How to Rake in the Bells: Mastering the Money Rock in Animal Crossing
So, you’re looking to strike it rich in Animal Crossing, eh? A savvy move! The key is understanding the Money Rock. The core concept is simple: once a day, one random rock on your island will transform into a veritable fountain of Bells. Equip your shovel, give that rock a good whack, and watch the shiny coins spill forth. But there’s a knack to maximizing your haul, a secret to getting every last Bell out of that stony ATM. Let’s dive into the strategy!
Unlocking the Rock’s Riches: The Technique
Here’s the straightforward answer: To get money from rocks in Animal Crossing, you need to hit them with a shovel. However, merely hitting the rock once won’t cut it. You want to repeatedly strike the rock as quickly as possible to extract the maximum amount of Bells (or other resources) before the rock stops producing. The maximum number of hits you can get is eight, and by using a few tricks, you can ensure you get all eight every single time.
The Digging-Hole Hack: Your Key to Success
The problem most players face is that each time you hit the rock, your character gets knocked backward. This wastes precious time, preventing you from reaching the eight-hit maximum. The solution? Strategically placed holes!
- Positioning is Paramount: Stand directly adjacent to the rock, ideally with a corner of the rock facing you.
- Dig Those Holes: Using your shovel, dig two or three holes directly behind you, forming a barrier. The number of holes depends on the layout of the land around the rock; whatever keeps you from moving.
- Hammer Away!: Face the rock and furiously press the ‘A’ button to repeatedly hit it with your shovel. The holes will prevent you from being knocked back, allowing you to squeeze in all eight hits within the limited time frame.
With practice, you’ll become a Money Rock master, effortlessly pocketing a substantial sum each day.
Frequently Asked Questions: Rock Solid Knowledge
1. How many Bells can I get from a Money Rock?
You can get up to around 16,100 Bells from a money rock, provided you hit it eight times. The amount increases with each successive hit, so it’s crucial to maximize your strikes.
2. Is the Money Rock the only rock that produces items?
No. All the rocks on your island will produce materials when struck with a shovel. However, only one rock per day will be the designated Money Rock. The other rocks will give you resources like stone, clay, iron nuggets, or gold nuggets.
3. How do I know which rock is the Money Rock each day?
There’s no visual indicator before you hit the rock. You’ll only know it’s the Money Rock when Bells start popping out. If you hit a rock and get stone, clay, or iron, you’ll know that’s not the Money Rock for that day.
4. What if I accidentally break the Money Rock?
Don’t panic! The Money Rock will still respawn like any other broken rock. You’ll just have to wait until the next day to try again. Remember, only one rock spawns per day, so smashing all of them might not be the best way to get money quickly.
5. Can I move the rocks on my island?
Yes, but only indirectly. You can break rocks by eating fruit and then hitting them with your shovel or axe. The broken rock will then respawn in a new, random location the following day. It might take some time, but you can effectively relocate all your rocks. This is a strategy some use to create a Rock Garden.
6. What’s a “Rock Garden” in Animal Crossing?
A Rock Garden is a designed area on your island where you force all your rocks to spawn, creating a visually appealing and easily accessible resource hub. It involves covering most of your island with mannequins, custom designs, or other items to prevent rocks from spawning anywhere else.
7. Why aren’t my rocks spawning where I want them to?
Rocks require a clear 3×3 grid to spawn. Anything blocking this space – trees, furniture, flowers, weeds, cliffs, custom designs, and even placed paths – will prevent a rock from spawning.
8. Does the type of shovel I use affect the number of Bells I get?
No. The type of shovel ( flimsy, regular, or golden) doesn’t affect the amount of Bells or resources you obtain from rocks. It only affects the durability of the tool.
9. What if I don’t dig holes behind me? Can I still get all eight hits?
It’s extremely difficult to get all eight hits without digging holes. The knockback animation will waste too much time. The holes are crucial for maximizing your efficiency.
10. Can I use an axe instead of a shovel to hit the rocks?
Yes, you can use an axe, but it’s not recommended. Axes degrade faster when hitting rocks, and shovels are more durable for this task. Additionally, using an axe when you have eaten fruit will break the rock.
11. I’m having trouble getting all eight hits. Any other tips?
Make sure you have a clear path leading to the rock. Eliminate any obstacles that might slow you down as you approach. Also, practice makes perfect! The more you do it, the faster you’ll become.
12. Can villagers help me find the Money Rock?
No, villagers don’t give any hints about which rock is the Money Rock for the day. You have to discover it yourself.
13. Does time traveling affect the Money Rock?
Yes, time traveling affects the Money Rock. Each new day (even if it’s a time-traveled day) will have a new Money Rock. However, excessive time traveling can sometimes cause other issues in your game, such as villagers moving out unexpectedly.
14. What else can I do to make money in Animal Crossing?
Besides the Money Rock, you can earn Bells by selling fish, bugs, fruit (especially non-native fruit), crafted items, and by playing the stalk market (buying and selling turnips). Planting money trees is another worthwhile thing to consider.
15. Can I learn more about the educational aspects of Animal Crossing?
Absolutely! Animal Crossing and other video games can be very valuable in studying and learning about social interactions and strategy. You can learn more at the Games Learning Society website at https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/. GamesLearningSociety.org is an organization dedicated to the study of how people learn through playing games.