Lurking GiantsThe economy in Lurking Giants revolves around one major purchase: the Guilt Giant for 7,000 coins. While Locust is free, Guilt provides significantly higher chase pressure and dominates the current meta, especially on City map. This guide breaks down every method of earning coins, calculates how long it takes to reach 7,000 coins, and provides optimal farming strategies to minimize your grinding time.
Understanding the economy is essential because the 7,000-coin cost for Guilt represents a substantial time investment. Without a clear strategy, you could spend weeks earning coins inefficiently. This guide gives you the math and the methods to reach your goal as quickly as possible.
Coin Earning Methods — Complete Breakdown
There are three primary methods of earning coins in Lurking Giants: surviving rounds as a survivor, getting kills as the Giant, and redeeming promo codes. Each method has different earning rates and time investments.
| Method | Coins per Instance | Frequency | Time per Instance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Survive a round | 100-200 | Every round survived | ~5 minutes |
| Kill as Giant | 25 per kill | When selected as Giant | Variable |
| Giant performance bonus | ~50-100 | End of Giant round | ~5 minutes |
| SORRYFORDELAY code | 200 | One-time | Instant |
The survivor earning rate is the most reliable because every player experiences it in every round they survive. The Giant earning rate depends on how many survivors you can eliminate, which varies by skill level and the map being played.
The Guilt Unlock Calculator
To calculate how many rounds you need to unlock Guilt, you need to know your average coin earning per round. This depends on your survival rate and how often you are selected as the Giant.
| Scenario | Avg Coins/Round | Rounds to 7,000 | Time Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% survivor, 150 avg | 150 | 47 rounds | ~4 hours |
| 80% survivor, 120 avg | 120 | 58 rounds | ~5 hours |
| Mixed survivor/Giant, 180 avg | 180 | 39 rounds | ~3.3 hours |
| Optimal farming (see below) | 200+ | 35 rounds | ~3 hours |
The key variable is your average survival rate. If you die early in most rounds, your coin earning drops dramatically. A survivor who dies at 3:00 AM earns roughly half the coins of one who survives to 6:00 AM. This makes learning survival strategies directly linked to your economic progress.
Optimal Coin Farming Strategy
The fastest path to 7,000 coins combines three elements: high survival rate, strategic Giant play, and code redemption.
Step 1: Redeem SORRYFORDELAY immediately. This gives you 200 coins for free, reducing your grind by approximately 1-2 rounds. Open the Shop, go to the Codes tab, type SORRYFORDELAY in all uppercase letters, and press Check.
Step 2: Maximize your survival rate. Every round you survive to 6:00 AM earns maximum coins. Focus on learning reliable hiding spots, perfecting your pulse relocation, and avoiding the common mistakes covered in our beginner guide. A survivor who survives 80 percent of rounds earns coins roughly twice as fast as one who survives only 40 percent.
Step 3: Be efficient when selected as Giant. When you become the Giant, focus on getting as many kills as possible. Each kill earns 25 coins, and there is a performance bonus at the end of the round. On Forest map, Locust can chase survivors through geyser fields. On City map, Guilt can dominate vertical chases.
Step 4: Play in larger lobbies. 16-player servers give the Giant more targets, increasing potential kill earnings. Larger lobbies also mean more survivors to split the Giant attention during survival rounds, increasing your chance of surviving to 6:00 AM.
Step 5: Choose the right map. Forest is generally easier for survival, which maximizes your survivor coin income. City gives the Giant more kill opportunities with vertical chases. Vote strategically based on your confidence level.
The Math: Survivor vs Giant Earnings
Let us compare the two primary earning methods with specific numbers. Assuming a 5-minute round:
Survivor Earnings Analysis: If you survive to 6:00 AM, you earn approximately 100-200 coins. The average is around 150 coins. Over 10 rounds, that is approximately 1,500 coins. At this rate, reaching 7,000 coins requires about 47 rounds or approximately 4 hours of gameplay.
Giant Earnings Analysis: As the Giant, your earnings depend on kills. With 15 survivors, a skilled Giant might eliminate 5-8 survivors per round. At 25 coins per kill plus a performance bonus, a good Giant round earns roughly 175-300 coins. However, you are not selected as the Giant every round — the selection is random. In a 16-player lobby, each player has roughly a 1 in 16 chance per round.
The combined expected value per round for a player who survives 80 percent of the time as a survivor and performs well as Giant is approximately 150-200 coins per round over many rounds. This gives an estimated 35-47 rounds to reach 7,000 coins, or roughly 3-4 hours of focused gameplay.
Speed Comparison: With and Without Codes
| Method | Coins | Rounds Saved | Time Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| SORRYFORDELAY | 200 | 1-2 rounds | 5-10 min |
| Future codes (estimated) | 100-500 | 1-3 rounds | 5-15 min |
| No codes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Codes provide small but meaningful boosts. The SORRYFORDELAY code saves approximately 5-10 minutes of farming time. While this seems minor, every code helps accelerate the grind. New codes are typically released during game updates, so checking the ULTRA works Discord regularly can net you additional coins when they drop.
The 2x Giant Chance Game Pass and Economy
The 2x Giant Chance game pass costs 250 Robux and doubles your probability of being selected as the Giant each round. For players who want to maximize their Giant earnings, this pass is a valuable investment. Being selected as Giant more often means more kill rounds and faster coin accumulation.
However, the pass only increases Giant selection probability — it does not guarantee you will be the Giant every round. The coin benefit depends on your skill as a Giant. A player who consistently eliminates 5-8 survivors per Giant round earns significantly more with this pass than one who struggles to get kills.
Long-Term Economy Considerations
After unlocking Guilt, the economy becomes less urgent. However, future updates may introduce new coin purchases. The VERITY rework is expected to add new Giants and potentially other coin-priced items. Saving coins after Guilt unlock is a reasonable strategy for future content.
Additionally, the survivor perks system announced for the VERITY rework may change the economy. If perks cost coins, the demand for efficient coin farming will increase. This makes learning optimal farming strategies now valuable for future updates.
Economy Mistakes to Avoid
- Not redeeming SORRYFORDELAY: This 200-coin code is free money. Redeem it immediately.
- Dying early consistently: Early deaths cut your per-round earnings in half. Focus on survival.
- Wasting Giant rounds: When selected as Giant, hunt aggressively to maximize kill count.
- Playing in empty lobbies: Small lobbies mean fewer survivors to kill and less attention-splitting.
- Ignoring future codes: Check the Discord regularly for new code announcements.
Coin Earning by Game Phase — When You Earn the Most
Understanding when coins are earned during a round helps you prioritize survival decisions. Your coin payout is calculated at the end of the round, and it scales based on how long you survive. Players who die at 1:00 AM earn significantly less than those who survive to 6:00 AM.
| Death/Survival Point | Approximate Survivor Coins | Giant Kill Value | Total Round Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Die at 1:00 AM | 20–30 | 0 | 20–30 |
| Die at 2:00 AM | 40–60 | 0 | 40–60 |
| Die at 3:00 AM | 60–90 | 0 | 60–90 |
| Die at 4:00 AM | 80–120 | 0 | 80–120 |
| Die at 5:00 AM | 90–140 | 0 | 90–140 |
| Survive to 6:00 AM | 100–200 | 0 | 100–200 |
| Giant (5 kills) | 0 | 125 + bonus ~50 | 175 |
| Giant (8 kills) | 0 | 200 + bonus ~100 | 300 |
Key insight: Surviving to 6:00 AM is worth approximately 5–10 times more than dying at 1:00 AM. Every additional hour of survival dramatically increases your coin payout. This is why learning advanced survival techniques — pulse relocation, audio awareness, and map knowledge — directly translates into faster economic progress.
The Survival-Economy Connection
| Skill Level | Survival Rate | Avg Coins/Round | Rounds to Guilt | Time to Guilt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner (survives 30%) | 30% | 60–80 | 88–117 rounds | 7–10 hours |
| Intermediate (survives 60%) | 60% | 100–130 | 54–70 rounds | 4.5–6 hours |
| Advanced (survives 85%) | 85% | 140–180 | 39–50 rounds | 3.3–4.2 hours |
| Expert (survives 95%) | 95% | 170–200 | 35–41 rounds | 3–3.5 hours |
The data clearly shows that improving your survival rate is the most impactful economic investment you can make. An intermediate player who dedicates time to learning pulse timing and relocation strategy will earn coins nearly twice as fast as a beginner who plays recklessly.
Tracking Your Progress — How to Stay Motivated
The 7,000-coin grind can feel daunting, but tracking your progress helps maintain motivation. Here are practical tips:
- Check your coin balance after every round: The Shop menu shows your current total. Track it mentally or write it down.
- Set milestone goals: 1,000 coins, 2,500 coins, 5,000 coins, and finally 7,000. Each milestone represents meaningful progress.
- Calculate remaining rounds: At 150 coins per round average, each 1,000 coins requires approximately 7 rounds. This gives you a concrete sense of how close you are.
- Combine farming with practice: Do not treat coin farming as a separate activity. Every round you survive teaches you skills that improve your future earning rate.
- Use the ULTRA works Discord community: Join other players working toward the same goal. Shared progress creates motivation and accountability.
Coin Economy Summary
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Guilt cost | 7,000 coins |
| Average survivor earning | 150 coins/round |
| Average Giant earning | 175-300 coins/round |
| SORRYFORDELAY bonus | 200 coins |
| Estimated rounds to Guilt | 35-47 rounds |
| Estimated time to Guilt | 3-4 hours |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rounds does it take to unlock Guilt? It takes approximately 35-47 rounds of focused gameplay to earn 7,000 coins, depending on your survival rate and Giant performance. This translates to roughly 3-4 hours of playtime.
What is the fastest way to earn coins? Maximize your survival rate by learning reliable hiding strategies, and hunt aggressively when selected as the Giant. Also redeem the SORRYFORDELAY code for a free 200-coin boost.
Is Guilt worth 7,000 coins? Yes, if you enjoy playing as the Giant. Guilt has S-tier chase pressure and dominates on City map with vertical pursuits. It is significantly stronger than the free Locust Giant.
Will the economy change with the VERITY rework? The VERITY rework is expected to add new coin purchases including potentially new Giants and survivor perks. Saving coins after Guilt unlock is a reasonable strategy for future content.
Do Giants earn more coins than survivors? It depends on kill count. A skilled Giant who eliminates many survivors can earn more per round than a survivor. However, you are not selected as Giant every round, so survivor earnings are more consistent.