In my mid 40's, been playing for 22 years - the original Sims game was one of 3 or 4 games that I bought when I got my first non-mac computer -looked to good to pass up and have kept going - although a bit less with this iteration.
It's kind of sad that I have to point out that anything I say is only just my opinion and may be a different one from someone else.
I'm 52 and my simming journey began with SimAnt (on an Amiga) in the early 90s, followed shortly by SimCity. I've been playing The Sims (on Windows) since the first one.
I'm loving all the mentions of the Amigas. That was my first computer too but I don't recall ever playing a Sims game on it. A lot of ours were demos though, from floppy disks you got free with magazines.
My first computer was an Apple IIgs my father bought for the family in 1987 or 88. I bought my own computer (PC) around 1995 or 96. I dated a guy whose kid brother got me hooked on Civilization so I bought my own PC so I could play Civilization and other new games . I still play that series! I also wanted internet access. (Ah, the lovely dial up days!)
I love Civilization too, next to Sims 3 & 4.
My Dad actually got the 1st Civilization for the Amiga Compu PC back in the late 80s. I now play Civilization VI. And I've even based some of my households on my favorite leaders from Civil VI.
Late 30s and I started with the first Sims game the second it was released!
My username has been my internet handle for over 20 years since I was 16 and refers to when I had a crush on a very tall boy. I intend absolutely no violence toward beautiful giraffes.
This thread has really uplifted me. Mostly hearing from so many folks in their 60s and 70s who are avid Simmers. Sometimes I wonder about my future as I age (I am almost 39 and have not found the life partner I hoped for, or had any children as of yet. Of course it may happen but it also may not!) Sometimes when I meet with older folks for work, some of them are really struggling with physical challenges and loneliness or isolation. When I picture my own older years, I often think "If I still have the Sims, that's one thing that will give me joy for as long as I live." It's so nice to hear that that's a real possibility. I think sometimes I imagine that as I age, for some reason I will no longer enjoy it. So thanks to all who have shared your ages and your interests. You're awesome, keep on Simming!
My username has been my internet handle for over 20 years since I was 16 and refers to when I had a crush on a very tall boy. I intend absolutely no violence toward beautiful giraffes.
I’m in my late sixties, something I still find hard to believe. I first played computer games on a Spectrum console - the games were loaded from a cassette tape. I progressed eventually to an Amiga, which came bundled with a game called Lemmings - I loved that game. But nothing compares to my enjoyment of the Sims, in all its iterations throughout the years. Unfortunately I have not been able to play for many months now as my old computer finally died and I have no idea what spec of computer to buy to satisfy the demands of my favourite game. I’ll sort something out eventually I’m sure but in the meantime I miss my Sims.
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I’m in my late sixties, something I still find hard to believe. I first played computer games on a Spectrum console - the games were loaded from a cassette tape. I progressed eventually to an Amiga, which came bundled with a game called Lemmings - I loved that game. But nothing compares to my enjoyment of the Sims, in all its iterations throughout the years. Unfortunately I have not been able to play for many months now as my old computer finally died and I have no idea what spec of computer to buy to satisfy the demands of my favourite game. I’ll sort something out eventually I’m sure but in the meantime I miss my Sims.
Luckily Sims 4 doesn't require a super powered gaming computer. I recommend an HP Pavilion. Their "gaming" computers can start as low as $700. That type is fine for Sims 4. If you still play Sims 3, you'd want to go a little higher for a better graphics card.
I just celebrated my 61st birthday.🎉 But I am thinking about aging backwards from now on.😳
You could do the Jack Benny thing, always 39.
Heh. I just watched a skit from the old Jack Benny show where he had a life swap thing with guest Rod Serling. At the end, someone asks if they had been in The Twilight Zone. Rod says, “Anyone who’s been 39 as many times as Benny has is already living in The Twilight Zone.”
I started playing when my younger son's girlfriend introduced me to Sims 2, and I am still going at 66. I'm not sure I will change up to Sims 5 when it comes because there is just so much I haven't explored yet in Sims 4. Love the building most, but when I do play it always gives me a laugh.
Luckily Sims 4 doesn't require a super powered gaming computer. I recommend an HP Pavilion. Their "gaming" computers can start as low as $700. That type is fine for Sims 4. If you still play Sims 3, you'd want to go a little higher for a better graphics card.
Thank you so much for the information - that’s very kind of you and most helpful.
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I know not everybody uses Facebook. I'd consider moving this to some other social forum, but I set it up on FB because that was easy to do, and we'll see how it goes. Please consider joining.
My username says it all! 75...born smack dab in the middle of disco, baby! MJ and Hair Bands are my jam and I am impatiently waiting for my August concert ....Def Leppard, Motley Crue, Joan Jett and Poison. Speaking of...why weren't those acts added into some of the many incarnations of the game??? That would have kicked some serious...well... you know.
Is there a support group for Simming Addiction? I think I need it...
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My Dad actually got the 1st Civilization for the Amiga Compu PC back in the late 80s. I now play Civilization VI. And I've even based some of my households on my favorite leaders from Civil VI.
love playing sims, it's my place to escape
I have a saying on my profile for another game, that I live by everyday.
"I don't regret growing older ..... it's a privilege denied to many!"
You could do the Jack Benny thing, always 39.
25Aug2014
Luckily Sims 4 doesn't require a super powered gaming computer. I recommend an HP Pavilion. Their "gaming" computers can start as low as $700. That type is fine for Sims 4. If you still play Sims 3, you'd want to go a little higher for a better graphics card.
Heh. I just watched a skit from the old Jack Benny show where he had a life swap thing with guest Rod Serling. At the end, someone asks if they had been in The Twilight Zone. Rod says, “Anyone who’s been 39 as many times as Benny has is already living in The Twilight Zone.”
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Thank you so much for the information - that’s very kind of you and most helpful.
25Aug2014
I made a group for us old folks.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/oldersims/
I know not everybody uses Facebook. I'd consider moving this to some other social forum, but I set it up on FB because that was easy to do, and we'll see how it goes. Please consider joining.
Fun idea but it won't work next year or the year after.