5 Virtual Beggar Tips and Tricks In 2026

There are several things that you can do that’ll make the game easier. We’ll be going over some of them below.

1. Tap With As Many Fingers As Possible

Tapping is the most important aspect of the game—it’s how you earn money and you’ll need it to buy different things such as offices and power ups. The more you tap, the more money you’ll get. That way, you’ll progress through the game faster. Given that, you want to do everything you can to tap as quickly as possible, even if it means using all of your fingers.

Personally, we recommend tapping with two or three fingers as it won’t be much different than tapping with one finger. Of course, you can use more, if you want to. If anything, it might just take some getting used to as it may feel a bit clunky.

2. Get All the Coin Upgrades First

There are various types of upgrades that you can get in the game, each of which has its own perks. For example, there are upgrades for the Pets & Places tab that’ll allow you to get different pets and rides, the latter of which will send you to different areas of the map.

Before you get all that, however, you want to focus on the coin upgrades. After all, that’s what the game is about—getting money. By upgrading the coin category, you’ll be able to earn more money with each tap. Not only that but you can also boost the Passive Coin Upgrades. If anything, it’s super helpful as it’ll allow you to earn cash even when you’re not tapping the screen.

As a general rule, you want to go for the most profitable upgrades first. Ultimately, you want to get them while they’re still affordable (the pricing for all the upgrades will go up as you play the game).

3. Go For the Power-Ups Next

The second thing that you want to focus on are the power-ups. There are four types: Rush Hour, Payday, Coin Cannon, and XP Boost.

Rush Hour: Will drastically increase the rate at which people throw money on the ground. Not only that but it can also be upgraded to increase the speed at which passer bys walk, the length that the power-up lasts, and the value of the coins received. We recommend focusing on this first as it’ll become less profitable as you progress through the game.

Payday: Power-ups that drop from floating balloons. When active, they’ll significantly increase the amount of coins earned by workers. It doesn’t affect the amount made from tapping on the screen nor does it have an effect on the money made from Change on Tour. We recommend using Payday with workers with high coins-per-minute (CPM).

Coin Cannon: A rapid-fire coin launcher that requires one finger to use. Can be upgraded to increase the number of coins and experience points received (it will multiply the amount of coins by 1000x when maxed).

XP Boost: A power-up that will multiply the amount of experience points recieved by the Beggar and Workers (it has a worker multiplier of x120 and a beggar multiplier of x18 when maxed).

4. Work On Your Business Empire

Eventually, you’ll be able to unlock business rooms in the game, which will allow you to hire workers. This will ultimately bring you more cash. Given that, you want to unlock all of them as soon as possible (there are three rooms in total).

Be careful with who you hire, however. You want to avoid filling them with cheap and lazy workers as that’ll affect your profits. Ideally, you want to hire the more expensive workers as they tend to do a better job (each worker category has different jobs available – be sure to check them all out before hiring).

If you don’t have the cash to hire the more expensive workers, hire the ones that you can and send them to work. Remember, you can always hire them later, once you’ve got more money. To do that, simply tap on the work button from the construction menu and you’ll be able to choose the worker that you want to let go. We only recommend doing this if you can afford to replace them with a worker of higher value.

Also, don’t forget that you can also upgrade your building by purchasing more floors. To do that, all you have to do is tap on the top of your building.

5. Buy the Motel As Soon As You Get

The motel is a step up from the alley in that its inhabitants are wealthier than those in the alley. In other words, you’ll earn more money. That’s why you want to unlock it as soon as possible.

To do that, you’ll need 65,000 coins. It’s a hefty amount, especially at the beginning of the game, so you’ll want to save up. Having said that, you want to wait until after you’ve maxed out all of your coin multipliers and have hired three workers for your business. Any sooner, and it won’t do you any good.

Once you’ve got that out of the way, however, the motel is a must as it’ll unlock a ton of new options. To get it, tap on the shop button on the bottom left-hand corner of the home screen. From there, you’ll see different categories. Choose the one with the little animals and it’ll give you the option to purchase the motel.

6. Avoid Buying Clothes In the Game

If you’ve clicked around the menu, you’ll notice that you can buy clothes—ones that’ll change your appearance. Unless you have a ton of money, we don’t recommend spending coins on these items as it’ll only put you behind in the game. There are tons of other things that you want to spend your money on instead, such as power-ups.

And anyway, there will be opportunities where you can change your appearance for free later on as you continue to play the game. Some will also be available for a price. At the end of the day, it all depends on your level and achievements in the game.

7. Get a Pet When You Can

Once you’ve gotten all the necessary upgrades, you can start investing in pets. Not only are they cute, but they’ll make passersby drop more money. Combine that with rush hour and it can greatly increase your earnings. Keep in mind, however, that they’re only active when you’re in the game; they won’t do anything unless you’re collecting money dropped by people.

To get a pet, tap on the Shop button. There are six types of animals that you can get: Cat, Dog, Bunny, Pig, Hamster, and Turtle, the last of which is the most expensive at 2.25 million coins. They all have their own “golden” counterparts as well that you can get for VC. While they’re quite pricey, some of them can make a big difference in terms of VC income. Take the golden turtle, for example, it can easily triple or quadruple the amount of VC you earn during your work shift.

8. Avoid Training Your Workers/Playing Pong

The library is accessible as soon as you start playing the game. It has four main features: Pong, BegChat, Virtual Stacker, and Books.

Pong: Allows you to play the hit classic game with a AI player. To play, you must pay a certain amount, which will depend on how far you are in the game. The prize money will be double that number. For example, if you bet 25K, the winnings will be 50K. You can play up to three times a day.

BegChat: An online chatroom where you can talk with other players online. Players can also gift virtual cards to other players. Not only that but they can also invite them to their garage. You must have WiFi in order to use the feature.

Virtual Stacker: A stacking mini-game where you can win virtual cards and coins (the former is fixed while the latter will depend on game progress). The first play is free, after that, it will cost five VCs each time.

Books: A table with books in the library where you can “train” your workers by getting them to study. This will increase their level quickly. Simply click on the books and a menu will come up allowing you to set them to study. There are three types of “studies” to choose from: Study, Study Hard, and Book Marathon, each of which has different costs.

Unless you’re a pro at pong, we don’t recommend playing the game as it can be quite difficult and if you don’t win, all you’ll be doing is losing money. Also, you may want to avoid the books area unless you have extra cash. You’ll need to spend money in order to use the feature, after all, which makes little sense, especially at the beginning stages, seeing as how your workers will get experience anyway from working.

9. Getting Virtual Cards

Virtual cards (VCs) are a second type of currency that you can get in the game. They’re harder to obtain than coins, which makes them a ‘premium’ currency’. And there are several things that you can use them on. For example, if you have enough VCs, you can get golden workers, which will allow them to be carried over to succeeding playthroughs.

Not only that but you can also use them on the “Change on Tour” feature, which will allow you to send passengers to various locations—that’ll allow you to earn more virtual cards and coins (it will cost you 3 million coins to unlock the feature). And the higher level you are, the more locations will be available. You can also spend VCs to upgrade your bus speed, which will boost your overall earnings. (

If you have enough VCs, you can also get a golden pet, which will increase the amount of VCs that you’ll earn while playing. The golden turtle, in particular, is super helpful but will cost you 2000 VCs.

In terms of how to get virtual cards, you can purchase them at the Virtual Cards store for real money, or you can get them by progressing through the game. For example, you’ll get some VCs every time you complete a task or level up. You can also win them from Spin 2 Win, Animal Fever, or Scratch Cards, and be gifted them in BegChat.

10. Ultimate Donation

The game is unique in that it has an upgrade called “Ultimate Donation (UD)”, which is basically a game reset that gives you various in-game boosts. For one thing, you’ll be given three stat points for every UD (otherwise you’ll need to purchase them with virtual cards).

It’ll also boost your workers’ earnings. For example, at level one, it’ll boost their earnings by 45%. When maxed at level 60, it will increase their earnings by 5500%, which is a considerable boost, to say the least.

Another benefit is that it’ll grant a multiple to the coins that you receive as a beggar. The multiplier starts at 2x and will go up randomly (up to 8x) at level 5, after which it will increase by 1x for every level.

On top of all that, it’ll give you a percentage bonus for your bus passengers as well as an XP multiplier boost. In terms of the actual percentage, it will depend on how many ultimate donations you’ve done. The more you’ve given, the bigger the boost.

Note: You can do your first Ultimate Donation at level 43. Given all the perks involved, we recommend you do it as soon as possible (golden pets, golden employees, bus passengers, clothing, and achievements will not be affected by the reset).

Other Tips

• Avoid buying more floors until you’ve gotten expensive workers on every floor

• Don’t forget to upgrade your motivator. The longer he runs, the fewer ads you’ll have to watch to earn money

• You get a free Virtual-Stack game after every Ultimate Donation. You can use it to practice before spending VC on the game

• You can make use of the Magician Payday Strategy, which involves buying all magicians and allocating all the UD points into Workers’ Right. They have the highest CPM, which makes them super profitable, especially if you combine them with the Payday power-up

• You’ll continue to earn money even if you set your device aside—just make sure that it’s not on auto-lock and that it’s charged

• You can use the Assistive Touch feature on your iPhone to earn more coins from tapping the screen

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As of 2026, there are more than 11,000 cards in the game, and like all collectible card games, some are worth more than others.

Curious to know which? Want to know how much they’re worth? Then be sure to keep reading- we’ll be listing the top ten below!

Top 10 Most Valuable Yu-Gi-Oh Cards in 2026

Without further ado, here are the most valuable Yu-Gi-Oh cards in 2026.

10. 2002 1st Edition LOB Monster Reborn

Monster Reborn is one of the most sought-after spell cards and was originally released as a Super Rare in the first set of booster packs, Legends of Blue-Eyes White Dragon (LOB) in the spring of 2002. The code at the top right-hand corner of the description indicates that it’s card number 118 from the set.

The spell card allows you to bring back any of the monsters that have gone to either player’s graveyards. This means you can special summon your opponent’s monster against them if you wish. It’s so mighty that it’s currently included in the Forbidden and Limited Card List, with the limitation that you can only have one copy in your deck (most cards are limited to three per deck).

In May 2021, a certified mint condition 2002 LOB Monster Record card was sold for a record-breaking $6,600 on eBay. It was also a first edition card, meaning that it was one of the first to have been printed in the set.

9. 2002 1st Edition LOB Exodia the Forbidden One

If you’ve ever watched the anime, you’ll know that Exodia is an immensely powerful monster. There’s a catch, though. It’s split up into five distinct cards: Exodia the Forbidden One, Left Leg of the Forbidden One, Right Leg of the Forbidden One, Left Arm of the Forbidden One, and Right Arm of the Forbidden One.

To summon Exodia, which will allow you to win the duel automatically, you must have all five cards in your hand at the same time.

In the TCG, the five cards were initially released as Ultra Rares in LOB. For this reason, they’re limited and super hard to find.

In November 2020, a first-edition PSA GEM Mint Exodia the Forbidden One was sold for $8,000. Interestingly enough, of the other four cards, the left leg sells for the most. In October 2020, one went for over $6,600. The other limbs are noticeably lower in price, which is probably a good thing for collectors.

8. 2003 First Edition MFC Dark Magician Girl

The Dark Magician Girl is one of Yugi’s favorite cards and is adored by fans. Given that, it’s not surprising to know it’s highly valuable. A level 6 monster, it comes with 2000 attacks and 1700 defense points. She made her anime debut when Yugi faced off against Arkana, a malevolent magician, in episode 62.

First released in October 2003, it was part of the North American-only Magician’s Force (MFC) set, which had a special focus on Spellcasters. The Dark Magician Girl was later released as part of the Master Collection Volume 2 compilation set and was made available in booster packs, in October 2005.

The Dark Magician Girl is also notable in that she has been censored for her breasts being too sexually suggestive (the size of her breasts was reduced and her cleavage was completely erased when she was brought over from Japan to the West). For this reason, there are several variants of her artwork. It’s the original, however, that fetches the highest price.

In November 2020, a PSA Gem Mint first edition Dark Magician Girl card was sold for $9,100.

7. 2002 First Edition Red-Eyes Black Dragon

The Red-Eyes Black Dragon is a powerhouse with 2400 attack and 200 defense points. It’s also Joey’s signature card, which has made it a fan favorite. He used it while dueling with Yugi at the Duelist Kingdom tournament, albeit under Malik’s control.

In fact, it was his popularity that spawned the release of the Starter Deck Joey (SDJ) in 2003. Unsurprisingly, the Red-Eyes Black Dragon was made available as the deck’s opening card. However, the Red-Eyes Black Dragon was available even before then, in Legends of Blue-Eyes White Dragon (LOB), as an Ultra Rare.

In October 2020, a flawless version of the card sold for nearly $10,000. Not long afterward, a first-edition copy of the 2002 original fetched more than $11,000. Needless to say, you might have to spend some money (potentially five digits) if you want to add such a card to your collection.

Fortunately, the later releases are much easier to get for those who aren’t worried about the first edition status.

6. 2008 Doomcaliber Knight From the Shonen Jump Championships Series

Shonen Jump created a series of North American tournaments called the Shonen Jump Championships in 2004. In total, seven different cards were handed out as prizes at the tournaments, including the Doomcaliber Knight. Seeing as how only a couple of the cards were given out each time, it’s easy to see why they’re so rare- and pricey.

The Doomcaliber Knight was the sixth tournament exclusive to be handed out. Between 2008 and 2009, only 68 copies were given away.

Despite being a four-star monster, it has 1900 attack and 1800 defense points, making it a powerhouse for players. Not only that but because it’s level four, you can normal summon it directly from your hand; you don’t need to sacrifice any monsters. It also comes with a quick effect- one that negates the effect of and destroys one of your foe’s monsters.

In March 2021, a PSA Near-Mint Doomcaliber Knight from the Shonen Jump Championships sold for more than $15,000. Given how rare and scarce they are, we wouldn’t be surprised if a mint version of the card fetched an even higher sum.

5. 2004 Cyber-Stein from the Shonen Jump Championship Series

Cyber-Stein is special in that it was the first-ever prize card to be handed out at the Shonen Jump Championships between 2004 and 2005. In total, it was given out in nine different tournaments, the first being the GenCol SoCal, a regional version of Gen Con which took place in Anaheim, California.

Two of these rare cards were given away at each tournament, with 18 copies released in total. Several years later, two extra copies were given out as prizes at the 2008 Costa Mesa Shonen Jump Championships, with one embedded with lucite, a special material for display. An additional 126 copies were released as part of a promotional event called Upper Deck Day in early 2009.

In other words, less than 150 copies of this rare card were made, making it one of the more expensive cards of all time.

A level 2 monster, it comes with a quick effect that lets you special summon any fusion monster from your deck as long as you pay 5000 life points. For this reason, players can only have one copy in their deck at a time.

In October 2020, a PSA GEm Mint copy of the card fetched over $30,000. Another copy sold for a similar amount not long afterward.

4. 2007 Crush Card Virus From the Shonen Jump Championships

Crush Card Virus was the fourth card to be given out at the Shonen Jump Championships. In total, only 40 copies were released between January and July 2007. As with Cyber-Stein, two additional copies were distributed at the 2008 Costa Mesa Shonen Jump Championships, one of which came with lucite. Another three (potentially more) were released accidentally at a sneak preview event, which brings the total to 46.

Unlike some of the other cards on our list, it’s not a monster card, but a trap card. Its use has also caused some confusion over the years as its description has been changed four times since it first come out. Put simply, the Crush Card Virus allows you to destroy high-attack monsters on your opponent’s field as well in their hand.

Given how powerful it is, it was included in the Yu-Gi-Oh Banlist for many years- that is, players weren’t allowed to use the card in official duels. Nowadays, however, you can have up to three in your deck as its effects have been balanced out.

In June 2020, a PSA Gem Mint version of the card sold for nearly $50,000. To date, only two copies of this rare card have ever been sold on the PSA website.

3. 2003 1st Edition LOB Dark Magician

The Dark Magician boasts 2500 attack and 2100 defense points and is Yugi’s signature card. A level 7 spellcaster, he’s one of the most powerful monsters in the trading card game. Given that, it’s not surprising to know that he’s also one of the most valuable.

As it is, the most sought-after version is the red variant, owned by Arkana, who made her debut in episode 60 of the anime. In the show, both duelists dueled with Dark Magicians but it was Yugi’s Dark Magician who defeated Arkana’s after combining the effect of his Dark Magician Girl, which gave the spellcasters an extra 600 attack points.

In June 2021, a version edition of the red variant of the Dark Magician sold for a staggering $85,000. Similar to the Red-Eyes Black Dragon, it was originally released as an Ultra Rare in the Legend of Blue Eyes White Dragon set.

Yugi’s classic purple Dark Magician was also released as the opening card of the Yugi Starter Deck in 2002. As for Yugi’s Dark Magician, it was available only as a Dark Duel Stories promotional card, which came with the Game Boy Color game Yu-Gi-Oh Dark Duel Stories in 2002. In November 2020, one of these cards fetched nearly $10,000.

2. 2002 1st Edition LOB Blue-Eyes White Dragon

As most of you probably know, the Blue-Eyes White Dragon is Kaib’s signature card. It’s also one of the strongest monsters in the Yu-Gi-Oh franchise with 3000 attack and 2500 defense points. A level 8 monster, it requires the player to sacrifice two tributes for it to be summoned onto the field. In October 2020, a mint condition first edition sold for nearly $85,000, making it one of the most expensive Yu-Gi-Oh cards to have ever been sold.

Unsurprisingly, it was released as part of the Legends of Blue Eyes White Dragon set as an Ultra Rare Card. The artwork on the card, however, is different than the one that’s shown in the anime.

The Blue-Eyes White Dragon with the same artwork as the anime was released in March 2002 as part of, you guessed it, the Starter Deck Kaiba (SDK). And similar to the Dark Magician, the Blue-Eyes White Dragon was also given out as a promotional card with the Yu-Gi-Oh Game Boy Color Dark Duel Stories Game.

In February 2021, one of these promotional game cards fetched over $25,000.

1. Tyler the Great Warrior

In 2002, a young fan named Tyler Gressle was battling a rare type of liver cancer. Upon hearing his story, the Make-A-Wish Foundation put him in contact with 4Kids Entertainment, who agreed to let him make his own Yu-Gi-Oh card. Not only that but they also gave Gressle and his family a tour of their facility in New York and it was there that they revealed the very card he created. They also gave him his very own TYL card set code.

A level 8 monster, Tyler the Greater boasts an amazing 3000 attack and 1500 defense points. As it is, the monster’s artwork is based on Future Trunks from the Dragon Ball franchise and can be seen throwing shuriken stars.

Not only is the monster powerful but the card itself also comes with an effect in which the opponent’s life points go down each time Tyler the Great destroys and sends one of the opponent’s monsters to the graveyard.

Interestingly enough, the effect is the same as Jaden Yuki’s signature card, Elemental Hero Flame Wingman.

And for those who are wondering- there’s a happy ending to this story. Not only did Gressle survive his battle with cancer, but it was confirmed via Instagram in 2015 that he still owns Tyler the Great.

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12 Cooking Fever Tips and Tricks In 2026

Without further ado, here are some of the best tips and tricks in 2026.

1. Get 5000 Free Coins By Watching Ads

Coins are the main currency in the game. You can use them to buy new restaurants, equipment, and interior upgrades. Not only that, but you’ll also need them to compete in different tournaments and challenges, and for playing at the Casino.

As it is, the easiest way to earn coins is by playing the game and passing the various levels. For example, you’ll get coins by serving customers in restaurants, completing achievements, and participating in cooking fever challenges and tournaments. Remember, though, you won’t get any coins if you lose. You’ll also get a Welcome Back Reward for each day you return to the game (make sure you’re connected to the internet, otherwise you won’t get the coins).

If you find yourself in need of more coins, here’s a tip—you can get 5000 free coins by watching an in-game ad. To do that, click on the “5000 free” icon at the bottom left-hand side of the screen. Tap on it and a new window will come up with an ad. Watch the entire video and you’ll be able to claim the coins afterward.

Note: You may have to install another app on your device for the 5000 coin offer to show up.

2. Try to Level Up As Quickly As You Can

Leveling up is super important in the game. All you need to do is serve customers, complete achievements, and upgrade interior and kitchen items.

Not only will it earn you coins, but it’ll also earn you gems, which you’ll need to buy new restaurants, equipment, and food. That’s not all, you’ll also need them to upgrade your restaurant’s interior and to compete in Cooking Fever tournaments and challenges, and in doing so, you’ll get XP.

At the beginning of the game, you’ll only get two gems. As you level up, however, this number will go up (to a maximum of seven). The number of experience points you get will also increase. For instance, you can get up to 900 XP if you have a sushi restaurant. Keep in mind, however, that you’ll need a certain amount of XP to unlock specific types of restaurants.

If you don’t have enough experience points for a specific restaurant, you can replay some of the previous levels. You’ll also get XP by upgrading items. For instance, you’ll get 700 XP by upgrading the aquarium (you’ll need 22 gems) in a seafood restaurant.

And watch out for tasks and achievements—completing them will give you extra experience points (more on this later).

Tip: Don’t buy a new restaurant just because it’s become available. Focus on increasing your experience level. Remember, just because the restaurant is cheap to buy, doesn’t mean that it’s cheap to upgrade. You don’t want to get yourself in a situation where you can’t complete the levels because you can’t afford to upgrade your items.

3. Prepare All of Your Food Ahead of Time

Try to prepare the food before the customers come into the restaurant. You’ll have a few seconds; make good use of them. That way, you’ll already have some of the items ready, which will cut down on wait times. The last thing that you want is to have to deal with all the orders once all the customers come pouring in.

Remember, you can check the main dishes and ingredients on the kitchen table at the center. And beside it, you’ll find the stove, where you can prepare the items.

The more tabletop slots you have, the faster you’ll be able to prepare orders for customers. So make sure to prioritize that (you’ll be able to unlock more as you progress through the game). If anything, it’s especially important at the beginning as you’ll only have one grill and one frying pan available.

4. Don’t Forget to Upgrade Your Kitchen and Food Equipment

There are several reasons why you want to upgrade your food and kitchen equipment. If anything, it’s super essential if you want to progress through the game.

For starters, you’ll get coins every time you upgrade your ingredients. You can then use them to upgrade or purchase new restaurants, among other things. Not only that, but it’ll also make your equipment run faster—things like drink dispensers. And that’ll help with your popularity. As it goes up, more and more customers will return to your restaurant, often with the same orders. That way, you’ll be able to prepare their food more quickly, which will allow you to earn more coins.

Also, it’ll boost your experience level and as we mentioned earlier, it’s one of the best ways to gain coins and gems.

Tip: We recommend buying two sets of cups, plates, and pans for your restaurant. That’ll give you a better chance of completing each level.

5. Try to Complete All the Achievements

Achievements are objectives that when completed, will give you experience points, coins, and other rewards. Depending on the goal, it may be game wide or specific to a certain restaurant.

To check your available achievements, go to the main menu. Tap on the trophies icon on the bottom corner and a window will pop up. For instance, you can complete the “Winner” achievement by completing 21 levels without losing a customer; that will earn you 50 gems and 300 coins. There’s also a “Wake and Bake” achievement, which involves playing the game ten days in a row; that’ll earn you 100 gems and 500 coins.

To collect your reward, all you have to do is tap on the banner at the top of the screen (the game will notify you once you’ve completed an achievement). A red circle will also appear at the top right-hand side of the trophy icon. Tap on it and you’ll be able to collect your rewards by clicking on the claim button.

6. Complete As Many Tasks As Possible

Tasks are different from achievements in that they’re specific to each restaurant. But like the latter, they’ll reward you with coins and experience points upon completion. The number of tasks you finish will also count toward the overall completion percentage for each restaurant location.

To view your available tasks, click on the task icon on the top left-hand side of the screen. You’ll see a set of goals for each restaurant you have. For example, if you have a Chinese Restaurant, you can get 30 gems and 70 coins by upgrading your teapot. And as you get better restaurants, the rewards will also improve. For instance, you can get earn 300 gems and 400 coins by completing all interior upgrades if you have a Sushi Restaurant.

Once you’ve completed a task, a banner will come up at the top of the screen. A small red circle will also appear next to the task icon, indicating that rewards are available. From there, all you have to do is click on the claim button to get your rewards.

7. Keep the Coins on the Counter

Cooking Fever is different from other cooking games in that you don’t have to make “chains” (performing consecutive tasks) to get rewards. Rather, you want to focus on getting three stars for every level. That’ll help maximize your XP gains and earnings.

Given that, you want to keep the coins on the counter if you’re not ready to prepare the order (you only have a limited time to get the food ready once you’ve taken the coins). That’ll give you more time to prepare everything so that you can serve your customers right away once they’ve sat down at your restaurant (you want to serve them one at a time instead of multiple at once). In some cases, they’ll also order the same food item, which will make things easier.

Keep in mind, however, that this only works if you’re on a non-timed level. If you’re on a timed level, you’ll want to finish everything as quickly as possible.

8. Spend Your Gems Wisely

Gems are needed for a lot of things from upgrading your equipment to purchasing new restaurants. They’re also not as easy to come by as coins, so you want to make sure to spend them wisely.

For example, you might not want to spend them on more than two tabletop slots. As long as you know how to manage your time and have two frying pans, you can still complete the levels while meeting specific objectives.

Some offers also require gems for unlocking. For example, you can unlock the cooking machine by paying 15 gems or coins. The latter is easier to get so it’s best to save your gems for other things. If you spend them all, it can take a while for you to get enough to move to a new restaurant location and there are many of them in the game, including Hell’s Kitchen, Indian Diner, FC Barcelona Sports Bar, and Paradise Island Restaurants (unlocking different restaurants will require both coins and gems) For instance, you’ll need 25000 gold and 50 gems to unlock the Seafood Bistro.

Tip: Restaurants will go on sale every now and then so try not to rush when it comes to unlocking restaurants.

9. Pay Attention When You’re Cooking Your Food

Pay attention when you’re cooking. The last thing that you want to do is overcook your food. While burning the ingredients won’t cost you money per se (unless you throw it away), some levels will not allow it, meaning that you’ll have to redo everything from the beginning.

If the level you’re on doesn’t specifically say that burning is not allowed, you don’t have to throw the burnt food away. You should, however, use a second pan for cooking.

To ensure that the foods are taken off the pan at the correct time, turn on the in-game sounds from the settings menu. You should hear a loud “ding” once the food is ready on the stove—that’s when you want to take it off the pan and serve it.

10. Upgrade Your Restaurant

The more you play, the more upgrade options there will be. For example, you can upgrade your kitchen equipment or add arcade machines; the former will allow you to cook more efficiently while the latter will help attract more customers to the restaurant. Not only that, but you can also add tables and bar stools, both of which will lower wait times.

Just remember that you won’t be able to take the upgrades with you once you reach the next level/restaurant. Given that, you want to be careful about what to upgrade. For example, it’s probably not the best idea to spend all your coins and gems on one particular upgrade when you plan on moving your restaurant soon.

11. Take Advantage of the Casino Mini Game

You can unlock the Casino at level 7 (it won’t cost you any coins or gems). Once it’s open, you can play the mini-game every day for a chance to win coins and gems. Just keep in mind that there’s a limit as to how much you can win (up to 30 gems every day).

Basically, how it works is that you can either bet 500 or 1000 coins (maximum is 5000 and 10000 coins). The possible prizes include 600 coins, 1000 coins, or 15 gems.

We recommend claiming your Daily Bonus and using the coins to play the Casino right away. That way, even if you don’t win, you won’t be out of money. And remember, you can try your luck every 12 hours.

12. Don’t Rush Into Challenges

Cooking Fever challenges are great in that you can get some cool rewards but you don’t want to rush into them. As a general rule, it’s best not to participate in challenges until you’ve fully upgraded all of your interior and kitchen upgrades to level 3. That way, it’ll be easier for you to increase your score.

Other Helpful Tips and Tricks

• Special offers will be available every now and then. They’re often one-time only and are only available for a limited time (72 hours) so be sure to take advantage of them while you can. For example, they may reduce the price of a specific upgrade or a restaurant

• Be careful with automatic food machines. While they’re great to have, they can only be used for 72 hours and are quite expensive. Given that, it’s best to avoid them unless they’re required for the specific restaurant to pass the level with three stars

• We recommend saving up all your coins before buying a new restaurant. That’ll allow you to upgrade all the non-gem Interior and Kitchen items immediately, which will give you a head start

• Customers will start to become angry and impatient within 20 seconds

• You can use special foods and dishes to increase a customer’s tip amount and patience (a treat icon will appear with their order if it’s available). That’ll help you achieve a 3-star rating. In fact, it’s often cheaper to pass a level by offering treats than it is to upgrade your items. The only thing is that they only become available at level 20

• Upgrade the most popular food item (one or two will be ordered more frequently than the rest). You can do this by increasing the price of decreasing its preparation time

• You’ll receive a set amount of coins every day from the Daily Income Reward. The more levels you’ve completed and the higher the star level, the more money you’ll receive

• As far as kitchen upgrades go, you want to start by upgrading the number of frying pans and tabletop spaces available as that’ll allow you to cook and store more food at once. And remember not to cook too much at once as that can cause you to burn your food

• Place the cooked dishes in the same spot on the cooking tabletop each time. That way, you’ll know exactly what dish is where, which will prevent you from getting confused when you’re serving a lot of customers at once

• Certain interior upgrades will increase the customers’ patience (the amount of time they’re willing to wait and still leave a tip). Others will increase their tip amount

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Robux is a form of digital currency that exists in the game Roblox. Roblox is a massive multiplayer online game where players are able to create new worlds and play games within those worlds. It has been around for many years, and it’s as popular as ever today. Players use this premium currency in the Roblox catalog to buy things like animation packs, accessories, body modifications, and apparel. You can also use Robux to upload thumbnails and change your username within the game. All of these purposes obviously make Robux a very valuable form of currency. There are obviously ways to customize your character without having to use this currency, but if you’ve ever played a game like this, then I’m sure that you understand that all of the coolest and best items typically require premium currency to purchase.

How can you get Robux? Prior to 2007, the premium currency was distributed to players in the form of log-in bonuses. Players earned 5 Robux per daily login, and they earned 1 Robuk per place visited. However, since the release of Builders Club and Tickets, that model isn’t in place anymore.

When tickets were released, they filled the earlier role of Robux. You earned them by completing various tasks in the game and on the site, and they could be exchanged for premium currency. However, as of 2026, tickets have been phased out of Roblox entirely; this change was received very poorly by the Roblox community. With this change, it became very difficult for people to obtain Robux without paying for them. Today, is there any other way to get Robux in the game without having to spend any money?

How Can I Get Free Robux in Roblox in 2026?

As it turns out, there are a few ways to get Robux without spending any actual money. Here’s how.

1. Redeem Free Robux With Microsoft Reward Points

Microsoft offers a reward program where you can earn points by gaming, shopping, and searching. More specifically, you can earn points by making Microsoft Store purchases (e.g. laptops, movies), using the Microsoft Edge browser, playing games on the Xbox, and using the Microsoft Bing search engine.

Searching: Earn up to 3 points per search when using Microsoft Bing on mobile and PC, and up to 12 points a day when using Microsoft Edge

Shopping: Earn up to 20 points per dollar spent on online purchases at Microsoft Store

Playing Games: Earn points with the Rewards app on the Xbox for playing games and accessing special offers

In addition to that, you can also earn points by taking quizzes and doing other activities. To get started, all you have to do is head on over to the Microsoft Rewards dashboard. Sign up for an account if you don’t have one already (it’s free) and you’ll be able to access your personalized Rewards dashboard where you can track your point balance.

Currently, you can get a 100 Robux Digital card by searching with Microsoft Bing using Microsoft Edge on mobile or desktop for 5 days. Once you’ve completed the 5-day challenge, you’ll receive the digital card. Offer is valid to one person per account in the United States.

2. Get a Free Roblox Gift Card

While it’s not possible to get free Robux directly, you can purchase the in-game currency by using a Roblox Gift Card, which you can get for free by doing certain things. For example, you can get a free Roblox gift card with Amazon’s Trade-in Program. Simply sell your old stuff on the site and you can use the credit to purchase a free gift card.

Not only will you get your Robux, but it’ll also keep your things away from the landfill. What’s more, is that the program is completely free; you won’t have to pay for shipping. For more details, you can check out the Amazon trade-in store to see what items they’re currently accepting.

Fetch Rewards is another option. Basically, it’s a shopping app that lets you turn shopping receipts into points, which you can then use to earn gift cards or enter sweepstakes. It’s super easy to use too; you just have to upload your shopping receipts via the app and it’ll give you a certain amount of points, which will go toward your rewards. And for those who are wondering, yes it’s completely legit. To put things into perspective, they currently have a 4.6-star rating on Google Play and 4.8 stars on the iOS App Store.

3. Make and Sell Roblux Clothing

Roblox allows you to make your own clothes. Not only is it a great way to make yourself stand out from others, but you can also sell them for Robux. Keep in mind, however, that you will need a membership to do that.

For example, you can make a t-shirt by uploading an image, which will be applied to the front of your avatar. If anything, it’s the easiest clothing item to make. All you need is an image—one that’s 512 pixels by 512 pixels. Once you’ve got that, upload it to Roblox via “My Creations.” Keep in mind, however, that It’ll take some time for it to be approved by the Roblox team.

From there, you can change its name and add a description by clicking on the gear icon on the right-hand side of the screen. And if you have a membership, you’ll be given the option to sell your t-shirt for Robux (yes, you’ll be able to set your own prices).

Alternatively, you can make a shirt, which will cost 10 Robux. Similar to t-shirts, all you have to do is upload an image via their site. Before you finalize everything, however, it’s best to check what it looks like in Torso. To do this, you can use Roblox Studio. Click on “Build Rig” under “Plugins” and you’ll be able to select a rig type from a popup menu. Once you’ve done that, you’ll be able to choose a model, which you can move, rotate, and scale. Finally, you can insert your shirt by selecting it in the Explorer window on the right-hand side.

4. Make Your Own Game

This option is understandably a lot more difficult than the rest as it requires you to make your own game. If anything, it can be an incredibly long process if you’re a beginner. Not only will you have to learn scripting and coding, but you’ll also have to learn 3D modelling, as well as animation—a process that can take months, or even years for a beginner. Given that, we’d only recommend it if you’re into game development.

Keep in mind, however, that the process can still be difficult if you’re an experienced game developer. For one thing, your game will have to fit into a specific style of game, otherwise, there’s a high chance that it’ll flop. Not only that but you’ll only receive 70 percent of the Robux from your in-game sales (in addition to premium payouts, which is a bonus based on how many premium players play your game). On top of that, there are DevEx rates to consider. All in all, only 20 to 25 percent of the money from your customers will go into your pocket.

The good news is that Roblox will take care of all the servers for you so at least you won’t have to worry about that.

How Do I Get Robux in Roblox In 2026?

As it is, the quickest way to get Robux is to purchase it from their website. Once you’ve logged in, click on the Robux tab at the top of the page. A new screen will come up with different pricing options. Currently, they range from $4.99 for 400 Robux to $199.99 for 22,500 Robux.

Tip: You’ll receive more Robux per price tier if you’re a premium member. For example, you’ll get 450 Robux instead of 400 Robux for $4.99.

From there, you’ll be asked to choose a payment type (Credit Card, Debit Card, PayPal). If you want, you can also redeem a Roblox card. Once you’ve entered your payment details, click on the Submit Order button. After a couple of minutes, the Robux will be automatically added to your account.

Another option is to sign up for a premium membership. Doing so will give you a certain amount of Robux per month (it depends on the tier you choose). For example, you’ll get 1,000 Robux per month with a $9.99/month premium membership. Not only that but it’ll also give you the ability to resell items (e.g. clothing), which as explained above, will allow you to earn more Robux.

Do Free Robux Generators Exist?

The answer is no. In fact, most, if not all of them are scams. For example, many will lure you in by starting to generate a card number. Before it finishes, however, it’ll tell you to complete a certain amount of offers to “verify” the code. That’s where the scam comes in—even if you complete the surveys, which can take a while to do, you likely won’t receive a working code.

Other sites may ask you to enter your password or other personal information for free Roblox. Never do this.  Not only will you not get any Robux, but it’ll give them access to your account along with all of your items.

If you encounter any of these “generators”, it’s best to report them to the Roblox Report Abuse system.

Remember:

– Never give anyone your password
– Don’t click on any suspicious links to “free Robux generators”

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The best part about MovieStarPlanet is that you can add a lot of friends in the game and get a lot of views on your movies to make yourself an A-list celebrity. If you have a VIP membership to MovieStarPlanet you will be able to do more things and have access to more parts of the game, but did you know you can get a free membership to MovieStarPlanet without paying for it?

Different Tiers of VIP Membership

Prior to October 2022, there were three tiers of VIP: Regular, Elite, and Star. Another level, Super VIP, was discontinued in 2014. While each tier received the same basic benefits, the higher tiers received better perks. For example, those with Star VIP membership would receive more diamonds (x2) than those in the Regular tier.

How to Get MovieStarPlanet VIP Membership For Free In 2026

Currently, the only way to get free VIP membership is by winning the weekly competition in Movie Town.

Participating in the Weekly Competition

Every Thursday, there’s a new weekly theme. New animations, clothes, backgrounds, and items, are also added to the shopping area.

To participate in the contest, you’ll have to buy furniture or props from the week’s theme. From there, all you need to do is create a new Look, Artbook, Movie, or decorate your room. Once you’ve done that, enter the Competition area in MovieTown and you’ll be able to submit your creation.

The most creative movie stars will be rewarded with free VIP, in addition to free StarCoins and Diamonds. Depending on the results, you can win 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, or 17 days of free VIP membership.

For more information, you can check out the official help page here.

Are There Any Free VIP Membership Generators?

The answer is no. The only way to get VIP for free is by participating and winning the weekly competition. There is no such thing as a free VIP membership generator.

Be wary of any websites that ask for your username and password in exchange for a “VIP membership.” You won’t become VIP by sharing your account. Also, never download anything onto your phone (some websites will claim to give you VIP in exchange for downloading an app or program). These are all scams; you’ll only be giving away your account.

If you come across any websites or users claiming to give away free VIP membership, make sure to report them to MovieStarPlanet. If you know their username, click on it to display their personal profile. From there, you can select the “Report bad behavior” button. Alternatively, you can report them on the app. Simply tap on their profile and click on the yellow triangle button. You’ll be asked to select a category (e.g. “talk about cheats”) before submitting the report.

Purchasing VIP Membership

The easiest way to get a VIP membership is to make a direct purchase with a Google Play or iTunes account. You can do this easily in-game as long as your account is linked to a debit, credit, or Paysafe card. Once you’ve done that, your status will change to VIP automatically within a few minutes.

Alternatively, you can get VIP by using a gift certificate purchased from the official MovieStarPlanet website. Simply enter the redemption code into the subscription page and you’ll gain VIP status.

Note: You can only purchase a gift certificate for the top tier of VIP (i.e. Star VIP) at this time.

Giving Another User a VIP Membership

Those who purchase a 1-year Star VIP or Diamond StarCoins Package will receive a free one-week VIP voucher that they can give to a friend.

Assuming that you’re friends with the person that you want to give it to, you can do so via your friend list. Simply select their profile and click on the “Give Gift” button.” Once you’ve done that, a box will open revealing all of your items. Select your shiny VIP voucher and then click “Give Gift” again. You friend will receive a notification that a new gift is on the way. If anything, the process is the same as giving any other item.

To view VIP gifts that you’ve received, go to your profile and click “Gifts”. Don’t be alarmed if you don’t see your VIP voucher on the default page—they have their own page to the right-hand side! Click on it and you’ll be able to see all of the VIP vouchers that you’ve gotten from other players. You’ll have three options: you can claim and activate the voucher right away, send it back to the user who gave it to you, or keep it in your inventory (you can always activate it at a later date).

Note: You will not be able to send the VIP voucher back once you’ve already claimed it.

What Perks Do You Get With VIP Membership?

There are a number of perks that you get as a VIP member. Here’s a brief overview:

You Will Recieve Free Diamonds and StarCoins Every Day

VIP members will receive free Diamonds and StarCoins every day. These are two types of in-game currency that can be used to purchase a variety of items such as backgrounds, furniture, clothing, and accessories. While StarCoins can be earned in-game (e.g. you can earn them by watching and producing movies), the only way to get Diamonds is by buying a VIP membership. If anything, you can think of them as the “VIP currency” of the game.

You Can Get Exclusive VIP Items In-Game

There are several items in the shop that you can only get if you have a VIP membership. For example, some clothes and backgrounds are only available to VIPs. You can tell whether or not an item is VIP exclusive by looking at the price. If the tag is yellow with a small “VIP banner”, it’s an exclusive VIP item.

If anything, using them can help make your movies stand out from the rest as not everyone has access to them.

You’ll Get More Fame

If anything, you can think of Fame as experience points; it determines your progress in the game. Once you’ve earned enough, you will level up. In terms of how to earn fame, there are several things that you can do. For example, you can earn fame by buying an item, accepting a friend request, completing a career, giving or receiving autographs, or spinning the Fame Wheel.

By being a VIP member, you’ll receive more fame every time you complete these objectives. There’s also the Piggy Bank, which allows VIP players to collect VIP fame bonuses, in addition to daily Starcoins and diamonds. The best part? There’s no limit; it’ll keep collecting bonuses until you empty it.

Note: The Piggy Bank will still collect fame and StarCoin bonuses for non-VIP members, however, you won’t be able to open it until you’ve obtained VIP status. There’s also a limit—it’ll automatically stop collecting bonuses once it reaches 2,500 StarCoins and 5,000 Fame.

You’ll Be Able to Add More Friends

Non-VIP members are limited as to how many friends they can have on their Friend List (the number will go up every time you level). Those with VIP status, however, don’t have a limit. You can add as many people as you’d like to your Friend List.

To see how many friends you can have, open up the “My Friends” tab in the “Friends” area. It’ll say how many friends you can have in the top left-hand corner.

To add someone as a friend, click on the Friend button in the top bar. Type in their username in the search field and the person you’re looking for should pop up. Click on their avatar to open their profile. From there, you can send them a friend request by clicking on the “Ask to be Friends” icon. Once they’ve accepted your friend request, they will appear in your activity bar. You’ll also receive notifications each time they send you a chat message or make new content.

To accept a friend request, go to the “Friends” area. You should see the invitation. Click on the green check mark to accept it. Alternatively, you can click on the red X to deny the friend request.

You’ll Be Able to Hand Out More Autographs

Giving autographs is one of the best way to gain Fame in the game. To give someone an autograph, simply click on their profile and tap on the “Give Autograph” button.

Keep in mind, however, that there’s a limit as to how many autographs that you can give. For Non-VIP members, you can only give one out every hour. For VIP members, however, you can give an autograph once every 15 minutes. This will greatly increase the amount of Fame that you’ll receive and that, in return, will help you progress through the game.

You’ll Get More Rewards From Spinning the Wheel of Fortune

Spinning the Wheel of Fortune is one way to earn StarCoins in the game. Currently, non-VIP members can spin it for free once a day (the window will automatically pop up). VIP members, on the other hand, can spin each wheel twice a day.

While both non-VIP and VIP members can earn StarCoins from the wheel, the amount that can be won differs depending on your membership status.

For non-VIP members, there’s a 1/8 chance of winning 80 or 120 StarCoins, a 1/4 chance of winning 40 StarCoins, and a 1/2 chance of winning 20 StarCoins.

For VIP members, there’s a 1/8 chance of winning 100 or 200 StarCoins, a 1/4 chance of winning 50 StarCoins, and a 1/2 chance of winning 25 StarCoins.

So Is VIP Membership Worth It?

At the end of the day, it’s up to you. The game is definitely playable without a VIP membership but it can make certain things, such as leveling up, a little easier. Not to mention that you’ll get other perks as well.

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If you are on the quest to become the next greatest cafe owner in 2017 then our My Café: Recipes and Stories tips and tricks might be of help to you.

The Best Tips and Tricks for My Cafe In 2026

1. Help Your Employees

Ann and the other employees in the restaurant will do their best to fulfill all the orders but you can always help them out. To do that, you want to tap on one of the customers. From there, hit the “What would you like to order” button. They’ll tell you what they want so that you can start preparing the items yourself.

Don’t worry if you’ve forgotten one of the recipes, you can always access the list by hitting the teacup icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. Once you’re finished with the order, select the customer that it’s for and press the “Here’s your order” button.

As for drinks, all you have to do is tap on the machines to make them. Remember, employees will have to wait for one of the machines to become available to make a beverage. Considering that, you may want to tap on the customers first so that you can serve them faster.

And when the employees are busy serving food to the customers, you can make drinks for the future by tapping on the empty machines; it’ll only take a few seconds.

Note: We suggest helping out your employees when the cafe is crowded with customers. That way, you’ll be able to speed everything up.

2. Upgrade Your Employees’ Skills

Don’t forget to upgrade your employees’ skills. If anything, it’ll make things a lot easier. To check on their stats, tap on the arrow icon above their heads (it’ll appear when they level up). From there, tap on the “Tell me about your skills” button. That’ll let you see their current level as well as any skills that are available.

Take Ann, for example, she has three main types of skills: Speed, All Items Prices, and Daily Simply Gift.

Whenever an employee levels up, you’ll be able to level up one of their three skills. For Ann, we recommend upgrading her “All Items Prices” skill first as that’ll raise all of the prices by a certain percentage. For example, at level ten, the prices will be increased by 30%. If anything, that can significantly impact your earnings.

Next, you want to upgrade her “Daily Simply Gift” skill. That’ll allow you to get more free gifts (level 10 will give you three gifts), which may contain spices that you can add to drinks (that’ll also drive up the price of the item)

3. Hire More Staff

Hiring more employees will help speed things up. That way, you’ll be able to earn more profit. Even when you’re not playing the game, the servers will help Ann serve the customers in the restaurant.

Keep in mind, however, that not all servers are the same. For example, some will be faster than others and those are exactly the kind of employees that you want to hire (the faster you serve customers, the more money you’ll earn).

In terms of how to hire a new server, Ann will let you know as soon as the option is available. Before you do that, though, you’ll need to get a service table. You can do so by selling the Furniture tab in the catalog.

Once you’ve done that, you’ll be able to hire new employees. Simply tap on the menu icon at the top right-hand corner of the screen when it’s available and select the server icon (it’s under the trophy). A new screen will come up; tap on the “hire” button to see the different candidates.

Take a look at their skill-set and if you can, choose the one that has upgraded skills. You also want to pay attention to their price tag. Try not to hire someone that you can’t afford.

If none of the candidates interest you, you can wait an hour or so for the list to refresh.

4. Getting and Using Special Spices

Certain recipes can fetch you more than a hundred bucks. To make them, however, you’ll need special spices. As it is, there are a few ways to get them.

For example, you can get them as rewards for logging into the game every day. You may also get them via daily gifts (which is why it’s so important to upgrade the “Daily Gift” skill). Another option is to order them via the phone. To do that, however, you’ll need to buy a phone that can only be unlocked at level six. Once you’ve got it, you’ll also be able to accept takeout orders, which will increase your earnings.

Some of your customers may also give you spices. Take Koffsky, for example, he may give you a rare spice if you chat with him. You can also purchase them from Fernando if you have gems.

To serve a special recipe, ask a customer whether or not they’d like “something special”. They’ll usually suggest a special dish with a certain spice of their choice; they’ll also let you know how much they’ll pay you for it. If you have the specified ingredients, you can prepare it for them in exchange for higher pay.

Note: You’ll need to get a Spice Box to access different types of rare spices.

5. Decorate Your Cafe

Decorating your cafe with fancy decorations and furniture is a great way to earn bonus tips from customers. For maximum earnings, pay attention to their conversations; they’ll drop hints on various decorations and furniture.

There are also different styles that you can go for in terms of decorating. For example, you can go for a French, Chinese, English, or Classic theme. Make sure that all of the furniture and decorations match the style and you’ll receive more bonus tips. For example, you’ll earn more if you decorate your cafe with Chinese-style decorations and furniture as opposed to using both Chinese and Italian decorative pieces.

To check which style a decoration or furniture belongs to, simply tap on the cash register icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. Select the furniture tab on the left and tap on the tiny “i” icon on the top-right corner of the item. That’ll tell you which style it belongs its.

Note: You can always discard decorative items if you want to change styles. To do that, a long press on a piece of furniture or decorative item. An icon of a cardboard box will appear. Tap on it and the selected item will be moved to the storehouse. You can access them at any time by selecting the cash register from the main screen.

Tip: Be careful with floor and wallpapers. If you replace an existing design with a different one, the previous one will disappear. You’ll have to purchase it again from the store.

6. Pay Attention to the Conversations

Make sure to pay attention to the chats you have with customers. Some of them may be quests that may reward special items such as gems or spices.

Don’t worry if you’ve missed a chat; you can access both old and new conversations by clicking on the book icon on the top left-hand corner of the screen. A window will come up with small portraits of your customers. Tap on the portrait and you’ll be able to see what they’ve previously said. Not only that, but you’ll also be able to see his recipe/decoration tips and requirements. Customers with quests will have a tiny diamond icon at the end.

You’ll also see tiny numbers above their heads. Ones with a blue background indicate new or unread conversations while green numbers mean that all of the chats have already been read.

7. Pricing Your Items

The game allows you to set your own menu prices. Don’t be afraid to raise it until it’s yellow (see the picture below). Sure, it might be a little more expensive, but chances are, people will still order it and that’ll increase your overall earnings. Once you’ve expanded your cafe and you have a lot of regular customers, you can tone it down to the ‘dark green level.’

Note: How much you can raise the prices will depend on Ann’s “All Item Prices” skill. The higher it is, the higher you’ll be able to set the prices.

8. Knowing Different Recipe Combinations

Some recipes will be very straightforward. For example, Americans Milk is simply Americano plus Milk. Other recipes will be more tricky; you’ll need to guess or look around in the conversations for hints.

Or you can just take a look at this recipe list that we’ve compiled:

American With Cinnamon: Americano, Milk, Cinnamon

Bavarian Coffee: Americano, Chocolate Syrup, Chocolate Shavings, Lemon

English Tea: Tea, Milk

Frappe: Espresso, Whipped Cream, Ice (Add Chocolate Shavings, Caramel Syrup, or Vanilla Syrup for the different flavors)

Mocha: Espresso, Chocolate Syrup, Milk

Paradise Glace: Espresso, Chocolate Syrup, Vanilla Ice Cream, Vanilla Syrup, Whipped Cream

White Cafe Glace: Espresso, Vanilla Ice Cream, Milk

Strawberry Croissant: Croissant, Strawberry Ice Cream, Whipped Cream, Vanilla Syrup

9. Familiarize Yourself With Your Customers

All of the characters in the game have their own personalities and characteristics—and you can take advantage of that. For instance, you can get some decoration tips from Margaret or Fernando, the Restaurant Society chairman. If you’re lucky, you might even get some VIP points, which will increase your VIP level.

(In total, there are seven levels; the higher level you are, the more perks you’ll get. For example, at level one, you’ll get one pink gift, the ability to ask customers to change their orders five times a day, the ability to create townships, and a 5% bonus when buying diamonds.

At level seven (you’ll need 50,000 VIP points), you’ll get one gold gift, the ability to hire a fifth employee, the ability to unlock slots in the second spice box, the ability to ask customers to change their orders 70 times a day, a 30% discount on spice box slots, and a 15% discount in the spice stores, among other perks.)

10. Watching Ads For Diamonds

Diamonds are one of the main currencies in the game. You can use them to buy furniture, new outfits for your servers, as well as drink machines.

One easy way to get them is by watching ads. To do that, you’ll need to first place a TV in your cafe. Once you’ve done that, you can watch an ad (they usually last around 15 to 30 seconds) for a diamond.

Keep in mind, however, that there is a limit as to how many you can watch. You’ll know you’ve hit your limit if the TV is switched off in your cafe. If that’s the case, simply wait a little bit before trying again.

In addition to that, you can also obtain diamonds by completing township quests and completing stories. They’re also given out as daily gifts.

11. Be Careful About Expanding Your Cafe

Avoid expanding your cafe at the beginning. Not only is it expensive, but it won’t give you any experience. Given that, it’s best to do so later on in the game, once you’ve saved a bit more money.

12. Gaining Experience

You’ll gain experience every time you buy something from the store. You can see exactly how much by tapping on the (!) icon on the item.

Not only that, but you’ll also gain experience when you upgrade equipment. The exact amount will depend on the specific item and upgrade.

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If you’re a new player or a veteran looking for cheats, tips, and tricks for Grow Castle in 2026 then read on.

Grow Castle Cheats, Tips, and Tricks For 2026

There are several things that you want to consider when playing the game, which we’ll be going over in detail below.

1. Get As Much Gold As Possible

Gold is super important in the game; you need it for pretty much everything, from upgrading your castle to purchasing new units. How can you earn gold? By defeating enemies. And don’t worry, you’ll still be able to keep the gold that you’ve earned even if you lose the wave so there’s no harm in trying. If anything, it’s a great way to farm gold so that you can get stronger.

Another thing that you want to do is upgrade the “Bonus Gold” skill. It’ll cost you some skill points but it’ll significantly increase the amount of gold that you’ll get from defeating enemies so try to get it as high as possible. Not only that, but you can also get the Trophy Tower at the beginning to increase the amount of gold earned per kill.

You can earn gold by watching ads in the game. The amount that you get will depend on the amount of gold that you’ve earned from the current wave. There’s also a multiplier. Generally speaking, the higher the wave, the more bonus gold you’ll get from watching the advertisements.

You can also earn gold by leaving the game on. For example, you can leave your tablet or phone on overnight; the colonies will continue to produce gold even while you’re away.

2. Get All the Heroes For Your Castle Before Upgrading

There are 39 different types of heroes in the game, each of which has their own special skill. Take priests, for example, they can increase the damage of town archers by 100% for five seconds. And you can make them more powerful by upgrading their stats.

Before you do that, though, you want to make sure to get all of them first. Ultimately, the goal is to test all of them out so that you can figure out which you want to use to defend your base. From there, you can spend gold to upgrade their skills. If anything, the last thing that you want to do is upgrade a hero that you won’t use—it’ll just be a waste of gold.

In terms of which heroes to use, it depends on your preference, however, the Druid and Golem Master are solid options. Why? They’re both capable of summoning a monster that will fight for you. Not only will that add an additional line of defense, but it’ll also help patrol the grounds.

Note: You’ll likely have to change your lineup as you progress to the harder levels but you should have a lot of gold saved up by then so upgrading the heroes shouldn’t be an issue.

3. Join a Guild

Guilds are great in that they give you free bonuses so there’s really no reason not to join. Basically, how it works is that whenever your guild levels up (this happens when members complete waves), it’ll receive a skill point, which can then be used to increase various things like leader damage or castle HP for the entire guild (all skills max out at level 20). Not only that, but members will also receive a certain amount of gold every day.

How do you join a guild? Simply tap on the guild icon (you must have unlocked Wave 75, otherwise, it won’t work). The game will connect to the server and a list of guilds will appear along with their emblems and names. To join, simply press the “JOIN” button. Keep in mind, however, that you’ll only be able to join if there are vacant spaces in the guild (you can check by looking at the number on the bottom right-hand corner). You can also search for guilds on Discord and other platforms- the guild master will be able to send you an invite.

Or if you want, you can create your own guild for 100 million Gold. To do that, however, you must have completed Wave 2000. Keep in mind, however, that guild masters will not receive a daily amount of gold.

4. Conquer As Many Colonies As Possible

There are three different worlds in the game, each of which has its own colonies. To travel between them, click on the icon on the top right-hand corner of the map. You should see a list of colonies (the number beneath the flag indicates how powerful they are- number 50 means the colony is similar in strength as wave 50).

The type of colony matters as well. For example, battles in Orc and Hell colonies tend to be more difficult than those of Earth colonies. There are also seasonal colonies that reset every 10 days.

To liberate and conquer a colony, tap on its flag on the screen. Click the “Battle” button and the fight will begin. Not only will you receive gold for winning the battle, but your Town archers will also receive a boost in damage, attack speed, or critical damage (it depends on the color of the colony).

5. Exchange and Sell at the Market

The Market has two main functions: exchanging crystals and selling items, both of which will earn you gold. To exchange crystals, click on one of the three buttons below the exchange rate (the rate will tell you how much gold you’ll receive). And pay attention to the timer—it’ll tell you how much time is left before the rate changes (it fluctuates constantly).

To sell items, click on the item and select the “Sell button.” For example, you can sell items that you’ve obtained from defeating the Dragon bosses.

Note: You can obtain Hearts from the market by exchanging crystals for gold. If anything, you can think of them as a little bonus. For example, you’ll receive six hearts if you exchange 50 crystals for gold (it’ll tell you how many hearts you’ll receive on the buttons). The more Hearts you have, the more gold you’ll receive when selling items.

Other Grow Castle Tips For Beginners

• Generally speaking, your castle’s level should be three times higher than that of your strongest hero. Your town archers’ levels should also be three times higher than that of your castle

• Pure Wizards should always be placed in the middle; their passive ability will reduce the cool-down period of heroes on both sides

• Always include Chrono in your waves- he’ll boost the speed of everything including colonies and workers

• Some heroes work better together than others. For example, fire, lightning, and ice mages will post each other when fully promoted. They also do well in pairs

• Lightning, Minigun, and Ballista are the strongest Castle Cannons

• Try to focus on just one elemental type (fire is generally the easiest to use as there are several fire-type towers and fire heroes)

• Equip your heroes with the right equipment. For example, items that improve cooldowns are especially useful for support units as they affect everyone

• Make sure to spread out your upgrades between the different heroes- you don’t want to rely on just one high-level character

• Don’t worry too much about your build at the beginning- anything will work. Just focus on getting experience boosters and gold

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In terms of how to play, you would start by deciding whether or not you’re playing for keeps. In that case, whoever wins would get to keep the pogs that they win in the game. Once that’s out of the way, you would each make a stack of pogs of the same number.

A heavier disc made of a metal called a slammer would then be used to hit the stack. The pogs that land face-up would then be won by the player and taken out of the game. You would then continue until all of the discs are taken out of play.

While the game is no longer played nowadays, the pogs themselves do carry value- some more than others. In fact, some can fetch as much as $150+! Which are the most valuable in 2026? Let’s find out.

Top 10 Most Valuable Pogs in 2026

Without further delay, let’s take a look at the list of pogs.

10. Factory Errors

Like most collectibles, pogs with factory errors (e.g. incorrect colors) are worth more than their regular counterparts. For example, it’s not uncommon for a serious collector to pay a bit more for a misprinted pog.

While factory errors are far less common than regular pogs, many misprints and “defects” can be found on auction websites such as eBay. Just don’t be surprised if the prices are a bit higher than what you’d expect.

 9. Stussy Pogs

Shawn Stüssy (named after the founder) was a brand of surfboards that started in the early 1980s. Known for their graffiti-like designs, they also sold t-shirts, shorts, and other apparel. At one point, they also released pogs that featured the company’s signature logo against a red, yellow, and green striped background.

While the pogs were never trademarked, they’re popular all the same. Nowadays, they usually go for $150 to $200 each, depending on the condition.

8. Promotional Pogs

Pogs that were only available for a short period are typically more sought after. For example, Mcdonald’s released a set of Power Ranger pogs as part of a special promotion in 1994.

Pogs that were given out as prizes in tournaments are also valued for rarity.

7. The Simpsons Pogs Set

The Simpsons pogs were sold in packs at the height of their popularity during the late 1990s. At one point, they were even mentioned on the show (Milhouse exchanged Bart’s soul for Alf-themed pogs in the episode).

While the actual Simpsons pogs don’t have Alf on them, they’re valuable regardless- especially if you have the entire set! Individually, they can go for up to $20 each.

 6. Nintendo Power Earthbound Pogs

These rare pogs were sold in the now-defunct Nintendo Power magazine in 1995. Marketed to video game fans, they were available as a set of seven for a low price of $5.

According to the original ad, which was included in the magazine, some of them even smelled like pizza. In terms of the designs, they featured some of the key characters of the franchise such as Poo, the crown price of the land of Dalaam.

In 2009, a set of these pogs sold for a staggering $250.

5. The Lion King Pogs

The Lion King was one of the highest-grossing animated films of the 90s, having earned more than $763 million at the box office. Given its popularity, it’s not surprising to know that it spawned a variety of merchandise, including a series of pogs.

Available in packs of seven, they also came with a slammer, which is basically a metal disc that’s a little bigger than the pogs themselves.

4. NFL Hockey Pogs

NFL Hockey pogs were a huge thing back in the 90s. Some big names from that era include Patrick Roy, Wayne Gretzky, Peter Forsberg, Mario Lemieux, Eric Lindros, Steve Yzerman, Bret Hull, and Dominik Hasek.

While they’re not as valuable as some hockey cards per se, they are still worth some money, especially if you have some of the rarer ones. Depending on the players, you can potentially get up to $100 for a set.

3. The Pogman Mascot Pogs

The Pogman was the legendary mascot of the World Pog Federation. In the late 90s, he was featured in a set of pogs that was released by pogs manufacturer Random House Books, where he was seen wearing a patriotic top hat.

As it is, these pogs were given a limited release and for that reason, remain rare, even to this day. With that said, they can often be found on Etsy, eBay, and other similar sites- as long as you’re willing to pay for them.

2. Star Trek: The Next Generation Pogs

Star Trek was one of the most popular sci-fi shows of its time. At its peak, it was watched by more than 30 million people.

Given that, it’s not surprising to know that many of the iconic characters such as McCoy and Scotty from the series were featured in pogs. In fact, many came unpunched from their cards. Some of the pogs even had a super rare gold lining, which set them apart from others.

Seeing as how the franchise is still as popular as ever, we wouldn’t be surprised if their value continues to go up in the future.

1. Jurassic Park Pog Set

The original Jurassic Park film was a ground-breaking film when it was released in 1993. Not only did it gross over $914 million worldwide, but it was also the highest-grossing film at the time- until the release of Titanic three years later.

Unsurprisingly, the film also received its own set of pogs, most of which featured various species of dinosaurs- the same ones that appeared on the big screen. For those who are lucky enough to own an entire set, be sure to keep them safe as they tend to go for huge amounts on the collector’s market.

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ARK: Survival Evolved has been out for a little under a year now, and it has made a pretty big impression on the gaming community. In ARK: Survival Evolved, players find themselves on an island, and they run around and gather resources, research technologies, and build shelter with the intention of surviving as long as possible. The greatest threat that you’ll encounter on this island? Dinosaurs. The game hasn’t left early access yet, which means that it isn’t entirely finished yet. Still, there’s a lot of content there, and the game has seen a lot of popularity over the last few months.

However, ARK: Survival Evolved isn’t perfect. There are a couple of issues with glitches and optimization. Some users just generally feel like the development team isn’t quite as active as they could be. Maybe you’re one of those users, maybe you’re getting bored with the game, or maybe you’re just looking for something a little different. Regardless, if you’re reading this, it’s because you’re looking for an alternative to ARK. I have managed to dig up a handful of games that exhibit certain traits and qualities that I think a fan of the original concept may appreciate.

Top 5 Games Like ARK: Survival Evolved In 2026

Without further ado, here’s a list of the top five best games like ARK: Survival Evolved.

5. Atlas

Atlas is made by the developers of Ark: Survival Evolved. In fact, it was built with the very same engine. Given that, it’s probably the closest that you’ll ever get to the original game. Instead of dinos, however, there will be various watercraft, from warships to rowboats.

The main draw of the game? Nautical exploration. The map is mostly the ocean and it’s dotted with hundreds of tiny islands for you to check out.

The PVP system is also just as great as Ark’s, with the water full of players looking for potential raid targets. For example, you can equip your ship with cannons so that you can attack from afar. Or if you want, you can just ram into enemy ships. Either way, the combat is loads of fun.

4. Conan Exiles

Conan Exiles is based in the mythology of the Conan the Barbarian series. Developed by Funcom, it’s a survival sandbox game that can be played on PC, Xbox One, and PS4. Basically, the gist is that you’re one of many exiles to be cast out into the wastelands and you must overcome the odds by learning to thrive.

As it is, the wastelands are divided into several distinct biomes from the cold tundras to the sandy dunes of Gandahar. As expected, each area features its own personality as well as dangers. For example, one misstep can easily put you in the path of a vicious sandbeast.

Not only is the game fast-paced, but it has a considerable base-building system as well. If anything, things will only truly start once you get involved with the different humanoid tribes that called the wastelands home.

3. Grounded

Grounded is unique in that it’s set in your very own backyard. The context? You’ve been shrunk down to the size of a rock. Now, you must try to stay alive in a world where ants are the size of lions and the grass is as tall as trees.

Similar to Ark, you can do more than just fight the critters you encounter. For example, you can ride on them. That’s right, they’re mountable. If anything, it’s just like riding a velociraptor in Ark, except it involves fewer wings and more legs.

Base building is another area where the game shines. You can lay down a blueprint, plan out your base and once you’ve got all the necessary materials, you can work on putting it all together. It features an amazing co-op multiplayer mode as well so you can easily play with your friends.

2. The Isle

The Isle is a survival game where you play as a young dinosaur—one that must fight and hunt to survive. Available for PC and Mac, the game is fairly simplistic in that you choose a species of dinosaur to play as, after which you eat plants or other animals to survive. You must also avoid your natural predators as you explore the land.

There are also updates that allow you to mutate your dino, giving them special physical traits and skills that allow for deeper specialization. The developer Afterthought LLC, has also revealed that they plan on implementing humans into the game sometime in the future.

What’s more, is that there’s no map like a traditional game; you must rely on your senses alone to survive. For example, sniffing will allow you to highlight animals, footprints, and water sources nearby. You can also play with friends and alert each other of nearby predators.

While the game is still in Early Access, it’s still a lot of fun, especially if you team up with friends. If anything, it’s definitely worth it if you’re a fan of dinosaurs.

1. Eco

Eco is another survival game. Instead of fighting creatures, however, you’re battling the elements to stay alive. Another big thing is that you must work with other players to develop and research technologies to save mankind as a meteor is on a collision course with earth. Ultimately, the goal is to do so without destroying the environment—thus the name of the game.

And the game environment itself is so much more than a visual sandbox; it’s an ecosystem with thousands of animals and plants that live in balance with one another. In other words, everything you do in the game can change the environment permanently.

To see how your actions affect the environment, you can use the world map, which appears as a globe that you can spin and rotate.

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