If you’ve just spawned into Rintama High, you’re probably wondering where to even begin. The game throws you into a large town with dozens of NPCs, different activities, fighting styles, jobs, customization options, and roleplay mechanics without explaining much. That’s part of its charm, but it can also be overwhelming for first-time players.
When I first started playing, I made the same mistake most new players make—I immediately started running around the city looking for fights. After a while I realized I had ignored half of the features sitting right inside my phone. Once I slowed down and explored the menus, everything started making much more sense.
This guide covers everything a beginner should know before spending hours wandering around the city. Whether you’re interested in roleplaying, PvP, earning Yen, or simply creating the coolest-looking character possible, you’ll find everything explained below in a simple and practical way.
Rintama High Beginner Guide – Money Farming & Combat
Rintama High is a Roblox roleplay game inspired by Japanese high school life. The world is set in a fictional location based around central Japan near Kyoto, giving it a modern Japanese city atmosphere.
Unlike traditional Roblox fighting games where combat is the only objective, Rintama High lets you create your own story. You can attend school, work jobs, earn money, customize your character, participate in sports, socialize with other players, or challenge people in combat whenever you want.
The freedom is honestly one of the game’s biggest strengths. You aren’t forced into one specific playstyle.
Active Rintama High Codes
The developers regularly release codes that reward players with useful items and bonuses.
To redeem them:
- Open your phone.
- Navigate to the Codes menu.
- Enter an active code.
- Press Redeem.
- Claim your rewards.
Some launch codes mentioned include:
- RELEASE
- WEARENOTPAYTOWIN
- GETACAMCORDER
- LAUNCHWEEK
Keep in mind that codes eventually expire, so always redeem new ones as soon as they’re released.
Learning the Controls
Before exploring the city, spend a minute learning the basic controls.
Sprint
Press Shift to sprint around town.
Walking everywhere gets old very quickly, so you’ll probably spend most of your time sprinting between locations.
Phone
Press Tab to open your phone.
Nearly every important feature in Rintama High is accessed through your phone, including:
- Settings
- Codes
- Character customization
- Clothing
- Contacts
- Map
- Various applications
You’ll probably open your phone dozens of times every play session.
Combat Mode
Press G to enter combat.
However, this only works if Passive Mode has been turned off.
If nothing happens when pressing G, Passive Mode is almost certainly still enabled.
Passive Mode
Passive Mode protects you from PvP combat.
If your goal is simply to explore the city, attend classes, or roleplay with friends, keeping Passive Mode enabled is a great idea.
To disable Passive Mode:
- Open your phone.
- Open Settings.
- Locate Passive Mode.
- Turn it off.
Once disabled, you can attack other players and they’ll also be able to attack you.
If you’re brand new, I’d honestly recommend leaving Passive Mode enabled until you’re comfortable with the controls. Getting knocked out every few minutes isn’t the best way to learn the game.
Phone Features
Your phone acts almost like a second inventory.
Besides redeeming codes, it contains several useful menus you’ll constantly use.
Settings
The settings menu allows you to adjust different gameplay options including Passive Mode and various quality-of-life settings.
If your game feels laggy, it’s worth spending a minute experimenting with these options.
Character Customization
This is where Rintama High really stands out.
The amount of customization available is impressive.
You can completely redesign your character whenever you want, changing everything from hairstyles to clothing and accessories.
It feels much smoother than most Roblox customization systems, and after spending a little time with it you’ll probably understand why so many players praise it.
Clothing Import
One of the coolest features is the ability to import Roblox clothing directly into the game.
Here’s how it works:
- Open the Roblox Marketplace.
- Browse Classic Shirts or Classic T-Shirts.
- Find the clothing you want.
- Copy the Asset ID from the item’s page.
- Return to Rintama High.
- Paste the ID into the customization menu.
The same system works with several cosmetic options including hairstyles and faces.
Instead of relying only on the default wardrobe, you can create a completely unique character using Roblox’s huge catalog.
Personally, I spent way more time than I expected experimenting with different outfits. It’s surprisingly addictive once you realize how many combinations you can create.
Height System
Height isn’t purely cosmetic.
Your character’s height directly affects gameplay.
Taller Characters
Advantages include:
- Higher damage
- Better reach
- Larger hitbox
- Stronger melee presence
Shorter Characters
Advantages include:
- Faster movement
- Quicker combat
- Better mobility
Re-Rolling Height
Your height can be rerolled inside Character Customization.
If you’re happy with your current height, simply keep it.
There’s no need to endlessly reroll searching for the “perfect” number unless you’re planning to focus heavily on PvP.
A balanced height around average or slightly above average works well for most players.
Getting Around the City
The city is fairly large, but traveling doesn’t have to take forever.
Skateboard
The skateboard is one of the fastest methods of transportation.
Instead of sprinting everywhere, pull out your skateboard whenever you’re traveling between districts.
Once you get used to using it, exploring becomes much faster and far more enjoyable.
Map
Your phone also includes a detailed map.
Use it whenever you’re trying to locate:
- School
- Shops
- NPCs
- Job locations
- Important buildings
New players often ignore the map, but it’s honestly one of the most useful tools in the entire game.
School Activities
School isn’t just decoration.
You can participate in several different activities throughout the day.
Examples include:
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Scheduled school events
These activities help make the world feel alive rather than simply being another fighting game.
Earning Yen Fast
Money is one of the most important resources in Rintama High because it’s used to purchase various items and fighting styles.
The fastest and most consistent way to earn Yen is by completing jobs around the city.
Several NPCs offer different kinds of work, and although the payouts aren’t massive individually, they quickly add up if you consistently complete them.
If your goal is unlocking stronger Fighting Styles, focus on jobs first instead of spending all your time looking for PvP.
I actually made this mistake early on. I spent nearly all my time fighting other players and then wondered why I couldn’t afford better combat styles. After doing a few jobs instead, buying upgrades became much easier.
Important NPCs
Nearly every district contains NPCs with unique purposes.
Whenever you discover a new area, talk to everyone.
Some NPCs offer:
- Fighting Styles
- Jobs
- Shops
- Story interactions
- Character progression
- Role selection
Not every NPC has an important function, but you’ll never know unless you interact with them.
Fighting Styles
Combat becomes much more interesting after unlocking Fighting Styles.
One of the important NPCs allows you to purchase different styles using Yen.
Available options include:
- Basic Style
- Rush
- Beast
Rush is one of the earliest Fighting Styles many players purchase because it’s relatively affordable.
Keep in mind that changing Fighting Styles replaces your previous one.
Your money also isn’t refunded when switching, so choose carefully before spending your Yen.
Potential System
Another NPC introduces the Potential system.
Potential acts as another layer of character progression, giving players additional goals beyond simply unlocking combat styles.
Although beginners don’t need to master this system immediately, it’s worth knowing where this NPC is located because you’ll eventually return later.
Roles
Players aren’t limited to being students.
You can choose different roles including:
- Student
- Teacher
This adds another roleplay element that helps make each server feel unique.
Shops
Shops around the city sell a variety of useful items.
Some examples include:
- Notebooks
- Lollipops
- Miscellaneous consumables
Even though these items might seem small at first, visiting shops helps you become familiar with the city’s layout.
Combat Basics
Once Passive Mode is disabled, combat becomes available.
The combat system is deeper than it first appears.
Shift Lock
Before fighting anyone, enable Shift Lock.
Without it, controlling your character during combat feels awkward because turning your camera can accidentally trigger attacks.
Using Shift Lock gives you much better control over movement and aiming.
If you plan on spending time in PvP, this setting is almost mandatory.
Light Attacks
Use Left Click for quick attacks.
These are your primary combo starters.
Heavy Attacks
Use Right Click for heavy attacks.
Heavy attacks deal more damage but generally require better timing.
Guarding
Blocking reduces incoming damage.
However, don’t hold block forever.
Opponents can eventually break your guard, leaving you vulnerable.
Good defense is about timing your blocks rather than constantly holding them.
Parrying
Perfectly timing your defense allows you to parry incoming attacks.
Learning this mechanic separates experienced players from beginners.
It takes practice, but once you understand the timing you’ll notice a huge improvement in your fights.
Evading
Press Space to evade incoming attacks.
Think of evading as a dodge roll.
After using it, a cooldown appears at the bottom of the screen, so don’t waste it unnecessarily.
Saving your evade for dangerous situations is much smarter than using it the moment it’s becomes available.
Beginner Combat Tips
If you’re just starting PvP, don’t worry about winning immediately.
Instead, focus on learning:
- Attack timing.
- Guard timing.
- Parry timing.
- Movement.
- Dodge cooldown management.
The animations can initially feel a little unusual compared to other Roblox fighting games, so give yourself time to adjust.
After a few fights, everything starts feeling much smoother.
Rintama High isn’t a game you need to rush through. Some players jump straight into PvP, while others spend hours roleplaying, exploring shops, or creating the perfect character. That’s honestly what makes it enjoyable—there isn’t a single “correct” way to play.
If I had one recommendation for every new player, it would be to slow down during your first hour. Open every menu, talk to NPCs even if they don’t seem important, and don’t be afraid to experiment with different features. The game hides a surprising amount of depth behind what initially looks like a simple school roleplay experience.
Once you understand the basics—earning Yen, unlocking Fighting Styles, customizing your character, and learning the combat mechanics—you’ll have a much better time exploring everything Rintama High has to offer. The early learning curve is short, and after that, the game really opens up into a sandbox where you can play however you want.