Summary
- Release Year: 2010
- Genres: Simulator, Strategy
- Platforms: Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Maxis
- Publishers: Electronic Arts
The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff is the sixth stuff pack for The Sims 3, released on September 7, 2010. As the name suggests, this pack is all about cars, with new vehicles, furnishings, décor, and apparel inspired by four distinct automotive lifestyles:
- Speed Demons: Sims who love to live life in the fast lane can deck out their homes with racing-themed décor, such as checkered flag curtains, neon signs, and trophy cases. They can also dress in stylish racing suits and helmets, and get behind the wheel of sleek sports cars or powerful motorcycles.
- Classic Luxury: Sims who prefer a more refined lifestyle can opt for classic luxury automobiles, such as limousines and vintage convertibles. Their homes can be decorated with elegant furnishings, such as leather sofas, marble fireplaces, and grand pianos. Sims can dress in formal attire, such as вечерние платья and tuxedos, to complete the look.
- Pin-Up Glam: Sims who want to embrace a retro aesthetic can choose from a variety of pin-up girl dresses and rockabilly tough guy attire. Their homes can be decorated with vintage posters, diner-style furniture, and jukeboxes. Sims can also get behind the wheel of classic cars, such as hot rods and muscle cars.
- Rebellious Edge: Sims who want to rebel against the establishment can dress in edgy clothing, such as leather jackets, ripped jeans, and combat boots. Their homes can be decorated with graffiti art, industrial furnishings, and vintage motorcycles. Sims can also get behind the wheel of rugged SUVs or tuner cars.
In addition to the new cars, furnishings, décor, and apparel, Fast Lane Stuff also introduces a new skill: Car Tuning. Sims can now learn how to tune up their cars, which will improve their performance and make them more valuable. Sims can also enter their tuned-up cars in races, which can be a fun way to earn money and show off their skills.
Overall, The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff is a fun and stylish stuff pack that adds a lot of new content to the game. With its four distinct automotive lifestyles, there’s something for every Sim to enjoy.
New Features
- New Vehicles: Sims can now get behind the wheel of a variety of new cars, including sports cars, luxury sedans, classic convertibles, hot rods, muscle cars, SUVs, and tuner cars.
- New Furnishings and Décor: Sims can decorate their homes with a variety of new furnishings and décor inspired by the four automotive lifestyles. This includes racing-themed décor, classic luxury furnishings, retro pin-up girl and rockabilly tough guy items, and edgy industrial pieces.
- New Apparel: Sims can dress in a variety of new outfits inspired by the four automotive lifestyles. This includes racing suits, formal attire, pin-up girl dresses, rockabilly tough guy attire, and edgy clothing.
- New Skill: Car Tuning: Sims can now learn how to tune up their cars, which will improve their performance and make them more valuable. Sims can also enter their tuned-up cars in races, which can be a fun way to earn money and show off their skills.
Gameplay
The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff adds a lot of new gameplay possibilities to the game. Sims can now:
- Customize their cars: Sims can choose from a variety of new cars, and then customize them to their liking. They can change the color, add decals, and even tune up the engine.
- Enter car races: Sims can enter their tuned-up cars in races, which can be a fun way to earn money and show off their skills. Races are held at the new Starlight Shores racetrack.
- Earn rewards: Sims can earn rewards for winning races, such as new cars, furnishings, and décor.
- Collect car parts: Sims can collect car parts, which can be used to tune up their cars or sell for profit.
Reception
The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff received generally positive reviews from critics. Many praised the new cars, furnishings, décor, and apparel, as well as the new Car Tuning skill. However, some critics felt that the pack was overpriced and that it didn’t offer enough new gameplay.
Overall, The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff is a fun and stylish stuff pack that adds a lot of new content to the game. With its four distinct automotive lifestyles, there’s something for every Sim to enjoy.
Review Score
7.5/10
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