How to Level Up Fast in Break A Friend

Want to reach level 23+ and dominate the leaderboards? This comprehensive guide covers the fastest leveling strategies used by top players to maximize their progress.

Understanding the Leveling System

In Break A Friend, "leveling up" refers to upgrading your ragdoll's body parts. Each body part (Arms, Legs, Ribs, Skull, Strength) can be upgraded individually, and higher levels = more bone breaks = more cash.

Key Insight: Upgrade all body parts evenly for maximum efficiency!

Fastest Leveling Method (Tested by Top Players)

Phase 1: Early Game (Levels 1-10)

Upgrade Priority:

Strength - Level 5 first (throw farther)

Legs - Level 5 (most common landing)

Arms - Level 5

Ribs - Level 5

Skull - Level 5

Strategy:

• Upgrade each body part 1 level per throw


• Don't save cash early - consistent upgrades > hoarding


• Aim for 5K-8K per throw minimum

Pro Tip from Video:
> "I might upgrade all the body parts once each throw so we're not totally losing our money." - Top player strategy

Phase 2: Mid Game (Levels 10-15)

Target: Get all stats to level 10-15 ASAP

Optimal Routine:

Before each throw: Upgrade all parts +1 level

After 3-4 throws: Buy next ragdoll type (if affordable)

Every 10K earned: Spin for materials

Expected Earnings:

• Level 10: ~10K-20K per throw


• Level 12: ~30K-50K per throw


• Level 15: ~50K-100K per throw

Phase 3: Late Game (Levels 15-20)

Focus: Material multipliers + Ragdoll upgrades

Upgrade Path:

• All body parts to level 17-18 (cost ~5K each)


• Invest in better Ragdolls (Spider recommended at 500K)


• Spin for 1.5x-2x materials minimum

Game-Changing Milestone:
At level 17-18 across the board, you should consistently earn 100K-200K per throw!

Real Player Quote:
> "I'm pretty much minimum doing body parts a level every time. And then once I hit enough that I can get another form, we'll just do it."

Phase 4: Endgame (Levels 20-23+)

Goals:

• Level 20+ all stats: ~10K per upgrade


• Target: Spider or Hoarder Ragdoll


• Material: 2x+ multiplier (Brick minimum)

Expected Results:

• Level 20: 200K-400K per throw


• Level 23: 500K-600K+ per throw


• Record potential: 617K+ single throw!

Best Ragdolls for Each Level Range

Levels 1-5: Start Here

• Armless (100 cash) - Wiggles like a worm, fun but basic


• Upgrade focus: Strength to throw farther

Levels 5-10: First Major Upgrade

• Normal (6K cash) - Standard body, reliable


• Spider (500K cash) - 6 arms/legs = MASSIVE bone breaks

- Best value for money!

Levels 15-20: Spider Supremacy

Spider Ragdoll Stats:

• Cost: 500K


• Limbs: 6 arms + 6 legs = 12 limbs total


• Earnings: 2-3x more than Normal


• Record achieved: 537K single throw

Player Review:
> "I'm telling you, this spider body with the six arms and legs, unless you get stuck on something... we are getting some lucky pushes and bounces, man."

Levels 20-23: Experimental Phase

• Hoarder (1.5M cash) - Multiple heads, good for skull breaks


• Worm - Gets stuck often, NOT recommended


• Duck (5M cash) - Chunky but can get caught

Warning: Worm gets stuck too much! Stick with Spider for consistency.

Material Strategy for Faster Leveling

First 10K: Get Any Material

• Brick (1.5x) - Common but solid


• Cost: 10K first spin


• Impact: Instant 50% earnings boost

After 100K: Hunt for Better Materials

• Second spin costs: 100K (steep!)


• Target: 2x+ multiplier minimum


• Best value: Corrosive or Reflective

ROI Example:

• 100K invested in 2x material = 200K+ earnings per throw


• Pays for itself in 1-2 throws!

Grinding Optimization Tips

1. Never Skip Body Part Upgrades

Why: Each level compounds with your multipliers

Math:

• Level 10 + 1.5x material = 15x effective


• Level 20 + 1.5x material = 30x effective


• Double the levels = double the earnings!

2. Use Slaps Strategically

• Save slaps for redirecting into obstacles


• 5 slaps per throw = massive earning potential


• Aim for landmines and explosive barrels

Pro Discovery (23 minutes into gameplay):
> "Oh, I can actually slap him. Oh, I didn't know that... Wow, that took like almost the whole video to figure that out."

3. Target Gold Bonus Runs

• Every 7-10 throws = Gold multiplier (2x cash)


• Plan ahead: Save your best throws for gold


• Use Spider + Material for gold runs = maximum profit

Real Result:

• Normal throw: 150K


• Gold throw: 261K (with Spider + Brick)


• 75% more earnings!

4. Don't Get Greedy with Areas

• First Area (150K unlock): Good value


• Second Area (Grassy Cliff): Worth it at level 15+


• Third Area (Volcano 50M): NOT worth grinding for

Why?
> "The third area is 50 million, so it's a lot of grinding." - You can reach level 23 without it!

Common Leveling Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Mistake 1: Saving Cash Instead of Upgrading

Problem: Your earnings scale with upgrades
Solution: Upgrade continuously, every single throw

❌ Mistake 2: Buying Wrong Ragdolls

Bad Purchases:

• Worm - Gets stuck constantly


• Turtle - Too chunky, catches on obstacles


• Hoarder (too early) - Expensive and inconsistent

Good Purchases:

• Spider - Best value


• Normal - Reliable budget option

❌ Mistake 3: Ignoring Materials

Impact: Missing 50-100% earning potential
Fix: Spin as soon as you hit 10K cash

❌ Mistake 4: Not Using Slaps

Lost Potential: 20-30K per throw
Fix: Slap towards obstacles and landmines

Level-Based Milestone Guide

Fastest Route to Level 23 (Speedrun)

Tested Route (30 minutes):

0-5 minutes: Level all to 5, buy Armless

5-10 minutes: Level all to 10, get first material

10-15 minutes: Level all to 15, unlock Grassy Cliff

15-25 minutes: Grind to 500K, buy Spider

25-30 minutes: Level all to 20-23

Result: Level 23 all stats, 10+ ragdoll forms, record of 617K!

Final Pro Tips

Upgrade rhythm: 1 level all parts → throw → repeat

Material priority: Get any material by 10K cash

Ragdoll priority: Spider at 500K (game-changer)

Gold timing: Use best setup for gold bonus throws

Stay consistent: Don't gamble on expensive materials early

YouTube Proof:
Player achieved level 23 in all stats, 10+ forms, and 617K record in one session!

Related Guides

• Break A Friend Ragdoll Types Guide - Full ragdoll comparison


• Materials & Skins Guide - Material multipliers explained


• Money Making Guide - Optimize earnings per hour

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Watch the Full Speedrun

See these strategies in action! Watch the complete leveling speedrun that achieved level 23:

Video Credit: Showcases optimal leveling strategies and record-breaking throws