Making a Simmer Emma Nicole Tell us more about who Emma Nicole (the person and the creator) is. My name is Emma, I’m 26 years old and I’m originally from the UK! I currently live in Lisbon, Portugal after moving here only a few months ago from Berlin, Germany. Travel is a big part of my life and I love exploring new places and cultures, so I’m already excited to see where I end up next. I am a freelance producer working in fashion advertising, but I’m slowly transitioning into full-time content creation. In February 2021 I discovered the incredible online community for The Sims and I’ve never looked back since!
When did you start playing The Sims? I started playing The Sims over 15 years ago, with the first edition of the game. I have vivid memories of inviting myself over to my best friend’s house after school because she had the game installed on her family computer and I didn’t. It’s quite funny to think that on a casual school night in 2005, I had my first date with The Sims and the start of a 15+ year relationship. I had a vivid imagination when I was a kid, using my Barbies to play out creative storylines where I would recreate my favorite tv shows and movies, and re-enact my own family and friends. But eventually playing happy families with my barbies transitioned into playing happy families with The Sims, and the possibilities were limitless!
What is your favorite way to play The Sims? What do you like most about it? Storytelling has always played a big part in the way I enjoy The Sims, so whether I’m creating a family in CAS or building a home, I have a story in mind that I am bringing to life. I enjoy playing out scenarios from family life, owning pets, living in a city or on a beach, becoming a celebrity, exploring different careers - so I can get a 114
