The Sims 3 lets you immerse truly unique Sims in an open, living neighborhood just outside their door! The freedom of The Sims 3 will inspire you with endless possibilities and amuse you with unexpected moments of surprise and mischief.
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The freedom of The Sims 3 will inspire you with endless creative possibilities and amuse you with unexpected moments of surprise and mischief! Create millions of amazingly unique Sims by customizing their appearances and choosing specific personally traits. With all-new quick challenges and rewarding Gameplay, The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to choose whether (or not!) to fulfill your Sims' destinies and make their wishes come true.
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Your Sims can roam throughout their neighborhood, visit neighbors' homes, and explore the surroundings. They can stroll downtown to hang out with friends, meet someone new at the park, or run into colleagues on the street. If your Sims are in the right place at the right time, who knows what might happen?!
New easy-to-use design tools allow for unlimited customization to make truly individual Sims. Determine your Sims' shape and size, from thin to full-figured to muscular - and everything in between! Choose your Sims' facial features, their exact skin tone, hair, eye shape and color and select their clothing and accessories.
Create realistic Sims with distinctive personalities. Select from dozens of personality traits and combine them in fun ways. The combination of traits you choose - brave, artistic, loner, perfectionist, klepto, romantic, clumsy, paranoid, and much, much more - help shape the behavior of your Sims and how they interact with other Sims. Your Sims can now rise above their basic set of every day needs. They are complex individuals with unique personalities.
Build your dream house or design the ultimate home. Customize everything from floors to flowers, shirts to sofas, wallpaper to window shades. It’s fun and easy to change colors and patterns giving you endless personalization options. Or you can populate your Sims’ neighborhood with pre-designed buildings and furnishings. Which of your Sims will live in high-end mansions, cool bachelor pads, ultimate dream homes or low-cost cottage?
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Absent-Minded Sims get lost in their thoughts and occasionally forget what they are doing, or where they are going.
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Athletic Sims are the best athletes in town. They can push themselves harder and longer than others, and will do so to feel the burn.
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Ambitious Sims dream big and are more rewarded when their wishes are satisfied in life. They are driven to move up the corporate ladder more quickly, but…
ChildTeenYoung AdultAdultElderAnglers catch fish better than other Sims. They also like fishing more than anyone.
ChildTeenYoung AdultAdultElderArtistic Sims are naturally gifted artists with a paint brush. They also make pretty good writers and musicians!
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Bookworms have a passion for reading that surpasses their other desires. They also tend to become good writers.
ChildTeenYoung AdultAdultElderBrave Sims are fearless individuals that will fight fires, wrangle burglars and work to protect those around them.
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Sims that Can't Stand Art will never appreciate the latest masterpiece of expensive home decor. They are the anti-connoisseur.
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Your Sim gains charisma skill more quickly. Your Sim gets more out of relationships than other Sims.
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Childish Sims find it difficult to 'act their age'. They love playing with children's toys, see things through the eyes of a child and need to be…
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Clumsy Sims muck up both precious and every day moments in life with shoddy footwork and poor planning. What else is there to say? Your Sim is…
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Sims with Commitment Issues don't really want to settle down into a long-term relationship or a lifelong career. Marriage is out of the question!
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Computer Whizzes love spending time on the computer. They are great at tinkering with computers and can even make money as a hacker if they choose.
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Couch Potatoes are perfectly happy sitting on the couch to watch TV and eat junk food. They'll need additional prodding to lead active lives.
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Cowards are terrified of everything that can and will go bump in the night. They are scared of the dark and will frequently faint in 'dire' situations.
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Daredevils take the extreme side in life, even if it means making an everyday chore extreme. They also love fire.
ChildTeenYoung AdultAdultElderSims that dislike children do not want to have anything to do with children. No talking, no playing and certainly no reproduction.
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Easily impressed Sims are easily astounded by everyday stories and are always pleased with the smallest of accomplishments.
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Evil Sims love the dark, take great delight in the misfortune of others and prefer to lead a life of as far away from goodness as possible.
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Your Sim will cheer for and be excited about doing the basic things in life. Yay! Wooo!
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Family-Oriented Sims make great parents. They have big families and enjoy being surrounded by their children.
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Your Sim can flirt with Sims early in a relationship. Your Sim's flirts will be accepted much more often! Your Sims is particularly gifted of giving massages!
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Friendly Sims smile frequently at others and are quick to make friends
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Frugal Sims love to clip coupons to save money, relish a good deal and hate being wasteful.
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Geniuses are brilliant logical thinkers, masters of chess and excellent hackers. They savor pursuits of the mind
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Good Sims go out of their way to help friends and family in need, are charitable with their money and frequently comfort those around them
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Sims with a good sense of humor tell the best jokes that never fall flat or fail to entertain.
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Great kissers kiss better than any other Sims. They give kisses that are not easily forgotten.
Green-thumbs are the best gardeners. They find solace and comfort amongst their garden and can revive plants in the worst of conditions.
Grumpy Sims are rarely in a good mood. It's quite difficult to make them happy because they simply don't want to be happy.
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Handy Sims are the best tinkerers. They will never fail when repairing or upgrading a household item which makes electrical objects far less dangerous!
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Sims that hate the outdoors despise being outside and will always remain indoors whenever possible.
Heavy Sleepers will sleep through any situation, no matter how loud or alarming. They also tend to snore.
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Hopeless romantics passionately seek their soul mate. They want romance, true love and surround themselves with cheesy romantic television and novels.
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Hot headed Sims are quick to anger. Broken household items, conversations gone awry or even the slightest negative moodlet will all send them into a boiling rage.
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Hydrophobic Sims are terrified of swimming. They loathe every second they have to spend in the pool.
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Inappropriate Sims talk about the wrong thing at the wrong time, never think to dress properly, and never think to apologize when they've wronged someone. They enjoy…
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Insane Sims respond to events in life unpredictably. They say what they want, do what they want and even wear what they want. Even if it doesn't…
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Kleptomaniacs "accidentally" end up with things owned by others. They often "permanently borrow" items from work, school, or even their neighbors' homes!
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Light sleepers toss and turn throughout the night and are woken up by the slightest bump in the night.
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Loners enjoy time spent alone more than time spent with others. Quite shy, they will never approach anyone that isn't a close friend. They prize their solitude…
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Losers encounter woe and misfortune throughout their lives beginning with school and continuing into their careers. They will fail and fail often. They won't get mad even…
These Sims love spending time outdoors and find a special joy amidst nature that others do not.
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Lucky Sims are closely followed through life with a comforting sense of luck. They win often and they win big.
Mean Spirited Sims love to fight, mostly because they never lose in a brawl. They take satisfaction with every new enemy made and dream of new ways…
Natural cooks are able to kick any dish up a notch, making their food the most delicious to eat. They learn to cook more quickly than others,…
Neat Sims always find time to clean, regardless of their mood. They are easily devastated by filthy surroundings, but will never leave a mess behind.
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Neurotic Sims will freak out at the most minor of provocations. They can become stressed easily and can be difficult to mellow. Luckily they take solace in…
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Never Nudes despise nudity and will never, ever, completely remove all of their clothing.
Sims with no sense of humor tell horrible jokes so they tend not to tell them. They also don't enjoy the jokes of others. Humor is simply…
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Over-Emotional Sims experience greater mood swings than other sims both good and bad things happen to them, They are constantly shedding tears of joy whether it's at…
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Party animals love to party, and others love to party with them. When a party animal hosts a party, everyone comes and has a great time. Woo!
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Perfectionists spend more time cooking, writing or even painting, but what they eventually finish is noticeably better than something created by other Sims. Perfectionists accept nothing shy…
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Schmoozers are really good at befriending co-workers and sucking up to their bosses. They are great at navigating the corporate landscape.
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Slobs constantly leave messes in their wake. To make matters worse, they won't offer to pick up or clean! Luckily common filth won't offend their senses.
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Snobs are very hard to impress though they love hearing about themselves and will never turn down a compliment. They dream of owning only the finest things…
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Technophobe Sims hate television. They will never watch television except in dire circumstances and will always look for an alternative source of entertainment.
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Unflirty Sims do not appreciate the romantic advances of others and will be difficult to woo. It's not that they don't want to love, just that it's…
Things rarely go right for unlucky Sims. They often lose at everything they touch. Though some do take pity on their misfortune...
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Vegetarian Sims never choose to eat meat, and doing so causes them to quickly become ill.
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Vehicle enthusiasts enjoy the craftsmanship of a fine ride and know the value of a dependable vehicle. Their relationship with their vehicles is a special one.
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Virtuosos have a natural gift with musical instruments and are often considered the best musicians. As such, they earn more as musicians when playing for tips and…
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Workaholics love to work and rarely become stressed from working. Their mood suffers when they miss work, but they are able to make it up by working…
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The complexity of circuitry and oddity of organics perennially perplex the scientific community. Your Sim must learn the vast handiness expertise needed to control any gadget and…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderLightning quick reflexes (honed at the gym of course) and impeccable teamwork will take your Sim far, but only the most cat-like thieves will reach the rank…
Young AdultAdultElderChampionship jerseys are earned and worn by athletes known by their fans and teammates as Superstars. Earning a jersey means developing the utmost athletic perfection and a…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderAstronauts are incredible pilots that have endured years of rigorous athletic training. They are the elite. An astronaut's thirst for adventure is quenched only by daring space…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderBustling kitchens filled with fiery stoves and flamin' hot dishes are in store for Sims desirous of the Five-Star Chef epithet. Your Sim will need to run…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderYour Sim will need to enter the Business Office to become a purveyor of profits and margins that make the board members smile. Your Sim must successfully…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderLogic is cold and calculated - an impenetrable fortress that cannot be undermined by passion-filled banter. Chess is the battleground for those who adhere to logic. A…
InfantToddlerChildTeenYoung AdultAdultElderSpecial Agents in the field require the best data to apprehend criminals and only the finest analytical minds will suffice. After all, criminals only leave so many…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThere are many paths to acquiring wealth, though some are more devious and selfish than others. Gold Diggers seek to marry the incredibly wealthy and yearn to…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderKindly spoken words and softly strummed strings are the fastest way to a Sim's heart and an excellent way to make friends. Charisma is a highly social…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderWhy settle for a long-term romantic relationship or monogamy when there are so many attractive Sims out there? Your Sim can find a lifetime's enjoyment by seeing…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe role of the composer is at times simple as a dainty decrescendo and others as complex as the most bombastic finale. The composer must be well-liked…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe arts of the masters delight Sims from every walk of life. However, for each successful artist there are dozens of has-beens and failures whose books and…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe forces of justice and order need champions to foil the nefarious plans of those who would do the citizenry harm. Only Sims in peak physical condition…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderBeing tied to a single job isn't for everyone, especially those who enjoy learning new things and finding adventure behind a new desk. Your Sim will be…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe Leader of the Free World must be a passionate and charismatic politician who is always able to raise immense campaign funds. It is an unenviable position…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderA life of extreme wealth is one of comfort and privilege, but also one of fulfillment. It's important to feel the rewards from one's hard labors! If…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe carefully clasped brush of the artisan can paint images that incite the humorless to laugh and the inarticulate to eloquence. The addition of skills with the…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderSeeking personal perfection through rigorous mental and physical training is a noble goal that guarantees a lifetime of challenge. Your Sim may one day stand on the…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe ultimate fishermen can reel in incredibly majestic fish; so large they're practically bursting out of their scales. Truly dedicated fishermen spend hours casting and re-casting until…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderWhile some write as a purely creative outlet, the best and most persistent writers can make quite a healthy living as authors. Royalties don't grow on trees,…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderTrue scholars are not satisfied with mastering a single subject, or mediocrity spread amongst a variety of topics. There are many physical, mental, and creative pursuits from…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe path of Rock appeals to many a young Sim, but the perilous journey of sound is completed by few. Your Sim must join the music career,…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderLate breaking news will frequently fall from the skies and be prime for the plucking by journalists worthy of reporting the greatest stories of the decade. Great…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderPopularity isn't just a grade school desire, but a sign that the community enjoys the friendship of your Sim. Unselfish socialization is quite the worthwhile pursuit. Know…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderFor family focused Sims, the joys that pitter and patter about on two legs make all the struggle and hardship of parenthood worthwhile. A house full of…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderSimoleons fuel the world and for some fiscally-minded Sims, personal happiness as well. Scrimping and saving to live in an efficient home, working hard at work, and…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThere is a vast array of recipes to prepare for hungry guests and famished family members. By mastering the cooking skill and perusing the bookstore for recipes,…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderYour Sim can one day become the leader of the most diabolical organization in the world. Strong evil office relationships are a must, as is possessing enough…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderThe most delicious fruits and vegetables are harvested from a perfect plant. Perfect plants grow from only the best seeds, which drop from the branches of generation…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderLogic and Handiness are natural bedfellows, partners of invention and discovery. Logic leads to great finds like eerie nebulas, whereas handiness unlocks interesting household improvements. These can…
TeenYoung AdultAdultElderYour Sim must be able to make logically brilliant, split-second decisions at the operating table with only a heartbeat to spare. Only the greatest surgeons defeat disease,…
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As a child of older parents, Alexander often wonders if he missed out on anything. His hobbies include optometry and number theory.
Cassandra is the quiet, mysterious type. Nobody ever knows quite what she's thinking.
It is often said that Dina has a mind of her own, but she is quick to disagree. She likes chocolate and dreams of…
So many ladies, so little time. When Don isn't thinking about dating, he's sleeping.
Cheerful and outgoing, Mortimer brings his old country upbringing into the modern age. He has an unusual fondness for insects.
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Deeply connected to her Mediterranean roots, Nina likes exercise and bread pudding.
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Don't let the abundance of space fool you. Take a look around, admire the wonderful scenery, and explore the endless possibilities. Do you see…
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In this July 27, 2009 patch note, the official The Sims 3 update introduces major performance enhancements, including faster non-player Sim autonomy, improved Story Progression protections for player-controlled…
In this July 20, 2009 article, producer Lyndsay McGaw (Pearson) explains the inner workings of The Sims 3 story progression system, breaking down how it balances open-neighborhood town…
Check out this terrifying trailer from The Sims 3.
In this June 25, 2009 patch note, the official The Sims 3 update addresses performance improvements for game speeds 2 and 3, fixing story progression toggles, and resolving…
In this June 9, 2009 press release, Electronic Arts announces that The Sims 3 sold over 1.4 million units in its first week to become the best-selling PC…
In this June 2, 2009 press release, Electronic Arts announces the nationwide retail and digital release of The Sims 3 for PC and Mac, alongside its mobile debut…
In this May 18, 2009 patch note, the official update that brings parity to The Sims 3 Mac launcher, enabling full custom content export, store purchasing preferences, and…
