

It introduced a host of things that remained central to the series' gameplay, like an influence system, the ability to play instruments, and lifetime wants. This expansion pack offers a quality-of-life change. This first expansion for The Sims 2 made the biggest splash, and University is, almost two decades later, still widely considered the best expansion pack for The Sims 2. The Sims 4: Seasons truly adds a whole new layer that will affect your gameplay all year round.

There were also scholarships that’d let you move into a private residence, or Greek houses, if frat life was more your thing.Ĭlassmates could bond by spending time at a bubble machine, hitting up the juice keg together, or just playing Kicky Bag in the quad. You typically moved into a dormitory and lived side-by-side with other students, pulling pranks, having pillow fights, and forming study groups to socialize while you learn. There were three schools your Sims could attend if you bought The Sims 2: University, with 11 majors requiring the advancement of related skills to graduate and obtain one of four graduate-only careers.

All expansion packs were developed by Maxis Redwood Shores and published by Electronic Arts. Ah, college – the first time young adults are free of their parents (and, fun fact, the first time Young Adults were in the Sims at all). Eight expansion packs have been released for the 2004 life simulation video game The Sims 2, the second major title in The Sims series.
