The Sims: Hot Date FAQ For PC Copyright 2002 Stefenie Nishida Note: If you don't know what the law is regarding copyrights I suggest you learn them before you even consider trying to copy any information contained in this document. If you would like to use any information contained in this document or want to point out where I've made a mistake, I can be contacted through email: stef2010 at yahoo(dot)com or on the message boards at GameFaqs as "big sister Rena". This FAQ was compiled by me for the express purpose of sharing gaming information with others. And I want to thank MAXIS, because without their games, this would not have been done. I didn't include the usual game cheats because all the existing cheats for the original Sims game are still in effect. ^_^ ---------- CONTENTS ---------- 1. Breakdown of Astrological Signs 2. Explanation of personality points 3. List of "interest" magazines 4. New NPCs list ------------------------------- Breakdown of Astrological Signs ------------------------------- Each sign is described in the following outline: Astrological sign's name Default personality points assignment Personality category In-game description of sign Most comapitible signs Least compatible signs Aries Neat: 5 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 8 People Person Active: 6 Laid Back Playful: 3 Amused Nice: 3 Easy Going Dynamic and confident, most Aries never shy away from the oppurtunity to strike up a conversation with anyone. However, they can be somewhat impulsive and quick-tempered. Most compatible with: Gemini, Taurus Least compatible with: Cancer, Libra Taurus Neat: 5 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 5 Member of the Crowd Active: 3 Laid Back Playful: 8 Life of the Party Nice: 4 Easy Going The typical Taurus is strong-willed and determined. That can often mean determined to have a good time. Most compatible with: Aries, Libra Least compatible with: Virgo, Cancer Gemini Neat: 4 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 7 Member of the Crowd Active: 8 Energetic Playful: 3 Amused Nice: 3 Easy Going Youthful and lively, many think Gemini have enough energy for two. Also energized by conversation, it isn't surprising to find them bouncing from one topic to the next at parties. Most compatible with: Pisces, Virgo Least compatible with: Capricorn, Aries Cancer Neat: 6 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 3 Member of the Crowd Active: 6 Laid Back Playful: 4 Amused Nice: 6 Easy Going There is nothing extreme about Cancers--they are very balanced. They can also be very changeable which can be good or bad depending on the situation. Most compatible with: Taurus, Scorpio Least compatible with: Gmeini, Aries Leo Neat: 4 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 10 People Person Active: 4 Laid Back Playful: 4 Amused Nice: 3 Easy Going The ultimate "people" people, Leos are complete extroverts. Unfortunately, this makes them deficient in other areas. Most compatible with: Sagittarius, Cancer Least compatible with: Capricorn, Gemini Virgo Neat: 9 Neat-Freak Outgoing: 2 Shy Active: 6 Laid Back Playful: 3 Amused Nice: 5 Easy Going Modest and shy, introverted Virgos take pride in their meticulous and practical approach to life. Unfortunately, these same traits can result in a very fussy individual. Most compatible with: Aquarius, Sagittarius Least compatible with: Leo, Taurus Libra Neat: 2 Slob Outgoing: 8 People Person Active: 2 Lazy Playful: 6 Amused Nice: 7 Easy Going Romantic and charming and incredibly sociable, it's hard not to like a Libra. However, their social pursuits leave them little time for more practical endeavors. Most compatible with: Virgo, Cancer Least compatible with: Pisces, Scorpio Scorpio Neat: 6 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 5 Member of the Crowd Active: 8 Energetic Playful: 3 Amused Nice: 3 Easy Going While somewhat withdrawn from social activities, Scorpios are forceful and determined in more practical pursuits. Most compatible with: Pisces, Leo Least compatible with: Libra, Aquarius Sagittarius Neat: 2 Slob Outgoing: 3 Member of the Crowd Active: 9 Energetic Playful: 7 Amused Nice: 4 Easy Going Jovial and carefree Sagittarians are also blessed with boundless energy. Unfortunately, this combination can make them restless and careless. Most compatible with: Pisces, Capricorn Least compatible with: Libra, Scorpio Capricorn Neat: 7 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 4 Member of the Crowd Active: 1 Lazy Playful: 8 Life of the Party Nice: 5 Easy Going Armed with a dry wit, Capricorns can often be found telling a good joke. Also being very practical, they strive for order and discipline. Most compatible with: Aquarius, Taurus Least compatible with: Leo, Gemini Aquarius Neat: 4 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 4 Member of the Crowd Active: 4 Laid Back Playful: 7 Amused Nice: 6 Easy Going Friendly and amusing, Aquarians are excellent companions. Being well balanced in other areas helps to make them the most agreeable sign. Most compatible with: Capricorn, Sagittarius Least compatible with: Scorpio, Virgo Pisces Neat: 5 Occasional Cleaner Outgoing: 3 Member of the Crowd Active: 7 Laid Back Playful: 3 Amused Nice: 7 Easy Going Selfless and kind, Pisces are one of the nicest signs. They're active too. However, this combination can make them emotionally restless and indecisive. Most compatible with: Scorpio, Gemini Least compatible with: Leo, Aries --------------------------------- Explanation of personality points --------------------------------- The amount of personality points assigned to each category determines your Sim's behavior. Below is a list of the various personality categories a Sim acts/reacts in. I've listed the names of the different areas of their personality that you assign points to and the in-game description that accompanies each one. Neat 1-2 Slob So I occasionally leave a pizza box or two laying around, and I don't mind the flies buzzing all over. Why clean up when everyone else is willing to do it? 3-7 Occasional Cleaner When it comes to cleaning up I have a few basic rules. I flush when I'm done, clean up my own junk and take out the trash now and then. 8-10 Neat-Freak I'm known to wash dishes as soon as I'm finished eating. The trashcan's barely full before it's taken out. The paper is recycled as soon as I'm finished reading. And the house is always spotless whenever I'm about. Outgoing 1-2 Shy Being self-concious and introspective, I don't have a great need to be social. It's hard for me to meet new people and make friends. 3-7 Member of the Crowd I'm a little reserved, and it takes me a while to warm up to new people. You won't see me in the middle of huge crowds at parties, but I won't be sitting quietly in a corner either. 8-10 People Person I'm an extrovert. I love to talk to everyone. I crave social interactions. Basically, I'm a social animal. Active 1-2 Lazy Is there anything worse than getting out of bed in teh morning? Who needs ambition--a warm couch and a good TV show is all anyone needs. 3-7 Laid Back Though not always on the go, I am somewhat motivated. Though I tend to linger a little too long in a nice cozy chair, I won't be caught sitting there all day either. 8-10 Energetic Some say I'm a live wire. Some say I have ants in my pants. Either way, it just means I'm always on the go and anxious to get there. Playful 1-2 Serious Sims who spend their time joking just irritate me. Don't they understand that their frivolous folly is meaningless? So much more fun can be gained by reading a good book. 3-7 Amused I laugh at good jokes, dance if there are other people on the floor, and like to play games. Generally, I like having fun but I don't go overboard. 8-10 Life of the Party When I'm not telling jokes, I'm laughing at them. I've never seen a game I didn't want to play. That's why everyone knows the party is always at my house. Nice 1-2 Mean Everything makes me mad, especially when someone says I have a temper. If everything wasn't always broken, or other Sims weren't always bothering me, I probably wouldn't have to blow my stack so often. 3-7 Easy Going While some Sims can get on my nerves a little, overall I'm pretty good-natured. 8-10 Compassionate I like giving hugs and compliments. I love making friends with everyone. If everyone were more like me, the neighborhood would be a nicer place. ---------------------------- List of "interest" magazines ---------------------------- I've listed the available magazines and their effect on your Sim when they read about various interests. The name of the magazine is listed, followed by the price and the topics it covers. I've also included the effect it has on each "interest". For each point of "interest" that is raised about a given topic, one point is taken away from another. Magazines WhooNoo!!! §6 Romance, Hollywood, Style +Romance/-Style +Hollywood/-Food +Style/-Technology Livin Large §5 Music, Parties, The 60s +Music/-60s +Parties/-Technology +The 60s/-Weather The Avarix §6 Money, Politics, Technology +Money/-Outdoors +Politics/-Sports +Technology/-Excercise Victor's Digest §3 Food, Sports, Weather +Food/-Hollywood +Sports/-Outdoors +Weather/-Outdoors MAXISMUM §7 Travel, Outdoors, Exercise +Travel/-60s +Outdoors/-Politics +Excercise/-Food ------------- New NPCs list ------------- I've included my own personal experience with the new NPCs in Hot Date. Everything included in here is only what I've personally seen. There may be more interactions that take place with these same NPCs, but if it didn't happen to me, I didn't bother to include them. Claire the Bear Makes an appearance at your house to rummage through the trash. The sound will wake your Sim from a dead sleep. If you have a teddy bear displayed outside of your house or downtown, she will talk to it. Also, if you are having a picnic, she will raid the basket which causes your Sims to scream and run about. Sonya the Janitor General clean up person. She maintains the toilets and sinks, if either get broken, she'll repair them. On occasion, she is known to hold a conversation with her mop and dance with it. Mostly, she just likes to stand around and mutter under her breath. Carlo the Musician When he first tries to serenade you, he does so with his guitar. Tip him at least §20 and he will pull out his enchanting violin. Don't tip him and he will instead "entertain" you with his parrot puppet. This can put quite a damper on the romantic atmosphere. And that's it for now... as I learn more in this game, I will try to update this FAQ. Thanx for reading it. Now get out of here and go back to playing Hot Date. ^_~ Copyright 2002 Stefenie Nishida