The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff

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Add-on pack with vehicles and the like for car enthusiasts.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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Parents say

AGE
12
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Kids say

AGE
10
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this is an expansion pack for The Sims 3, and players must already have a copy of The Sims 3 installed on their computer for the expansion pack to work. The expansion introduces new vehicles and vehicle-related clothing and accessories, plus the new Vehicle Enthusiast character trait.

  • Positive messages1
    The expansion encourages car enthusiasts to play out their fantasies by purchasing the car of their dreams and the accessories to go along with it.
  • Positive role models1
    This expansion introduces the Vehicle Enthusiast character trait, which allows Sims to have a special affinity for their vehicles (i.e. give them names, repair them, and so on).
  • Ease of play0
    Gameplay is the same as The Sims 3. The new items automatically appear in the shop when the Stuff Pack is installed.
  • Violence3
    Although the expansion itself introduces no new violence into The Sims 3, the core game does include some. Sims can taunt, argue, and get into physical fights with each other. Sims with nasty personality traits may actually feel better after beating up another Sim.
  • Sex3
    There's no sexually explicit content introduced in the Stuff Pack itself (unless you count the pin-up girl outfits and accessories), but courtship and romance do play a big part in the core The Sims 3 game. Sims with the Romance trait will aspire to a life of having as many lovers and make-out sessions as possible, and if married, will be inclined to cheat on their spouses. Sims can have both heterosexual and same-sex relationships and can be seen jumping under the sheets in bed to make "woohoo" (the game's term) -- which is accompanied by groans and giggles.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism1
    This game is an expansion pack for the popular The Sims 3 game and is a way to renew interest in the game. The prices of the vehicles and accessories are average when compared to the other items in the game, with the exception of a few luxury vehicles. The F-1 firesuits are plastered with sponsor logos like in real life, but the ads are for fake companies.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
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What's it about?

THE SIMS 3: FAST LANE STUFF is the second "stuff pack" expansion for EA's The Sims 3 life simulation game that introduces the new Vehicle Enthusiast character trait, 12 new vehicles, and dozens of new furnishings and clothing that relate to four car-themed lifestyles: 50's style rebel hotrods, F1 racecars, James Bond-style classic vintage automobiles, and luxury convertibles. Prices range from the $950 "Sloppy Jalopy" to premium-priced rides like the $175,000 "Velocity" racecar.

Is it any good?

 

Fast Lane Stuff is a big improvement over High-End Loft Stuff in terms of what the expansion pack has to offer. Whereas High-End Loft Stuff only catered to rich, materialistic Sims, Fast Lane Stuff allows players to create four distinct types of car enthusiast. And it's not just about the car either; thanks to dozens of new accessories and clothing - from F-1 firesuits, riding helmets, and hotrod flame shirts to road signs and toolboxes - players can outfit their Sims to look the part and create garages and showrooms to make the vehicles front and center.

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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about which of the four themes (Intrigue, Luxury, Hotrod, F-1) did you enjoy the most?

  • What things are most important to you in a car? For example, do you prefer cool-looking fast cars or sensible safe ones?

  • Do families today need to own a car?

This review was written by Erin Bell
Teen, 16 years old
September 30, 2010
AGE
6
 
GREAT GAME!!!
15+ TRY 6+
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Adult
September 11, 2010
AGE
13
 
Its the game that is mature, Not the DLC.
Here we have some really expensive DLC which is not the bad thing, The game is the mature bit. Sexual content is the main concern as in all sims games where they get into "action" rather a lot. Not looking too good so far. You can beat people up but you don't see it..Plus you have to make them really angry in the first place. Not sure about language really but I'm sure there is some :)
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Teen, 17 years old
October 26, 2010
AGE
13
 
PERFECT FOR TEENS
well to me its not a bad game infact im about to play it now but to some parents it can be super sexual violent and very poorly uses of drinking...but in my case i love that stuff haha (; but yeah bad game for little kids
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Teen, 15 years old
September 19, 2010
AGE
10
 
Love it :) Its teaches you about real life :)
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Adult
September 25, 2010
AGE
8
 
fine 4 8 plus
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Teen, 17 years old
October 12, 2010
AGE
10
 
If you're OK with the base game, this is FINE!
I'm just rating the stuff pack- it just introduces new vehicles and clothes and decorations and etc etc etc.
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Kid, 12 years old
September 20, 2010
AGE
9
 
u got to learn about it any way.
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Parent of 8, 11, and 13 year old
March 20, 2011
AGE
14
 
Do not buy this game for your children!!!
Very inappropriate for children. My kids (ages 8, 11 and 12) played it with a friend before i realized how terrible it was.
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This review was written by Erin Bell
Platforms:Windows
Available online?Not available online
Genre:Simulation
Developer:Electronic Arts
Release date:September 8, 2010
Price:$19.99
ESRB rating:T for Crude Humor, Sexual Themes, Violence
This review was written by Erin Bell

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