The game starts off unbearably slow as you are introduced to the inhabitants of Wisteria Lane and the gameplay mechanics. Obviously targeting non-gamers who are fans of the show, there are extensive tutorials on how to use everything. From the bathroom sink to checking your mail, the narrator will guide you through even the most of mundane tasks. For experienced gamers, Desperate Housewives is too simple and gets repetitive fast; the entire game is managed by left-clicking the mouse, for crying out loud. Also, if you are new to games like the Sims, good luck controlling the camera.