I'm trying to decide between 1 and 2. The reviews seem to indicate there is little difference with the exception that 2 has better graphics and more scenarios. Should I just go with two? Or is there something that makes 1 more attractive?

Or should I just buy both? :)

I'm not familiar with the gameplay so at this point I just want to try it out so I'll be going with 1 due to the lower price.

I just have the first one myself, and it is very fun. :D I looked over the reviews myself and decided against getting the second one right now, why pay more for basically more of the same? If I hadn't already had the first one, I'm not sure which one I would get personally...But, I can tell you that I'm very satisfied with the first and don't feel the need to have the second one at this time. You could always just get the first one and then with the money you "saved" get another completely unique game from the promo. ;)

You might wish to note the second one has a sandbox mode and the first does not.

Hmmm...that's certainly a point in its favor. Thanks for the info.