As we've mentioned in our launch day review, EA and Maxis' The Sims Mobile [Free] is a much better iteration on the popular series's formula than its previous mobile outing. Still, like most other games similar in style and formula, there are quite a few freemium underpinnings to wade through. We've put in the time and effort to get through as much of the game as possible in order to provide some general tips and tricks as to how you can enjoy developing your Sims while spending as little money as possible.

 
Always Keep Your Sims Doing Something

This is a good tip to start with because with all the different activities and screens that your Sims may be on, it's pretty easy to forget whether or not they are done with something. Always keep an eye on their status and if you see a big checkmark on their name that means that they've completed their task and are ready for a new one. Another thing you'll need to come track of are your Sims individual energy meters. Completing tasks during activities will lower the overall timer of the activity. So, you'll want to use that energy as much as you can to cut down on the timers. Another important thing to consider is that you can start an activity even with no energy -- you just want be able to do any tasks until it replenishes. To that end, keep an eye out on tasks around your home that replenish energy (such as taking a shower or nap). Each one of these tasks will provide some energy back to your Sim instantly and are on the...