The Sims 3: Island Paradise

The Sims 3: Island Paradise is the tenth expansion pack for The Sims 3. It was announced as one of the line-ups of 2013 in The Sims series via a press release. During the broadcast, it was stated that the expansion pack is still in the early development stage and only one screenshot was shown. It is said to be released on June 25th, 2013 in North America.

Island Paradise is about giving the Sims paradise and experience it. It is vacation-themed, similarly to The Sims: Vacation, The Sims 2: Bon Voyage and the first expansion pack of The Sims 3, World Adventures. It has a new world which is still on early developments.

Description
''Let your Sims escape to their own island paradise, complete with sparkling waters and sun-drenched beaches in The Sims™ 3 Island Paradise. They can explore by boat, go scuba diving, live in a houseboat or even build and run their own resorts. Nautical Sims can discover new islands, uncover sunken treasure, or even befriend a mermaid! With innovative features never before seen in The Sims™ PC franchise and a world of new possibilities on land and at in sea, your Sims will have an unforgettable adventure in their own island paradise.''

Features

 * Set sail for adventure. Be it by paddleboat or speedboat, your Sims can now leave port to discover new lands and explore like never before, from inter-island travel to discovering their own uncharted island. Landlubbers need not apply!


 * Build and run a five-star resort. Create a family-friendly resort of waterslides and buffet tables, a romantic retreat dotted with minimalist cottages, or a singles resort featuring multiple pool bars where Sims can mingle and flirt. Choose and fine-tune your amenities, set your prices, and wait for the reviews and Simoleons to pour in. The higher your star rating, the more popular your resort will be!


 * Life is a beach. See what surprises await under the sea as your Sims build their skills in snorkeling/scuba diving. Your Sims may find themselves on the shore of a new island or discover sunken or buried treasure.


 * Boat sweet boat. Whether your Sims love the water or are just prone to wanderlust, a houseboat may be the perfect abode. Houseboats are fully customizable and can be moored at any open port, so if your Sims tire of the view, relocate to a new locale!


 * Build over the water: New stilted foundations give your Sims the best of both worlds—a home that’s partially on the water and partially on land. Build a resort, create travelling houseboats, and customize your very own island paradise for your Sims! New adventures await your Sims on the sunny shores and beneath the glistening water of an island paradise! From exploring the tropical isles to creating a five-star resort experience, your Sims can decide to embark on an unforgettable journey or make themselves a new home in this new utopia. Nautical Sims can even take the helm of fully customizable houseboats and set sail between islands! If your Sims would rather be in the water than on it, they can snorkel and scuba dive their way through the ocean. Who knows, they might uncover sunken treasure or befriend a mermaid! With innovative features never before seen in The Sims PC franchise and a world of new possibilities on land and in sea, your Sims will reap the benefits of their own island paradise.

These features are confirmed by the developers from the first live broadcast after it was announced.


 * Boats
 * Sims can travel by sea in boats, from island to island in a world.
 * Players can create and customize houseboats in build and buy mode and Sims can live on them just like regular houses.
 * They can also customize normal boats.


 * Underwater
 * Sims can go underwater and discover new collectibles and marine life using scuba diving and snorkeling skills.


 * Resort System
 * Players can build resorts and Sims will be able to own run their own resort.
 * Resorts can range from bungalows to high-class hotels.
 * Sims earn simoleons by running resorts.
 * A Sim's success depends on the resort's popularity and its reviews.

Images
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For the broadcast on February 24th, 2013, please visit this link.