Electronic Arts (EA) stated that they are releasing The Sims 2 Pets on present generation console systems, handheld platforms and as a PC expansion pack. The Sims 2 Pets will be built on the famous The Sims 2 experience that lets gamers to make and manage digital characters all through their lives while deciding the result of their relationships and choosing their fate. Each version will feature personalized content adapted to the platform.
Executive Producer Rod Humble says, “The Sims 2 Pets captures the magic between pets and their owners. A dog gnawing at his chew toy, a cat jumping at a dangled feather, a toddler stroking the chest of a big dog who sits by patiently — even a frisky dog getting caught rolling around in the trash. These special moments all come to life through the lifelike animations and artwork of The Sims 2 Pets. There is something delightful about your Sim, a little pet person, having a pet of their own. Pets allow players to tell more stories with their Sims and helps create more emergent anecdotes within the game.”
The Sims 2 Pets will be available on the GameCube, Game Boy Advance, PlayStation 2, Nintendo, and Nintendo DS, and on a PC as an expansion pack. A version for the PSP will be released later.