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Noematica is a lucid dreamer's "n-dimensional" take on The Sims that proudly boasts it will never ever gouge you for DLC
Asphodel Cybernetics' upcoming life simulation game, Noematica: Digital Dollhouse, is set to launch in 2027 with a commitment to never charging for DLC. Unlike EA Maxis's approach with The Sims, Noematica will be a single complete game with extensive modding support and interoperable assets for future titles.
Paralives Early Access Preview - Building on a very strong foundation
Paralives has launched in Early Access, offering a promising start in the life simulation genre with familiar controls and advanced customization options like a color wheel and detailed body sculpting. While the game currently lacks variety in clothing and hairstyles, and suffers from some technical issues and underdeveloped AI, its developers have a clear roadmap for future updates including seasons, pets, and cars. The game aims to capture the life-sim market with its deep customization and community-focused features.
Paralives is possibly the first ever videogame with a character editor that gives people motion sickness
The life simulation game Paralives, which recently launched into early access, is experiencing an unusual issue where its character creator, the Paramaker, is causing motion sickness in some players. This occurs during the tutorial sequence set on a moving train, where the passing scenery reportedly induces nausea. The developers plan to address this by adding curtains to the train windows.
