This MySims retro remake guide covers essence collection, crucial for crafting and fulfilling Sim orders. Essences are collectible items used as building blocks and paint ingredients. They're categorized into Emotions, Living Things, and Objects, each with a thematic link to Sim preferences, ensuring happy builds. Many are gathered in-game (apples, flowers), others require specific interactions.
What are Essences in MySims?
Essences are vital for crafting in MySims. Found through various activities, they are used in building and creating custom paints. Some are environmental (apples, flowers), while others are acquired through interactions with Sims. Matching essences to Sim preferences ensures satisfaction. Most serve as physical items or custom paint components.
Complete MySims Essence Guide
This guide details all MySims essences and their acquisition methods on the Nintendo Switch. Sim requests often specify required essences. Note: Some essences unlock with area progression or town level-ups.
Town Essences
Early-game essences are found in your town, with areas like the Forest and Desert initially inaccessible. The Crowbar tool (obtained via town level-ups) opens prospecting caves, yielding more essences.
| Essence Name | Sim Interest | Acquisition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Ball | Fun | Prospecting; Fun Sim interactions | Near Train Station; Interaction |
| Action Figure | Geeky | Prospecting | Prospecting cave |
| Angry | Fun | Negative Sim interactions | Interaction |
| Clown Fish | Fun | Fishing | Pond |
| Dark Wood | Studious | Chop Studious/Cute tree | Interaction |
| Dead Wood | Spooky | Chop dead/Spooky tree | Interaction |
| Green Apple | Tasty | Harvest; Plantable | Town Square |
| Happy | Cute | Positive Sim interactions | Interaction |
| Light Wood | Studious | Chop Tasty/Fun tree | Interaction |
| Metal | Geeky | Chop Geeky trees | Interaction |
| Organic | Studious | Pick flowers | Interaction |
| Purple Crayon | Cute | Prospecting | Town Square, near apple trees |
| Rainbow Trout | Tasty | Fishing | Pond |
| Red Apple | Tasty | Harvest; Plantable | Town Square |
| Sad | Spooky | Kindness to Spooky Sims or meanness to others | Interaction |
| Scary | Spooky | Kindness to Spooky Sims | Interaction |
| Stone | Studious | Prospecting | Town Square, near apple trees |
| Thorn | Spooky | Harvest from Spooky tree | Near your house, towards town edge |
| Tire | Geeky | Fishing | Pond |
| Yellow Blossom | Fun | Harvest; Plantable | Town Square |
| Video Game | Geeky | Prospecting; Playing video games | Prospecting cave; Interaction |
Forest and Desert Essences (Tables similar to above, omitted for brevity but follow the same structure, replacing location and acquisition methods as appropriate for each area). The Saw and Pickaxe tools unlock access to the Forest and Desert respectively.
Remember to consult this guide for fulfilling those challenging Sim requests! MySims is available now on Nintendo Switch.
