How to Use the In-Game Breakeven Calculator
Is an in-game purchase worth it? Enter the amount you spent and the daily value of the benefit (in dollars) to calculate when you'll break even and what the net value looks like after a year.
To find daily value: convert the daily benefit — extra gold, time saved, or performance gains — into dollars. The shorter the breakeven period, the better the economic value.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate daily value?
Convert daily benefit into dollars. For example, 100 extra gold/day at $0.01/gold = $1 daily value. Or convert time saved to your hourly rate.
What if the effect is temporary?
Divide total benefit during the effect period by number of days to get daily value.
Long breakeven = bad value?
Not necessarily — enjoyment, time savings, and competitive edge are hard to quantify. Use this as an economic reference point.