Noob Incremental Speedrun Strategies

# Noob Incremental Speedrun Strategies: How to Beat the Game Fast

Speedrunning Noob Incremental is all about efficiency—every click, every upgrade, every prestige reset must be optimized to minimize total playtime. Unlike a casual playthrough where you can take your time exploring each mechanic, a speedrun demands ruthless prioritization and deep knowledge of the game's systems. This guide covers the core strategies that will help you achieve the fastest possible completion, whether you're aiming for a personal best or competing on leaderboards.

Understanding the Speedrun Goal

Before diving into specific tactics, it's essential to define what "beating the game" means in a speedrun context. Typically, the goal is to reach the endgame threshold—often the Ascension mechanic or unlocking all artifacts—as quickly as possible from a fresh save. Some categories include "Any%" (any version) or "100%" (all achievements). For this guide, we'll focus on the most common category: reaching the final ascension and obtaining the ultimate artifact within the shortest real-time duration.

The Three Phases of a Noob Incremental Speedrun

Every speedrun can be broken into three phases: Early Game (first 30 minutes), Mid Game (next 2–3 hours), and Late Game (final push). Each phase has distinct priorities.

Phase 1: Early Game (0–30 minutes)

Your first 30 minutes set the foundation. Mistakes here cost minutes later.

• **Click Efficiency:** Start by clicking the main button as fast as possible. Upgrade your click power immediately. The first few upgrades are cheap and double your income. Focus on "Click Power" upgrades before any idle bonuses.
• **First Prestige:** The first prestige should happen as soon as you can afford it—usually around 5–10 minutes in. Don't hoard coins. The earlier you prestige, the faster you accumulate prestige currency (often called "Prestige Points" or "PP") that multiplies future gains.
• **Achievement Rush:** Some achievements grant permanent bonuses. Prioritize fast achievements like "Click 1,000 times" or "Reach level 10 in 5 minutes." Check the achievement list and plan your clicks accordingly.
• **No Useless Upgrades:** In a speedrun, skip upgrades that don't directly boost your primary income source (clicking in early game, then idle production later). Avoid cosmetic or secondary resource upgrades until mid game.

Phase 2: Mid Game (30 minutes – 3 hours)

By now you have a few prestiges under your belt. This phase is about maximizing the synergy between upgrades, artifacts, and automation.

• **Prestige Timing:** The optimal prestige timing is when your progress slows to a crawl. A common rule is to prestige when your current run's time to double your income exceeds 20% of the total run time. Use a timer or mental note.
• **Automation is King:** Unlock autoclickers and automation upgrades as soon as they appear. An autoclicker pays for itself quickly. Prioritize upgrades that increase autoclicker speed or reduce the cost of upgrades.
• **Resource Management:** You'll have multiple resources (coins, prestige points, maybe mana or energy). Focus on one main currency at a time. Don't spread upgrades across all resources—choose a primary and stick with it until you can unlock conversion mechanics.
• **Artifact Acquisition:** Artifacts provide massive multipliers. In a speedrun, you want the best artifacts early. If the game allows choosing artifact drops, prioritize those that boost overall production or reduce upgrade costs.
• **Crafting System:** If crafting is available, use it to create components that speed up your main engine. For example, craft "Speed Cores" that reduce upgrade costs by 10% each.

Phase 3: Late Game (3+ hours)

The final stretch. Here, every second counts.

• **Ascension Strategy:** Ascension resets most progress but gives permanent multipliers. Plan your ascension order. Some ascension perks are better than others for speed. Usually, the "Double Production" or "Reduced Prestige Cost" perks are top priority.
• **Endgame Artifacts:** Some artifacts only appear after multiple ascensions. Use guides to know exactly which artifacts you need and how to trigger them. Speedrunners often memorize the exact sequence of upgrades to unlock the final artifact ASAP.
• **Faction Choices:** If the game has factions (like guilds or classes), choose the one that boosts speed. For example, the "Merchant" faction might reduce upgrade costs, while "Warrior" increases click damage. Pick based on your current phase.
• **Guild Synergies:** In multiplayer or guild systems, coordinate with others if allowed. But for solo speedruns, focus on self-sufficient boosts.

Advanced Speedrun Techniques

The "Reset Rush"

This technique involves deliberately resetting early to accumulate prestige currency faster. Instead of waiting until you hit a wall, reset every 5–10 minutes for the first hour. This works because the early prestige gains have a higher relative impact.

Manual vs. Automation Balancing

While automation is great, sometimes manual clicking yields more per second if you have strong click upgrades. Use a clicker or your mouse to click rapidly during critical moments (e.g., right before a prestige when you need a few more upgrades).

Save Scumming and Planning

In speedruns, you can practice a segment repeatedly. Use save files to test different upgrade paths. Find the optimal order that minimizes real time. Many speedrunners create a detailed sequence of upgrades for the first 100 levels.

Hotkeys and UI Efficiency

If the game supports keyboard shortcuts, learn them. Common shortcuts include:

• Pressing 'P' to prestige (if available)
• Pressing 'U' to open upgrades
• Number keys for predefined upgrade slots

Sample Speedrun Route (30-Minute Early Game)

Here's a concrete example of the first 30 minutes:

1. **0:00 – 0:05** – Click rapidly. Buy first click upgrade at 10 coins. Then buy second click upgrade at 50 coins. Aim for 10 clicks per second. 2. **0:05 – 0:10** – Unlock the first idle upgrade (e.g., "Auto Clicker") and buy it. Now both clicking and idle income grow. 3. **0:10 – 0:15** – Prestige as soon as you have 100 prestige points. Reset and immediately buy the first prestige upgrade that gives +50% production. 4. **0:15 – 0:20** – Repeat: click, upgrade, prestige. This second run should get you to 500 prestige points quickly. 5. **0:20 – 0:30** – By now you should have the third autoclicker upgrade and be producing 10x more than start. Buy the "Achievement Booster" upgrade if available.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

• **Over-focusing on side resources:** Don't spend time on resources that don't feed into your main production loop until you absolutely must.
• **Delaying prestige:** Many new speedrunners wait too long to prestige. Prestige early, often, and without hesitation.
• **Ignoring achievements:** Some achievements give permanent speed boosts. Check the list every few minutes.
• **Not using external tools:** Many speedrunners use autoclickers (if allowed by the game's rules) or timer overlays to track prestige timing. Check if your category permits these.

Optimizing for Different Game Updates

Noob Incremental receives updates that can shift the speedrun meta. After each patch, check for:

• New upgrades or artifacts that become must-haves
• Changes to prestige scaling
• New game modes that might be faster (e.g., a "Speedrun Mode" with modifiers)

Join the community Discord or subreddit to stay current. Speedrunners often share new routes within hours of an update.

Conclusion

Speedrunning Noob Incremental is a rewarding challenge that tests your knowledge of the game's mechanics. By following the three-phase approach, mastering prestige timing, and avoiding common mistakes, you can shave hours off your playthrough. Remember that practice is key—run the early game dozens of times until it becomes muscle memory. With dedication, you can achieve a world-class time. Good luck, and may your clicks be fast!

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*This guide was written for players looking to minimize completion time. For more detailed routes and leaderboard strategies, check the community resources.*