Unlocking Plathinum and Ironyum in The Sims 4's Blast from the Past Event
The Sims 4's Blast from the Past event continues its quest-driven reward system. This guide focuses on efficiently locating Plathinum and Ironyum, crucial resources for the "Inventing the Past" questline (part of Week 2's "Echoes of Time").
Fortunately, acquiring these materials is straightforward. The method mirrors the Special Time Capsule retrieval:
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Locate Dig Sites: Find areas with rocks and dirt mounds, such as parks.
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Pause and Scan: Pause the game to carefully examine the environment for diggable spots.
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Excavate: Interact with the mounds to begin digging. Multiple attempts may be necessary.
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Reward: Persistent digging will yield Plathinum and Ironyum, unlocking the next quest stage (building the Time Travel Component).
Tip: If dig sites are scarce, speeding up in-game time can accelerate their generation. However, avoid prolonged time acceleration to prevent missing digging opportunities.
All Blast from the Past Event Rewards
With two weeks remaining after Week 2, players are nearing the event's conclusion. Here's a summary of the rewards:
- Week 1: Retro Deco Phone Set, Relevart Time Walkers, The Yesterday Set floor tiles, The Future’s So Bright “Sun” Glasses, The Fun-Fun Inflatable Set, Part One
- Week 2: Get Up! Alarm Clock, Be “The Emit” full body outfit, Bigger Gatherings Banquet, The Relevart Neck Stabilizer bow tie
- Week 3: The Fun-Fun Inflatable Set, Part Two, Dina Caliente’s LBD, New Retro Station Songs, Sticky Fingers aspiration
- Week 4: Surprise Birthday Cake, The ElectroDance Floor
While there's some leeway due to the extended event duration, dedicated players can aim for early completion.
This concludes the guide on obtaining Plathinum and Ironyum. For future updates and event information, consult the 2025 roadmap for The Sims 4.
The Sims 4 is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
