The Sims 2: Nightlife In-Depth (PC) 3
Fargo: What kinds of things can make a date go bad? Tha Doctah: Oh all sorts of things -- not that I know from experience, but I've heard stories. For instance, you don't want to try to date when you're tired or uncomfortable. If you pee yourself in the middle of a date, it's pretty much a dealbreaker. Fargo: The date ends early? Tha Doctah: Sho' nuff. Or, you can fall asleep in your food. Or the waiter might spill food on you. There are numerous food catastrophes to be on the lookout for. But the worst is when a "Romantic Rival" comes along. (http://media.pc.gamespy.com/media/739/739565/img_2931924.html) Not ... so ... smooth. Fargo: A rival? Tha Doctah: Yah, you see, in Nightlife, if you piss off another Sim, they might become your rival. If your rival shows up in the middle of a date, he or she might try to steal away the love of your life -- you know, following you around, flirting... Fargo: Sounds like a disaster. Tha Doctah: That's why I'm glad Sims University added prank joy buzzers. Fargo: Where do you recommend taking a date? Tha Doctah: Back to my place: I got me a love tub. Fargo: Okay, just humor us and tell us where you would take a date in the new downtown area featured in the expansion pack. Tha Doctah: Well, every Sim's gonna have his or her own thing. An active Sim is gonna have fun bowling, or dancing. Others just want to eat or watch TV. There are about 20 new lots built out in the downtown area: restaurants, clubs, bowling alleys, karaoke bars, parks... I've hit 'em all. Fargo: How do you know what your date wants? Tha Doctah: In Sims 2 Nightlife, you can ask Sims and they'll tell you what their wants are, so dating is a walk in the cake. Fargo: Assuming you find that special someone. Tha Doctah: And even if you don't, there's always cologne. Fargo: Is there an easy way to find that special someone? With all the turn-ons and turn-offs, it must be hard to find someone who's compatible... Tha Doctah: This much is true. However -- and I have no need of her services myself -- I hear there is an old Gypsy Matchmaker woman who you can find wandering around the town. Fargo: Now this sounds promising! How does she work? Tha Doctah: Well, you step up to her and cross her palms with some silver. Or, in this case, a pile of Simoleons. You can choose how much you want to spend with her -- the more you spend, the better your match will be. Fargo: So it's important not to skimp? Tha Doctah: Oh hell yah. There's a rumor around town that some guy tipped her half a Simoleon and ended up dating Courtney Love. Fargo: But if you pay well...? Tha Doctah: Yah baby, she'll find a perfect match for you, and your ideal mate will just fall from the sky. Literally. It's a little crazy that way. Fargo: That's awesome, I'll keep that in mind. Before we go, can I ask a personal question? Tha Doctah: Yes, I do trim my chest hair into funny shapes. Fargo: ... that wasn't what I was going to ask, but while we're on the topic: ew. I was going to ask why Maxis decided not to include you in the expansion pack? Tha Doctah: It may have been due to the restraining orders. Fargo: Thanks for your time. Stick around GameSpy for more coverage of _The Sims 2: Nightlife_ (http://pc.gamespy.com/pc/sims-2-nightlife/) as it nears release! ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com
