The EA Play Label of Electronic Arts Inc. today announced that the critically-acclaimed The Sims 3 is in development for the Nintendo 3DS, and will be available in 2011.

“We’re bringing players the first true 3D life simulation game on a handheld utilizing the ground breaking technology of the Nintendo 3DS,” explained Sam Player, Executive Producer at EA. “With new features like face mapping, a living open neighborhood, connectivity like never before and an all-new feature called “Karma Powers,” we’re making it easier than ever for gamers to play with life from the gaming platform of their choice.”