Need cash in The Forge? You've come to the right place! This guide covers the best money-making methods that actually work. Whether you're a casual player or someone who loves grinding PvE content, we've got you covered with two efficient farming strategies.

The Forge is a party-based game, so these methods work great whether you're playing solo or with friends. Let's dive into the fastest ways to stack that cash!

💰 Quick Summary

Method 1: Mass craft Great Axes (casual, crafting-focused) — Method 2: Farm Essences in Magma area (active, PvE-focused). Both methods are highly effective!

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Method 1: Mass Crafting Great Axes

This method is perfect for casual players who prefer crafting over combat. Instead of crafting random armors or weapons, you want to be specific about what you craft — and that means Great Axes!

📊 Great Axe Crafting Stats

Ores Required

57%

Craft Chance

$16K+

Per Batch (11 items)

Step 1 Gather 20 Ores

Collect exactly 20 ores total. It doesn't matter if it's a combination of multiple ore types or a single type — as long as you put 20 ores in total, you'll trigger the Great Axe crafting chance.

Step 2 Craft at the Forge

Head to the forge and start crafting. With 20 ores, you have a 57% chance to craft a Great Axe. Sometimes you'll get swords or other weapons instead — that's just RNG, but most of the time you'll get Great Axes.

Step 3 Sell Everything

Great Axes sell for a lot! The higher quality materials you use, the better prices you can sell them for. In testing, 11 crafted items sold for $16,000 — that's crazy good!

⚠️ Alternative: Skull Crushers

If you want to try for Skull Crushers instead, you'll need at least 30 ores. They sell for even more, but require more resources to craft.

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Method 2: Essence Farming in Magma Area

This is one of the best ways to earn money in the game and is considered a bit of a secret method! Essences are primarily used for upgrading armors and weapons, but since you don't always need them, selling them is incredibly profitable.

📊 Why Essence Farming Works

2-in-1

Levels + Cash

Epic

Essence Drops

Superior

Essence Drops

Step 1 Travel to the Magma Area

Head to the Magma area in the game. Sometimes there's a rock covering the pathway. If you can't break it, you can glitch through:

Glitch your camera by looking through the rock
Use dash to clip through the barrier
You should now be inside the Magma area!

Step 2 Farm the NPCs

Start killing the NPCs around the Magma area. They drop Epic Essences and Superior Essences frequently. You'll get a lot of essences in just a few kills!

Step 3 Sell Your Essences

Once you've farmed enough, sell your Epic and Superior Essences. They give you significant cash — this is the secret to fast money in The Forge!

🍀 Luck Totem Boost

If you have a Luck Totem, use it! It will significantly boost your drop chances for essences, making this method even more profitable.

💡 Double Benefits

The best part about this method? You're gaining levels AND farming cash at the same time! It's the most efficient use of your time in the game.

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Which Method Should You Use?

Both methods are effective, but they suit different playstyles. Here's a quick comparison to help you decide:

Aspect	Great Axe Crafting	Essence Farming
Playstyle	Casual, Crafting	Active, PvE Combat
Requirements	20 ores per craft	Combat-ready gear
XP Gain	Minimal	High (levels up fast!)
Consistency	RNG-based (57% chance)	Consistent drops
Best For	Miners & Crafters	Fighters & Grinders

🏆 Our Recommendation

We prefer Method 2 (Essence Farming) because it's simple, consistent, and you're farming levels AND cash at the same time. But if you enjoy mining and crafting, Method 1 is also very profitable!

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Pro Tips for Maximum Profit

🎯 Use Higher Quality Ores

When crafting Great Axes, using higher quality materials results in better sell prices. Don't just use basic ores if you have access to better ones!

🍀 Always Use Luck Totems

Luck Totems significantly boost your drop rates. If you have them, always activate one before farming essences in the Magma area.

👥 Party Up

The Forge is a party-based game! Farming with friends in the Magma area is faster and more fun. You can clear NPCs quicker and get more drops.

⛏️ Upgrade Your Pickaxe

Better pickaxes mean faster ore gathering for Method 1. Check out our Pickaxe Guide to find the best mining tool for your level.

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