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Version 0.50

The Sims Online FAQ.
By JaZoNkRoLl

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www.simmingworld.com
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EMAIL me at:


jazon@onemain.com

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JaZoNkRoLl

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~PLEASE EMAIL ME OR AIM ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS, SUGGESTIONS, OR
CORRECTIONS I CAN ADD TO THE FAQ!

~I WILL NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN ANSWERED IN THE
FAQ, NO MATTER WHAT- THEY WILL GO STRAIGHT INTO THE TRASH! SO READ THE
ENTIRE FAQ FIRST, OR DO A SEARCH (ctr-f) TO FIND WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING
FOR.

Tips For Using This FAQ:

--- Do a search of the document, using keywords you want to look for.
(ctr- f).

--- Read the entire document before submitting questions.



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A. Version Notes
B. FAQ (Q and A Session)
1. Is there a monthly fee?
2. How much will the game cost a month?
3. Do you need a credit card?
4. When was the release date?
5. How much will the game cost?
6. What is Charter Edition?
7. Do I need any of the old Sim's games?
8. Will I be able to import my own skins/objects into the game?
9. Can you play it offline?
10. How many characters can you have?
11. Can my Sim visit other cities?
12. Where do I buy the prepaid cards?
13. Would I like this game if I have never played any of the Sims
games?
14. Please explain the Core Business Unit Game, or Code Game. I
don't understand the code people are using!
15. Please explain the Pizza Concessione Game, or Pizza. I don't
understand the code people are using!
16. Would you recommend I start a business right away, or should I
wait and just use the job objects?
17. Would you recommend roommates right away?
18. How much do lots cost?
19. How come I am always having to download patches?
20. I heard that the CD has locks on some of the objects, and
Maxis will unlock the objects at certain times. Is this
true?
21. Will I ever get to make my own items?
22. Will you ever introduce other casino games besides Blackjack
and Roulette?
23. What is the ESRB rating for this game?
24. Do I have to make a business? Or can I just have a residence?
25. How old do I have to be to play the game? Is there an age
limit?
26. What are the system requirements?
27. What are simoleons?
28. How can I talk with sims that aren't on the same lot, or even
not online?
29. How do I check my mail?
30. How do I make a person a roommate?
31. What are the bonuses of having roommates?
32. What are the Map Filters about?
33. What options do I get when selecting my character?
34. What options do I get when making my name?
35. What does retiring a sim mean, and how do I do it?
36. Are their kids in the game?
37. Are their pets in the game?
38. How do I play the Maze game?
39. What are the skills I can have, and how are they significant?
40. Can my sim die?
41. What is the official website?
42. What is a good fansite?
43. Can I speed up time?
44. Which solo job objects are the best for making simoleons?
45. Which group job objects are the best for making simoleons?
46. What are the recommended system requirements?
47. How many roommates can I have?
48. What are some of the words/phrases people are saying in the
game?
49. What social interactions do I get when I acquire new skills?
50. Are there any cheat codes in the game?
51. Is it true that I can buy simoleons for real cash?
52. What cities are currently open?
C. Copyright
D. Special Thanks

*NEED HELP ANSWERING

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Version 0.50 4/20/03 Updated and added some more questions!

Version 0.39 1/2/03 Answered question #49 thanks to
coolgamer167.

Version 0.35 12/31/02 Changed the Version's to start with 0.
Added some things to question #48. Added
question #49 and #50.

Version 0.33 12/30/02 Happy NEW YEAR, (in 2 days). I fixed some
wrong things in the answers.

Version 0.30 12/24/02 HUGE UPDATE: Rewrote and updated almost
every question. Added one new question.

Version 0.13 12/24/02 Three new questions and answers, updated
old ones. It's Christmas Eve, I imagine
lots of people are going to be starting TSO
tomorrow.

Version 0.09 12/22/02 I added one question and updated two old
ones.

Version 0.06 12/20/02 I added two new questions.

Version 0.04 12/17/02 I added three new questions and answers,
added some other minor stuff regarding my
email and submitting questions for the FAQ.

Version 0.00 12/17/02 First Version, doesn't it look nice?! Well
I think it's the best first version I have
ever done! Yeah for me!


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1. Q: Is there a monthly fee?
A: Yes.

2. Q: How much will the game cost per month?
A: $10 (USD)

3. Q: Do you need a credit card?
A: You a credit card to register the game. You can then either
buy pre-paid time cards in the store, or charge it to the credit card.
4. Q: When was the release date?
A: December 17, 2002.
5. Q: How much does the game cost?
A: $50 Regular, or $75 Charter Edition.

6. Q: What is Charter Edition?
A: Charter Edition comes with some extras- a key chain, autograph,
colored manual, hotkey list, and three months of free play. This is
the best deal if you are a Sims Fan.

7. Q: Do I need any of the old Sims games?
A: No The Sims Online is stand alone, and is separate from all
other Sims games.

8. Q: Will I be able to import my own skins/objects into the game?
A: You will be able to do this, but this feature is not supported
at this time.

9. Q: Can you play it offline?
A: No, the only option is to play it online.

10. Q: How many characters can you have?
A: You can have three Sims per account, and each Sim has to live
in a different city.

11. Q: Can my Sim visit other cities?
A: No, unless you delete the sim, he must stay in the city you
chose in the beginning.

12. Q: Where do I buy the prepaid cards?
A: You can buy them online at amazon.com, ebgames.com, or any
major retailer in your area.

13. Q: Would I like this game if I have never played any of the other
Sim's games?
A: I would try this game or one of the original Sim's games at a
friends house first before purchasing the game, so you won't have to
spend $50 for something you will never ever play. If you really like
playing it at your friends, it's worth a buy.

14. Q: Please explain the Core Business Unit Game. (Code Game). I
don't understand the code people are using!
A: There are three positions in the game- Logic, Mechanical and
Body. The object of this job object is to guess a three letter code
out of the letters A, B, and C. The leader will call out letters, and
you will click the letter that corresponds to your sim. If the leader
calls out BAC, then you would click B if you are the first sim on the
picture list. The leader will usually systematically go through the
codes using a pre-determined chart. Once you find the code, you will
be paid. Having max skills in all the areas, (Logic, Mechanical, and
Body) will increase the payout.

15. Q: Please explain the Pizza Concessione Game. (Pizza). I don't