There are numerous interfaces in the game. Some will be directly editable while others will simply display changes based on decisions made through other interfaces. The image below is a sample screenshot of the gamescreen.
User Interface
There are numerous interfaces in the game. Some will be directly editable while others will simply display changes based on decisions made through other interfaces. The image below is a sample screenshot of the gamescreen.
The personal information will not be directly editable, but rather will change based on choices you make elsewhere.
- The player will age six months and be presented with any changes that have taken place
- Next to each change will be a quick link to change your lifestyle
Players can revert to any age if they are not happy with how their lives are going
At any time, players can search and apply for any job available to them in their area
Players can borrow or invest money at any time
- While in high school, players can prioritize their subject areas.
- While in college, players can choose a major and electives
- Players can manage their leisure activities. Leisure activities are a crucial part of life and cannot simply be ignored. Players will be forced to choose at least four major activities.
- Includes the option to buy a pet
- Choices will each have a check box next to them
Players can choose to pursue a relationship at any time, but more often than not they will be approached by another person who is interested in them.
Players can give to charity at any time in the game, but will also be periodically prompted.
The finances area will show the player their current income, as well as a quick glance at their income during the last decade. Also included here for interest, and possibly motivation, is your income vs. the nation and income vs. your peers.
The player's stats are not editable directly through this interface, but will change based on the activities and relationships they pursue.
The family interface will show imagery of:
- Significant Others
- Parents
- In laws
- Pets
NOTE: Menus for the following will appear as above (right hand image)
The home interface will show imagery of:
- Interior
- Exterior
The transportation interface will show imagery of:
- Interior
- Exterior
The workplace interface will show imagery of:
- Interior
- Exterior
Diary
The diary is not directly editable in this interface, but will be added to every six months by pressing "Age Six Months". Nothing will be deleted from the Diary, and it gathers important milestones and events throughout the player's entire life.
