Bustin' Out is yet another very addictive

Like all the other Sims games, Bustin' Out for the PS2 is yet another very addictive game. Still, it is basically an update of the last Sims game. There are lots of new items, new clothing options, and new careers which now will influence the house you live in. You have two modes to play in, Bust Out or Free Play (which is unlocked as soon as you enter your Mom's house). The graphics have improved but still look a bit choppy. Although you can't listen to the Sims talk, their blabber is very much entertaining and you'll listen to some nice tunes (from metal to jazz) when you turn on the stereo. The controls are pretty good to handle but they need a little getting used to (especially when building a house). Some of the downsides include having to have a memory card for each Sim you make, in Free Play Mode you can only build three houses (instead of 6 like in the previous game) for each game, and they're sometimes some annoying jitters (usually during loading times). Despite this, Bustin' Out is a good game and if you're a fan you'll definitely enjoy it.