The anniversary, another award, and more!

I have been a little under the weather for the past week and haven't been at the PC as much, but I am back and enough of my rambling... here's what's going on in the sims world! :)

When you think of February, you probably have thoughts of hearts, flowers, and chocolate... all that mushy Valentines Day stuff, but did you know that this month also marks the anniversary of The Sims?� That's right; this year makes number 5 to be exact.� There is a press release about�it on Yahoo!, you can read it here.

The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences recently awarded The Sims 2 with Simulation of the Year.� For a list of all the winners, click here.

The University expansion pack isn't on shelves yet, but the chances of it being a hit also are very good.� There isn't too much longer to wait, but until then previews will have to do!� PC Gameworld has a few new screenshots and some information that you may already know if you have been keeping up for the past few months.

When you're done with that� head over to the official site!� They have a new Strangerhood episode up for your viewing pleasure.� The New Beginnings movie contest winners were also announced, so you can check out the winning movies while you're there too.

And finally, The Onion interviewed Will Wright recently.� You can read the interview here.