As someone who’s spent countless hours buzzing around the fields of Bee Swarm Simulator, I can tell you that badges are the absolute backbone of progression in this game. When I first started, I had no idea how crucial these little achievement markers would be for my hive’s success. After earning over 100 badges myself, I’ve learned exactly which ones to prioritize and how to unlock them efficiently.
Whether you’re a fresh beekeeper just starting out or a veteran player looking to optimize your badge collection, this guide will walk you through every single badge in Bee Swarm Simulator. I’ll share my personal strategies, tell you which badges give the best bang for your buck, and help you avoid the mistakes I made early on.
Badges are permanent achievement rewards that you unlock by completing various objectives throughout the game. Think of them as your beekeeping resume – they show off your accomplishments and, more importantly, provide permanent stat boosts that stack with your other equipment.
Currently, there are 155 badges total in Bee Swarm Simulator, with about 30 being inactive or event-exclusive. Each badge falls into specific categories and comes in five tiers: Cadet, Hotshot, Ace, Master, and Grandmaster. The higher the tier, the better the rewards, but also the tougher the requirements.
What makes badges so special is that they provide permanent boosts that don’t disappear when you leave the game. Plus, they reward you with Tickets – the premium currency used for buying rare items and upgrades.
I’ll be honest – when I first started playing, I ignored badges completely. Big mistake! After months of struggling with low pollen collection and slow honey production, I finally decided to focus on badge progression. The difference was night and day.
Here’s why badges changed my game:
The best part? Once you earn a badge, its benefits are yours forever. No maintenance, no grinding to keep it active – just permanent power for your hive.
Before we dive into the complete list, let me show you how to actually access and claim your badges:
Pro tip: I always check my badge progress after major gaming sessions. Sometimes you’ll unlock multiple badges at once without realizing it!
I’ve organized all badges by category, starting with the most important ones for early progression. Here’s every badge you can earn:
These are essential for early game progression since honey convert rate affects everything you do.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward | My Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Make 1 Million Honey | x1.3 Convert Rate, 5 Tickets | ★★★★★ |
| Hotshot | Make 10 Million Honey | x1.6 Convert Rate, 10 Tickets | ★★★★★ |
| Ace | Make 100 Million Honey | x1.9 Convert Rate, 15 Tickets | ★★★★★ |
| Master | Make 1 Billion Honey | x2.2 Convert Rate, 25 Tickets | ★★★★☆ |
| Grandmaster | Make 20 Billion Honey | x2.5 Convert Rate, 40 Tickets | ★★★★☆ |
My Strategy: Focus on Honey badges first. The convert rate boost makes every other activity more efficient. I recommend reaching Hotshot before diving deep into other badge categories.
Quest badges increase your pollen capacity, which is crucial for longer farming sessions.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward | My Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Complete 10 Quests | x1.25 Capacity, 5 Tickets | ★★★★★ |
| Hotshot | Complete 50 Quests | x1.5 Capacity, 10 Tickets | ★★★★★ |
| Ace | Complete 250 Quests | x1.75 Capacity, 15 Tickets | ★★★★★ |
| Master | Complete 1,000 Quests | x2 Capacity, 25 Tickets | ★★★★☆ |
| Grandmaster | Complete 5,000 Quests | x2.25 Capacity, 40 Tickets | ★★★☆☆ |
My Strategy: Always accept and complete quests from bears. Even the seemingly pointless ones count toward these badges. I keep a mental checklist and try to complete at least 5 quests per session.
Great for players who enjoy combat, but less essential for pure pollen farmers.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward | My Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Obtain 100 Battle Points | +10% Critical Power, 5 Tickets | ★★★☆☆ |
| Hotshot | Obtain 1,000 Battle Points | +20% Critical Power, 10 Tickets | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ace | Obtain 10,000 Battle Points | +40% Critical Power, 15 Tickets | ★★★☆☆ |
| Master | Obtain 50,000 Battle Points | +70% Critical Power, 25 Tickets | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Grandmaster | Obtain 500,000 Battle Points | +100% Critical Power, 40 Tickets | ★★☆☆☆ |
My Strategy: Focus on these if you enjoy fighting mobs. The critical power boost helps with boss fights, but don’t prioritize them over honey or quest badges early on.
These are specialized badges for different fields. I’ll group the most important ones:
Perfect for early game since Sunflower Field is easily accessible.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Collect 250K Pollen | +10% Capacity, 5 Tickets |
| Hotshot | Collect 2.5M Pollen | +20% Capacity, 10 Tickets |
| Ace | Collect 25M Pollen | +30% Capacity, 15 Tickets |
| Master | Collect 250M Pollen | +40% Capacity, 25 Tickets |
| Grandmaster | Collect 5B Pollen | +50% Capacity, 40 Tickets |
Loot luck is incredibly valuable for finding rare items and treats.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Collect 250K Pollen | +10% Loot Luck, 5 Tickets |
| Hotshot | Collect 2.5M Pollen | +20% Loot Luck, 10 Tickets |
| Ace | Collect 25M Pollen | +30% Loot Luck, 15 Tickets |
| Master | Collect 250M Pollen | +40% Loot Luck, 25 Tickets |
| Grandmaster | Collect 5B Pollen | +50% Loot Luck, 40 Tickets |
Great for players focusing on white pollen collection.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Collect 250K Pollen | +10% White Pollen, 5 Tickets |
| Hotshot | Collect 2.5M Pollen | +15% White Pollen, 10 Tickets |
| Ace | Collect 25M Pollen | +20% White Pollen, 15 Tickets |
| Master | Collect 250M Pollen | +25% White Pollen, 25 Tickets |
| Grandmaster | Collect 5B Pollen | +30% White Pollen, 40 Tickets |
These are mandatory for accessing Gummy Bear’s Lair and provide honey per pollen boosts.
| Badge | Requirements | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Cadet | Collect 500K Goo | +2% Honey Per Pollen, 5 Tickets |
| Hotshot | Collect 5M Goo | +4% Honey Per Pollen, 10 Tickets, Access to Gummy Bear’s Lair |
| Ace | Collect 50M Goo | +6% Honey Per Pollen, 15 Tickets |
| Master | Collect 500M Goo | +8% Honey Per Pollen, 25 Tickets |
| Grandmaster | Collect 10B Goo | +10% Honey Per Pollen, 40 Tickets |
My Strategy: Prioritize getting the Hotshot badge as soon as possible. Gummy Bear’s Lair has some of the best quests and rewards in the game.
After earning badges across multiple accounts, here’s my optimal progression path:
Here are my personal strategies I’ve developed over hundreds of hours:
Based on impact on gameplay, here’s how I rank badge categories:
Focus on Quest and Honey badges first. They give the best ticket-to-effort ratio early on. Each badge tier gives progressively more tickets, so aim for Hotshot badges across multiple categories.
Yes! Badge boosts are permanent and stack with everything else – field bonuses, hive bonuses, item bonuses, and temporary boosts. This is why they’re so powerful.
No, badges are permanent. Even if you reset your hive or lose items, your badges and their boosts remain. This makes them the most secure investment in the game.
You’ll have maximum permanent boosts and tons of tickets. Plus, you’ll unlock special rewards from the Wind Shrine called Badge Shivers, which can give you rare items.
About 30 badges are currently unobtainable – these are mostly event-exclusive or inactive badges. The wiki has a complete list of which ones you can’t currently earn.
The game developers regularly add new badges and adjust requirements. Here are the most recent changes I’ve noticed:
Always check the official Bee Swarm Simulator Discord or Twitter for the latest badge updates and changes.
Badges transformed my Bee Swarm Simulator experience from frustrating to fantastic. They provide the foundation for everything you’ll do in the game, from casual pollen farming to endgame boss fighting.
Remember that badge progression is a marathon, not a sprint. Focus on the high-priority badges first, and don’t get overwhelmed by the sheer number of them available. Even earning just a few key badges can dramatically improve your gameplay experience.
Start with the Honey and Quest badges, work your way toward Goo Hotshot for Gummy Bear’s Lair, and then expand based on your playstyle. Before you know it, you’ll have a impressive collection of badges that make your hive truly powerful.
What badges are you working on right now? Share your progression in the comments below, and let me know if you have any questions about specific badges or strategies!
