This guide helps you master essence collection in the MySims Nintendo Switch remake. Essences are crucial for crafting and fulfilling Sim requests, impacting your town's happiness. They're categorized into Emotions, Living Things, and Objects, each with a thematic link to Sim personalities. Many are gathered directly, while others require specific interactions.
What are Essences?
Screenshot by The EscapistEssences are collectible items used as building blocks and paint components in crafting. Matching essences to Sim preferences ensures their happiness.
Finding Essences:
Initially, your town is the only explorable area. Unlocking tools expands access to the Forest and Desert, revealing more essences. Some essences are only available after town level-ups or area unlocks.
Town Essences:
Screenshot by The EscapistEarly-game essences are found here. The Crowbar (obtained via town level-ups) unlocks prospecting caves.
Essence Name | Sim Interest | Acquisition Method | Location(s) |
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8-Ball | Fun | Prospecting; Positive 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, town edge |
Tire | Geeky | Fishing | Pond |
Yellow Blossom | Fun | Harvest; Plantable | Town Square |
Video Game | Geeky | Prospecting; Playing video games | Prospecting cave; Interaction |
Forest & Desert Essences: The Saw unlocks the Forest, adding new essences. The Pickaxe unlocks the Desert, revealing even more. (Tables for Forest and Desert essences follow the same format as above, omitted for brevity due to length constraints. The original tables can be referenced for this information.)
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This comprehensive guide ensures you're prepared for any Sim request, maximizing your MySims experience. Remember, exploration is key!