Most idle RPGs reward players with stronger gear, bigger numbers, and eventually harder content. TBH: Task Bar Hero does all of that, but it also offers something most games don’t: the ability to turn your farming sessions into Steam Wallet funds through the Steam Marketplace.
After spending time with the game and watching how the market behaves, one thing becomes clear. Making money in TBH isn’t simply about reaching the highest stage possible. The players who earn the most are usually the ones who understand what to farm, what to keep, what to sell, and how to build a team that can efficiently run content around the clock.
This guide covers everything you need to know about maximizing your Steam Market income, including the best farming setup, recommended skill builds, valuable drops, marketplace strategies, and realistic earning expectations.
TBH Task Bar Hero Money-Making Guide
TBH is designed around continuous farming.
Your heroes automatically battle enemies, complete stages, collect loot, and repeat the process endlessly. Since the game can run in the background, progression continues even while you’re working, browsing, or playing other games.
Your primary responsibilities are:
- Keep the game running.
- Monitor inventory space.
- Upgrade heroes when necessary.
- Sort valuable loot from junk.
- List worthwhile items on the Steam Marketplace.
The more efficient your farming setup becomes, the more loot you generate every hour.
Item Rarity
Every piece of equipment belongs to one of the following rarity tiers:
- Common
- Uncommon
- Rare
- Legendary
- Immortal
- Arcana
- Beyond
- Celestial
- Divine
- Cosmic
As a general rule, anything Immortal and above deserves immediate attention.
These rarities are often where Steam Market value begins.
However, many players make the mistake of assuming rarity automatically equals price.
During the game’s launch period, several Legendary items actually sold for more than certain Immortal items. Demand matters just as much as rarity.
Always check the marketplace before selling valuable drops.
Best Team Composition for Farming
After testing multiple formations, the strongest farming team remains:
Knight + Ranger + Priest
This composition offers the best balance between progression and loot generation.
Knight
The Knight serves as the frontline tank.
His purpose is to absorb damage and allow the team to survive increasingly difficult stages.
Without a durable tank, progression eventually stalls because the team cannot consistently clear high-level content.
Ranger
The Ranger provides the highest sustained damage output available during auto-combat.
Faster kills result in:
- Faster stage clears
- More farming cycles
- More loot drops
- More potential market sales
Priest
The Priest keeps the Knight alive while also increasing overall team damage through buffs.
Many players underestimate just how much additional farming efficiency comes from a properly built Priest.
Knight Skill Build
The Knight should focus almost entirely on survivability.
| Skill | Points |
|---|---|
| Health Boost | 8/8 |
| Piercing Strike | 5/5 |
| HP Regen Boost | 1/5 |
| Everything Else | 0 |
Health Boost increases maximum HP, which also improves the effectiveness of Priest healing.
Piercing Strike deals 330% AoE Physical Damage and serves as the Knight’s primary offensive ability.
HP Regeneration Boost provides additional sustain.
Skills such as Attack Damage, Shield Charge, and Retribution Strike are generally considered poor investments for a farming-focused tank build.
Ranger Skill Build
The Ranger is responsible for most of the team’s damage output.
| Skill | Points |
|---|---|
| Attack Speed Boost | 8/8 |
| Rapid Fire | 5/5 |
| Crit Chance Boost | 1/8 |
| Everything Else | 0 |
Attack Speed Boost grants +32% Attack Speed.
Rapid Fire deals 180% damage per arrow and scales exceptionally well with increased attack speed.
A small investment into Crit Chance creates a foundation for future scaling.
Burst Shot only provides 162% damage, making it weaker than Rapid Fire for long-term farming.
Priest Skill Build
The Priest serves as both healer and support.
| Skill | Points |
|---|---|
| Healing | 5/5 |
| Blessing of Strength | 5/5 |
| Health Boost | 4/8 |
| Everything Else | 0 |
Healing restores 18% of an ally’s maximum HP.
Blessing of Strength increases nearby allies’ damage by 50%.
Health Boost improves Priest survivability.
One example from the original testing showed a Knight increasing from 22 damage per hit to 33 damage per hit while affected by Blessing of Strength.
This translates directly into faster stage clears and higher loot generation.
Farming Progression Route
Different stages become profitable at different points in progression.
Early Game
Location: Act 1 Normal and Hard
Expected Drops:
- Common
- Rare
- Legendary
Recommended Sales:
- Duplicate Legendary Items
- Valuable Level 10 Gear
Expected AFK Duration:
- 4 to 8 Hours
Mid Game
Location: Act 2
Expected Drops:
- Legendary
- Occasional Immortal
Recommended Sales:
- Excess Immortal Gear
Expected AFK Duration:
- 12 to 24 Hours
Late Game
Location: Act 3
Expected Drops:
- Regular Immortal Gear
- Arcana Items
- Higher-Rarity Equipment
Recommended Sales:
- Immortal+
- Arcana+
- Valuable Materials
Expected AFK Duration:
- 24+ Hours
The Bat Pet Priority
If you’re focused on profit, unlocking pets should not be ignored.
The Bat is considered the highest priority pet for new players.
Bat Bonuses
- +10% Common Chest Drop Chance
- +15% EXP Gain
For a free pet, these bonuses provide tremendous long-term value.
Best Bat Farming Location
Stage 1-7
Reasons:
- Fast clears
- Consistent Bat spawns
- Efficient farming progress
Because pet bonuses remain active permanently, unlocking the Bat early pays dividends throughout your entire account progression.
The Cube System Warning
Many players accidentally waste resources because they misunderstand how marketplace listings work.
Critical Rule
When an item is listed on the Steam Marketplace:
- Decoration stats are removed.
- Engraving bonuses are removed.
- Cube enhancements are removed.
The item effectively returns to its base version.
What This Means
Never invest Cube resources into items you intend to sell.
Only upgrade gear you plan on using personally.
Otherwise you’re throwing valuable resources away.
How to Sell Items Properly
Many new players lose money simply because they list items incorrectly.
Step 1
Locate similar items currently listed on the Steam Marketplace.
Step 2
Check recent sales history.
Current listings tell you what sellers want.
Sales history tells you what buyers actually paid.
Step 3
Choose a selling strategy.
Fast Sale Strategy
List your item 5% to 10% below the current lowest listing.
Maximum Profit Strategy
List near the average price shown in recent completed sales.
Step 4
Monitor the listing.
If the item remains unsold after 3 or more days, reduce the price by approximately 10% to 15%.
Launch Week Market Prices
These were actual launch-period sales recorded by players.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Blessed Tome (Legendary) A | ~₴34 |
| Long Staff (Immortal) | ~₴13 |
| Iron Scepter (Immortal) | ~₴13 |
| Brilliant Orb (Legendary) | ~₴6 |
| Soulstone Normal | ₴3 to ₴4 |
| Minor Emerald | ~₴4 |
| Obsidian Shard | ~₴4 |
| Minor Topaz | ~₴2 |
One of the biggest surprises was the Blessed Tome.
Despite being only Legendary rarity, it sold for approximately ₴34, significantly outperforming several Immortal items.
This perfectly demonstrates why market demand matters more than rarity.
Materials That Generate Real Profit
Many players focus entirely on equipment and overlook crafting materials.
According to launch-week observations, crafting materials generated roughly 52% of total revenue.
Some of the most valuable materials included:
- Soulstones
- Emeralds
- Obsidian Shards
- Topaz
- Crafting resources
Do not automatically alchemize these items.
Check the market first.
Important Marketplace Fees
Steam takes approximately 15% from every completed sale.
Always factor this deduction into your pricing strategy.
The displayed listing price is not what ultimately arrives in your Steam Wallet.
Profit Maximization Tips
To maximize earnings:
- Keep the game running as much as possible.
- Unlock the Bat pet immediately.
- Save useful Immortal gear.
- Sell duplicate Immortal items.
- List crafting materials.
- Monitor prices daily.
- Use Synthesis on low-rarity equipment.
- Never Cube items before selling.
- Continue progressing into higher Acts.
Most importantly, avoid exploits and cheats.
According to launch community reports, approximately 70 players received marketplace-related penalties or bans shortly after release.
Realistic Monthly Earnings
Actual income depends heavily on playtime, progression, and market conditions.
Casual Player
Game runs occasionally.
Estimated Monthly Income:
€1 to €5
Active Farmer
Game runs most of the day.
Estimated Monthly Income:
€5 to €20
Optimized Farmer
Act 3 progression with efficient builds and constant farming.
Estimated Monthly Income:
€20 to €50+
TBH: Task Bar Hero is one of the few idle RPGs where efficient farming can produce actual Steam Wallet value. The players who earn the most aren’t necessarily the highest-level players. They’re the players who understand the market, maintain efficient farming teams, price items correctly, and know which drops are worth selling.
Build around the Knight, Ranger, and Priest. Prioritize the Bat pet. Check every valuable drop before selling. Pay attention to crafting materials. Most importantly, remember that consistency wins. A character farming efficiently for weeks will generate far more value than one chasing short-term upgrades without a plan.