The game consists of challenges which earn player ‘challenge points.’ This includes simple tasks such as watching a game at the stadium, to more complex tasks such as having triplets. Like achievements, players will be constantly attempting to obtain and complete the challenges. Having these challenges in the game gives something for players to aim for, enriching the gameplay experience.

In terms of development, The Sims 3 features the pleasant, soothing soundtrack and the ever-pleasing Simlish (the language The Sims speak) that regular players of The Sims are accustom too. Graphically, the same colourful environments are as good as the locations previously evident on the PC version. Likewise, the models and designs apparent within the game are also to a good standard.

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