Sarah K. Groseclose

You need the original Sims in order to use Hot Date/House Party/etc. It's
called The Sims (have the people). You can buy Sims deluxe that has the
original and Living Large. The "original" Sims that you probably have is
Sim City (no people). This info comes from a very experienced Sims addict..
my wife ;-)
Peace,
Sarah

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