Superhero Simulator by mightyraccoon! Studios blends open-world superhero crime-fighting with the harsh realities of everyday survival. Saving Goldpine City from villains and street crime does not pay your expenses, leaving you vulnerable to eviction if you neglect your civilian obligations.
To stay in your apartment, you must access day jobs through your in-game phone, earn cash, and cover your living costs. Here is everything confirmed about how civilian jobs work, when they unlock, and how to balance work shifts with hero duties.
All Civilian Jobs and Unlock Requirements
In Superhero Simulator, civilian employment is accessed directly through your smartphone menu (default key Tab, then select the Jobs app). While initial early access versions offered limited choices, the game features multiple work tracks that unlock as you raise your hero level.
| Job Title | Unlock Requirement | Primary Tasks | Pay per Shift / Customer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi Driver | Level 1 (Available immediately) | Drive passengers to yellow and green waypoints under a time limit | ~$89 to $280+ total per shift ($15–$30+ per fare) |
| Burger Chef (Goldber) | Unlocked around Level 23 (early builds varied ~Level 11) | Prep trays, slice ingredients, cook burger patties, assemble orders | ~$1,500 to $1,700+ per shift |
| Cashier | Higher level progression (Early builds marked "Coming Soon") | Retail/checkout duties | Existing data unconfirmed |
Taxi Driver Job: Mechanics and Tips
Taxi Driver is the first civilian job you access right after finishing the initial tutorial and receiving your eviction notice from Miss E. Victoria.
- Starting the Shift: Open your phone via
Tab, open the Jobs tab, select Taxi Driver, and press confirm. - Driving Controls: Steer using
W,A,S, andD. Use theSpacebarfor the handbrake to initiate drifts around tight street corners. - Pickups and Drop-offs: Follow the yellow route indicator on your mini-map to reach waiting passengers. Once they enter, navigate toward the green destination marker before the countdown timer hits zero.
- Customer Reactions: Goldpine City passengers are notoriously rude. Colliding with oncoming traffic, running over obstacles, or cutting too close to buses will trigger aggressive complaints and lower your tip potential.
- Ending the Job: After completing several fares or picking up 3 to 7 passengers, open your phone menu and tap the return home button to end your shift and collect your daily earnings. Typical early runs yield between $100 and $280 depending on passenger count and speed.
Burger Chef Job (Goldber): Cooking and Assembly
Once you progress past the mid-20s (observed specifically at Level 23 in updated versions), you unlock the Burger Chef position at the local fast-food joint, Goldber. This job offers significantly higher payouts than taxi driving, easily netting over $1,500 per clean shift.
Kitchen Controls and Workflow
EKey: Pick up and place down ingredients, meat patties, and trays.FKey: Slice ingredients at the cutting board.- Serving: Slide completed trays over the front counter to waiting customers.
How to Complete Orders Without Burning Food
- Prepare the Base: Grab a serving tray and place the bottom burger bun down on the counter.
- Cook the Meat: Take raw meat patties from the refrigerator and place them onto the hot pan/hob. Watch the cooking meter closely; if you leave the patty on the stove too long, it burns and must be tossed directly into the trash bin.
- Prep Toppings: Move cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes to the prep station. Use the secondary chopping boards around the counter to slice vegetables and dairy quickly.
- Assemble and Deliver: Stack the cooked patty and requested toppings onto the bun, close the burger, place the completed meal on the tray, and hand it across the counter. Avoid letting tickets pile up, as impatient customers will leave negative reviews and walk out.
Why You Need Money: Rent, Needs, and Shopping
Hero work earns experience and reputation, but it provides zero currency. You must hold down day jobs to satisfy regular civilian needs:
- Apartment Rent ($300): After your initial patrol, Reggie presents an eviction notice requiring rent to be paid before the deadline expires (ranging from 3 to 5 in-game days, with court orders citing up to 30 days). Rent automatically deducts $300 once you sleep in your apartment bed when the due date arrives.
- Hygiene and Recovery: Working shifts drains your energy and cleanliness. Return home regularly to shower, use the toilet, and sleep in your bed to restore your stats so your character can run and fight effectively.
- Barber and Cosmetics: Civilian money can be spent outside the apartment. The local barber charges cash for haircuts and beards (such as $20 for a slick back style up to $170 for specialized trims). Your phone also features shopping apps like Hype Supply to purchase civilian clothes, accessories, and new superhero suit options.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much is rent in Superhero Simulator?
Rent costs $300. When the final rent day arrives, returning to your apartment and sleeping in your bed will automatically deduct the $300 fee from your wallet, preventing eviction.
Can you use your superpowers during civilian jobs?
No. During taxi driving and burger flipping shifts, you must perform tasks as a regular citizen without flight or offensive combat powers. Player discussions have requested power-assisted jobs, but existing game builds require normal manual labor.
Why is the Burger Chef job locked?
The Burger Chef position at Goldber requires leveling up your hero rank first. In early versions, it showed as locked until Level 11, while newer build progression tracks unlock it at Level 23. You must stop street crimes, rescue injured civilians, and defeat bosses to gain the required level.
What happens if you run out of energy while working?
Working jobs lowers your stamina. If your energy or hygiene drops too low, return home to eat, shower, and sleep before heading back out to work or taking on city emergencies.
