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My kingdom for some Sims
posted by JCDenton (FREEDOM, NH) May 21, 2009
Member since Mar 2006
3 out of 5 gamers (60%) found this review helpful
If you're familiar with the Sims... well, it won't really matter when you start playing MySims Kingdom, because it's a whole different game.
This is a game less about social interaction and more about adventure puzzle-solving. Of course, when I say "puzzle-solving" what I really mean is that the game gives you tasks to complete that allow you to continue. These really aren't puzzles, mostly because you're led through them and it's mostly straight-forward otherwise.
The story puts you in the shoes of a royal wandolier, appointed by a king who... needs you to do... stuff. Anyway, doing this stuff requires you to visit a bunch of islands with interesting themes. One island looks like the old west, one resembles a space station, there's a cemetery, academy, playhouse, etc. Suitably wacky characters pop up in each world and require your help to improve their little simulated lives. Doing so will unlock more islands, give you new outfits and unlock new parts.
Speaking of parts, building is a big part of the gameplay. Some of the tasks ask you to set up water or electric lines, but many are about decor. Much of this is free-form, which actually makes the game nicely accessible for younger players, but engaging enough for the seasoned gamer. Oh sure, none of this is all that difficult, you can't die and depth is minimal, but it's an enjoyable experience.
Some problems remain. Environments tend to be too cluttered, leaving your camera angle in constant trouble. Dialogue boxes are mostly just exercises in how fast you can press the A button. The motion-sensor controls can be jerky when placing items on the screen.
It's limited appeal and gameplay might turn some off, but it's a pleasant experience for kids and your inner child.
This is a game less about social interaction and more about adventure puzzle-solving. Of course, when I say "puzzle-solving" what I really mean is that the game gives you tasks to complete that allow you to continue. These really aren't puzzles, mostly because you're led through them and it's mostly straight-forward otherwise.
The story puts you in the shoes of a royal wandolier, appointed by a king who... needs you to do... stuff. Anyway, doing this stuff requires you to visit a bunch of islands with interesting themes. One island looks like the old west, one resembles a space station, there's a cemetery, academy, playhouse, etc. Suitably wacky characters pop up in each world and require your help to improve their little simulated lives. Doing so will unlock more islands, give you new outfits and unlock new parts.
Speaking of parts, building is a big part of the gameplay. Some of the tasks ask you to set up water or electric lines, but many are about decor. Much of this is free-form, which actually makes the game nicely accessible for younger players, but engaging enough for the seasoned gamer. Oh sure, none of this is all that difficult, you can't die and depth is minimal, but it's an enjoyable experience.
Some problems remain. Environments tend to be too cluttered, leaving your camera angle in constant trouble. Dialogue boxes are mostly just exercises in how fast you can press the A button. The motion-sensor controls can be jerky when placing items on the screen.
It's limited appeal and gameplay might turn some off, but it's a pleasant experience for kids and your inner child.
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