@Triplis, been playing Skyrim on PS4 lately and Betheda fixed Lydia so that she says more of her lines than just "I am sworn to carry your burdens". I think that was a bug in the original releases. Haven't replayed the game on PS3, but computer version and PS4 version she doesn't say it as much. Just thought I'd mention that. :)
I do agree that compared to Sims 2 and 3 the goals in this game and careers are somewhat too linear and the game needs to be more free play. Some of the sandbox feel is gone and is returning to a degree with some of the new content, but it doesn't hold my attention like previous versions (I still play 2 & 3).
Been watching hubby play Red Dead Redemption 2 which he got for Christmas and THAT is a sandbox game. While there is a main storyline, there are so many other elements to complete and you do have more freedom to do what you want instead of the same old boring "wash, rinse, repeat" careers and jobs and tasks.
