:32 PM)
What are some of the best new building options?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:29:32 PM)
Half walls are the coolest new tool. Since you can paint them to match your wall paper you can come up with some really amazing rooms.

anixiia (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:04 PM)
When in red aspiration levels, what do Pleasure Sims tend to pull out?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:04 PM)
It involves a lampshade. On the head. And a ridiculous dance.

Lets_me_in (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:52 PM)
About the Photobucket, is it going to be possible to take pictures with other people?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:30:52 PM)
Sims can have their pictures taken with another Sim in the Photobooth. It is so cute!

kathy (Aug 25, 2005 6:31:45 PM)
How does the poker table work? Can the sims win money?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:31:45 PM)
Yep, and they play real poker! (Like the chessboard has real chess...) I swear I watched them play Hold-Em for, like, an hour once.

WadeSimMiser (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:07 PM)
I understand you can WooHoo in the Photobooth. Is this true?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:07 PM)
Oh yes. I always support more locations for WooHoo!

JMswimchic33 (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:13 PM)
Can the new dances be done alone, like to embarass the sim?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:13 PM)
The Smussle dance can be done alone, but you need two Sims in order to slow dance.

Justice3838 (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:54 PM)
Can you "try for baby" in your car? I didn't see it in some screenies...

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:32:54 PM)
Yep.

peeweepete (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:40 PM)
How many Turn-Ons and Turn-Offs can a sim choose?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:40 PM)
Sims have 2 Turn-Ons and 1 Turn-Off.

bri (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:44 PM)
How awesome is the Kareoke machine?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:33:44 PM)
when sims dont' have any skill or have really low skill the karaoke is hilarious. You can just listen to them try to sing for ages. Even when they get good it's cool to watch other Sims cheer them on.

BionixWV (Aug 25, 2005 6:34:30 PM)
Concerning houses that were built and had families move in before NL,how will this affect the new residential lots that have driveways?Will we have to move them out and into a new NL lot to have the driveway,or will the new lot designs over ride the old ones?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:34:30 PM)
You'll be able to add driveways to houses you have already built and we put a few already made houses into the catalog for you.

b (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:06 PM)
When is the offical release date?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:06 PM)
Should be in a store-near-you on the 15th. Woo!

race (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:24 PM)
Could you tell us some of the turn-ons and trun-offs?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:24 PM)
Hair color, pajamas, vampirism, stinkiness, makeup... Sims can like all sorts of interesting things.

Ameya157 (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:37 PM)
Can more than one sim use the Kareoke machine at the same time?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:37 PM)
Yep, you can sing wonderful romantic duets.

i_want_nightlifesobad (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:55 PM)
Are there any more new food items? Like, in University the big food item was "Ramen Noodles". What new things will they be able to cook in Nightlife?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:35:55 PM)
Crepes!

chickenbummer (Aug 25, 2005 6:36:05 PM)
Is there a new radio station, like there was with University?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:36:05 PM)
Yes. We've added Oldies and Classical stations.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:36:22 PM)
Classical music really sets the mood for the restaurants. Happy

anchovyhater (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:14 PM)
If a Pleasure Sim gets married, will it count as a Bad Memory, like Romance Sims?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:14 PM)
No. Only Romance Sims fear marriage. Happy

simvasion (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:36 PM)
Does Nightlife's installation correct some of the bugs discovered in the previous expansion pack and base game? For some reason my game generates a new coffee Barrista every time I go and now I have over 50 :(

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:36 PM)
Nightlife will address as many bugs as possible that have been found in University. Also, our engineers are working hard on a standalone patch.

simsruler77 (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:50 PM)
regarding resturants...can we eat there without being on a date/group outing?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:38:50 PM)
Yep, you can eat at the restaurant on your own if you want to.

kngfspds8 (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:09 PM)
Regarding the ability to see surrounding houses in live mode, will we now be able to simply click on the house next door from live mode at another house to go to it, or do we have to go back to neighborhood view still?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:09 PM)
If another family lives in the house next door you can click on their lot and load right into it! You'll have ot save your house first but it saves you the trip to the neighborhood view!

bezerkleypeaches (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:41 PM)
Can only adults go out to dinner? As in married couples, or can children join them too?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:41 PM)
Families can go out to dinner together!

i_luv_sims2 (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:55 PM)
Can we get rid of Mrs. Crumplebottom's distant relative in this expansion. I don't want her hitting my date.

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:40:55 PM)
Mrs. Crumplebottom loves to go bowling. If you keep her busy, she is less likely to object to a little romance happening around her. Happy

G-Pan (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:19 PM)
You can fall in love with the waiters?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:19 PM)
Yes. There are some nice lookin ones, too. There are lots of nice new attractive Sims. At least, I think they're attractive. Is that weird? Stop judging me!

Guest (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:39 PM)
Can you get the DJ booth in your Sim's Home?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:41:39 PM)
yep! A DJ won't appear with it but your Sim can DJ and have a great time!

Cyron (Aug 25, 2005 6:42:17 PM)
Will Sims be aware of their own wishes? At this time, a Sim has a wish to eat spagetti but then he goes to the fridge and makes something else (example).

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:42:17 PM)
It's up to you to fulfill wants and fears for your Sim. Happy

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 6:42:24 PM)
We have a little under 25 minutes left in the chat.

salrap10 (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:19 PM)
Whats in Miss Crumplebottoms purse? Happy

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:19 PM)
Knitting, lint, some small stones and a portrait of her great aunt.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:21 PM)
Also, raw pork.

Penny (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:41 PM)
How do you go about making a cemetary? Is it a residential lot, community lot, or something different all together?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:43:41 PM)
You can move graves to community or to home lots, so it is up to you. Happy

JMswimchic33 (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:00 PM)
Can you make restaurants on a college campus, like Sim State University?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:00 PM)
Yes!

Sarah200 (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:47 PM)
Will we have any new decorative objects ?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:44:47 PM)
There are TONS of new decorative objects. My favorite is probably the standup fountain. With the nice drippy water...

Steph (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:06 PM)
Will any sim fear going on a date?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:06 PM)
Sims don't fear going on dates, but they do fear being rejected when they ask a Sim to go on a date with them. It is just as nerve-wracking for Sims as it is in real life. Happy

FoxOtterBerry (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:23 PM)
Can you visit a cemetary at night and see a whole bunch of ghosts floating around? (for those crazy knowledge sims who would love that)

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:23 PM)
Ghosts can appear at the cemetary, luckily they are happier and more relaxed there then they can be at home sometimes.

joesemsims (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
Are there bigger or smaller lots? Thanks

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
We added some bigger AND smaller lots!

Razz709 (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
why do you have so many poofy vests as you call, but no hoodys

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:35 PM)
Poofy vests are cute!! Happy We are looking at hoodies for the next EP.

MortimorG (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:39 PM)
Will there be new party types?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:45:39 PM)
No new party types, but Outings are very much like parties-on-the-go. You can keep a group of people together and go to multiple places. Plus, a successful outing can net you tons of cool rewards!

simsruler77 (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:23 PM)
can we scope the room anywhere, even at a house party, or just at a community lot?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:23 PM)
Any room, anywhere. Enjoy!

ThBtlsRck15 (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:37 PM)
Can teens and children go bowling?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:46:37 PM)
Yes, along with adults and elders, teens and children can bowl.

Varley990 (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:12 PM)
can you make mosalemuns?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:12 PM)
Sure...Mausoleums are cool. Tim made one.

lexsi340 (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:20 PM)
No offense or anything, but I do not care for the jeans our Sims have now, do we get any new jeans for the exspansion pack?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:20 PM)
We've got some really snazzy new jeans. I bet you'll love them!

Varley990 (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:34 PM)
is bowling a cheap date?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:34 PM)
Bowling is, but I'm not!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:47:44 PM)
I expect gifts! I need to be pampered!

simvasion (Aug 25, 2005 6:48:31 PM)
Can teens go on dates downtown?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:48:31 PM)
Yep!

haleyrgirl (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:43 PM)
Are the inventories in NL resemble the ones in the Sim 1's Makin' Magic? How are they different?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:43 PM)
They're very similar. But in Nightlife, you can put anything in - career reward objects, diplomas....cars....

ChocoNutty (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:45 PM)
Can the whole sim familly go out in their familly sized car for a day downtown?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:49:45 PM)
Yes Happy

Lance4421 (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:06 PM)
What color is the Nightlife box? I like to put my boxes on display! *hehe*

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:06 PM)
Purple

Auspuhova (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:07 PM)
can adults just date - not be engaged or married, just date? like teens can 'Go Steady'?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:07 PM)
Adults can go on dates without being engaged or married. If not, how would they know if they like each other? Happy

TimeWandrer (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:54 PM)
What do you mean by Rivals in love? Do sims compete now for a certain sim's affections?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:51:54 PM)
Yes. If I'm on a date, my rival might try to move in and do some gratuitous flirting...

WillemSV (Aug 25, 2005 6:52:40 PM)
can we really put cars in our Sims inventory? :-O

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:52:40 PM)
You can pretty much put anything in there. We wanted you to not have to sell all of your objects to move residences.

Twoyys4me (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:21 PM)
do coffin beds come in single and double sizes? Wink

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:21 PM)
They are single beds and they come in a huge variety of colors.

arndutcas (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:30 PM)
Can cow-plants go on dates ?.......because my cow-plant gets very,very lonley and cries all the time......:-P

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:30 PM)
No legs!

rosiereal (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:55 PM)
Can we have circular driveways?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:53:55 PM)
Just straight driveways for now.

Pinstar (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:10 PM)
How much will the biggest lot cost to move into? (Just land) This might be a nifty Xtreme way to start the Legacy Challenge

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:10 PM)
It's a 5x6 lot and it costs 18,500

nakal003 (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:32 PM)
Can teens take their little siblings to school?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:32 PM)
Yes

Kaeroll (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:33 PM)
Does the inventory thingy include graves and custom paintings?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:33 PM)
You can put graves and custom paintings in your inventory. That way you won't lose them if you want to move your Sims to a new house.

limited994 (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:34 PM)
is there a limit on how much can be in the inventory?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:54:34 PM)
If there is one, it's reallllly big.

KRIS (Aug 25, 2005 6:55:54 PM)
is the game done and your just polishing it for now

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:55:54 PM)
It's in manufacturing now. Burn burn stamp stamp box box zoom.

crazyqgirl (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:01 PM)
What, in your opinion, is the best thing about nightlife

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:01 PM)
Dating and cars and bowling and karaoke and dining and...there is just so much! I can't decide! You tell us. Happy

SSSS420 (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:44 PM)
Where did you get the idea for vampires?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:44 PM)
MaxisHunter has a dark side.

simall (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:52 PM)
Is the household limit being increased, I have seen some screen shots with 10 sims in them.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:52 PM)
Yeahhh...that was just for a demo. But seeing all the excitement over it, it's on the list of possible future additions!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:56:55 PM)
but we like him anyway

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:57:04 PM)
Thanks! (rar)

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:57:08 PM)
We all watch too much Buffy. Happy

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:57:12 PM)
That too

Rbpjsg (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:02 PM)
can you set up karaoke at a home lot?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:02 PM)
Sims can sing karaoke at home or downtown. That way your Sims can practice before they go out in public.

MoodyMoondoogle (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:05 PM)
Did you really forgo legitimate questions to answer questions about cowplants dating and if we can 'really' put cars in inventory?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:05 PM)
You can indeed.

Automancer (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:37 PM)
What is your favorite club in downtown?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:37 PM)
I asked MaxisDarga, he recommends P.U.R.E.

pokingmachine44 (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:58 PM)
Are there different vampiric outfits, or just the one with the cape?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 6:58:58 PM)
Your vampires can wear whatever you want them to. The "Grand" Vampires wear the cape or dark red gown...

eduncho2 (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:00 PM)
Who was that great guy who came up whit the idea of making "The Hub"? That night club is sooo cool!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:00 PM)
The infamous Tim Letourneau... it's pretty isn't it.

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:05 PM)
7 minutes left!

eduncho2 (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:15 PM)
What a Sim can do to stop a rival to take over his date? Maybe a fight outside?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:15 PM)
Yep, you can fight em off, and they'll never bother you again. (if you win). Weakling Sims can, of course, just pay off their rivals in an act of extreme cowardice.

lamyia (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:33 PM)
What is your favorite resterant?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:00:33 PM)
My Sims love dining at Londoste. Great food and service...and they always get seated at their favorite table. Happy

knazzer (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:36 PM)
can gnomes go on dates?

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:36 PM)
only in my dreams...

mandygirl977 (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:41 PM)
Is the gown or cape available for regular sims ot wear?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:41 PM)
Something very like them, but the Grand Vampires have a little extra flare.

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:01:46 PM)
flair?

Automancer (Aug 25, 2005 7:02:58 PM)
If a family has a car and the Repo Man comes, will the Repo Man go after the car first?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:02:58 PM)
If you're that much in debt he will.

bri (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:11 PM)
How long do Vampires have out in the sun before they.....die?

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:11 PM)
Not long. It is best to keep them safely tucked into their nice comfy coffin beds during the day.

FoxOtterBerry (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:54 PM)
There's a screenshot set in a restaurant where a guy sim is holding a little black box with what looks to be a diamond sparkling out for a happy looking female. Is this a sim proposing?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:03:54 PM)
Yes, you can propose now from the seated position, for those romantic dinner dates.

jg11787b (Aug 25, 2005 7:04:40 PM)
What are some new objects included in Nightlife?

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 7:04:40 PM)
Some of my favorites are the Karaoke Machine, the Electro Dance sphere, the DJ booth, the gobo lights and of course the cars!!

ringothebulldog (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:04 PM)
Say there's a divorce, who gets the car?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:04 PM)
The same rules apply as in the game now for all other objects.

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:05 PM)
I like the giant painting we added of veggies.

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:05:11 PM)
Me, too!

daisymaisy (Aug 25, 2005 7:06:11 PM)
are there any more neon lights like the flamingo?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:06:11 PM)
Yep. Lots of neon!

GucciGirl What happens if you decide you dont like your sims date, can you trash it on purpose without ruining the sims aspiration points?

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:07:20 PM)
You can end a date at any time. If it's in the gutter and they have the fear of a bad date, though, they're in trouble. Gotta get the score back up!

maxiskane (Aug 25, 2005 7:07:45 PM)
That's all the time we have for today. Thanks Hunter, Amy, Shannon and LittleL! Thanks everyone for coming!

MaxisHunter! (Aug 25, 2005 7:07:58 PM)
Bye all!

MaxisLittleL (Aug 25, 2005 7:08:00 PM)
Thanks folks!

MaxisAmy (Aug 25, 2005 7:08:01 PM)
Bye everyone!

MaxisShannon (Aug 25, 2005 7:08:03 PM)
Bye!!

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Sims 2 Players, Tell Us What You Think!
12 Aug 2005 - 23:10

Sims 2 Players, Tell Us What You Think!

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.

If you would like to take part, please email your NAME and PHONE NUMBER to:
creative@nicholsresearch.com and mention The Sims 2 game project in the subject line.

Thanks and we hope to see you there!

-The Maxis Team

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Sims 2 Players, Tell Us What You Think!
12 Aug 2005 - 23:10

Sims 2 Players, Tell Us What You Think!

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.

If you would like to take part, please email your NAME and PHONE NUMBER to:
creative@nicholsresearch.com and mention The Sims 2 game project in the subject line.

Thanks and we hope to see you there!

-The Maxis Team

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