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Electronic Arts has announced the forthcoming launch of an expansion pack for The Sims 3 on PC and Mac.

Entitled The Sims 3 World Adventures, the pack will enable players to take their Sims to various "real-world inspired destinations" to explore famous landmarks and take on challenges.

Experiences on offer include a "romantic getaway" in France, learning martial arts in China and exploring the ancient tombs in Egypt.

Anyone who purchases World Adventures will receive 1,000 SimPoints to spend in The Sims 3 store, while EA also plans to release exclusive downloadable content for the pack in the future.

EA's general manager of The Sims Scott Evans said: "We're thrilled with the global success of The Sims 3 over these last few months and are looking forward to expanding on the gameplay experience with one of the most robust expansion packs to The Sims yet."

The Sims 3 World Adventures will be released on November 16. EA Mobile is also developing a version of the content for iPhone and iPod Touch, which will be released in early 2010.

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