If you’re playing Build an Island, you probably want to make gold fast. Gold helps you buy tools, build better structures, and progress faster. Many new players struggle to earn enough gold in the beginning. Don’t worry. This guide will help you learn simple and effective ways to make gold quickly.
We will use easy words and short sentences. This makes it easier for everyone to understand.
1. Start with Farming
Farming is one of the best ways to earn gold early in the game. You can grow crops and sell them for gold. Start by planting cheap seeds. Water them daily. Wait for them to grow. Then harvest and sell them.
Some good crops to grow:
- Sugar Cane – Grows fast in spring. Sells for a decent price.
- Hot Peppers – Grows in summer and fall. Can be harvested many times.
After you collect crops, you can sell them directly. Or you can use machines to make products that sell for more.
2. Use Mason Jars and Kegs
Later in the game, you can use mason jars and kegs. These tools help you turn crops into more valuable items.
- Use mason jars to make jam and sauces.
- Use kegs to make juice, wine, or mead.
For example:
- Hot peppers → Kiricha Sauce (in mason jar)
- Melons or pineapples → Wine (in keg)
- Cactus or fairy rose → Mead (in keg)
These processed items sell for more gold. Just remember that they take time to make. But the wait is worth it.
3. Go Diving for Underwater Treasures
Diving is a fun way to make gold. Put on your diving suit and explore the ocean. Look for:
- Kelp
- Seaweed
- Shells
- Rare ocean creatures
Pick up as much as you can. Use a dehydrator to dry these items. Dried items sell for more than fresh ones. You can also use kelp to upgrade your farm tools.
Tip: Always take energy drinks before diving. You can stay underwater longer and collect more items.
4. Upgrade Your Tools
Tools help you do tasks faster. The better your tools, the faster you can earn gold. Upgrade your:
- Hoe (for farming)
- Pickaxe (for mining)
- Axe (for chopping trees)
- Scythe (for clearing weeds)
Upgraded tools use less energy. You can do more work in one day. This means more crops, more resources, and more gold.
5. Tap Trees for Passive Income
Find maple and pine trees. Place taps on them. The taps collect:
- Syrup (from maple trees)
- Resin (from pine trees)
These items sell for gold. You don’t need to do anything once taps are placed. Just check back often and collect the items. It’s an easy way to make gold every few days.
6. Build Fish Ponds
Fish ponds are great for steady income. Catch high-star fish like gold or osmium star fish. Put them in the pond. They will breed over time. You can sell the new fish or use them in cooking.
Some fish even drop rare items. These can be sold or used in special recipes.
Tip: Feed your fish to keep them healthy. Healthy fish reproduce faster.
7. Sell Extra Items
Don’t forget the small things. Bugs, flowers, and ocean critters may not sell for much alone. But they add up fast. Every time you explore, collect these items. Then sell them at your shop box or vendor.
Even low-price items help when you need quick gold.
8. Unlock and Use the Greenhouse
Once you unlock the greenhouse, you can farm all year. No matter the season, crops grow inside. Use the space to grow trees and high-value crops. Try to grow crops that work well in mason jars and kegs.
Some players use the greenhouse just for processing crops. This is a smart way to make gold in winter when outdoor farming is slow.
9. Use Sprinklers to Save Time
Sprinklers help a lot. They water your crops automatically. This saves time and energy. You can then focus on mining, fishing, or diving.
Build sprinklers as soon as you can. Use kelp and metal to craft them.
10. Plan Your Day Wisely
Time is limited each day. Always plan what to do first. Farm early in the morning. Dive or mine in the afternoon. Process items before sleeping. This routine helps you earn gold every day.