Getting started on PS2
Bust Out, Free Play and the basics of everyday Sim life.
This wiki covers The Sims Bustin’ Out for PlayStation 2. The separate Game Boy Advance and N-Gage adventures have different characters, locations and gameplay.
Bust Out mode
Create a Sim and start at Mom’s house. Complete goals, find a job and move through a series of homes as your career develops.
Free Play mode
Create and manage a household with a more open-ended routine. Use Build and Buy modes to shape its home.
Your first routine
Our suggestion: plan meals, sleep and hygiene around work. A few dependable household essentials make it easier to focus on goals.
Moving and visiting
Use your transport to travel to unlocked locations. Visiting a lot and moving into it serve different purposes, so check the destination before leaving.
PS2 edition
The PS2 game supports local two-player play. Its original Online Weekend feature is historical; this guide focuses on offline play.
Check the current house goals before moving, and leave time for food, sleep and friends.