Holy moly, y'all! As a hardcore Monopoly Go player, I practically squealed when Sofia rolled back into town with that New Year's Treasures event at 8AM EST on December 31. ⏰ Four days of non-stop digging, prizes galore, and that sweet adrenaline rush of uncovering hidden goodies – talk about starting 2025 with a bang! 🎉 I mean, come on, who wouldn't go feral for free dice rolls and exclusive tokens? The event wrapped up at 8AM EST on January 4, and lemme tell ya, my fingers are still tired from all that tapping. That grid of sand and stone had me hooked like a kid in a candy store, especially knowing every pickaxe swipe could reveal game-changing loot. Sofia really outdid herself this time – the treasures were calling my name, and I answered with vigor! 💪
How I Played New Year's Treasures
Right off the bat, the setup had me grinning like a maniac. You get this grid of buried treasures with an outline teasing what's underneath – pure genius! 
Each pickaxe clears one tile, so I had to channel my inner archaeologist. Pro tip: Always study that outline first! Wasting axes on random spots? Big oof – been there, done that. The grids varied wildly too, from cozy 4x4s to nerve-wracking 8x7 mazes. My heart raced every time I got close to completing a pattern. Seriously, it's like playing Minesweeper on steroids! 💥
Where I Snagged Those Precious Pickaxes
Okay, real talk – without pickaxes, you're just staring at dirt. I scored mine from everywhere:
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Events & Tournaments: Banner events (lasting 2-3 days) showered axes as milestone rewards. Leaderboard tournaments? Heck yeah! Smashing Railroad tiles = instant pickaxe glory 🚂
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Daily Tasks: My 8AM ritual! Three tasks dropped daily – upgrade landmarks, pass GO, etc. Each completion gifted pickaxes plus dice/cash. Easy peasy! ✅
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Store Rewards: Every 8 hours, I'd raid the store like a bargain hunter. Free pickaxes? Don't mind if I do!
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Treasures Event Itself: Even digging sometimes revealed more axes – talk about self-sustaining hype!
Digging Strategy & My Biggest Wins
Wanna know what kept me up till 3AM? That sweet, sweet loot progression! I went full Indiana Jones mode: prioritize small grids first for quick rewards, then tackle bigger ones. And oh boy, the prizes... Level 17's Top Hat Token had me doing a happy dance! 💃 Here's the full reward breakdown from my run:
| Level | Rewards | Grid Size |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 Free Dice Rolls | 4x4 |
| 2 | Cash Reward | 4x6 |
| 3 | 100 Free Dice Rolls | 5x5 |
| 4 | 5 Pickaxes, Yellow Sticker Pack, Cash Reward | 5x5 |
| 5 | 150 Free Dice Rolls | 5x5 |
| 6 | 200 Free Dice Rolls | 8x4 |
| 7 | Pink Sticker Pack | 7x7 |
| 8 | 175 Free Dice Rolls | 4x4 |
| 9 | 200 Free Dice Rolls | 5x7 |
| 10 | Wreath Shield | 8x4 |
| 11 | 600 Free Dice Rolls | 5x7 |
| 12 | 10 Pickaxes, Cash Reward | 7x7 |
| 13 | 400 Free Dice Rolls | 7x7 |
| 14 | Pink Sticker Pack, Cash Reward | 6x6 |
| 15 | 200 Free Dice Rolls | 5x5 |
| 16 | 15 Holiday Treasures Hammers, Blue Sticker Pack, Cash Reward | 8x7 |
| 17 | Top Hat Token | 8x7 |
| 18 | 500 Free Dice Rolls | 5x6 |
| 19 | Cash Reward | 7x7 |
| 20 | 2,500 Free Dice Rolls, Purple Sticker Pack, Cash Reward | 8x7 |
That Level 20 dice jackpot? Absolute madness – I nearly dropped my phone! 
FAQ: Burning Questions Answered!
- Q: Will this event return next year?
A: Sofia's events usually cycle back! Mark those calendars for Dec 31 – it's tradition now 🗓️
- Q: How many pickaxes did you burn through?
A: ...I lost count after 200. No regrets though! That token was chef's kiss 👌
- Q: Any pro tips for new players?
A: Focus on daily tasks and small grids first. And never ignore store freebies – they stack up!
- Q: Was the Top Hat Token worth the grind?
A: Umm, does a bear poop in the woods? Heck yeah! Flexing it in multiplayer matches is priceless 🎩