The interface hasn't gotten a complete makeover. A few adjustments have been made to make it a bit more user friendly and reflect changes made in "The Sims 2." The graphics will be completely different this time around. Instead of 2D, we'll be able to see our Sims up close and personal in 3D.
"The Sims 2" sounds impressive and unreal, and maybe seems to make too many promises about the gameplay. We'll have to wait until 2004 to see if Maxis can live up to the promises and take the world by storm with a new version.
Sources: GameShark, Electronic Arts, Action Trip