GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Bills Must Be Paid session
Our guide helps you refine each aspect of Bills Must Be Paid, from managing stamina to choosing the optimal hammer. By focusing on incremental improvements and strategic upgrade paths, you can extend runs, earn more money, and avoid bankruptcy while enjoying the game's quirky piggy‑bank mechanics.
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Stamina Management
Track how many smashes you can perform before stamina drops. Compare runs with different grip upgrades to see which extends your session the most.
- Watch stamina closely and pause before you’re exhausted.
- Prioritize bills that appear early to avoid bankruptcy.
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Bill Prioritization
Record the order bills appear and which ones you pay first. Notice if early payments reduce the chance of bankruptcy in longer runs.
- Pay off bills as soon as they appear to keep momentum.
- Use legacy points wisely to boost stamina or grip.
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Upgrade Path Testing
Experiment with different skill‑tree branches—focus on luck versus grip—and measure the impact on total money collected per run.
- Balance grip and stamina upgrades for sustained smashing.
- Experiment with luck upgrades to find high‑value piggies.
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Hammer Selection
Try each hammer type for a set number of runs, noting crit frequency, radius coverage, and speed to determine which aligns with your playstyle.
- Try a fast hammer for quick runs, then switch to a high‑crit hammer for big payouts.
- Match hammer radius to the typical piggy movement patterns.
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Controller vs Keyboard
Play identical sessions using a controller and then a keyboard, observing any differences in precision or comfort that affect your smashing efficiency.
- Enable Camera Comfort if you experience motion discomfort.
- Adjust volume controls for a quieter play session.
