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Leann Rimes, Fefe Dobson, Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head and more each sing a tune in Simlish for EA’s The Sims 3 World Adventures

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The Sims 3 World Adventures Gets an All-Star Soundtrack

LeAnn Rimes, Fefe Dobson, Natalie Portman's Shaved Head and more each sing a tune in Simlish.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - The Sims fans around the world will be rockin' out to new Simlish music in The Sims 3 World Adventures Expansion Pack* for the PC and Mac this November. The EA Play Label of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced over a dozen additional artists who will lend their Simlish voice stylings to The Sims 3 World Adventures including GRAMMY Award-winner LeAnn Rimes and hot rising stars Fefe Dobson, Natalie Portman's Shaved Head, Katie Melua, Esme Denters, Evan Taubenfeld, Madina Lake, and more.

"Once again, the musical world of The Sims comes to life with some of the world's biggest stars of today and tomorrow performing their hits in Simlish," says Steve Schnur, Worldwide Executive of Music for EA. "In the future, look for exciting music videos to accompany some of these songs, which will further demonstrate that Simlish is truly a global language."

"My friends have told me about The Sims for years, and I've also heard Natasha Bedingfield and Black Eyed Peas versions of their songs in Simlish, so I was thrilled to be in on the fun," said LeAnn Rimes. "It's so cool to have my own music in such an iconic game."

New global artists with Simlish songs in The Sims 3 World Adventures include:

• LeAnn Rimes - "You've Ruined Me"
• Fefe Dobson - "I Want You"
• Katie Melua - "If the lights go out"
• Madina Lake - "Lets Get Outta Here"
• Manchester Orchestra - "I've Got Friends"
• Natalie Portman's Shaved Head - "Me + Yr Daughter"
• Esme Denters - "Outta Here"
• Hot Chelle Rae - "Say"
• Audrye Sessions - "Turn Me Off"
• Metalkpretty - "Wake Up, Wake Up"
• Evan Taubenfeld - "Pumpkin Pie"
• Friday Night Boys - "Can't Take That Away"
• Cassie Steele - "Summer Nights"
• Broken Hearts Club - "Na Na Na"

Previously announced artists and songs featured in the game include:

• Nelly Furtado - "Manos al Aire"
• Pixie Lott - "Mama Do"
• Stefanie Heinzmann - "No One (Can Ever Change My Mind)"
• Matt & Kim - "Daylight"
• Young Punx - "Juice and Sim"

The Sims are on the adventure of their lifetime in The Sims(TM) 3 World Adventures, the first expansion pack to the #1 best-selling PC game of calendar 2009**, The Sims 3. Players will guide their Sims to acclaimed fortune--or potential doom. Gamers will take their Sims to famous real-world inspired destinations to conquer challenges, find treasures, discover what's lurking in hidden caves, and more with the first ever adventure gameplay. From mastering martial arts in Shang Simla, China, discovering rich culture and famous landmarks on a romantic getaway to Champs Les Sims, France or exploring the depths of ancient tombs in Al Simhara, Egypt, Sims will learn new skills and chase down new personal opportunities, meet new Sims with unique personalities, share their culture and bring them home, discover new styles on their travels, and share everything they encounter on their adventures with the world through personal photographs, movies, and stories. Those who register their copy of the PC/Mac version of the game online will receive 1,000 SimPoints*** to be used in The Sims 3 Store. Adventure is on the horizon -- what will the Sims discover?

The Sims 3 World Adventures Expansion Pack for the PC and Mac will ship to retailers worldwide the week of November 16, 2009. For those who haven't already purchased The Sims 3 or need a good gift idea for friends or family, a special limited Holiday Collector's Edition will be available on November 17, 2009. The special edition will feature The Sims 3 Collector's Edition along with new holiday content.

For more information about The Sims 3 World Adventures or The Sims 3, please visit www.TheSims3.com. Developed by The Sims Studio, The Sims 3World Adventures is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. To download artwork, please visit www.info.ea.com .

To pre-order the standard edition game visit www.thesims3.com/game/ep1/order .

*Requires The Sims 3 for PC/MAC to play.
**According to NPD data.
***INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED, see product pack or digital distribution rules for details.

LEARN HOW TO MASTER KUNG FU FIGHTING IN SHANG SIMLA, CHINA

For the first time ever, Sims can now spar and master Martial Arts when they travel to Shang Simla, China! We’ve offered some tips below to help you on your path to Kung fu greatness.

TRAIN - The Phoenix Academy of Martial Arts in Shang Simla, China is the best place to begin the path of the righteous. However, those who wish to train outside of China may purchase the Training Dummy, Board Breaker, and books to take home. Only after much practice with the training dummies, and the breaking of many boards will your Sim be on the path to righteous victory! To truly master the discipline of Martial Arts in The Sims 3 World Adventures, your Sim must defeat several worthy opponents in the Grand Tournament of China.

PRACTICE - Martial Artists love to spar and hone their skills in friendly combat. As a reward, Martial Artists receive new training outfits with colorful belts to denote their skill and aptitude in the craft. Sparring is a great way to develop your Sims skills, build friendships, and show off cool new belts obtained as reward!

CENTER - Meditation is key to obtaining focus and mental peace of mind. A powerful fist is nothing without a stronger mind. Focused Martial Artists are able to teleport, making them incredibly powerful.
MASTER - Master Martial Artists are so powerful they can summon the magical elements from nature itself to aid them in their battles against evil!

TEACH - Top Level Martial Artists may train others, further strengthening the ranks of disciplined martial artists throughout the world.

Learn more about The Sims 3 World Adventures