Getting Started Scenario: Summer Shoals

Can you save Summer Shoals? Learn the basics of city management by completing this step-by-step tutorial.

Jumping into the seat of a small town mayor is no easy task…especially when your predecessor didn’t know what they were doing. Such is the situation in Summer Shoals, a quaint seaside community with big problems. The previous mayor has been run out of town and you’ve been brought in to clean up the mess.

When you first start SimCity , you’re prompted to play through this short scenario, which takes you through a step-by-step process of getting Summer Shoals on the right track. In addition to familiarizing you with the basic controls, the tutorial also covers the fundamentals of establishing and maintaining a functional city.

Here you’ll learn the importance of connecting your city to the region’s highway as well as providing vital utilities and city services. The scenario also touches on the interaction between neighboring cities in the region, giving you a glimpse at the nearby city of Lucky Shores.

Overall, spending some time in Summer Shoals is a great idea whether you’re a SimCity veteran or a rookie. The lessons learned here will carry over to your own cities, serving as a cautionary tale of what happens when a mayor neglects his or her duties.