EA's flagship mobile city builder, with the modded build adding unlimited Simoleons, SimCash, and Golden Keys so you can zone, build, and upgrade without the freemium grind.
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What is SimCity BuildIt
SimCity BuildIt is the mobile entry in Electronic Arts' long-running city-building series. You start with an empty plot, lay down roads, zone residential blocks, and keep your Sims happy by supplying power, water, sewage, fire, police, and a steady flow of manufactured goods. As your population climbs, new districts, landmarks, and specializations open up, and the city slowly grows from a few houses into a sprawling metropolis.
The core loop is part logistics puzzle, part economy. Factories produce raw materials, commercial buildings turn those into finished goods, and you trade the surplus at the Global Trade HQ to fund the next round of upgrades. It is free to download, but progress runs on two soft currencies, Simoleons and SimCash, plus Golden Keys earned from disaster cleanups and events. Buying those with real money is how the official game makes its revenue.
That paywall is exactly where the modded build comes in. It hands you the currencies up front so you can focus on the planning and design side of the game rather than waiting on timers or topping up your wallet.
Key features
App info
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts (modded build)
- Package ID
com.ea.game.simcitymobile_row- Version
- 1.78.1.13772656
- Updated
- May 2026
- Size
- ~263 MB
- Android floor
- Android 7.0 and above
- Architecture
- arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a
- Category
- Simulation, City builder
- Content rating
- Everyone
What this mod offers
The modified build of SimCity BuildIt 1.78.1.13772656 front-loads the in-game economy. Instead of grinding for currency or buying it, you start with the resources you need to build the city you have in your head.
- Unlimited Simoleons.
The primary currency for roads, services, and building upgrades is topped up, so the core build loop never stalls on cash.
- Unlimited SimCash.
The premium currency used to skip timers and buy specialty items is available without a purchase, removing the main paywall.
- Golden Keys stocked.
The event currency for beachfront and mountain region buildings is supplied, opening up the specialization content earlier.
- No forced wait timers.
With currency on hand, you can speed up production and construction instead of watching countdowns or coming back hours later.
- Ad-free building.
The optional reward ads that interrupt the official free version are stripped out for a cleaner session.
- Full design freedom.
Treat the game as a creative sandbox, laying out districts and landmarks without the usual freemium pacing limits.
How to install
SimCity BuildIt is a large download, so connect to Wi-Fi and clear a little space before you start. The sideload itself is the standard Android flow.
- Download the APK file
Tap the download button on this page. The roughly 263 MB file lands in your default Downloads folder.
- Allow installs from this source
Open Settings, search for
Install unknown apps, find your browser or file manager, and toggle the permission on. - Open the downloaded APK
Tap the file in Downloads. Android's package installer opens and lists the permissions the game needs.
- Tap Install and wait
Confirm the install. The larger package takes a moment to unpack, so let the progress bar finish before launching.
- Launch and check your balances
Open the game and skip any sign-in prompt if you want a fresh save. Your Simoleons, SimCash, and Golden Keys should already be stocked.
Mod APK vs Play Store
| What you get | Mod APK | Play Store |
|---|---|---|
| Simoleons and SimCash | Stocked up front | Earned slowly or bought |
| Golden Keys | Supplied | From cleanups and events |
| Build and production timers | Easy to skip | Real-time waits |
| Reward ads | Removed | Optional for bonuses |
| Auto updates and cloud save | Manual | Handled by Google Play |
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FAQ
- Is SimCity BuildIt free to play?
- Yes. The official SimCity BuildIt from Electronic Arts is free to download and you can play the whole game without paying. Simoleons, SimCash, and Golden Keys can be bought with real money to speed things up, which is what the modded APK on this page makes free instead.
- What is the difference between the official version and the modded APK?
- The official build on Google Play runs on earned and purchasable currency with real-time wait timers. The modded APK supplies Simoleons, SimCash, and Golden Keys up front, removes reward ads, and lets you skip most timers so you can build freely.
- Will the mod work without root?
- Yes. The SimCity BuildIt mod installs as a normal APK and does not require a rooted device. You only need to allow installs from unknown sources for your browser or file manager.
- What Android version do I need?
- SimCity BuildIt 1.78.1.13772656 runs on Android 7.0 and above, on both arm64-v8a and armeabi-v7a devices. A more recent phone handles the larger maps and busier cities more smoothly.
- How big is the download?
- The APK is roughly 263 MB. The game also downloads additional assets on first launch, so leave a little extra storage free and install over Wi-Fi.
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