Katy Perry Teams Up With The Sims 3

09:44, Wednesday, 18 January 2012

Katy Perry may have already taken the music world by storm, but the California Gurls star has now joined forces with popular computer game, The Sims 3.

It has been announced that Perry will feature in an extensive and exclusive partnership with gaming giants EA - which will see the 27-year old help develop virtual goods for the franchise such a clothing, accessories and hairstyles.

New expansion pack The Sims 3: Showtime will have a special Katy Perry Collector's Edition, including an exclusive poster and an Ultimate Stage bonus venue, complete with themed props.

Speaking of her involvement, the Teenage Dream singer said: "I love how you're able to play out different stories through your Sims characters - giving them different careers and watching them succeed,

"It's cool to see the Sims' stage performances inThe Sims 3: Showtimedecked out just like my 'California Dreams' tour - even my cotton candy video screens are in there! I always like to think of myself as a cartoon, and now I'm a Sim!"

In recent weeks, Katy has dominated the headlines after her hubby Russell Brand confirmed he had filed for divorce and had decided to call time heir 14-month marriage.

She was spotted leaving Los Angeles yesterday (17th January) despite reports that Brand had flown to the US to discuss their split.

The funnyman has since broken his silence since the break down of his marriage, telling reporters at the TCA press tour in California over the weekend that he is coping "quite well" since ending his romance with Perry.

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