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Starting out in Torn can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to making money. From the time you first enter the game until you exit happy jump range, building your wealth should be a top priority. Below are some of the best methods to earn cash early on.
Ranked warring is one of the best ways to make money in Torn. Many factions pay their members based on performance, meaning the better you do, the more you earn. To maximize your earnings:
Learn how your faction distributes ranked war payouts.
Train your stats regularly to improve your battle performance.
Follow faction war strategies to optimize your attacks.
Use refills and drugs effectively to maximize your contribution.
Before you focus on making money, make sure you’re not losing what you already have! Scammers and thieves are everywhere in Torn. Read our guide on keeping your money safe to ensure your hard-earned cash is protected.
One of the easiest ways to make money early on is by flying to other countries and bringing back valuable items like:
Plushies and flowers, which other players buy to turn in at The Museum.
Xanax, which has a high resale value in Torn.
Other high-demand items that traders buy in bulk.
You can sell these items:
In your bazaar (which can be purchased with points).
On the item market.
To traders who buy in bulk.
Regular flying can provide steady, reliable income while you progress in the game. Make sure you watch out for buy-muggers and scammers!
If you want to jump-start your finances, you can buy Donator Packs with real money and sell them in Torn’s pawn shop for $23.5M each. While this isn’t necessary, it can be a huge help when cash is hard to come by early in the game.
Investing in stocks can provide valuable perks that earn you passive income. To earn the benefit for a particular stock, you have to buy a certain number of stocks. Some example stocks to look at:
SYM (Symbiotic Investments) – Earn one drug pack every 7 days (sells for about $4M).
FHG (Feathery Hotel Group) – Earn one Feathery Hotel Coupon every 7 days (sells for over $11M).
Buying enough of a particular stock to earn the benefit can be expensive, but it's a great way to invest extra cash to get a little payoff.
Long-term, bank investments are one of the best ways to grow your net worth. To maximize your earnings:
Invest for the longest term (three months) to get the best returns.
Put merits into bank interest to increase your profit.
Buy enough stock in TCI (Torn City Investments) to get a bonus on your bank interest.
Keep in mind that once you start a bank investment, your money will be locked until the term is complete.
Selling bounty slots is an easy way to make quick cash. Players can only have 10 active bounties at a time, so many buy bounty slots to place additional bounties.
To get started:
Join the Bounty Hunters Guild Discord (linked in the Torn forums: here).
Follow instructions to start selling your bounty slots.
Note: Selling bounty slots is not the same as selling losses. Selling losses is not allowed in Legit Factions due to its long-term consequences.
If you have real-world skills, you can offer services in exchange for Torn money. Some common services include:
Discord bot creation or management
Graphic design (faction banners, profile images, etc.)
Guide writing or other content creation
Check the forums to see what services others are offering and determine if your skills can help you earn additional income in Torn.
By using these methods, you can quickly build your finances and set yourself up for long-term success in Torn. Whether you choose to participate in ranked wars, invest in stocks, or become a skilled trader, the key is to start early and stay consistent. Good luck out there!