On The Case: Heir of Mystery

Sul Sul…

Something isn’t adding up in SimTown. Whispers are spreading faster than wildfire, polite smiles are slipping, and more than a few Sims are suddenly very eager to defend their version of events.

Heir of Mystery opens the first chapter of a case that will continue to unfold across the next three updates. Your Sims are invited to a sprawling countryside estate where wealth, inheritance, and long-held grudges sit just beneath the surface.

As alibis shift and new clues emerge, you will question motives, uncover secrets, and decide who can truly be trusted. In this story, details matter, and every Sim has something to hide.

Before we step into the mystery…

Alongside this update, we’re launching the Livin’ Large Town Expansion, a permanent upgrade to progression, Sim capacity, store upgrades, and Town Map rewards.

If you’d like the full breakdown of what’s changing and how it works, you can read more about Livin’ Large here.

Now… back to the case.

The Case Begins at the Manor

The old Landgraab estate is elegant, opulent, and full of unanswered questions. From locked rooms to lingering glances, every corner hints at a story waiting to be uncovered. Across a series of live events, your Sims step into the role of investigator, piecing together clues and deciding who can truly be trusted.

A Look Worth Inheriting…

Dress your Sims in refined, old-money fashion with the Manor Heiress Look. This polished outfit arrives as a gift in your inbox throughout the first week of the update, delivered in four elegant variations that perfectly suit estate life, from afternoon tea to quiet interrogations.

Each variation is available to claim for 48 hours and keep forever.

Here’s what’s coming to light…

Craft Challenge: Mystery in the Manor

Elegant décor fills the estate, but not everything is as it seems. Restore refined rooms and polished interiors while subtle clues emerge along the way. The more you craft, the more questions begin to surface.

SimChase: SimTown P.I.

This case isn’t yours alone. A rival investigator has appeared, and they’re determined to stay one step ahead. Race through offices and leads as the investigation grows more crowded and trust becomes harder to place.

SimChase: A Game of Crime

Suspicion simmers in the manor’s game room, where polite play turns into risky business. As Sims gather around polished tables, sharp glances and hidden motives come to light. Some games are more dangerous than they appear.

Influence Island: Misdeeds on the Green

The estate gardens are pristine, perhaps too pristine. As conversations unfold among trimmed hedges and quiet paths, doubts begin to grow. Influence your way through hushed exchanges and uneasy truths as the mystery takes a new turn.

Other stories are unfolding across SimTown…

Quest: HANS ON!

Professor Hans Free’s ambitious Home Automation Network System aka HANS, is making its return to SimTown. Designed to modernize everyday living, HANS offers control over light color, light dimming, and streamlining of other chores as it brings smart technology into your Sims' homes

But as with any ambitious experiment, things don’t go entirely according to plan. Help guide Hans through the challenges of launching his system and unlock the Home Automation Network System, along with both Freestanding and Built-In Dishwashers, to add a little high-tech convenience to your household once again.

Influence Island: An Inheri-Tense Situation

A long-lost relative has vanished, leaving behind a valuable collection and a line of eager bidders ready to claim it. Influence your way through tense conversations and raised eyebrows to prove you’re the rightful heir before Ben E. Ficiary seals the deal.

Craft Challenge: Fresh Fruiternity

Bring a splash of playful charm into your home with fruit-filled décor that celebrates spring in style. From citrus-patterned walls to cozy furniture trimmed with juicy details, this challenge is all about bold colour, lighthearted design, and a home that feels ripe with personality.

Craft Challenge: Glamorous Getaway

Turn everyday living into something a little more indulgent. Craft modern glam interiors with marble finishes, statement lighting, sleek furnishings, and polished décor that feels perfectly suited for Sims who enjoy the finer things.

Influence Island: Lullaby Loft

Create a calm, elevated space designed for rest and relaxation. Soft lighting, limewashed walls, cozy textures, and gentle motion come together to create a loft where your Sims can slow down, sway gently, and unwind in comfort.

Influence Island: Tranquil Retreat

Step into a space of quiet luxury and self-care. With soothing water features, arched accents, and carefully curated furnishings, this retreat offers a peaceful escape where beauty, balance, and calm take center stage.

SimChase: Spouse Showdown!

Wedding bells are ringing, but someone’s trying to outshine the happy couple. Race through this high-stakes showdown to unlock elegant wedding décor, bold fashion, and dramatic finishing touches that prove your Sims know how to make an entrance.

Complete Event List*

This is only the beginning

The case opened in Heir of Mystery won’t be resolved overnight. It unfolds across three connected updates, beginning here. New locations, new characters, and new twists will reshape what you think you know.

For now, keep your eyes open, your notes close, and your suspicions closer.

When everyone has an alibi, the truth has a habit of hiding in plain sight.

Dag Dag!

FAIR PLAY

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*Join us as we kick off a brand-new series, On The Case, with its first update Heir of Mystery, live from 2:30 AM UTC on March 3rd (it may take up to 24 hours to appear in your app store).

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