Beidemans

Beidemans refers to a fictional family in the popular video game series, The Sims. The Beidemans are introduced in The Sims 2, a life simulation game developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts. The family is initially presented as a somewhat dysfunctional but relatable group living in Pleasantview, one of the game's primary neighborhoods.

The core Beideman household consists of parents Mortimer and Bella Beideman, and their children, twins Cassandra and Alexander. Mortimer is often portrayed as an eccentric, gothic-loving scientist with a penchant for darker themes, while Bella is typically depicted as a more traditional homemaker with a mysterious past. Their children, Cassandra and Alexander, have their own unique personalities and aspirations within the game's narrative.

The Beideman family's storylines in The Sims 2 often explore themes of romance, career aspirations, family dynamics, and even supernatural elements, as Mortimer is a prominent figure in the game's alien abduction lore. Players can choose to follow their pre-determined paths or heavily alter their lives, creating unique narratives. The Beideman family, due to their prominent role in the game's lore and the player's ability to shape their destinies, has become a memorable and often revisited family within The Sims community. Their presence in subsequent Sims games has also varied, sometimes appearing as playable characters, other times as NPCs or as part of the game's ongoing narrative.