"The Sims 3" is a popular simulation game developed by Electronic Arts in 2009. It is part of The Sims Series and features a strategy sub-genre. The game is available for both Windows and Mac platforms, with NTSC-U/C (US/Canada) region coding. It includes a manual and is compatible with XP. With a Teen rating, "The Sims 3" offers immersive gameplay where players can control and interact with virtual characters in a simulated world, making it a beloved title in the video game community."