First of all I think the fact you can move from house to house makes it alot more fun than The Sims. This game entertains you as well as teaches you a bit of reality, such as getting a job, or keeping the house clean. I think you sould be at least 10 & up to play this game because some sims kiss each other and sometimes, not something you ant to show to a young child. During this game you have to try to keep your motives up, get promoted, make friends, move out, and take over Malcom's mansion all in a days work. I own both The Sims and The Sims Bustin' Out, and The Sims Bustin' Out is much more fun. I highly recommend this game. You get lot's of fun for only a little price!

Great, in depth game, though the goals get repetative and a little strange, i played for hours, more than the 30 mins. required to make a review for most games.

I have never played a SIMS game before and although I like the idea of being able to 'create' a character and have that character 'live freely' this game fell way short. I spent all my time telling my SIM to go to the bathroom, eat, sleep, and watch TV. Its not even close to real life and is just plain tedious, stupid, and absolutely no fun. To do the things you have to do to move forward because they arent fun you have to spend two days just getting ready and making sure you are green. 8 hours of play and I was still struggling to eat, sleep, watch tv, shower, and socialize. Staying green was damn near impossible to do and still complete your missions. Anyone thinking that this game is great has a mental problem. Perhaps I should go play the game again so I can pick up trash in the kitchen, or for real fun, work out, or even sleep. Then I can take a dump 4 times a day so I dont get upset and spend 2 hours having a dinner.

This game sucks except for those people trying to actually live their lives vicariously through these SIMS. Unfortunately I spend too much time doing ridiculous tasks over and over again to even enjoy my character.