EA didn't want CC -- as we have always understood the term -- in TS2, now they are simply making damned sure there isn't any in TS3.
looks like the ongoing debates over free vs pay cc may have finally pushed ea to create a product that only they will make the money from. whether we like it or not, it's good business for ea, of couse that's until someone hacks the game code and figures it out. i'm sure someone out there will figure out how to make a buck off ea besides ea.
the whole concept of the sims 3 makes me think of the 'tycoon' games. intertwined community. i think if you like those kinds of games, sims 3 will be up your alley.