csp sims

what is sims freeplay

life simulation mobile videogame where players create and manage their own virtual characters

how many levels are there

55

what do you do in the game

objectives include building and decorating your home, going on holiday, organising a party, and interacting with other . 

who publishes sims freeplay

EA games

electronic arts

what business model does sims use

freemium

download for free however through microtransactions can use real money to buy in game currency

how does EA tempt users to spend money in game

collaborations with other companies

moschino or lego

what is baudrillards hyper reality theory

line between reality and hyperreality is blurred

simulacra are copies of reality with no original

what does simulation mean

inescapable blurring of reality and representation

what does similacra mean

reality is reflected so much the outcome doesnt even match reality

how can sims be applied to baudrillards hyperreality

simulated consumer lifestyle mimics reality, this blurs the lines between the two

reflects values capitalism, status symbols and endless consumption

how does sims relate to capitalism

reinforces a capitalist culture by normalising the desire for wealth and status

what is hesmogaldghes cultural industry theory

minimise risk to maximise profit

does sims conform to cultural industries theory

yes

through collabs with moschino and lego, sims freeplay aim to minimise risk

what is gauntlets identity theory

media and technology play a significant role in shaping our identities

how does gauntlets identity theory relate to sims

players are able to construct their SIMS in whatever way they want

promotes diversity, choice of skintones avaliable

players can reject stereotypical gender roles

what is jenkins fandom theory

fandoms are social entities with distinct dimensions

how does jenkins fandom theory relate to sims freeplay

group of players calling themself the simmers, they exchange tips and ideas on forums

what did the 2020 ESA survey find

video games transcend age, gender and where we live

who is more likley to play games on smartphones

women

55% women in ages 18-34 say games help them stay connected with friends and family

what age rating is sims

12

where did sims freeplay come from

spin off from highly popular sims franchise