Offline Money
Maximize your passive income while offline with advanced calculation strategies and optimization techniques for Build a Base and Steal.
Introduction
Offline income allows your pets to continue generating cash even when you're not actively playing. This is a key progression mechanic that rewards regular play while providing flexibility for real-life schedules. Understanding offline income mechanics, maximizing generation rates, and optimal collection strategies significantly accelerates your overall progression.
Offline Income Calculation
| Duration | Multiplier | Max Cap |
|---|---|---|
| 1-4 hours | 100% | No cap |
| 5-8 hours | 90% | No cap |
| 9-12 hours | 75% | Max reached |
| 12+ hours | No gain | 12 hour cap |
Core Mechanics
Offline income is calculated based on your pets' rarity, quantity, and any active boost items at the moment you log off. Each pet generates income at its base rate, modified by rarity multipliers. Income accumulates over time but is capped at 12 hours - after that, no additional income is generated until you log in and collect.
Advantages
Maximizing offline income provides steady progression even with limited playtime. Regular collection prevents hitting the 12-hour cap and ensures continuous income flow. Strategic timing of log-off with boost items active significantly increases accumulated earnings. Passive income continues while focusing on base defense or raiding.
Challenges
12-hour cap means longer offline periods waste potential income. Requires regular login schedule for maximum efficiency. Income rate depends on pet collection strength - weak pets generate minimal offline income. Boost items expire if not collected timely, reducing efficiency.
Quick Tips
Log in at least every 12 hours to avoid cap
Time log-off with active boosts for maximum gain
Focus on collection size, not just individual pet value
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