Paralives never ceases to amaze me as an indie simulation game, with its vibrant art style and immersive gameplay. You'd never know that it all initially came from the mind of one solo developer.

There's no right or wrong way to play The Sims 4, but here are a few pointers on how to get started in the game. Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and ...