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12/03/01 - Review: "The Sims Hot Date Expansion Pack"
As if our Sims didn't cause enough trouble, Maxis has released The Sims Hot Date Expansion Pack. Now our Sims will be able to go Downtown and date.
12/02/01 - Review: "Flight Simulator 2002"
Flight sim fans will love this one. "Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002" is a great improvement over previous versions. A great new feature that has been added is the Air Traffic Control. No more quiet skies.
11/05/01 - Review: "Train Simulator"
"Train Simulator," is about taking the controls of a train and completing activities. You'll have the opportunity to travel on routes all over the world, including Asia, North America, and Europe. The trains you'll be able to control are electric, diesel, and steam.
11/05/01 - Top Business Simulation Games
Business simulation games cover a lot different areas, and can be very addictive. But, there are so many different "tycoon" games out there; sometimes it's hard to tell which ones are actually quality games. Here are my picks for the top business simulations.
11/03/01 - Top Budget Games
The best games are not always the most expensive; sometimes cheap games are just that - cheap. If you are looking for a great game, and don't want to spend a lot of money, try one of the games listed. Most of these games have many fans.
11/03/01 - Must Have Games
There are some games that every simulation gamer should have. Because of the range of types of simulation games out there, it is hard to limit the top games to just ten. This list is the games that I would not want to be without.
10/31/01 - Top City Building Games
The fascination of having your own simulated city started with Will Wright's "SimCity Classic." Since then, there have been other games putting their own twist to the city building simulation game genre. Games have come a long way since then, and there are lots of great city building games out there to try. Here are some of the best.
10/31/01 - Review: "Monopoly Tycoon"
Monopoly and city building Sim fans will fall in love with this game. "Monopoly Tycoon" is a mixture of the board game and "SimCity."
10/31/01 - Review: "Pursuit of Justice"
You are the lead detective. You make sure that justice prevails, and the criminals go to jail. To do this you will examine evidence, interrogate witnesses, put together a case, and present it to the judge and jury.
10/31/01 - Review: "Golf Resort Tycoon"
Admit it, you've always wanted to build your own golf course. That's exactly what you do in "Golf Resort Tycoon." You'll have to manage, build, and design your resort.
10/14/01 - Review: "Tropico"
You are a new dictator to a small island in the Caribbean. It's your choice whether you want to be an evil dictator or fulfill your citizens' needs. Your island can become an industrial giant or a tourist's dream. But remember, whatever you do, you need to have control over your citizens, or else they will rebel and force you to leave your position.
10/14/01 - Review: "Official Tropico Strategy Guide"
If you are looking for some help learning the basics of "Tropico," this is a great resource to have at hand. Although a lot of the information can also be found in the game's manual. Read the review, find out if its worth buying.
10/10/01 - Review: "Zoo Tycoon"
We all have our own ideas about what the ideal zoo would be like. Mine would have very short lines to the tiger and leopard exhibits. Whatever it is you desire in a zoo, chances are you will be able to create it in "Zoo Tycoon."
10/10/01 - "The Sims" - An Introduction
This article is the first in a series of articles about "The Sims." Future articles will cover installation of "The Sims" and expansion pack, tips and hints, downloading help, programs you should have, and much more.
10/05/01 - Review: "Sims House Party Strategy Guide"
Not sure if you should by Prima's strategy guide for "The Sims House Part Expansion Pack?" Read my review to help you decide if you'll find it informative.
09/18/01 - "Microsoft Flight Simulator" Postponed
Microsoft has postponed the release of the new version of "Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002," due to the recent terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and The Pentagon.
09/07/01 - Quiz: Are you Addicted to The Sims?
You've spent many sleepless nights at the computer playing "The Sims." Your family thinks your crazy when you talk about your energy bar, and sometimes you simply forget to eat. If this sounds like you, may be addicted to "The Sims." Take this quiz, and find out just how addicted you are. Plus you'll get a cool prize at the end.
08/31/01 - Classic Sim: "Caesar III"
Who needs another city management game? There are plenty out there to try, so why try "Caesar III"? Especially since it is an older game and won't live up to the quality graphics and sound new games now have. If you haven't tried "Caesar III," you may be impressed for its' depth.
08/17/01 - Preview: "Law and Order"
You've watched tons of mystery movies and television shows, and just knew you could solve the crime much more efficiently then the investigator on TV. In the winter of 2002, you will get your chance to prove you can step up and be a top-notch detective.
08/10/01 - "The Sims" Shopping Guide
Probably one of the favorite things about "The Sims" of many of its players is the fact that is extremely customizable. Whether you are new or a veteran player, you probably know that are lots of fan sites you can visit that offer downloads for your game. At times it may seem overwhelming as to which site to visit for what. This guide will help you find sites that have exactly what you need.
08/03/01 - Preview: "Moon Tycoon"
You will soon be able to develop colonies on the moon. Legacy Interactive, Anarchy Enterprises and Unique Entertainment are teaming up together to bring you "Moon Tycoon." If you have a curiosity for space and are lover of SimCity this just may be the game for you. In "Moon Tycoon" your goal will be to bring mankind's ideas and structure to the moon, and create enough energy to fuel the earth's demands.
07/20/01 - Review: "RollerCoaster Tycoon"
What could be a better job than spending the day at the fair? "RollerCoaster Tycoon" is all about theme parks and building giant rollercoasters. This game will provide you with hours of enjoyment, without dealing with the crowds and noise at a real theme park.
07/04/01 - Designing Wallpaper for "The Sims"
If you thought playing "The Sims" was addictive, just wait until start creating your own wallpaper. If you are a fan of "The Sims," you know that there are lots of fan sites that offer wallpaper for you to download and use in your game. But sometimes, you just can't find what you are looking for or maybe you don't want to search through hundreds of pages. The answer: create your own.
06/10/01 - Review: "Fast Food Tycoon"
Have you ever wanted to own your business? Would you like to open up a pizza parlor, but just don't have the money or time? Well, Activision has given you the chance by releasing Fast Food Tycoon, a game devoted to the pizza business. You buy the buildings, ingredients, decorate, and hire the staff. It's not as easy as it sounds. The game is actually harder then I expected.
06/07/01 - Interview with SimGoddesses
If you are fan of "The Sims" and you love to download objects chances are you have heard of a site called SimGoddesses. Find out more about the women behind the site in this interview.
05/31/01 - Quiz: Who Wants to be a Sim Guru?
Think you know a lot about simulation games? Test your knowledge. Take the Quiz. See if you have what it takes to answer the million dollar question
05/24/01 - Review: "The Sims - House Party Expansion Pack"
Dance cages, campfires, bubble machines, and catered parties are just some of the activities that come with The Sims House Party Expansion Pack. Are your sims looking for a way to spice up their parties? The new expansion pack may just be what your sims need.
