The Sims 4 will be revealed at GamesCom! So what is GamesCom?

Posted on June 18, 2013 by sww
How stoked (@SimGuruRyan's new word) are you that we finally get to see The Sims 4 on August 20th at Gamescom! So what is GamesCom? It is a gaming convention held in beautiful Cologne in Germany. I have attended it for the last 2 years and it is awesome. Loads of gamers and companies get to show off their games all in one building. (4-5 halls actually, if you are going, bring walking shoes). It is like the European equivalent of Pax, it is more for fans than press like with E3. The Sims Read more [...]
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The Sims 3 Island Paradise Launch Trailer

Posted on June 17, 2013 by sww
The Sims Launch Trailer has been uploaded, I did not expect it till next week but I will take it, it is pretty! I like the woman they used for this trailer too, it just fits right in with the Island Paradise feel. Press Release: The Sims 3 Island Paradise is on the horizon! With this summer’s hottest offering releasing next week, The Sims Studio reveals today the never before seen trailer that captures all the fun in the sun moments that await players this tropical world. With mermaids, Read more [...]
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The Sims 3 Supernatural, Showtime and University Concept Art

Posted on June 17, 2013 by sww
Found on DeviantArt a very talented artist called Jace-Wallace posted them, she is also on twitter: @JaceWallace I love the PlantSim and Witch/Faerie concept art at the bottom! // // Read more [...]
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Want to work on The Sims or SimCity, Maxis Job listings!

Posted on June 17, 2013 by sww
The Maxis joblisting had an update with loads of new jobs, see all of them below! These are for the Emeryville (SimCity), Redwood City (The Sims) and Utah. We have listed only 1 requirement for each position, check the listing for all the requirements. Some of the positions do not mention for which game it is, however based on the location we have guessed for which game it is ('Most likely'). Currently (June 17th) there are 25 job listings for Maxis. Art Concept Artist - Not listed Read more [...]
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The Sims History in Timelines

Posted on June 4, 2013 by sww
When The Sims 4 was announced about a month ago we made a Timeline to show the times between The Sims - The Sims 4 announcement. Many people asked us to make timelines to show every expansion pack release, so here they are! The Sims 1 The Sims 1 had 7 Expansion Packs The Sims 2   The Sims 2 had 8 Expansion Packs and 10 Stuff Packs (Though the Happy Holday Stuff pack was similar to Holiday Part Pack with a little bit more content)  The Sims 3 Right now with the information Read more [...]
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Island Paradise Blueprints

Posted on June 2, 2013 by sww
Here are some of the blueprints we found in the Island Paradise Hands on! Most of these are only available on resorts. Scroll down to see the wedding chapels! Pools // // Lobbys Bedrooms Gyms Dining Areas // // Wedding Chapels! Outdoor Areas Read more [...]
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Spot the Differences! – Done!

Posted on June 1, 2013 by sww
Update: Patrick found all 11 of them in 4minutes! Here they all are:Patrick I will be sending you your code to your email :) This competition is about being the first to spot the differences between these two pictures: There are 11 differences in these pictures, some are obvious some are subtle. Instructions: Download one of the images. On it mark the differences with a red circle (like how I did in this picture) using paint/photoshop/gimp/etc. Save the image with the differences Read more [...]
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Spot the difference competition preperation

Posted on June 1, 2013 by sww
In about 1h we will be hosting a Spot the Difference competition. Before that make sure you have at least commented once on Platinum Simmers. For instance on this post: platinumsimmers.com/articles/s-maise-dragon-valley-win-a-copy-of-dragon-valley/ Once that comment is approved there will be no problem with future comments needing approving. Then the spot the difference competition will be about who can spot the differences the fastest and marking them like this: Not the Read more [...]
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‘s maise Dragon Valley

Posted on May 31, 2013 by sww
I've been a huge fan of the Monte Vista world, Dragon Valley world now has shared first place. Dragon Valley is equally as gorgeous Monte Vista but where Monte Vista is very bright, Dragon Valley has a dark and medieval feel to it. Perfect for storytelling and for those people who love fantasy. 's maise Dragon Valley means Dragon Valley is beautiful in Gaelic! As this world was inspired by Ireland/Scotland we needed some Gaelic in this article! Dragons Then there are baby dragons. Seriously, Read more [...]
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The Sims 3 Dragon Valley Concept Art – School

Posted on May 31, 2013 by sww
@SimGuruSmitty just shared some concept art from Dragon Valley, specifically the school! Compare it to the finished result, looks like the sketch!   Read more [...]
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