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Frequently Asked Questions
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Beginners – Lost? – House Building – Careers – Hobbies – Neighbours – Main Quests – Discovery Quests
Help, I’m a beginner! What do I need to know?
These posts and FAQs may help you get started:
What is the maximum amount of sims you can have in one house?
4 is the maximum for living in a house at one time but you can invite other sims over and have 10 in a house or public place at once
How Many Sims Can I Have In My Town?
How do I get a sim to sleep through an alarm?
Click on bed, choose the option
How do I call a sim?
Using a phone
How do I invite a sim over?
Make sure they aren’t busy, go to the house you want them and click the whistle next to their picture
How do I use a computer?
Click on a computer in the game and choose the option you need.
I can’t add a new sim, why?
You may have reached the sim limit, you need to wait until you level up to unlock a new sim but you don’t always unlock a new sim each level.
Why can’t I add another baby?
A couple can only have 2 children as only 4 sims can live in a house at one time
A material just appeared above my sims head! What is this for?
These materials, for example granite as shown in the image below are used to upgrade the monuments on the island that you unlock during the Raiders of the Lost Artifacts Quest:
Why do blue footprints appear when I try to use an item?
Blue footprints appear when your sim cannot access an item you want them to use, you need to either rotate the item or move an item that has been placed in front of it so they can use it
Do I need a birthday cake to age a sim?
Yes you need a birthday cake to age your sim to each life stage until you complete the Life Dreams and Legacies quest where your sims age automatically
If I bake a cake early will it be there when I need it?
Yes, it will be stored until you are ready to age your sim
Can I change my sims name/ gender etc?
How do I get two sims married?
Can I make my sims friends after they become nemesis?
Yes, just be nice until they become friends again
How do I save my game?
If you log into Game Center or Facebook in the game you can save it to one or both of those to save your game to the cloud. The game will save automatically each time you collect your daily reward but you can save it manually from the settings
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I can’t find a building, where will it be?
This page contains links to my maps of each area so you can easily find the place you need
House Building
How do I delete or resize a room?
When does the two story mansion unlock?
Once you complete the Multi Story Renovations Quest you will unlock this and be able to build multi story houses
When can I add swimming pools?
Once you have completed the It’s All Going Swimmingly Quest
My sim won’t do a pool action, what’s wrong?
They need to clean the pool first and then they should do the action.
When can I add patios?
Once you have completed the DIY Homes: Peaceful Patios Quest
When can I add balconies?
Once you have completed the DIY Homes: Lovey Dovey Balconies Quest
When can I add basements?
Once you have completed the DIY Homes: Basement of Kings Quest
When can I add indoor balconies?
Once you have completed the DIY Homes: All Mezzed Up Quest
How do I submit my house to The Sims Freeplay team?
Help! I put my preteen bed in my inventory but cannot find it! Why?
If you haven’t completed the preparing for preteens quest yet you will not be able to see the preteen tab where the bed will be, once you complete the quest the bed should reappear
I have no house design ideas, help!
Visit My House Designs page for blueprints and images of houses I have created and you can recreate on your own game
How much do houses, businesses or workplaces cost to build?
The price varies depending on how many other houses, business or workplaces you have already built, each time you build another one the price will increase but it will only increase for similar buildings, for example, if you build a house the price will only increase for the next house you build, it will not increase for businesses or workplaces too
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Careers
How do I get a sim a job and send them to work?
How much do workplaces cost to build?
The price varies depending on how many other workplaces you have already built, each time you build another one the price will increase but it will only increase for similar buildings, for example, if you build a workplace the price will only increase for the next workplace you build, it will not increase for businesses or houses too
What is the difference between a career and a profession?
With professions you can go to work with your sims and help them out during their shift, with careers they will just go to work for a set amount of time and return when they have finished
I find professions confusing, can you explain more about them?
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Hobbies
I find hobbies confusing, can you explain more about them?
How do I restart a hobby collection?
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Neighbours
How do I earn social points?
Complete social tasks in a neighbours town to earn social points
What social tasks are there to complete?
Help! My neighbours can’t see an item in my town, why is that?
They can’t see it because they aren’t seeing the most up to date version of your game, you need to connect to the cloud for them to see this version of your game
I can only visit Another Simtown, what items are available there?
If I skip a social task with LP will I still get the reward?
Yes you will
What items are needed to create a great social house?
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Main Quests
I have missed a main quest! Why can’t I start it yet?
You cannot miss main quests they have to be completed in order. You need to complete all previous quests (the order can be found here)
Can I complete a main quest even though I am passed the level it unlocks at?
Yes, it will start automatically once previous quests have been completed
What happens if I don’t complete in the time limit, can I still finish a main quest?
Yes you have to finish it before you can move onto the next quest
I didn’t complete in the time limit, can I restart the quest?
No, you cannot redo quests
Can I still get the prize if I don’t complete in the time limit?
No, the only way to get the limited time prizes is by completing the quest in the time limit
I don’t like a quest I am on! Can I just skip it?
No, you have to complete the quest before you can move onto the next one
Why are there two versions of some quests?
Some quests have two versions, as when the makers have updated the times for quests they haven’t updated them on all devices so some players still get the old times
What do you mean when you say a goal can be started early?
Any goal that you can normally do can be started early because you will have access to it and any goal that you can’t normally do you will have to wait until you get the goal to be able to complete it
The tip with this method is to put the sim doing that action early in a different house that you cannot go to until you get that goal or it will not work
Some times are slightly different on my game, why is this?
Times may vary depending on the star rating of the item you are using, as the higher star rating an item has the quicker you will complete a goal
Some times are really off/ different goals show for me, why is this?
This will be because the quest has been updated recently, I try my best to keep these posts up to date but it is difficult as I cannot redo every quest each time the game is updated. If you notice any changes please let me know so I can update the post
Why do blue footprints appear when I try to use an item?
Blue footprints appear when your sim cannot access an item you want them to use, you need to either rotate the item or move an item that has been placed in front of it so they can use it
Bread Winner Quest
I don’t get the option to watch SimChef on TV, why?
You will not get the option until you get the goal when the quest starts
Why can’t I buy a toaster?
You need to place a toaster on a counter or table, it won’t let you buy it if you try to put it on the floor
I can’t make cheese on toast, why?
You need to have a stove and a toaster in your house to be able to make cheese on toast
How do I invite a sim over?
Click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker, this post explains more about the simtracker
I can’t cook burgers why?
You need one sim to cook until they reach level 2 in cooking to unlock the burgers, if you use the same sim to cook for each cooking goal in this quest they will reach level 2 by the time you need to cook the burgers
Where can I find the chopping boards?
You need to complete the cooking hobby for the first time to unlock the chopping boards, they can then be found in the kitchen section of buy mode
Love is in the Air Quest
How do I get two sims in a house?
Click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
Why can’t my sim kiss another sim on the cheek?
You have probably been romantic too many times, you need to be dating to get this interaction, if they are already partners you won’t be able to do this task. To get around this you need a sim to be romantic to a different sim until they are dating so you can complete this goal
How do I send a sim home?
Click on the house with the arrow in it button next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
I can’t be romantic, why?
You cannot be romantic until you get the goal in this quest to be romantic
Two and a Half Sims Quest
I can’t place the magazines in my house, why?
You need to put them on a table or counter, you cannot place them on the floor
My sims won’t read the magazine, help!
Do blue footprints appear? Blue footprints appear when your sim cannot access an item you want them to use, you need to either rotate the item or move an item that has been placed in front of it so they can use it
I can’t afford the childrens store, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the childrens store early?
No, you cannot build the childrens store until you get the goal in this quest
Why can’t I add a baby?
A crib needs to be placed in the house of a married couple, only married couples can have babies
How many babies can a couple have?
They can have 2 children as only 4 sims can live in a house at one time
How do babies go to the toilet?
They will go in their diaper when they are ready, then you can change their diaper to increase their hygiene
Ocean View Estate Quest
I can’t place the magazines in my house, why?
You need to put them on a table or counter, you cannot place them on the floor
I have played the sims on a computer but it doesn’t complete the goal, why?
Are you sure you are playing the sims, not sim city?
How do I send my sim to the park?
Go to the park and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker, this post explains more about the simtracker
I can’t afford the real estate agency, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the real estate agency early?
No, you cannot build the real estate agency until you get the goal in this quest
How do I give my sim a job?
Give this post a read
Mysterious Island Quest
How do I download bridge schematics on a computer?
Buy a computer in the game and select the option
I can’t afford the mysterious bridge, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the bridge early?
No, you cannot build the bridge until you get the goal in this quest
Why haven’t you posted about monuments yet?
I am still in the process of building all the monuments on the island but as soon as I have I will create a post- I haven’t forgotten, it just takes a while to get the rare items!
My game is stuck on level 10, why is this?
Once you reach level 10 your game needs to download additional content, this link explains what it is but it doesn’t say how to do it, I’m guessing your game should do it automatically. If you still can’t progress you may need to contact the makers to see if they can fix this for you.
Raiders of the Lost Artifacts Quest
How do I visit the island?
Click on the mysterious island bridge, this will take you to the island
I cannot find the third artifact, where do you find them?
You get them by random, by baking, gardening and using objects, I cannot tell you where to find them as any action can give you one. Try planting peppers or any other action that takes seconds to try and get it quickly
How long does it take to upgrade the riches of terra?
Go to the island and click on it and select upgrade and it will complete straightaway
Why haven’t you posted about monuments yet?
I am still in the process of building all the monuments on the island but as soon as I have I will create a post- I haven’t forgotten, it just takes a while to get the rare items!
My game is stuck on level 10, why is this?
Once you reach level 10 your game needs to download additional content, this link explains what it is but it doesn’t say how to do it, I’m guessing your game should do it automatically. If you still can’t progress you may need to contact the makers to see if they can fix this for you
Need for Steed Quest
Where can I find a telescope?
You need to buy one from the promotions r us store
I don’t have the promotions r us store yet, can I get the telescope without it?
No, unfortunately you will have to build the store to progress in this quest
How do I place the telescope in my house once I have brought it from the promotions r us store?
You can find it in your inventory under career and hobby items
I can’t afford the stables, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the stables early?
No, you cannot build the stables until you get the goal in this quest
No exclamation marks appear above items to clean up, what should I do?
Just click on items when a sim is there and it will come up with options on the things that need clearing
Can I have more than 4 sims cleaning the mess up at the stables?
Yes, you can have up to 10 sims at a place so 8 sims can clear the 8 items at the same time
How do I practice brushing another sim?
Select the interaction between two sims
My game says there is something under construction when I try to repair a stable, what do I do?
Firstly you need to read the pop up as it tells you exactly what is under construction, once you have go there and click on it to finish building, then you will be able to repair the stable (it will be something you have built previously but probably just haven’t clicked to finish building yet!)
Quest for Toddlers
I have missed this quest! Why can’t I start it yet?
You cannot miss main quests they have to be completed in order. You need to complete all previous quests (list can be found here)and reach level 12 before you can start this quest
Can I complete this quest even though I am passed level 12?
Yes, you just need to complete all previous quests then this quest will start automatically
I have watched a documentary but it hasn’t completed the goal, why?
You will not be able to complete this goal until you get the goal when the quest starts
It’s All Going Swimmingly Quest
I can’t afford the swim center, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the swim center early?
No, you cannot build the swim center until you get the goal in this quest
How do I send my sim to the swim center?
Go to the swim center and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
How long does supervise in a lifeguard chair take to complete?
It will complete straightaway
Can you still get swimsuits if you don’t complete in time? If you can, where can you find them?
Yes you can, build the costume and swim store then you will find them in your wardrobe
Hidden Unicorn Quest
Which is the unicorn jumping gate?
This is the arena at the stables that is not next to the other two gates
How do I bake rocky road?
Click on a stove and select baking and find rocky road
Does it matter if the rocky road burns?
No it will still complete the goal
My game says there is something under construction when I try to repair the gate, what do I do?
Firstly you need to read the pop up as it tells you exactly what is under construction, once you have go there and click on it to finish building, then you will be able to repair the gate (it will be something you have built previously but probably just haven’t clicked to finish building yet!)
Can I fix the showjumping gate early?
No, you cannot fix the showjumping gate until you get the goal in this quest
In Da Clubhouse Quest
Why won’t the goal take a catnap complete?
Try using the toddler bed that can be brought from the toddler section
How do I send my toddler to the swim center?
Go to the swim center and click on the whistle next to a toddler who isn’t busy on the simtracker
What is the magic castle?
The playhouse that is to the left at the swim center
How do I feed my toddler a snack?
You need an adult sim to select the interaction on a toddler
Does the cat stay at the swim center once the quest is complete?
No, it will disappear
Where are the dancing trees?
At the swim center
Does the adult need to clean up all the pee puddles?
No, just one
Preparing for Preteens Quest
I can’t afford simtown elementary, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the elementary school early?
No, you cannot build the elementary school until you get the goal in this quest
I already have one of the items it wants me to buy in this quest, will I have to buy them again?
Yes you will do, but don’t buy them before you get the goal
Where can I find the preteen bookshelf?
In the preteen section of the furniture store
How do I make cheese on toast?
Select cooking on a stove, make sure you have a toaster at that house to use or you will not be able to make cheese on toast
I have played the sims on a computer but it doesn’t complete the goal, why?
Are you sure you are playing the sims, not sim city?
Sous Judgemental Quest
I can’t afford the restaurant, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the restaurant early?
No, you cannot build the restaurant until you get the goal in this quest
How do I taste the Grouchs special dish?
Click on the Grouch and select the option
How do I cook a dish for Wumples?
Click on a stove and select cooking, pick the dish (cheese on toast is the quickest but you will need a toaster) wait for it to be cooked and then click on the bubble that appears above your sims head when the dish is ready
How do I serve the food?
Click on the plates and select the option
I cannot find Wumples/Santa/Grouch! What should I do?
Firstly restart your device then try looking around all your houses in simtown for them, they have got to be somewhere!
Pizza is locked, how do I cook it?
Your sim needs to be level 2 at cooking and have a microwave at that house
I cannot make the quiche, it is greyed out, why?
Your sim needs to be level 4 at cooking and have a 2 star fridge and stove
How do I give the mud pie to the Grouch? It disappeared!
You don’t see the mud pie, just click on the Grouch and select the option to give mudpie
My game says there is something under construction when I try to open the front door, what do I do?
Firstly you need to read the pop up as it tells you exactly what is under construction, once you have go there and click on it to finish building, then you will be able to open the front door to the restaurant (it will be something you have built previously but probably just haven’t clicked to finish building yet!)
An Alien Concept: Weather Machines Quest
How do I send my sim to the park?
Go to the park and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
How do I become friends with the alien?
Be nice to Osiris until your sim becomes friends with him, do this again to become best friends when you get that goal
I have spent S16,000 on items but the goal will not complete, why?
Make sure you are just buying items from the electronics section of buy mode
How do I negotiate with a sim eating plant?
You need to grow lettuce until it turns into a sim eating plant then when it has you will be able to negotiate with it
How do I get my sims to woohoo?
You need two sims who are partners to be able to get this interaction
I already have a world globe, do I have to buy another one?
Yes you do or you cannot complete this quest
I don’t have a stereo, where can I find one?
You can buy one from the electronics section
Multi Story Renovations Quest
I can’t afford the community center, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the community center early?
No, you cannot build the community center until you get the goal in this quest
The game says I have to complete the multi story renovations quest to be able to build the community center, what is the problem?
There is no problem, you have to start the multi story quest and the first goal is to build the community center so you cannot build it until you get that first goal in the quest
How do I send my sim to the community center?
Go to the community center and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
I don’t understand what you mean when you say you can do both call the home store/ hotline goals at once to save time?
This goal appears twice so it is like being able to start a goal early that you have access to (read the question below if you don’t understand this) to do this you need two sims and two different houses:
1- When you get the goal to call home store you can set sim 1 to do the task
2- In a different house which you need to stay away from until you get the second goal you can have sim 2 also do the task
3- When sim 1 is done you complete the goal the first time
4- Wait until you get the goal again to call home store and you can go to sim 2 to complete it straight away!
Does it matter if the banana bread burns? Will the goal still complete?
The goal will still complete even if it causes a fire
I crafted the 1st set of woodworking items before I got the task to, my game now won’t complete the goal, what should I do?
You will need to find the next 3 items in the second row to complete this goal
I completed the quest but I cannot place stairs, why?
Firstly make sure you have rooms upstairs and also give this post a read, it explains how to add stairs to a house
Higher Education Quest
I can’t afford the town hall, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the town hall early?
Yes you can
How do I give my sim a job?
Give this post a read
Can I use a BBQ at my house to cook pulled pork instead of the park?
Yes you can
I have completed this quest but it will not allow me to enrol my teen sim at high school, why?
You need to build the high school in sim town first
The Pirate and His Goddess Quest
How do I visit the island?
Click on the mysterious island bridge, this will take you to the island
How do I call my sims to the community center?
Go to the community center and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
Do I need a teen to complete this quest?
Yes, your teen has to complete most of the goals in this quest, these goals will not work with an adult
I cannot complete the goal to call a teen to the community center, I have done this but it won’t complete, why?
Are you sure you sent a teen and not a preteen, teenager is the stage after preteen
I can’t find the piano/podium/blackboard that I need to use, where are they?
They are at the community center, look at the picture in the post to see their location
I can’t find the option for powercord presentation, why?
You need to use the blackboard at the community center
Is the pirate always a male teen?
Yes
How do I send my teen to the park?
Go to the park and click on the whistle next to a teen who isn’t busy on the simtracker
What is the answer to the first riddle?
Purple
I can’t find the pirate, where is he?
At the stables
What is the answer to the second riddle?
Admin
Where is the ancient goddess I need to click on?
It is on the island, look at the picture in the post to see what it looks like
Does the pirate ever return?
He hasn’t so far but maybe he will one day!
The Road To Fame Quest
Help, all items are greyed out apart from the magazines! What should I do?
Buy the magazines again, this should allow you to access the rest of buy mode
Do I need a teen for this quest?
Yes, in this quest you complete the teen idol hobby for the first time so a teen is required to complete all the goals
Can I have more than one teen doing this at once?
No, only one teen can be the teen idol and complete this hobby at one time
I have done the task write 3 pieces of music but it will not complete, why?
You need to write 3 different pieces, you cannot just do the task 3 times
Why can’t I buy the microphone yet?
You need to find all 3 pieces of music on the keyboard, then all 3 on the bass guitar, then all 3 on the drum kit, then all 3 on the guitar and then you will be able to buy the microphone
I cannot find one of the pieces, what should I do?
Some take longer to get than others to find so just keep going, you will find them eventually!
Adulthood Quest
How do I send my sim to the park?
Go to the park and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
Do I need to use a teen for these tasks?
No, all can be done with an adult
How do I call a sim to the swim center?
Go to the swim center and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
Do you have to clean up all the trash in the park or just one?
Just one
Seniors Quest
Do I need the snow park to complete this quest?
Yes you do, you cannot complete the goal to visit the snow park without it
You cannot do this at a neighbours town, quest goals can only be completed in your town
How do I send my sim to the swim center?
Go to the swim center and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
I don’t have the option to feed or investigate the pigeons, why?
Make sure you using an adult sim
How do I search garbage for a cupcake?
Kick over the trash can first then you will get the option
I can’t afford the bingo hall, how can I earn more simoleons?
This post may help
Can I build the bingo hall early?
No, you cannot build the bingo hall until you get the goal in this quest
How do I get 5 sims in a house?
Click on the whistle next to sims who aren’t busy on the simtracker from the house you want them at
How do I get my sims to woohoo?
You need two sims who are partners to be able to get this interaction
Bird Feeding Quest
Does a senior have to complete these goals?
No, an adult can
I can’t place the magazines in my house, why?
You need to put them on a table or counter, you cannot place them on the floor
In Stitches Quest
The life dreams and legacies is the next quest but I don’t want my sims to die, what should I do?
Stay on this quest, if you don’t complete this quest your sims will not age and die
You can stay on this quest for as long as you want
Does a senior have to complete these goals?
No, an adult can
How do I send my sim to the park?
Go to the park and click on the whistle next to a sim who isn’t busy on the simtracker
Pizza is locked, how do I cook it?
Your sim needs to be level 2 at cooking and have a microwave at that house
How do I give pizza to another sim?
Just click on a sim and select give pizza
How do I place an easel in my house once I have brought it from the promotions r us store?
You can find it in your inventory under career and hobby items
How many sims are needed to draw out a chess game?
You need two
I don’t get the option to draw out a chess game, why?
Are you using an adult sim and the chess board in the park?
Why don’t I have the option to high five another sim?
Your sims need to be friends to get this option
I don’t have a car or the car dealership built yet, can I get a car without it?
Yes you can build a house that comes with a car, these can be found in my House Guides Part One and Part Two
Life Dreams And Legacies Quest
Frequently Asked Questions about Life Dreams has its own post, click here to read it
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Discovery Quests
What are discovery quests?
The list of discovery quests can be found here (this post also tells you how you start each discovery quest)
Why can’t I do a discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another discovery quest you will not be able to do another one until that is completed
Can I do discovery quests at the same time as a main quest?
Yes you can
Do I have to do a discovery quest?
If you don’t start the quest you don’t have to do it at all but if you have already started it you need to complete it before you can move on to the next quest
I haven’t started a discovery quest yet, will it still be available when I want to do it?
Yes it will be, you can choose to start it whenever you like
What happens if I don’t complete in the time limit, can I still finish a quest?
Yes you have to finish it before you can move onto the next discovery quest
I didn’t complete in the time limit, can I restart a quest?
No, you cannot redo quests
Can I still get the prize if I don’t complete in the time limit?
No, the only way to get the limited time prizes is by completing the quest in the time limit
I don’t like the quest I am on! Can I just skip it?
No, you have to complete this quest before you can move onto the next one now that you have started it, if you don’t start it you don’t have to do it
Some times are slightly different on my game, why is this?
Times may vary depending on the star rating of the item you are using, as the higher star rating an item has the quicker you will complete a goal
Some times are really off/ different goals show for me, why is this?
This will be because the quest has been updated recently, I try my best to keep these posts up to date but it is difficult as I cannot redo every quest each time the game is updated. If you notice any changes please let me know so I can update the post
Why do blue footprints appear when I try to use an item?
Blue footprints appear when your sim cannot access an item you want them to use, you need to either rotate the item or move an item that has been placed in front of it so they can use it
Book of Spells Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Build the sorcerous supplies store to start this quest
Does the time limit start when I click to build or once the building has complete?
Once it has finished building the quest and time limit will begin
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
Is it possible to complete this quest in the time limit?
Yes it is
How do I unlock the door to the wand room?
Select randomly rearrange
How do I place the magic wand podium, I can’t find it!
It will be in the hobby and career items section of your inventory
Everytime my sim gazes into the crystal ball it says ‘this place is too crowded’ why?
If you already have a sim at the wizards cottage you will get this message, use the simtracker to go to the sim who is already there instead of using the crystal ball
Can I do all the distract a mummy tasks at the same time?
No you can’t, you can only do them one at a time
How do I pack up the magic wand podium?
Click on it to pack up
The magic wand podium has disappeared once I’ve picked it up! How do I complete the hobby?
You will need to buy a magic wand podium from the sorcerous supplies store to complete the hobby
I haven’t built the pet store yet, will the dragons be in there when I do?
Yes they will if you complete the quest in the time limit
What do the dragons do?
They find simoleons and LPs like dogs and cats
Is there anything in the pet section for dragons?
No, there isn’t
This quest unlocks the spell casting hobby, does the time limit start straight away once I have completed this quest?
Yes, the time limit for the hobby starts straight away once this quest is complete, you can click no when the hobby pop up appears but this does not stop the timer going down
Saved by the Spell Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Firstly you need to complete the book of spells quest then you can find the wizard in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
I can’t get two sims to sit at the dinner table, everyone sits down before them!
There is a glitch on this goal, leave the park and go back, your sims need to sit down quickly before the other characters can
Why can’t I record a video apology to the werewolf?
You need to click on him and select the option
I can’t find the wizard to high five him, where is he?
All you can do is look around simtown for him, when you find him he should go back to his cottage
This quest unlocks the potion brewing hobby, does the time limit start straight away once I have completed this quest?
Yes, the time limit for the hobby starts straight away once this quest is complete, you can click no when the hobby pop up appears but this does not stop the timer going down
Nanny Knows Best Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Find the nanny in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
I am doing the quest for toddlers and this one at the same time, is that going to cause a problem?
No it won’t as you don’t need to age a baby in the toddler quest
Do I need a baby for this quest?
Yes you do
I accidentally cleaned up the trash instead of cleaning the infants mess, how do I fix this?
Knock the trashcan over again and select the clean infants mess option
I can’t find any highchairs in buy mode, why?
You need to reach the goal to buy one before you unlock them
I can’t place my infant in a highchair, why?
The back of the highchair needs to be away from a wall or free from objects in the way so they can place the baby in the highchair from behind
I can’t get my baby to play with food, why?
The plumbob needs to be over that babies head and you need to click on the baby
Does the nanny stay once the quest is over?
No, she will leave
Why can’t I add a baby?
A crib needs to be placed in the house of a married couple, only married couples can have babies
How many babies can a couple have?
They can have 2 children as only 4 sims can live in a house at one time
How do babies go to the toilet?
They will go in their diaper when they are ready, then you can change their diaper to increase their hygiene
This quest unlocks the musical expressions hobby, does the time limit start straight away once I have completed this quest?
Yes, the time limit for the hobby starts straight away once this quest is complete, you can click no when the hobby pop up appears but this does not stop the timer going down
Blue footprints appear when my baby tries to use the xylophone, why?
Blue footprints appear when your sim cannot access an item you want them to use, you need to either rotate the item or move an item that has been placed in front of it so they can use it
Vacationers Guide to the Outdoors Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Build deer spring falls to start this quest
Does the time limit start when I click to build or once the building has complete?
Once it has finished building the quest and time limit will begin
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
I’m stuck on searching for clues, how do I do this?
You don’t need to search for clues, the answers are below
What is the answer to the rangers puzzle?
Plants
What is the answer to the tracking puzzle?
The barbecue
What do you use the set the bait?
Plants, fruits and nuts
A Puppy Odyssey Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
You need to find the puppy in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
Do you keep the puppy and kitten in this quest?
No but you will be able to get a free puppy and kitten from the pet store once you complete the quest
I can’t find the puppy, help!
You will need to contact EA about this issue as I am unable to fix technical issues
I haven’t built the pet salon yet, will these outfits be in there when I do?
Yes they will, if you complete the quest in the time limit
Can you get the maine coon kitten and puppy for free even if you don’t finish the quest on time?
Yes, once you complete the quest they will be in the pet store
This quest unlocks the puppy pals and internet kitten hobbies, does the time limit start straight away once I have completed this quest?
Yes, the time limit for the puppy pals hobby starts straight away once this quest is complete, you can click no when the hobby pop up appears but this does not stop the timer going down
There is no time limit for the internet kitten hobby
A Dance to Remember Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Find the dancers in the park
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
I haven’t started this quest yet, will it still be available when I want to do it?
Yes it will be, you can choose to start it whenever you like
Help! I used the wrong aged sim to watch the dancing couple, now I can’t enthuse, what should I do?
Try using two adult sims to enthuse, if you still don’t get the option you may need to contact EA
I left the villa, how do I get back?
Use the car at the park
I explored the villa but the roof is still on, how do I eat hors d’oeures?
You will need to contact EA to see if they can fix this for you as I am unable to fix technical issues
My sims won’t cheer on the fantasias, why?
If they are still in the park you won’t be able to complete this goal. Have all sims leave the villa and go back to the park, restart your device and hopefully the dancers should have left the park. Go back to the villa using the car to cheer them on
The task have two pairs of sims chatting won’t complete, why?
Are you sure you used 2 pairs of sims (4 sims)
Do you get to keep the cat you rescue?
No, you never see the cat
All sims left the villa but it didn’t complete the task, what should I do?
Try and have all your sims not doing any action, this sometimes makes the game recognise you have completed that goal
This quest unlocks the salsa dancing hobby, does the time limit start straight away once I have completed this quest?
Yes, the time limit for the hobby starts straight away once this quest is complete, you can click no when the hobby pop up appears but this does not stop the timer going down
NOTE: the breakdancing hobby timer starts as soon as you complete the salsa dancing hobby
Sunset Mall Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Build the mall to start this quest
Does the time limit start when I click to build or once the building has complete?
Once it has finished building the quest and time limit will begin
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
How do I distract the robot?
Click on the wind up dog then once that task is complete click on the lasers
My game will not recognise I have completed the leave the mall goal, what should I do?
Try and have all your sims not doing any action, this sometimes makes the game recognise you have completed that goal
I can’t complete construction on the burger bar, why?
You need to click on the upstairs floor button at the side of the screen to see the next floor at the mall
Pretty Little Planters Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
You need to complete the sunset mall quest then build the escalator to the second floor before you can start this quest
Does the time limit start when I click to build or once the building has complete?
Once it has finished building the quest and time limit will begin
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
How do I complete the photoshoot?
You need two sims, one to wait for the photographer and the other to start the shoot
If I have the camera disabled on my device will I still be able to capture the photo of the plant?
Yes you will
Super Toddler Secret Mission Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Find the super hero at the stables to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
Do you need a toddler for this quest?
Yes you do
How do I draw a plan of action?
Buy the blackboard from the toddler section of buy mode
I don’t have the option to give cookies to a toddler, why?
Are you definitely clicking on the classic wall cabinet (costs S300 from the counter top section) with an adult sim?
It says I need an adult to share adventures, why?
An adult needs to be free to supervise the toddler in a bath
I haven’t completed the need for steed quest yet so I cannot get back to the stables, what should I do?
You will need to contact EA about this issue as you should not be able to start this quest until you have built the stables
This quest unlocks the finger painting hobby, does the time limit start straight away once I have completed this quest?
Yes, the time limit for the hobby starts straight away once this quest is complete, you can click no when the hobby pop up appears but this does not stop the timer going down
Royal Lineage Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Build the castle to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
There are no plates in the park to call to a meal, help!
Cook cheese on toast at a house and you will be able to complete this goal
How do I catch the monster fish?
You need to select the option on the fishing rod in the park until you catch it
I haven’t built the pet store yet, will the fairies still be in there when I have?
Yes they will, if you complete the quest in the time limit
What do fairies do?
They find simoleons and LPs like dogs and cats
I have brought a fairy but can’t find it, help!
It will be in a flower by your mailbox growing
This quest unlocks the archery hobby, is there a time limit for this hobby?
No there isn’t
DIY HOMES: Peaceful Patios Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Find Bree (the woman in the hard hat) in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
How do I call a cab to the DIY house?
Using a phone
I can’t complete the goal to buy outdoor decorations, why?
You need to buy from the outdoor decorations section only
How much does it cost to build a patio?
The cheapest is S3,000 for 2×1
I had all sims leave the DIY home but it didn’t complete the goal, why?
Try and have all your sims not doing any action, this sometimes makes the game recognise you have completed that goal
I have finished this quest but I can’t start the balcony quest yet, why?
You need to wait 24 hours after completing this quest before you can start the balcony quest
DIY HOMES: Lovey-Dovey Balconies Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Once you have completed the patio quest you need to wait 24 hours then you can find Bree (the woman in the hard hat) in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed and you need to complete the patio quest before you can do this one
How do I call a cab to the DIY house?
Using a phone
The goal court another sim is stuck, what can I do?
You may need to use an LP to speed up this goal
How much does it cost to build a balcony?
The cheapest is S6000 for 2×1
I had all sims leave the DIY home but it didn’t complete the goal, why?
Try and have all your sims not doing any action, this sometimes makes the game recognise you have completed that goal
I have finished this quest but I can’t start the basement quest yet, why?
You need to wait 24 hours after completing this quest before you can start the basement quest
DIY HOMES: Basement of Kings Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Once you have completed the balcony quest you need to wait 24 hours then you can find Bree (the woman in the hard hat) in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed and you need to complete the balcony quest before you can do this one
How do I call a cab to the DIY house?
Using a phone
Is it possible to complete the goal to play with a pet if I don’t own a pet?
No, you will need to build the pet store and buy a pet to complete this goal, it cannot be done at a neighbours
What pets can you use for the play with a pet goal?
Adult dogs, cats or dragons
Help! Bree is stuck in the middle of the table
Try restarting your device, this should fix the issue
Bring food to Bree gets stuck at 100%, what should I do?
You may have to use 1LP to complete this task
How much does it cost to build a basement?
The cheapest is S8000 for 2×1
I had all sims leave the DIY home but it didn’t complete the goal, why?
Try and have all your sims not doing any action, this sometimes makes the game recognise you have completed that goal
Extreme Home Takeover Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Find the real estate developer in the park to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
I can’t see the sign to read it, why?
You need to send your sim to work as a real estate agent to see the sign in front of your houses
I can’t find Lucius to become incensed, where is he?
He should appear at the house you are currently at, if not try looking around simtown for him
How do I submit my house?
This post explains how to do this in detail
Simtown Express Quest
How do I start this discovery quest?
Build the simtown express to start this quest
Why can’t I do this discovery quest yet?
You cannot do more than one discovery quest at the same time, if you are currently on another one (the list can be found here) you will not be able to do this one until that one is completed
Help! I have built the hospital before the simtown express now I cannot build the simtown express, what should I do?You will need to contact the makers so they can fix this issue for you
I can’t complete the train demonstration, why?
Thomas needs to be at the park to be able to complete this, if he isn’t, go back to the house he was last at, find him and then go back to the park. If he still doesn’t arrive at the park, click on the whistle on the simtracker to bring him there
I don’t understand the Hospital Career, can you help?
This post explains all about Profession Careers so give it a read if you are stuck
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Hey, I LOVE your blog- it’s the only guide I use to look up stuff on the game. I just got done with the Royal Lineage quest and finished it and got access to the fairies and I was wondering I’ve tried to move the flower inside by just tapping it and trying to move it and holding it down and trying to move it and I’ve even tried how you move and sell furniture to try and move it, but I cannot get it to move inside house! When I click on it it says growing and has the countdown clock of 24 hours! Is that the way it’s supposed to work or do I need to do something else? I’m playing on an iPad if that helps! Thank you so much for your awesome work!
Thanks! Sorry for the slow reply but did the fairy arrive after 24 hours?
Hey, the fairy actually did arrive after the 24 hours!! So some people may have problems with moving the flower like I did, but even if you have to leave it beside mailbox it still will arrive in 24 hours as long as the countdown clock has started! Thanks again for everything you do and all the info!
I’m glad the fairy still arrived for you!
i recently built the simtown express and now i wanna start one of the developer sites.. but they’re pretty expensive so i don’t wanna unlock a wrong one. do i get a certain apartment in the end of every developer site? or can i choose and it doesn’t matter which developer site i start?
Yes you get a certain apartment at the end of each one and you can choose anyone to start first, check out this post for information on all the events including what apartment each event unlocks: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2019/10/20/the-sims-freeplay-downtown-developer-event/
Hey I love this blog. I was just wondering if seniors can do the live crafts events?? Thanks for all the help
Thanks! Yes they can.
I love this blogggg
If I destroy a home and its full of items do I lose the items and trees and flowers? Do I have to remove them before I destroy the homer are they all sent to my inventory?
Yes you will lose them if you demolish the house, it is best to delete all the rooms first as those items will then go to your inventory.
Hello,
I just recently started playing again. Some the features are new and I’ve been trying to figure out how do I start doing the badges for the filmmaker?? It says to help 3sims and I don’t know what to do in order to do that
This post explains how the filmmaker profession works: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2017/09/02/the-sims-freeplay-profession-careers-filmmaker/
Do I need to be a specific level before I am able to do The Sim Chase?
I believe it is level 7.
Can a married couple get divorced then later get re married to each other again?
Yes that would be possible.
Yes, thank you. Seems to be a massive amount of work you’ve put into this. However one thing keeps bothering me. Life Orbs. I see a list of life dreams, like dive all day, vampire movie marathon, and so on and so forth. However the amount of points you earn are missing. It’s been very stressful trying to choose the best Life Dreams. Spending 7 or 8 hours and get 3% when going to a job would have yielded much more. Also Seniors can’t seem to take advantage working so again not knowing which life dream nets the most points is troublesome. I don’t know if other players would benefit from such a list or not. It certainly is draining a considerable amount of enjoyment from the game.
Sorry for the slow reply, I did update all my life dream lists a few months ago for you but I forgot to let you know https://thegirlwhogames.blog/sims-freeplay/personalities-and-life-dreams/
The Chocolatier hobby isn’t included in the simdex..I was wondering do you know why ?? that’s the only hobby not on the list of 46hobbies
I think this isn’t listed as you can only unlock this hobby when an event is available so those players who don’t have access to the chocolatier bench won’t be able to complete the simdex unless they added this event back to the game. Ice sculpture also isn’t listed for the same reason.
hi i would like to know about maternity packs prizes, i’ve finished the 9 day maternity before the limit, but i have not received the prizes, does it automatically sent to my inventory after the time limit or i did something wrong?
This sounds like a glitch to me. I would suggest contacting the makers to see if they can help, this post explains how to contact them if you are unsure: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2016/05/29/the-sims-freeplay-contacting-ea-firemonkeys/
I just did the last pregnancy event but because of glitches, wasn’t able to earn the prize and baby bonus. Since the event time limit is technically until the 11th June, can I start a new pregnancy event and try to earn the prize again?
I would suggest contacting the makers to see if they can help, this post explains how to contact them if you are unsure: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2016/05/29/the-sims-freeplay-contacting-ea-firemonkeys/
Hi, i’ve just built the radiology part of the hospital and so far i haven’t been able to fulfil one single request because the action keeps cancelling on its own after 20 or more minutes. sometimes I have the same issue with the cells in the police station but with that i found a way that works, however i don’t know how to avoid this at the hospital, i tried staying with the sim the whole time, and leaving him alone, but nothing works.
I have passed on this to the makers so they are aware of the issue but I would suggest contacting them yourself to see if they can help, this post explains how to contact them if you are unsure: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2016/05/29/the-sims-freeplay-contacting-ea-firemonkeys/
The makers have asked for your player level and device type so they can see if they can replicate this glitch and work out why it is happening.
Hi,
Re: sporty life dream
I can’t comment on the life dreams and legacies page but I noticed that an additional longest option for the toddler appears:
“Swim a marathon”
It’s the same length as “play pirates (300 XP)” but gives more XP, at 1093 xp.
Noticed the option only appears when that life dream is selected. Had another toddler without life dreams try and it did not show up for them.
Could be good to note.
Thank you so much for letting me know this! I have updated the post as you also earn slightly more % on most of the orbs too with this option compared to the play pirates one. Thanks again!
I just had one of my adult sims reach good friends with a preteen sim, and one of the options read “Ask to Adopt”. I tapped it, and suddenly the preteen sim became the adult sim’s son. I know teen sims can move in with adult sims if the relationship is high enough, but this is a whole new discovery for me. Is this a new interaction or a glitch?
This isn’t a glitch- if a baby, toddler, preteen or teen are living alone they can be adopted by an adult or senior sim if the relationship is high enough.
The game told me that my keys can be spent on the active task tab. I can’t find anything there that offers me the option to make a purchase with a key. What an I missing?
If you click on your weekly tasks goal you will see the option ‘mystery box shop’ (it will flash between that and an image of a gift, click this to spend your keys. This post explains this in more detail: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2015/03/09/the-sims-freeplay-weekly-tasks-and-mystery-box-shop/
Thank you so much! I see it now that I know where to look. Your page is the most useful resource when playing Sims FreePlay. 💙
I have had “life orbs” for each endeavor on the island. The only thing I was able to build fully was the beach. The dog park, arcade, and carnival will not allow me to finish building even though I have the life orbs to do so.
Any suggestions? Is there a step I’m missing?
Do you have the different types of orbs? You won’t be able to build the dog park without animal fanatic orbs, the arcade without geeky orbs and the carnival without entertainer orbs.
Hey, is there any way to change the style of the lots? I’m having to buy and build new house to get a different lot. Is there a quest or anything I can do to get new ones? ☺️
Some live events give different lot styles but there isn’t an empty lot in different styles.
Can you teach us how to fire, delete or make your cafe worker actually quit their job in midtown cafe?
There is no way to fire or delete them but if they have enough stress events they will eventually quit but it can take some time: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2022/07/22/the-sims-freeplay-guide-to-midtown-cafe/
Do you have to have people present for the make a double pulled pork sandwich using a neighbor’s grill quest for the quest to be complete I’ve done this task twice and Idk how to complete it !!!???
You only need your sim there, does it say whether you need to make it at the park?
Hello! I think u made a mistake! U can get limited-time prizes if u miss them. Just open a rare gift box; u may get a limited prize. I missed the 2 story quest prize; when i opend a rare gift box i get the prize!
You don’t get all limited time prizes if you miss them, it is possible to get some in mystery boxes but it is random.
I completed tumbleweed terrace and i dont care to spend more SP for dusty dwelling. What happens if i take my sweet time to complete the daily quest. Will i still get the house template for the lot at the end i dont care for the zesty prizes
You will still get the house template for dusty dwelling even if you don’t complete in time however the house templates in the next neighbourhood (Palm Promenade) are the zesty prizes so you would need to complete in time to get those.
Can you help with why my nurse sim can’t get to level 9? I completed level 8 a while ago but it is stuck. I am trying to build the ward and I have all the resources to build it and all the badges for level 8 but he never progressed to 9 so I’m confused
Is the level up bar full too?
How do I unlock new cars? There’s not a lot of cars to pick, how do I unlock more of them in the car shop?
This post lists all the cars available and how to unlock them: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2014/09/17/the-sims-freeplay-car-dealership-and-driving/
One of my sims has a life dream that she wants to watch fish in a fish tank, but I can’t figure out how to get a fish tank. As far as I can tell, they were only sold on the online store but there isn’t a way to get them anymore. I was wondering if there was a way to get a fish tank or a house template with a fish tank so I could complete her life dream.
This is true, I have passed on the suggestion to add a base game fish tank so players can complete this, hopefully they will!
In Sims freeplay I can’t seem to place the dog on the cross lol do u know how
Click on the x to get the option.
Why do my sims at the mall on escalator going upstairs come through the floor and not come up all the way on escalator. They come through the floor
I’ve passed this on, can your sims access the upper floor or do they get stuck?
I completed my pirate and his goddess quest in two days, but I did not receive my eyepatch‘s are tattoos. What should I do?
I would suggest you contact the makers to see if they can fix this issue for you, this post explains how to contact them if you are unsure: https://thegirlwhogames.blog/2016/05/29/the-sims-freeplay-contacting-ea-firemonkeys/
For thee career hobbies/ politician does the soapbox speech length add the same or more time depending on how long the speech is? I hope that made sense.
The longer the option, the more it will increase their level.
Hi I came from your gaining lps quickly by cooking post and I wanted to ask if there’s a way I could stop gaining the same object in a collection or if it’s just a game of patience? I have two sims on the cooking hobby, one’s level 4 and the other level 5, I get them to cook as often as possible with one cooking while the other is at work, but I’m still only gaining a new thing in 1 in 10 cooked meals. This is also the first time doing the collection and I don’t usually clean up the cooked dishes afterwards incase those affect it. I also tend to do longer meals (like the chicken salad or the quiche) so I don’t check it as often and I don’t know if that affect it either.
Thanks!
SummerGirl12
Unfortunately patience is key with this hobby, you are more likely to complete it quicker with the cheese and toast option but that is just because you have more tries at getting the different collectibles. Getting to level 6 for the first time is probably what will take the longest but once you have done that you should be able to complete the collection quite easily.
If I pay to unlock household items with real money from the store do I still have to pay for each item with sim money?
Thanks
🙏
Yes it will still cost to place each item
Hello, I saw someone else post about this problem on a different area of your website, but that area is closed for comments. They said they were losing simoleons and LP. I’m probably losing simoleons too, but what really annoys me is that the game is literally eating my LP. I had over 200 LP and every time I closed the game, I would lose more. I now have 0 LP! I actually contacted EA and they said they are aware of the problem, but they don’t know what is causing it, and they won’t do anything about it until they do (so I can’t use LP at all). I was wondering if you’ve experienced this? Or have any idea what is causing it? I know it’s a long shot, but I’m so annoyed, and EA doesn’t seem to care at all. Either way, thanks for this blog and all the great walkthroughs! Please enjoy a coffee on me!❤️
That is very strange! Can I have your player ID and the device you are playing on so I can pass this on to the makers to look into for you? (I won’t post your player ID on here!)
Oh thank you so much!
I’m picking a life dream for my teen sim and I can’t find the snowboarding option. Is that no longer an option for teen sims?
I am still getting the snowboarding option for my teen sims.