Price "finish now" for a long crafting job so the cost never jumps backwards

Players can spend premium coins to finish a crafting job at once, and the price must grow with the time left. Done carelessly, a job with a minute more to go costs less than one with a minute fewer, or the last few seconds cost a whole coin. This entry sets a price that grows smoothly and feels fair.

Why this works

A price that jumps backwards teaches players to game it. Charging each stretch of time at its own rate, as tax is charged by bands, keeps the cost smooth: more waiting never costs less. Cheaper long stretches then make skipping a long job feel fair.

When not to use it

Do not sell skips at all if waiting is the game itself, or if the audience dislikes paying to hurry. In a game for children, or one with a strong stance against such sales, offer the shortcut for free or through play.

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