You begin with the creation of between one and six Sims. The number you choose will have quite an impact on the rest of the game, so you'll need to carefully consider whether you want to go it alone, which is arguably more difficult but often less frustrating (due to sporadic AI that means you often have to micro-manage certain aspects of other Sims on a regular basis), or bring an assortment of additional Sims with you to take some of the strain off. You can access the usual assortment of customisation options when you create a Sim, altering their personality, star sign, and appearance, but you must also choose a job for them. Examples include Mechanics, who have improved construction skills, and Chefs, who are well versed in the ways of creating tropical cuisine.
