I'm testing some little games that pay real money via Pix, and I found it interesting to share what I discovered. At first, I was skeptical, but you can really earn some extra cash if you have patience and realistic expectations. It's not to get rich, but you can make some pocket money.

The apps basically work like this: you do simple tasks, play mini-games, answer surveys, or download other apps, and accumulate points that turn into money. Some pay directly via Pix (like Cash App), but most go through PayPal before the money hits your account.

I tested several. Make Money is pretty basic — daily check-ins, downloading apps, small tasks. Nothing revolutionary, but it works. AppKarma is similar, but it also offers gift cards. CashPirate is more well-known here, with a simple interface and payments actually going through. Big Time is different — it works with raffles, so the prizes can be bigger, but it’s really just luck.

There are some more 'gamified' ones like Gamee and Cash Alarm, which focus on playing. FeaturePoints combines several earning methods — playing, surveys, testing apps. Toloka is more focused on micro-tasks (classifying images, validating data), but pays relatively well. Easy Bucks lets you choose between playing, surveys, or inviting friends. Premise is more straightforward — surveys and data collection.

The truth about games that pay: Cash App is practically the only one that sends money directly to Pix without an intermediary. The others require you to withdraw via PayPal and then transfer. It takes a little longer, but the money arrives.

The minimum payout is usually low (between R$10 and R$30), so you don’t need to save up a huge amount to cash out. But the time to reach that varies a lot — some take weeks, others months.

The biggest caution is not to fall for fake apps or ones that promise unrealistic earnings. The ones I listed are legitimate, but there are always some scammers out there. Do thorough research before downloading anything.

In the end, if you want extra income by playing, there are real options. Just don’t expect too much — it’s more for filling free time. Those seeking more consistent earnings would need to go into real investing, like stocks, ETFs, and such. But that’s a whole different level of commitment.

Is anyone else testing any of these paying games? Which ones are giving you the best results?