The Sims: Bustin' Out on the GBA takes the winning formula from previous games in the hugely successful series and adds a few big changes--for the first time ever, you'll have a chance to directly control your Sim. No more coaxing and cajoling your Sim to do what you want; you're in charge! When you begin the game, you'll create and customize the Sim character you'll become. As soon as you're ready, you'll be dropped off to spend some time on your uncle's farm and sample some down-home country livin'. During your stay, you'll decorate your own digs in the barn and do odd jobs around town to earn the green you need to upgrade your lifestyle.

The new mission system meshes perfectly with the town bustling around you--the Sim citizens, like real people, need help from time to time. As you work and schmooze with the townsfolk, new career opportunities will open to you. If you work hard enough, you'll escape the company of cows and chickens to buy a new house full of the furnishings of your choice. Someday, you may even assume your rightful place among the rich and famous.

Complete missions to progress in your quest to purchase a huge mansion in SimValley and vacation on Paradise Island.

Explore and interact with a town chock-full of people to meet and places to hang out.

Play fun minigames like Mower Madness to earn yourself some much-needed simoleans.

Initiate conversations with local townsfolk to build friendships.

Gain levels in professions as you prove your abilities.