MySims Kingdom

MySims Kingdom Review

My two (then) 2nd graders and a Pre-K kid all loved playing this game. The readers could read the instructions for the then preschooler (now K) and they were perfecting their skills at their early reading level. That is what I liked about it.

They liked exploring and building, "talking" (in game-speak gibberish) to others, pretending, solving, sailing, cooking, and earning materials and color schemes they could organize any way they liked using their wandolier (a bonafied magic wand!). I noticed they sometimes didn't follow the clues of the game at all because they could plant trees, rearrange existing houses, and go to the disco (after they'd found the materials to build it) or the pizza kitchen (or several other lands) as they pleased.

I think one appeal of this game for a younger kid is they fully control the game play and one game might be following directions and solving a building puzzle to unlock more clues or gain more items, but another time they might just do as they pleased by wandering or choosing to spend time solely as each pleased. I could see the appeal of making all your own decisions, going where you wanted, really having control of your own destiny and decisions -- which kids don't have in real life! That alone seemed addictive to the kids.

All three of my kids played some sessions where they accomplished little. But eventually they did build castles, fix waterways, dodge ghosts (not scary ones), sail the seas, and help King Roland fix up the kingdom. All tasks and clues are written so a reading person is necessary. I'd say about a 1st grade level is necessary, perhaps 2nd grade is easier though. But my pre_k kid didn't even care about the clues. He just liked wandering around, entering castles or climing fences and interacting with the enviroment as he desired.

Dad and the two older kids did eventually complete the game but it took several sessions (more than 20 each??) and added facinating hours of fun! We are shopping now for the next Sims game to continue on our journeys!

This is a game that can only be played one at a time. We were a little disappointed at first until we caught onto how fun the game was for one person and we often used the Wii-time-alone games as rewards for homework done, or kids dressed on time for school. We had to segement out time for these rewards each of our kids loved! It also was a little slow going getting used to the format and sequence of events. But with a little practice, it became infectious!

MySims Kingdom Feature

• King Roland needs your help to revitalize his Kingdom
• Meet new MySims like King Roland, Princess Butter, and TOBOR. Then say hello to old friends with the return of Ginny, Buddy the Page, and the super-friendly Chef Gino to name a few.
• Traverse the vast and varied lands of the kingdom, each with its own unique theme. Visit the Kingdom’s Capital, explore Rocket Reef, hole up in Cowboy Junction, and more!
• In addition to houses, you can now build bridges, fences, and new contraptions such as windmills, water pumps, and more!
• Help King Roland defeat the plans of evil in a far flung corner of the Kingdom. Play 9 new minigames and do your best to show your worth!

MySims Kingdom Overview

MySims Kingdom sets you on a story-telling journey of discovery and exploration to help King Roland and his subjects revitalize the Kingdom. Throughout this epic quest to bring the MySims Kingdom back to its former glory, you will hear new stories from old and new friends alike, discover fascinating new lands and build to the limits of your imagination. Your MySims Kingdom experience for begins in The Capital, the land at the center of your story-telling. After you have met King Roland you can venture off into the vast lands beyond. Along the way new characters and new lands are revealed. Newly-added building options will help you accomplish your tasks. And in true MySims fashion, everything is customizable, allowing every creation within your world to have a signature look! MySims Kingdom...embark on your own journey of discovery & exploration!

MySims Kingdom Specifications

Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery to explore and customize the MySims Kingdom.

MySims Kingdom sets you on a storytelling journey of discovery and exploration to help King Roland and his subjects revitalize the Kingdom. Throughout this epic quest you will hear new stories from old and new friends alike, discover fascinating new lands and build to the limit of your imagination. Your MySims Kingdom experience for the DS begins in The Capital, the land at the center of your storytelling After you have met King Roland you can venture off into the vast lands beyond. Newly-added building options will help you accomplish your tasks. And in true MySims fashion, everything is customizable, allowing every creation within your world to have a signature look. MySims Kingdom…embark on your own journey of discovery and exploration.

Key Game Features: Epic Storyline—King Roland needs your help to revitalize his kingdom. Can you join forces with the other MySims to bring it back to its former glory? New Faces and Familiar Friends—Meet new MySims like King Roland. Then say hello to old friends like Ginny and Buddy who have both made career changes that will delight you. Travel to New Lands—Traverse the vast and varied lands of the kingdom, each with its own unique theme. Discover all the unique things to do in each while you help its citizens. New Building Options—In addition to houses and furniture you can now build many more contraptions that will help you finish your epic quest for the King. A New Chapter to the MySims Kingdom Story– Help King Roland defeat the plans of evil in a far flung corner of the Kingdom. 9 new minigames to show your worth.

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