{"id":5798,"date":"2010-04-28T15:37:43","date_gmt":"2010-04-28T05:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=5798"},"modified":"2010-04-28T15:37:43","modified_gmt":"2010-04-28T05:37:43","slug":"ea-announces-the-sims-3-will-invade-consoles-and-handheld-this-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=5798","title":{"rendered":"EA ANNOUNCES THE SIMS 3 WILL INVADE CONSOLES AND HANDHELD THIS SPRING!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Award-winning Gameplay and Technology From EA\u2019s Best-Selling Franchise
\nMaximised For Console and Handheld Players With All-New Platform-specific Features\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

28 April 2010, Australia<\/strong> \u2013 The EA Play Label of Electronic Arts Inc. today announced that the critically-acclaimed The Sims\u2122 3 <\/em>is in development for the PlayStation\u00ae 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment system, the Wii\u2122 and Nintendo DS\u2122, and will be available this spring!
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\n<\/span>Millions embraced the launch of The Sims 3<\/em> on the PC\/Mac last winter making it the biggest PC launch in EA\u2019s history and going on to become to the #1 best-selling PC title in 2009*. The groundbreaking The Sims<\/em> franchise has continued to gain momentum, remaining a worldwide cultural touchstone for its enormous and growing fan base.
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\n<\/span>\u201cWe\u2019re bringing players the best console and handheld game for The Sims<\/em> franchise to date and are excited to offer a unique experience for all types of gamers on their platform of choice,\u201d explained Sam Player, Executive Producer at EA. \u201cBuilding on the unique traits system, living open neighbourhood, lifetime wishes and endless customisation options, we\u2019ve tailored each platform of The Sims 3<\/em> with exclusive features to allow for even more control, creativity and connectivity.\u201d
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\n<\/span>In The Sims 3<\/em> for console and handheld, players will be able to create Sims with unique personalities, fulfill their desires\u2026or not, and control their lives within a living neighbourhood.
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\n<\/span>Additionally, all-new features make it easier than ever to mess with life as players can unlock the ultimate \u201cKarma Powers\u201d for instant control and unleash them on their Sims. Players can help their Sim \u201cget lucky,\u201d bless them with \u201cinstant beauty\u201d or be deviant and curse them with an \u201cepic fail.\u201d But players should use these powers wisely\u2014they may have unexpected results and karma may come back to bite.
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\n<\/span>Rich, immersive gameplay is complimented with a seamlessly integrated exchange system on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 platforms. Gamers will now be more connected than ever before as they design, build and share their creations, and download content from other players around the world without ever leaving the game.** Facing short and long term challenges, players will reap rewards and trophies and can even share achievements with friends by connecting to Facebook**.
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\n<\/span>Exclusive to the Wii version, players will be able to enjoy an all-new beach town with unique residents, traits, careers and lifetime wishes. For the first time ever, players can enjoy The Sims 3<\/em> with friends by going head to head in the new \u201cLife Moments\u201d game to earn rewards.
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\n<\/span>Finally, players will also enjoy several adventure quests, as the game will challenge them to explore their town and discover the secrets therein.
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\n<\/span>Never before seen on Nintendo DS, players can use the stylus to build their Sims\u2019 homes with tools, draw walls and floors, and customise virtually everything from d\u00e9cor objects, textures and more. Players will use the stylus to sculpt their Sims\u2019 facial features, choose hair styles and clothing, and dictate personalities in the most robust Create a Sim yet for a handheld game.
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\n<\/span>In Story Mode, players will control multiple Sims within a family and enjoy life\u2019s special moments. For the first time ever on the Nintendo DS, players can enjoy a complete life simulation as they guide their Sims through completing challenges to unlock additional items, new buildings and landmarks, and more.
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\n<\/span>\u201cThe Sims<\/em> series\u2019 continues to be one of the most successful videogames of all time by providing universally appealing content and focusing on the player\u2019s imagination, emergent gameplay mechanics and the innate humor evident in the virtual world of The Sims<\/em>,\u201d said Scott Evans, General Manager of The Sims<\/em> Studio. \u201cWe\u2019re building on this foundation and applying new features that will make for a robust, deep and rewarding gameplay experience. <\/em>I\u2019m extremely proud of the game that the team is making and can\u2019t wait to bring these exciting new features like Karma Powers to life and get them into players\u2019 hands.\u201d
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\n<\/span>The Sims 3<\/em> for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, and Nintendo DS is developed by The Sims<\/em> Studio and is not yet rated by the OFLC.
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\n<\/span>For more information about The Sims 3<\/em>, please go to http:\/\/AU.TheSims3.com<\/a>. The Sims 3<\/em> is also available for PC, Mac, iPhone\u00ae, iPod touch\u00ae and mobile devices. To download artwork, please visit www.info.ea.com.
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\n<\/span>* In North America and Europe according to NPD data, Chart-track UK, Gfk France, Gfk Spain, Gfk-MCC Germany and EA internal estimate.
\n** INTERNET CONNECTION, EA Online Account, and registration with single-use serial code enclosed with new, full retail purchase of The Sims 3<\/em> for Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 required. \u00a0PlayStation\u00aeNetwork\/Xbox LIVE\u00ae account required and separate fees may apply. \u00a0Some features subject to availability through PlayStation Network and\/or Xbox LIVE. Registration is limited to one EA Account per serial code and is non-transferable once used. \u00a0You must be 13+ to register. \u00a0EA Online Terms & Conditions found at www.ea.com.
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Award-winning Gameplay and Technology From EA\u2019s Best-Selling Franchise Maximised For Console and Handheld Players With All-New Platform-specific Features\u00a0\u00a0 28 April 2010, Australia \u2013 The EA Play Label of Electronic Arts Inc. today announced that the critically-acclaimed The Sims\u2122 3 is in development for the PlayStation\u00ae 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment<\/p>\n

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