Dosh Economy & Money Management Guide
Dosh is the lifeblood of Killing Floor. Without it, you’re stuck with a 9mm pistol and a prayer. Master the economy, and you’ll have the weapons you need to survive. This guide will teach you everything about earning, spending, and managing your Dosh effectively.
Understanding Dosh
What is Dosh?
- Dosh is the in-game currency in Killing Floor
- You earn it by killing Zeds, completing waves, and surviving
- You spend it on weapons, ammo, armor, and healing
- You keep Dosh between waves but lose some when you die
Why Dosh Matters:
- Better weapons = better survival chances
- Ammo is expensive—you need money to keep shooting
- Armor can save your life
- Sharing Dosh with teammates builds better teams
How to Earn Dosh
Killing Zeds
- Different Zeds give different amounts:
- Clots: 2-5 Dosh
- Stalkers: 5-10 Dosh
- Crawlers: 3-7 Dosh
- Gorefasts: 10-20 Dosh
- Bloat: 15-30 Dosh
- Sirens: 20-40 Dosh
- Husks: 30-60 Dosh
- Scrakes: 100-200 Dosh
- Fleshpounds: 150-300 Dosh
- Patriarch: 500-1000 Dosh
Wave Completion Bonus
- Completing a wave gives bonus Dosh:
- Normal: 50-100 Dosh per wave
- Hard: 75-150 Dosh per wave
- Suicidal: 100-200 Dosh per wave
- Hell on Earth: 150-300 Dosh per wave
Survival Bonus
- Staying alive gives bonus Dosh:
- Surviving a wave: 25-50 Dosh
- Not taking damage: Additional bonus
- First blood (first kill): Small bonus
Other Sources
- Welding doors: Small bonus for welding
- Healing teammates: Small bonus for healing
- Completing objectives: Bonus in Objective Mode
How to Spend Dosh
Weapons
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Tier 1 (Early Game):
- 9mm Pistol: Free (starting weapon)
- Lever Action Rifle: 200 Dosh
- Shotgun: 300 Dosh
- MP5M: 350 Dosh
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Tier 2 (Mid Game):
- AK-47: 650 Dosh
- M4: 750 Dosh
- M14: 800 Dosh
- SPAS-12: 900 Dosh
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Tier 3 (Late Game):
- SCAR: 1200 Dosh
- M99: 2000 Dosh
- M32: 1500 Dosh
- Crossbow: 1000 Dosh
Ammo
- Ammo costs vary by weapon:
- Pistol ammo: 50 Dosh per clip
- Rifle ammo: 100-200 Dosh per clip
- Shotgun shells: 75 Dosh per box
- Explosive ammo: 200-400 Dosh per clip
Armor
- Body Armor: 200 Dosh (reduces damage)
- Helmet: 100 Dosh (reduces headshot damage)
Healing
- Syringe: 50 Dosh (heals 20 HP)
- Medkit: 200 Dosh (heals 100 HP)
Money Management Strategies
Early Game (Waves 1-3)
- Don’t buy expensive weapons yet
- Focus on ammo for your starting weapon
- Save money for mid-game weapons
- Buy armor if you have extra money
- Share money with teammates if they need it
Mid Game (Waves 4-7)
- Buy your main weapon (Tier 2)
- Keep enough money for ammo
- Buy armor if you don’t have it
- Start saving for late-game weapons
- Help teammates buy weapons if you have extra
Late Game (Waves 8+)
- Buy your end-game weapon (Tier 3)
- Stock up on ammo
- Keep armor topped up
- Have healing items ready
- Share money with struggling teammates
Weapon Buying Strategy
Priority Order
- Main weapon for your perk — This is your primary damage dealer
- Ammo for your main weapon — Can’t shoot without ammo
- Armor — Reduces damage taken
- Backup weapon — For when you run out of ammo
- Healing items — For emergencies
When to Upgrade
- Upgrade when you can afford it AND have ammo money
- Don’t upgrade if you’ll be broke after
- Consider team needs—maybe share money instead
- Upgrade before boss waves if possible
When NOT to Upgrade
- Don’t upgrade if you’re low on ammo
- Don’t upgrade if teammates need money more
- Don’t upgrade if you’re about to die (buy healing instead)
- Don’t upgrade if the wave is almost over
Team Economy
Sharing Dosh
- Share with teammates who need it
- Prioritize players who died and lost money
- Help players buy their main weapons
- Don’t hoard money—spread the wealth
Team Priorities
- Medic gets healing items first
- Support gets welding tools
- Damage dealers get their main weapons
- Everyone gets armor eventually
Communication
- Tell teammates if you need money
- Offer to share if you have extra
- Coordinate weapon purchases
- Plan for boss waves together
Common Mistakes
- Spending all money on one weapon — Leave money for ammo
- Not buying armor — Armor saves lives
- Hoarding money — Share with teammates
- Buying expensive weapons too early — Wait for the right time
- Ignoring ammo costs — Ammo is expensive, budget for it
Advanced Tips
Money Efficiency
- Kill Zeds efficiently — More kills = more money
- Don’t waste ammo — Every shot costs money
- Share kills — Let teammates get kills too
- Complete waves — Wave bonuses add up
Saving Strategies
- Save money between waves — Don’t spend everything
- Keep a reserve — Always have money for emergencies
- Plan ahead — Know what you want to buy
- Be patient — Don’t rush expensive purchases
Spending Strategies
- Buy in waves — Don’t buy everything at once
- Prioritize needs — Buy what you need, not what you want
- Consider team — Sometimes sharing is better than upgrading
- Save for boss — Boss waves need preparation
Perk-Specific Economy
Commando
- Focus on assault rifles — AK-47, M4, SCAR
- Ammo is expensive — Budget carefully
- Share money for team weapons
Support
- Shotguns are relatively cheap — Good economy
- Welding tools cost money — Budget for them
- Can help team with doors
Sharpshooter
- Sniper rifles are expensive — Save up
- Ammo is very expensive — Be careful
- High damage = high cost
Medic
- Healing items are priority — Buy them first
- Weapons are secondary — Support role
- Share money with damage dealers
Demolitions
- Explosive weapons are expensive — Very expensive
- Ammo costs a fortune — Budget carefully
- High damage but high cost
Berserker
- Melee weapons are free — Best economy
- No ammo costs — Save tons of money
- Can share money with team
Conclusion
Mastering the Dosh economy is crucial for success in Killing Floor. Learn to earn efficiently, spend wisely, and share with your team. Remember—money is a tool, not a goal. Use it to survive, not to hoard. The best players know when to spend, when to save, and when to share.