The Sims™ 2 Legacy Collection
Last updated: 2026-01-10
- Engaging and addictive gameplay experience
- Superior to later Sims titles in franchise
- Extensive customization and detail attention
- Frequent crashes disrupt gameplay stability
- Outdated graphics and UI frustrations
- Unpolished re-release with missing content
Emotions
Frustration20%Nostalgia20%Satisfaction15%Disappointment6%Excitement5%
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 44%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 55%
- Protest reviews
- 1%
- 76%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 24%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 547
- Negative points
- 352
- Gameplay points
- 303
- Perf. points
- 201
- Rec. points
- 77
- Misc points
- 14
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Engaging and addictive gameplay
| Players consistently praise the game's depth, replayability, and nostalgic charm. Many describe it as timeless, with emergent storytelling and hours of entertainment value. | 62% |
Optimized for modern systems
| The game runs smoothly on current hardware, including Linux and Steam Deck, with fast loading times and support for modern resolutions (e.g., 21:9 ultrawide). | 58% |
Superior to later Sims titles
| Many players prefer *The Sims 2* over *The Sims 4* and *3*, citing more personality, fewer restrictions, and deeper gameplay mechanics (e.g., wants/fears, family legacies). | 52% |
Best in franchise for many
| Frequently called the peak of the series, with praise for its creativity, completeness, and balance of depth and accessibility compared to newer entries. | 51% |
Extensive customization options
| Players highlight deep character creation, mod support, and world-building tools, with many mods still functional and enhancing gameplay. | 32% |
Unmatched attention to detail
| Frequent mentions of the game’s meticulous design, from Sim personalities to environmental interactions, contribute to its immersive feel. | 17% |
Aged but impressive graphics
| While dated, the 2000s-era visuals are noted for their detail and charm, with smooth performance even on weaker PCs and mod-enhanced aesthetics. | 15% |
Strong family/legacy gameplay
| The family tree system, generational storytelling, and pre-made households with backstories are praised for adding long-term engagement and drama. | 12% |
Affordable and good value
| Players consider the game a worthwhile purchase, especially on sale, due to its bundled content, longevity, and replayability. | 10% |