News Archive - 2000

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Create Your Own Custom Details In BA Plus!

We have added a new tutorial to the SimCity 3000 Unlimited Tips and Tricks area to help you create your own details in BA Plus.

Go to Tips and Tricks

Flamingo Light!

Your Sim's den definitely needs this charming memento of the long-gone SimCity hockey team, the Flamingos. Download it today!

Flamingo Light
Hockey fans will surely miss the SimCity Flamingos, but their neon bar light makes a fine memento.
Download Flamingo Light (125 Kb)

Chat with Will Wright Transcript!

Last week's chat with Will Wright went very well - over 2000 questions were asked! Will didn't get to them all, but we have everything he said right here.

Go to Get Cool Stuff

A Special 'Thank You' to all Sim Fans

Here is a special letter to all Sim fans world-wide.
This means you!

Go to Thank You on SimCity.com or Read Luc's letter on TheSims.com. Or you can click read more below to read the letter on our website.

New Unlimited Landmark Available in the Downloads Section

If your German-style Cities are missing that special touch, check out the Hopfengarten Landmark. A genuine Bavarian beer garden is just what your Sims need -- so make sure you have plenty of public transportation and download this watering hole to enhance all of your favorite Cities.

Go to Landmarks

Mac Version Is On Its Way!

That's right! Aspyr is bringing The Sims to the Mac. Check out the latest info on the upcoming Mac version of The Sims!

Go to Aspyr.com

Will Wright on ABCNews.com

Will Wright will be interviewed by Sam Donaldson on ABCNews.com, May 31 at aproximately 9:15am, PST. Realplayer is needed for viewing the live Webcast.

Go To ABCNews.com

SimsVille is Tops at E3 Says GameSpot

There is no doubt in our minds that Simsville, Maxis' latest addition to its venerable Sim legacy, was one of the best games of E3 and will be an important title to follow this year.

Click to check out the GameSpot article

Entertainment Tonight CyberScoops E3

What do you get when you combine the building elements of "SimCity" with people management from the "The Sims?" The answer, of course, is "SimsVille". This upcoming game from Electronic Arts is a micromanager's heaven, with a goal to create a vibrant city while enriching its residents' lives at the same time.

Click to check out the ETOnline article

Washington Post Names SimsVille Tops at E3