Why EA Should Revive The Urbz? Why We Need A Comeback?
When it comes to simulation games, the legacy of The Sims few can match. Its brand of life sim and creative potential has earned the hearts of millions. Still, there's another title from the same developer that I think has earned some reexamination Urbz. The Sims Series continues to innovate with Expansions and new updates, however The Urbz has left a lot of its fans feeling empty from the unique charm & depth that was present.
Culture and Lifestyle Mixture in One
The mid-2000s The Urbz was a welcome change to the traditional simulation game. Its setting, in a bustling city populated by all walks of life , is what set its tone apart. Gamers were able to create their own "Urbz" and traverse the crowded city with its sprawling neighborhoods. This was an element that the game had which not many of its rivals did.
Engaging Gameplay
Underpinning The Urbz was deep, meaningful gameplay that acted as a simulation of real life socialising. While The Sims is focused, for the most part, on taking out the trash and cleaning up after yourself (so to speak), its console cousin presents a faster-paced concept. Music players could choose to pursue friendships, start romances or even complete small urban life-themed mini-games. It was this cocktail of social simulation and gameplay that grounded every interaction in whatever significant part it could play.
A Community Ready for Revival
Luckily, as social media platforms have become more popular, players within the same communities can band together to celebrate their favorite nostalgic games. It's the kind of thing that will strike a chord with fans of The Urbz. Forums and fan clubs online, have been discussing the original games for nearly two-decades through showcasing their art, creating theories or simply talking about what a reboot could look like. The people want The Urbz 2 and they damn well will have it in ways that extend beyond the traditional crit-to-crit handheld format.
Simulation games heading into 2018
The Urbz, in turn, is being bubbled up within the current zeitgeist of gaming trends that favour simulation. From the increasing popularity of elements like VR and AR, EA should really think about remastering one its past games right now. Thanks to the latest technology, you can smell the delicious city and stay fresh in mini-games. The Urbz could change, but still be The Urbz — That way it appeals to fans of the original while also drawing in a new audience.
Even if The Sims going nowhere but up, it cannot be too much to ask for EA to hear the cries of fans calling on them for something familiar. The Urbz Deserves Another Shot In The Video Games World A comeback would scratch an itch for fans, but could also bring a new voice to simulation games with its unusual gameplay and cultural depth. How about to give us The Urbz all over again and let us live in the city.
