You won't have to wait long to try out Singles for yourself, because GameSpot DLX will premiere the free trial version of the game this weekend. And you will only be able to purchase the game online, as it is rated AO for "adults only" and most retailers refuse to sell AO-rated games.
Singles will definitely appeal to older fans of The Sims, but perhaps the most surprising thing about the game is that it's not about one-night stands. Relationships in Singles involve a lot of emotional investment and devotion, though the game certainly promises a bigger payoff for when the relationships pan out