In Murder Mystery 2 (MM2), the trading system is a core part of the fun—players can swap knives, guns, and pets to build their collections. However, the trading feature isn't available right from the start. You must reach Level 10 to unlock it. This article provides a complete leveling and trading guide for beginners, helping you reach Level 10 quickly and safely embark on your trading journey.

Why Reach Level 10?

The Level 10 trading requirement wasn't always there; Nikilis introduced this threshold in December 2021 to combat item duping and scam accounts. Requiring players to invest time in the game before trading significantly reduces scamming activity. However, beginners shouldn't worry too much—the grind to Level 10 isn't long, and most active players can achieve it in just a few hours.

Leveling Strategies for Different Roles

Leveling up in MM2 relies entirely on XP. You earn varying amounts of XP per match based on your role and performance. Here is a breakdown of leveling methods for the three roles:

Innocent – ​​A Steady Way to Level Up

The Innocent is the most common role in the game. When playing as an Innocent, your XP depends primarily on your survival time; the longer you stay alive, the more XP you earn.

Practical Tips:
· Don't run around aimlessly: Stay in safe areas, watch your surroundings, and avoid exposing yourself.
· Stick with the crowd: Staying near other players reduces the chance of being targeted by the Murderer.
· Use cover: Familiarize yourself with hiding spots on the map and hide immediately if you hear the sound of a knife.
· Pick up the gun to be a hero: If the Sheriff is killed and drops their gun, picking it up and eliminating the Murderer earns you extra XP.

Sheriff – High-Reward Opportunities

The Sheriff's mission is to identify and eliminate the Murderer. Additionally, the more Innocents who are still alive when the Murderer is eliminated, the more XP you earn. If you play well, this role offers the highest XP yield per match.

Practical Tips:
· Don't draw your gun too early: Exposing your weapon makes you the Murderer's primary target.
· Think calmly: Observe player behavior to identify who is deliberately avoiding or stalking others.
· Be patient: Rashly shooting the wrong person causes you to lose your weapon; wait patiently to confirm your target.
· Cooperate with civilians: Pay attention to clues provided by other players.

Murderer — Earn XP by Killing

The Murderer's gameplay is straightforward: earn XP by killing players. The more kills you get, the more XP you earn.

Practical Tips:
· Don't rush to strike: Patiently wait for isolated players to avoid being spotted in a crowd.
· Create chaos: Kill someone and then blend into the crowd to sow panic and confusion.
· Know the map routes: Familiarize yourself with shortcuts and blind spots to aid in both pursuit and escape.

General Leveling Tips

1. Focus on survival, not coins

Many beginners mistakenly believe collecting coins directly levels you up. In reality, coins do not convert directly to XP—XP comes only from your in-game actions and survival time. There is a cap of 40–50 coins per match; these are used for opening crates and buying skins, not for leveling up. Don't lose sight of the big picture for the sake of coins.

2. Play every match seriously

Even if you are assigned a role you dislike or one that is difficult to play, do your best to complete your objectives. The experience gained from each match adds up, allowing you to reach Level 10 in just a few hours.

3. Avoid leveling up in private servers

Players cannot earn XP or coins through normal gameplay in private servers. To level up, you must play on public servers.

Trading Guide

The trading feature unlocks automatically once you reach Level 10, but there is one additional requirement: you must own tradable items. The default knife and gun provided by the game are not tradable. You can obtain tradable items through the following methods:

· Opening crates: Standard crates cost 1,000 coins; event crates usually cost 400 event tokens.
· Participating in events: Holiday events often drop limited-edition items.
· Purchasing: Visit the MM2 item shop to buy items you like.

How to initiate a trade

Once in the game, click on a player's name on the right side of the screen to bring up the "Trade" button; send the request and wait for them to accept. While the trading process involves multiple mutual confirmations to ensure security, you should not let your guard down, as scams involving MM2 trades remain common. To ensure a fair and safe transaction, players can take the following steps before finalizing a trade:

1. Check Item Values: Always use a value-checking tool before trading. The most popular tools currently are MM2V and Supreme Values. These websites assign a value rating to every tradable item (knives, guns, and pets).

2. Use a Trade Checker: Before confirming the trade, input the items offered by both parties into a trade checker. It will calculate the total value for both sides and provide a result:

· Win: The value you receive is higher than the value you give. 
· Fair: The values ​​are close; it is a fair trade.
· Loss: The value you give is higher than the value you receive—declining the trade is recommended.

3. Beware of Traps Targeting Newcomers: Experienced players often target newcomers who have just reached Level 10, as these players may not yet understand the true value of their items. Do not blindly trust the values ​​claimed by the other party; they are likely to undervalue your items while overvaluing their own.