I found it interesting this thing about making money by playing. Seriously, there are some apps that give real money via Pix, it's not just empty promises. I tested a few and will share what actually works.

First, let me be honest: no one gets rich from this. But you can make some extra cash, like 50 to 200 reais per month if you stay consistent. The secret is not to fall for fake app traps.

The best ones I found were Cash App (which pays directly via Pix, that's rare), CashPirate (very simple, but pays), Make Money (basic, but works), and Toloka (which isn't exactly a game, but pays well for tasks). There are also AppKarma, FeaturePoints, Big Time, Gamee, Cash Alarm, Easy Bucks, and Premise.

Most work like this: you download the app, register, complete tasks like playing mini-games, answering surveys, testing other apps. You accumulate points. Then convert them into cash and withdraw.

The problem? Almost none pay directly via Pix. Most go through PayPal first, then you transfer to your account. It takes a little time, but it pays off. Cash App is an exception because it sends directly.

The minimum withdrawal amounts vary, but usually it's about 5 to 10 reais. Some apps also offer gift cards (Amazon, Google Play) if you prefer.

My tip: start with 2 or 3 apps at most. If you test everything at once, it gets confusing. And don't fall for those "earn 1000 reais a day" schemes. These apps that give real money via Pix are good for extra income, not to get rich.

Oh, and crypto prices are rising now: Bitcoin at 78.4K (+0.40%), Ethereum at 2.19K (+0.68%), Dogecoin at 0.11 (+2.33%). If you want something more serious beyond these apps, then it's worth learning about conscious investing. But that's another story.