The Sims 3

The game has been officially announced and is under development for the specified platforms. In this case, an exact or estimated release date is provided.

The game has been released, it is available for purchase or download on the specified platforms.

The game has not been officially announced yet, but the likelihood of it is high. A possible release date and likely platforms are indicated.

The game has been released in early access. This means that developers have released an unfinished, but playable version of the game, available to anyone interested. Usually, such versions are available at a reduced price or even for free, and the game is more expensive upon release. However, be prepared to encounter bugs, as development is still ongoing.

The game is being tested, it is available to everyone, or to a limited number of people. Tests can be closed or open. By participating in the beta test, players can try out the project shortly before its release.

The game was in development for some time, but now it's frozen. Perhaps someday the developers will return and finish the game, but more often than not, the project is simply shut down.

The game's development has been definitively and irrevocably canceled. This status signifies the project's demise.

The game has faded into obscurity. What is currently happening with the project is unknown, but it is most likely shut down.