Snowy Escape SimGuru/Maxis-Sourced Info

Gameplay

Snow activities

Breathe in that fresh mountain air and start working on your Sim's rock climbing, skiing, and snowboarding skills. They'll want to level up if they ever intend to explore anything bigger than the easy practice courses. Once they’ve gotten the hang of it, take the gondola up to the bigger ski runs and the climbing routes to the peak. Even wipeouts look cool up there… probably. But when Sims get really good, show off with a light-up board and the chicest snow gear.

It’s not just for adults, either. Children can ski and snowboard on the less challenging trails while parents take their toddlers sledding! It’s snow fun for everyone. - blog post

Livestream:
- Bunny slope is for starting out in skiing & snowboarding skills.
- Don't have to wait for Toddlers to climb to the top of the slope for Sledding - Sims will carry them.
- Different ranks of slopes and ski/snowboard intensity
- Don't have to buy skiis/boards. Auto-rental costs, will get sore after a while (SimGuruPJ)
- can purchase from vending machine near gondola (SimGuruPJ)
- get cool equipment through skill (SimGuruPJ)
- lower intensity is safer, higher intensity have more exciting moves (SimGuruPJ)
- Can choose to video your skiing/snowbaording, upload it, get fame (SimGuruThomas)
- Snow Bros have perks, interactions, can endure injuries, hype up for energy (SimGuruThomas)

SNOWBOARDING AND DOWNHILL SKIING

The way a Sim travels down a slope varies, and they may take a different route each time, adding to the immersion of the game. - Screenrant, based on Maxis presentation

SLEDDING

team up with another Sim on the sleds - store page

Other activities
HIKING

Even the hiking trails just outside of town offer something new every time. Explore bamboo forests, pause to reflect at the graveyard, or visit the mountain temple with friends to get the full experience. - blog post

unwind with a meditative hike through bamboo forests to take control of your emotions and find your zen - store page

The sign at the trailhead lays out all the different places you can visit, and there’s so much to see along the way. Once you’ve chosen a destination, take it easy and relax into the moment with each other. The best part about hiking is being together with friends and family. ... Denkimushi aka electric bugs. She forgot her spray, so she kinda… got zapped. She's still a bit mad at me for leading her through that area unprepared, but she'll come around. Probably. - Gameplay blog

A hike can be "meditative or energetic" - Gameplay blog

Livestream:
- includes hiking together, hiking to specific locations, trail jogging, meditative walking, which can get Sim into emotionally mindful state.
- "Hiking with" is social, builds relationships, take selfies at spots, check trail maps.
- Can leave wish at one board.
- Before you go, can get Daily Wildlife Report at an info board

CLIMBING AND EXCURSIONS

Build their rock climbing skill and challenge your Sim to reach the mountain peak during daring, sometimes dangerous excursions. - key features

The Summit

... beginner’s climbing course in Yukimatsu! If you want to head up to the peak of Mt. Komorebi, you’re going to need those skills. Group excursions usually start at the onsen ... Dress warmly and bring a few snacks to tide you over.

Take the gondola up to the top of the ski slopes, where you’ll find the first climbing obstacle. After that, there’s a series of challenges awaiting you. ... Rest at the base camps along the way... There are caves and other surprises on the way up. (For instance, you might find a secluded little spot for a quick Woo-Hoo up there—something about life-and-death danger really gets some Sims going. ?)

Don’t undertake this excursion lightly, though! The weather gets worse the higher you climb, and you may end up caught in a thundersnow storm. Yes, you read that right. They’re intense blizzards that take place in the middle of a thunderstorm. And with the lightning and the booming and the wind… it gets really dangerous while you’re clinging to the side of a cliff for dear life. And if you fall from these heights… it doesn’t bear thinking about. Just be careful. - Gameplay blog

Livestream:
- Climbing routes are spread throughout this world. Beginner one is near the slopes.
- Diff. styles of climbing and difficulties at diff. skill levels (SimGuruNickP)
- Diff. difficulty from wall heights (SimGuruNickP)
- Inspecting wall gives sense of chance of success (SimGuruNickP)
- Practice: repeatedly climb up and back again (SimGuruNickP)
- Courageous approach takes more risk, can gain more skill (SimGuruNickP)

https://twitter.com/SimGuruGeorge/status/1322308279427452928

Mountain Climb Excursion social event
Livestream:
- takes place in multiple locations
- Excursions can change from trip to trip
- Weather conditions can affect climbing success, e.g., ice
- Caves might include treasure, tents won't always be there, weather can vary, what's in the Ice Cave could vary e.g., hermit (SimGuruJessica)
- Base Camp 1 brings new set of event goals
- At each excursion section, you can get rewards and other incentives (SimGuruJessica)
- Mountaintop lot can be edited but isn't accessed from the map

Wildlife Encounters
Livestream:
- incl. Giant Hornets, Denkimushi (dangerous critters that shock people), Bats (which can injure you)
- Vending machines sell defences, salves and balms

Getting Injured
Livestream:
- Injuries stack, can prevent mountain excursion success
- from Vending machines, rock climbing, bats, skiing/snowboarding

ONSEN BATHHOUSE

Hit up the the onsen bathhouse to soak your Sim’s problems (and injuries!) away. Is there anything better than watching the steam rise into the cold night above after a long day? - blog post

natural hot springs - store page

Livestream:
- new venue type
- Sims may notice if you don't follow etiquette of showering before entering Hot Springs

Re. the showering rule:
https://twitter.com/SimGuruAzure/status/1322273054370590720
https://twitter.com/SimGuruPJ/status/1322282346842787840

Re. swimsuits in the shower:
https://twitter.com/SimGuruAzure/status/1322299640297922561


FESTIVALS
- mentioned in the quiz

In Wakaba:

If you’re traveling with kids, make sure to hit up the Festival of Youth in the main plaza. Kids will love meeting Yamachan, the town mascot, and joining the Voidcritter Hunt. While they’re off doing that, you can check out the vending machine collectibles or try the festival-exclusive character crepes, too! - Gameplay blog

In Senbamachi:

Festival of Lights to admire the beauty around you. This tradition helps us remember the dead and celebrate the light. In the evening, there are fireworks, and you can watch the lanterns float along the river. Remember to make a wish for the future at the tanabata tree. - Gameplay blog

From the Livestream:
- Festival of Youth includes Voidcritter Hunt for Children - Get 10 and go back to the mascot! (SimGuruPopcorn)
- Each festival has a unique Vending Machine
- Festival of Snow includes paper lanterns on river, fireworks, new food stalls with new recipes, vending machine with new clothes
- Info boards show when next festival is