Hellbridge Demo Currency Guide: All Coins & How to Earn Them
Updated 2026-06-14
Overview of Currencies
Hellbridge Demo features a multi-currency economy designed to support both immediate upgrades and long-term progression. Understanding each currency type is essential for efficient resource management and faster character growth. This guide covers all currencies available in the demo, how to earn them, and what to prioritize.
This guide is based on the free demo available on Steam. The full release may introduce additional currencies or adjust earning rates.
Gold Coins
Gold Coins are the primary currency used for basic upgrades, purchasing consumables, and unlocking early-game gear. You will earn Gold Coins through most gameplay activities.
How to Earn Gold Coins
- Killing enemies: Every enemy you defeat drops a small amount of Gold.
- Completing waves: Surviving a wave grants a bonus Gold reward.
- Opening chests: Chests found during runs contain varying amounts of Gold.
- Selling items: Unwanted equipment or materials can be sold for Gold.
What to Spend Gold On
| Item | Cost | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Basic weapon upgrades | 500 Gold | High |
| Health potions | 200 Gold | Medium |
| Rerolling spell drafts | 300 Gold | Low |
Cursed Souls
Cursed Souls are a premium currency earned by defeating elite enemies and completing special challenges. They are used for unlocking permanent upgrades and accessing the Cursed Gate system.
How to Earn Cursed Souls
- Defeat elite enemies: Each elite enemy drops 1-3 Cursed Souls.
- Complete daily challenges: A daily challenge offers a fixed reward of 10 Cursed Souls.
- Open cursed chests: These rare chests appear after wave 5 and contain 5-10 Cursed Souls.
Daily Challenge Reward
Completing the daily challenge grants 10 Cursed Souls and a random spell draft.
Elite Enemy Drop Rate
Elite enemies have a 100% drop rate for Cursed Souls, making them a reliable source.
What to Spend Cursed Souls On
- Unlocking Cursed Gates: Costs 25 Cursed Souls per gate.
- Permanent stat upgrades: Each upgrade costs 15 Cursed Souls.
- Rerolling draft options: Costs 5 Cursed Souls per reroll.
Soul Shards
Soul Shards are a rare currency obtained by defeating bosses and completing full runs. They are used exclusively for unlocking new character classes and powerful relics.
How to Earn Soul Shards
- Defeat the first boss: Grants 1 Soul Shard.
- Complete a full run: Grants 3 Soul Shards.
- Find hidden altars: Rare altars in the bridge area offer 1 Soul Shard.
Prioritize completing full runs to maximize Soul Shard income. Even a failed run grants partial progress toward a shard.
What to Spend Soul Shards On
| Item | Cost | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| New character class | 5 Soul Shards | High |
| Legendary relic | 3 Soul Shards | Medium |
Rune Fragments
Rune Fragments are a crafting currency used to create spell upgrades and permanent enchantments. They drop from specific enemy types and are found in hidden areas.
How to Earn Rune Fragments
- Break glowing crystals: Found in the bridge environment, each crystal drops 2-3 Rune Fragments.
- Defeat fire enemies: Fire-type enemies have a 30% chance to drop Rune Fragments.
- Complete side objectives: Optional objectives during runs reward Rune Fragments.
Farming Strategy
To efficiently farm currencies, focus on activities that yield multiple types at once. Here is a recommended daily routine:
Complete the daily challenge
This gives 10 Cursed Souls and a random spell draft, plus Gold from enemies.
Farm elite enemies
Run the first three waves repeatedly to farm elite enemies for Cursed Souls and Gold.
Break all crystals
Search every area for glowing crystals to collect Rune Fragments.
Attempt a full run
Even if you fail, you earn progress toward Soul Shards and bonus Gold.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I trade currencies in Hellbridge Demo? No, there is no currency exchange system. Each currency serves a specific purpose and cannot be converted.
Is there a premium currency that costs real money? No, Hellbridge Demo is free-to-play with no microtransactions. All currencies are earned through gameplay.
Do currencies carry over between runs? Yes, Gold Coins, Cursed Souls, Soul Shards, and Rune Fragments are persistent across all runs and resets.
What is the best currency to prioritize early? Focus on Cursed Souls first to unlock Cursed Gates and permanent upgrades. These provide the most long-term value.
For more beginner tips, check out our Beginner Guide and Progression Guide.
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