The Sims 3

 DS
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Worth Playing
    Jan 13, 2011
    85
    Ultimately, The Sims 3 gives DS owners the Sims game they've always wanted, and it does a pretty fine job of condensing the console and PC experience into a handheld. In spite of the design and technical problems that crop up along the way, the game is just as entertaining and engrossing as ever, and the constant need to complete one more task, earn the next rank or achieve one last goal is a strong enough pull to keep you playing for hours on end.
  2. GameZone
    Dec 21, 2010
    80
    Despite its limitations, Sims 3 manages to be the closest to the true Sims experience for people who want to play God on the go.
  3. Game Chronicles
    Jan 13, 2011
    75
    All in all, The Sims 3 for the DS is probably the most worthwhile handheld port of the series yet, and gamers who want to play the Sims but don't have a game-worthy computer or stationary console system can finally enjoy some of the proper Sims experience. If you've already got the heftier PC or console versions, though, I wouldn't bother unless you're really dying to Sim on the go.
  5. IGN
    Dec 21, 2010
    75
    The Sims 3 on the DS finally delivers an open-world god-sim experience, but it's not without some minor frustrations.
  6. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    Dec 31, 2010
    71
    A decent game. [Christmas 2010, p.83]
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  7. Nintendo Life
    Mar 9, 2011
    70
    The Sims 3 provides the first open-world experience in the series for a Nintendo handheld, and does quite a good job of it, with enough options, subtlety, neighbours and mini-objectives that there's always something interesting to do. However, the content is limited to a somewhat narrow framework, and overall it's not immersive enough to provide anything much more complex than the original PC game.
  8. Universo Nintendo
    Dec 21, 2010
    70
    If you're a fan of The Sims and have a Nintendo DS, the game is worth the play. Otherwise, won't be this title that will attract you to the franchise.
  9. Nintendo Gamer
    Feb 6, 2011
    69
    A decent portable version. [Christmas 2010, p.74]
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  10. GameShark
    Jan 13, 2011
    58
    It is still The Sims though, and it's remarkable how durable the core experience remains even on a small screen.

Awards & Rankings

38
#38 Best DS Game of 2010
23
#23 Most Discussed DS Game of 2010
19
#19 Most Shared DS Game of 2010

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User Score
6.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 25
  3. Negative: 6 out of 25
  1. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 4, 2023
    5
    Control a character in a virtual town like a human Tamagotchi. Reasonably well implemented but without any story or goals it all seems aControl a character in a virtual town like a human Tamagotchi. Reasonably well implemented but without any story or goals it all seems a little aimless and ultimately, pointless.… Full Review »
  2. moda84
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    Обожаю эту игру!
    Минус это долгая загрузка, а потом всё без лагов
  3. HoganV
    Dec 24, 2017
    5
    It is a good game but is on the wrong platform. buy it on the computer instead.
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