Neopets vs SmallWorlds
Neopets
Neopets is rather old yet entertaining simulation/virtual world game that lets you adopt and take care of magical and unique pets. This means that you'll be expected to build them a home, buy them food, clothes and other cool stuff. Set in a cartoonish and immense world, you can even set off on exciting adventures with your pet. Best part is that thepets in this game can grow alongside you and they have different looks for different stages of growth, much like the Pokemon in a Pokemon game. There are plenty of fun mini-games to keep you engaged for hours on end as well.
Although the game is a bit on the old side (being released in 1997 and all), the game still holds its charm for players who want a game that's a combination of a usual pet simulation/collection game with a virtual world game. It's free to play and you can play it directly from your browser!
SmallWorlds
SmallWorlds is a virtual world browser-based game by New Zealand-based Auckland Outsmart Games, which has been in service since 2008 and has been catering to the virtual world needs of players around the globe with its easy-to-use interface and accessibility. Although similar to other social games such as Second Life and Habbo and simulation games like the Sims, SmallWorlds is still special in its own right because it takes the best of both genres and provides it within your browser.Despite its limitations, SmallWorlds’ friendly approach to gaming and its flexibility in allowing room for multiple play styles allows it to become a game worthy of the attention of all kinds of gamers. Its unique simulation/house-building approach to playing make it truly a more unique experience than other games in its field.