Guild Wars 2 Gold Guide: Best Ways to Make Gold
Gold in Guild Wars 2 buys gear, legendary materials and even gems for the cash shop through the currency exchange. You can earn it while doing the content you enjoy — here's where it comes from.
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Meta events and world bosses
Large map meta events and world bosses reward gold, materials and loot bags. Following a schedule of popular metas with a squad is a reliable way to earn while playing with others.
Daily and weekly rewards
The Wizard's Vault and other daily and weekly tasks give rewards that add up. Check them each day and complete the ones that fit what you're already doing.
Instanced content
Group content pays well:
- Fractals give daily rewards and valuable drops.
- Raids and strikes reward gold and rare items weekly.
- Dungeons and other instances drop materials worth selling.
Crafting and the Trading Post
Check Trading Post prices before crafting or selling. Some crafted items and refined materials sell for more than their ingredients. Listing items slightly below the lowest price sells faster; placing buy orders saves gold on materials.
Gold to gems
The currency exchange lets you trade gold for gems, so you can buy cash shop items without spending money. Exchange rates move, so check before converting.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to make gold in Guild Wars 2?
Meta events and world bosses, fractals and raids, plus selling materials and crafted items on the Trading Post.
Can I buy gems with gold in Guild Wars 2?
Yes. The currency exchange converts gold to gems at a rate that changes over time.
Is crafting profitable in GW2?
Some items are. Check Trading Post prices for ingredients and results before crafting.