The Sims 3: Generations

The Sims 3: Generations is the upcoming fourth expansion pack for The Sims 3. An official trailer was leaked on March 11, 2011. Features shown in the trailer include treehouses, on-the-ground water slides, spiral staircases, mid-life crises, family videos and pranks. The game is set to be released on May 31, 2011 and on April 5, 2011, EA confirmed the rumors with a press release. It contains elements of The Sims 2: Family Fun Stuff, The Sims: House Party, The Sims 2: Teen Style Stuff, and The Sims 2: University.

Each life phase has a theme. For children, imagination and make-believe are key themes. For teens, rebellious, chaotic scenes such as parties and pranks are an addition. As a young adult and adult, the focus is on their relationships with others; from getting married to having children of their own. Elders get to enjoy their time reminiscing about the golden years and the joys of watching their grandchildren grow up.

Features

 * New interactions: Pranks
 * New objects: water slide (similar to a Slip 'n Slide), video camera, treehouse, bunk beds, spiral staircases, new playground equipment such as the see-saw and sandboxes.
 * New CAS features: Body hair
 * New fairytale inspired outfits and animal costumes for children, similar to The Sims 2: Family Fun Stuff.
 * Family videos, larger family portraits, baby strollers,
 * Prom Night for teens.
 * Return of memories tracked in a scrapbook (and online) and a feature to make memories.
 * Return of entertainers.
 * Elder Sims use canes.
 * New traits: Rebellious and Nurturing
 * New parties: graduation, teen, bachelor/bachelorette, and new wedding ceremonies
 * Careers: Day Care profession
 * Imaginary Friends
 * Flowers to plant, pick and give to others.

Leakage
Users from blog forums leaked the trailer made by EA and was also leaked on Twitter and the Official Sims 3 Page on Facebook. Some people thought it was fake. The trailer was leaked along with a trailer for an unconfirmed expansion pack, Unleashed. No further info was given about the two expansion packs.

Trailers
Video:The Sims 3 Generations: Official Announce Trailer|Official Announcement

Video:The Sims 3 Generations Trailer|Leaked Trailer