Sims 2: Playing at a Cell phone near you

Electronic Arts the developers of 'The Sims 2' will be making it available for PlayStation2, Xbox, Nintendo GameCube, and for all handhelds like Nintendo DS, PSP, Nintendo GBA and cell phones.

EA said all handheld versions will feature unique storylines and will ship simultaneously with the console games.

"Fans have been asking for The Sims 2 on console since it launched on the PC in September last year. We are thrilled to finally be able to bring it to them," said Sinjin Bain, Executive Producer EA/Maxis. "The Sims 2 will be everywhere this fall, giving players on consoles and handhelds all new ways to take control of their Sims and tell all new stories."