The Sims, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) Label, shipped The Sims 2 Apartment Life for the PC, and The Sims 2 Apartment Pets exclusively for the Nintendo DSTM to retail outlets nationwide. In both releases, players leave suburbia for the action and excitement of apartment life. The eighth expansion pack for The Sims 2 franchise, The Sims 2 Apartment Life delivers the drama and fun of apartment living as they move into a brand new building, explore their new neighborhood, mingle in coffee shops, meet new friends and much more. In The Sims 2 Apartment Pets, life in the apartment becomes a lot less lonely as a friendly, furry or fine-feathered friend offers companionship and delivers happiness and joy to Sims. Both titles shipped to retail outlets in North America, European and Asia-Pacific regions and are available now!

The Sims 2 Apartment Pets for Nintendo DS

In The Sims 2 Apartment Pets on the Nintendo DS, players care for a variety of local pets including loveable cats and dogs, slithery snakes, hamsters, colorful birds and cuddly rabbits to make sure they receive the right treatment so that they stay happy, healthy and well groomed. Simoleans earned can be used to furnish the perfect apartment and buy fun pet accessories like hats, shoes and toys. Additionally, players can use the Nintendo DS touch screen and stylus to play cool mini-games and unlock new objects for their Sim and their pets.

Also shipping is The Sims 2 Apartment Life Limited Collection -- a great value to get your apartment life started. The set includes The Sims 2 Apartment Life and The Sims 2 Double Deluxe which consists of The Sims 2, The Sims 2 Nightlife Expansion Pack, The Sims 2 Celebration Stuff and a video DVD with a host of tips and tricks.