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How to Make Money on The Rift RedM: A Comprehensive Guide

The Rift RedM server offers a bunch of opportunities to earn money while exploring its immersive, horse-centered world. From taming wild horses to trying your hand at delivery missions, there’s something for everyone. Here's an in-depth guide to help you maximize your earnings and enjoy the journey.


1. Berry Picking

Prerequisites: None


Pros:

  • No entry requirements; simply find a bush and start gathering.

  • Perfect for quick, casual sessions.

Cons:

  • Not all bushes are harvestable.

  • Inventory management is essential as the script doesn’t notify you when your pockets are full.

Tip: Valentine and its surrounding areas are rich in harvestable bushes, making them ideal for this activity.


2. Construction

Where: Hammer & pencil symbols in Valentine and Blackwater Prerequisites: None


Pros:

  • An engaging mini-game that offers a change of pace.

  • No prerequisites required to start.

Cons:

  • You can’t run while carrying boards; attempting to do so will make you drop them.

  • Repetitive gameplay might limit long-term appeal.


3. Delivery Missions

Long-Distance Deliveries


Prerequisites: None


Pros:

  • A great way to explore the map and discover hidden routes.

  • Deliveries can be chained together, optimizing your travel time.

Cons:

  • Cart speed and handling can be challenging.

  • Breaking the cart may require you to wait for the timer to run out or relog.

Tip: Develop a good understanding of the map to find shortcuts and maximize efficiency.


Postal Deliveries

Prerequisites: None


Pros:

  • Unique and lighthearted gameplay.

Cons:

  • Wagons have poor handling and often require you to backtrack.


4. Gold Panning

Prerequisites: Gold Pan ($100, purchased at the General Store under "Tools")


Pros:

  • Works in any body of water.

  • Quick return on your initial investment.

Cons:

  • Inventory can fill up quickly; saddlebags or wagons are recommended.


Tip: Monitor your inventory and avoid losing gold nuggets by staying under capacity.


5. Horse Taming

Prerequisites: Lasso (purchased at the weapon store)


Pros:

  • A fun and interactive way to earn money while enjoying the beauty of the game’s horse mechanics.

  • Captured horses can be sold for profit.

Cons:

  • You might get attached to your tamed horses, making it hard to sell them!


Tip: Wild horse buyers are located in Tumbleweed, Emerald Ranch, Beecher’s Hope, and near Rhodes.


6. Horse Training

Prerequisites: A horse from the Sires Stable


Pros:

  • Fun mini-games that enhance your horse’s stats.

  • A fully trained horse sells for significantly more.

Cons:

  • Training to max XP (10,000) takes time.


Tip: Pair horse training with horse taming to maximize profits by selling fully trained horses.


7. Hunting

Prerequisites: A rifle (Bolt Action or Carcano recommended) and a hunting wagon


Pros:

  • Skinning animals nearly doubles your payout.

  • Great for improving your aim.

Cons:

  • Selling the haul can be time-consuming.


Tip: Equip a knife to skin animals and maximize profits.


8. Mining

Prerequisites: Pickaxe ($50, purchased at the General Store under "Tools")


Pros:

  • Quickly recoup the cost of the pickaxe.

Cons:

  • Mining spots can be hard to locate.


Tip: Always carry your pickaxe for opportunistic mining when you come across suitable rocks.


9. Sire’s Horse Rescue Missions

Prerequisites: A horse from the Sire Stable and a weapon


Pros:

  • Rescuing horses is rewarding and cost-effective.

  • Combine rescue missions with training to earn more.

Cons:

  • Requires a $500 fee to stable the horse.


Tip: While the initial cost may seem high, the rewards from selling or training the horse make it worthwhile.


10. Fishing

Prerequisites: Fishing rod ($3, purchased at the Gunsmith) and bait (available at the Blackwater Bait Shop)


Pros:

  • A relaxing way to earn money.

Cons:

  • Requires patience, as the payout is relatively low.


Tip: Stick to inexpensive bait to minimize costs.


11. Lumber

Prerequisites: Lumber Axe ($50, purchased at the General Store under "Tools")


Pros:

  • Combines well with other activities like berry picking and mining.

Cons:

  • Identifying gatherable trees can be tricky.


Tip: Use a wooded area and combine it with other money-making methods for maximum efficiency.


Making the Most of Your Time on The Rift RedM

Whether you prefer taming horses, hunting, or gold panning, The Rift RedM offers diverse ways to earn money while enjoying its rich gameplay. Try different methods to find what suits your style best, and don’t forget to visit the Discord server for tutorials and community tips.


Happy trails, and may your journey on The Rift be both profitable and unforgettable!


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