The Sims Medieval
- May 8, 2011
- The Sims Studio
More an interactive fairytale than a game, this Sims spinoff tells a good yarn but feels limited.
The Sims Medieval is a spin-off of the life simulation game, The Sims. It allows players to build and control a medieval kingdom by creating Sims with various professions and completing quests. Three new themed throne rooms and outfit sets, including Barbarian, Dark Magic, and Princess, have been added to expand gameplay options. In this game, players can experience a new way to play The Sims in a medieval setting with additional thematic content.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience with a variety of roles and quests, allowing players to immerse themselves in a medieval fantasy setting.
- Players appreciate the simplicity of needs management, focusing only on food and sleep, which enhances gameplay without the usual complexities of The Sims.
- The game features unique character traits and professions, providing a humorous and creative approach to gameplay, such as being a knight or a tyrannical ruler.
- Many players experienced significant installation issues, particularly on Mac, requiring extensive troubleshooting to get the game to work.
- The game lacks depth and freedom compared to traditional Sims games, leading to repetitive gameplay and limited exploration options.
- There are ongoing technical problems, including activation code errors and compatibility issues, which have frustrated many users and led to wasted purchases.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being boring and limiting, with players feeling constrained by the quest structure and lacking meaningful exploration. While there are ongoing quests that allow for some player choice, the overall experience is marred by poorly executed battles and a lack of engaging narrative depth.
“My first quest was to build a kingdom.”
“I could do it as fast or as slow as I wanted, taking time to find a guy, have a kid, and complete missions as I felt like it.”
“Unlike in The Sims 3, there are ongoing quests that you as the player get to choose.”
“You get bored with it and the quests swiftly.”
“And branching out from the quest to explore and do your own thing is basically a no-no.”
“Some parts of the quest you can't see.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its fresh and purpose-driven mechanics set in an engaging fantasy environment, distinguishing it from previous titles like The Sims 3. Players find it enjoyable and innovative, contributing to a unique gaming experience.
“Fresh, purpose-driven gameplay in a fun fantasy setting that feels unique and not just a re-skinned version of The Sims 3.”
