The Sims game series is still one of the most popular games. Therefore, hundreds of reviews of various add-ons and downloadable cities appear annually. Despite the fact that the last part was the game Sims 4, the third part for some gamers was the best. In addition to a dozen add-ons, the downloadable town of Hidden Springs proved to be popular in Sims 3.
About the game
Sims 3 is a single player game. Previously it was believed that the project belongs to the "sandbox" genre, but after some time he formed his own genre, which later everyone began to copy. This life simulator was developed by EA. The game became available in 2009.
In the new part, practically no cardinal changes have occurred. The gamer still controls the sims, monitors their life, health and develops skills. He is also involved in the construction of the house and its arrangement.
After the release of Sims 3, the project became the best-selling simulator in history. Almost one and a half million copies were sold in the first week. And two weeks before the official release of the license, pirated copies were found on the Internet, which were also installed by players around the world.
Walkthrough
Before installing the "Hidden Springs", the gamer gets acquainted with the main plot of the game. It is immediately worth noting that there are no secrets to passing, because as such a phased passage here also does not exist.
This life simulator is a sandbox in which a gamer controls the life of sims. The standard city is Sunset Valley. According to the plot, it was allegedly founded by two families: Goths and Landgraabs. When the Alto family arrived in the town, conflicts began.
The player immediately knows that 26 families live in this place, and some characters are familiar from the previous parts. We can safely say that in the new part, the virtual relations of families in a small town are perfectly implemented. It immediately describes who is friends with whom, and who constantly creates conflict situations. It is easy for the player to decide for himself with whom to communicate, and who is better to avoid.
Extensions
It is believed that the Sims 3 is the largest part of the series. It has 11 add-ons and 9 directories, downloadable cities, including Hidden Springs. Game extensions in no way affect the gameplay, but only complement it.
For example, in the DLC "Career" you can explore a number of new professions that have not previously been encountered. A sim can become a firefighter, architect, activist, stylist, detective, etc.
The Pets addition allows the player to have any animal. And it is not necessary to buy a regular cat or dog. You can get a unicorn, a lizard, a turtle, etc.
The developers also suggested that players purchase for sympounts (or real money) individual cities in which it was possible to start a new life. In the third part, 10 locations are available. Each has its own characteristics.
Hidden Springs was the second city to be added to the game in August 2011. This city turned out to be very beautiful, because it is a mountain landscape and waterfalls. Here people can lead a healthy lifestyle, attend medical procedures and "magic" sources.
Description of the city
Hidden Springs in “Sims 3” could be purchased for 2 thousand sympoints, as well as downloaded through the purchase of a DVD-box by activating the code on the official website. Now the player has the opportunity to use 2 thousand sympoints. If they are not, you can buy for real money - about 600 rubles. After that, it will be enough to activate the town and begin acquaintance with it.
In the background to the location it is said that the "cream" of society is gathering in Hidden Springs in order to take a break from the megacities. Many people know firsthand about the wonderful abilities of local waters and forests.
The developers offer the player to explore the beautiful shores of the lake, go to the beauty salon for procedures, lead an active lifestyle. Sims can practice at the ski base, roam the forest, etc.
Location History
Acquaintance with Hidden Springs in "Sims 3" begins the queen of this area. It turns out that this city is ruled by Katarina Vanderburg. She talks about the fact that her princess is missing. Allegedly, the girl went in search of a magic fountain, which has the ability to rejuvenate everyone. But the queen does not believe in magic and worries about the princess.
Magical place
After the prehistory, it becomes clear that Hidden Springs has secrets. But until the gamer began to get acquainted with the location, he needs to collect general information on the town. In total there are more than 80 sites. 32 of them belong to the public, and 35 people live. There are even 17 mysterious structures.
About 88 people live in the city. Since the terrain is mountainous, there is no airport, train station or bus station. To get here, you need to go along one path that runs near the lake.
A sim can use a free taxi, car or bicycle to get around. If you look at the city of Hidden Springs in "Sims 3" from a bird's eye view, you can appreciate the beauty of this area, surrounded by mountain ranges and water surface.
Conventionally, the city can be divided into two parts. Most have public facilities with an asphalt road and office buildings. There are also chic mansions that are populated by wealthy people. In the smaller part of the city there are a lot of greenery, dirt roads and simple wooden houses.
Main buildings: tips
In the central part of the city there are many office buildings. Here you can find the town hall with a fountain and city clock. Nearby is the police station, which can be easily found on the green roof. Opposite there are office skyscrapers, which were occupied by businessmen and journalists. By the way, a sim can come here to work as a presenter or a writer.
Not far from the town square there are several places where the character can have lunch. For example, in “Smoked sausage” you can have a quick and cheap meal. For some reason, the Little Corsican bistro is not allowed in regular jeans, so you will have to dress up in an evening dress here. The food here is more expensive, but the service is much better.
You can also get a dishwasher, cook or pastry chef here. A Sim can advance well on the career ladder, if, of course, he is a conscientious employee.
City Attractions
In the central square you can find a disco. Here, by the way, the character can also eat and drink alcohol. If you have purchased the Twilight add-on, you can install a bar counter here. In addition to dancing and fun, you can spend a romantic dinner.
Hidden Springs (Sims 3) has a two-story library. Unlike many busy cities, there are many book shelves for children and adults. If you need specialized literature, you have to go to the bookstore.
Movies are shown at the Pinocchio cinema every day, and on weekends you can get to a concert of symphonic music.
Places to work
In the city there is a school in which children are prepared for life at the university. Here they give all the necessary knowledge. Little Sims can attend classes, while adults can share their knowledge as teachers.
Near the school you can find a hospital. This is a universal medical institution in which they give birth, treat allergies and colds, and undergo plastic surgery. You can immediately get a job as a surgeon, therapist or donor. The city also has a scientific institute, a stadium and a military unit.
Special Locations: Tips
The developers tried to impose on the player that in front of him is an unusual city with magical places to visit. Therefore, many begin with a study of hidden sources. But it turns out that there are no typical springs that everyone is used to seeing. In front of the sim is a beauty salon "Source". But here you can get not only massage and other procedures, but also feel the life-giving power of local waters.
For many, Hidden Springs remains a resort city. For travelers, there are a couple of viewing platforms and holiday homes. To get there, you need to climb the peak of Redwood. This is the highest point in the location, so it offers an excellent view of the town.
If you want to fish, you need to find Louis waterfalls. This is a specially equipped fishing area. Here you can find a variety of seeds that gardeners will need. You can also fish on Meadow Beach. They usually organize picnics or dates here.
Feature
A feature of this location, perhaps, can be called the "forest" part of the city. There are no modern cool buildings that are located in the center of the location. Here you can find a natural history museum and a tavern where you can eat. Farms and gardens can be found along the way. There is also a cemetery in which there is a mausoleum and a monument.
One of the secrets of living in this city is the life-giving power of local water. Therefore, each resident can buy a small fountain with rejuvenating water. It can be installed at home, but you will have to pay 495 thousand simoleons.
To get younger for 1 day, it is enough to drink from the fountain once every 12 hours. But many do not recommend getting carried away with such a gift of nature. If it is unreasonable to use resources, you can become an “eternal child”, and this character trait is not the best for survival in the virtual world.