Coin Locations Guide (All Isles)

Find all Cuphead coins. This guide details coin locations across Inkwell Isle I, II, III, and IV for weapons and charms.

Cuphead: Coin Locations Guide (All Isles)

Coins are the lifeblood of your journey in Cuphead, serving as the sole currency for purchasing vital weapons, charms, and even extra HP from Porkrind's Emporium. While many coins are earned by conquering bosses and completing levels, a significant number are cleverly hidden within the overworld maps and specific stages. This comprehensive guide will meticulously detail the location of every single obtainable coin across all four Inkwell Isles, including the challenging DLC content.

Mastering the art of coin collection is not just about accumulating wealth; it's about unlocking the full potential of Cuphead's diverse arsenal and defensive abilities. Many of these hidden coins require precise platforming, keen observation, and sometimes, the strategic use of specific charms. Fear not, aspiring cup-bearer, for this guide will illuminate every secret, ensuring you have the necessary funds to face the Devil himself and beyond.

Inkwell Isle I Coins

Inkwell Isle I introduces players to the core mechanics of Cuphead and its hidden secrets. While the early levels are relatively straightforward, a few coins are tucked away, rewarding observant explorers.

• Tutorial Level ("Botanic Panic"):
  • One coin is located high above the initial parryable carrot. You'll need to jump and slightly dash to reach it.
• Forest Clearing (After "Botanic Panic"):
  • After defeating The Root Pack, head right. A coin is perched atop a tall mushroom. A well-timed jump is required.
• Goopy Le Grande's Arena:
  • During Goopy Le Grande's second phase, he will occasionally bounce. One of his bounces can be parried. Successfully parrying this pink boxing glove will reveal a coin.
• Ribbon Road:
  • In the section with the moving platforms that resemble toy blocks, look for a series of platforms on the far right. A coin is hidden behind the last one, requiring a precise jump to grab.
• Hilda Berg's Arena:
  • During Hilda Berg's second phase, when she transforms into a cloud, she will sometimes summon pink clouds. One of these pink clouds can be parried. Successfully parrying it will drop a coin.
• Overworld Exploration:
  • There are two coins hidden on the overworld map of Inkwell Isle I.
    • One is located to the far left, past the entrance to "Botanic Panic." You'll need to jump onto a small, seemingly inaccessible platform.
    • Another coin is found by heading right from the entrance to "Clip Joint Calamity" (the casino). It's on a small platform requiring a precise jump.

Inkwell Isle II Coins

Inkwell Isle II ramps up the difficulty and the complexity of its hidden coin placements. Exploration becomes more crucial, and some coins require specific timing or charms.

• Carnival Kerfuffle:
  • In the section with the spinning carnival rides, look for a series of platforms above the main path. A coin is hidden on the upper right, requiring careful platforming to reach.
• Baroness Von Bon Bon's Arena:
  • During the Baroness's second phase, when she summons her candy minions, one of the pink candies can be parried. Successfully parrying this pink candy will yield a coin.
• Rumor Honeybottoms' Arena:
  • In the third phase of the Rumor Honeybottoms fight, when she is in her bee form and the screen scrolls upwards, she will sometimes summon pink bees. One of these pink bees can be parried. Parrying it will drop a coin.
• Grim Matchstick's Arena:
  • During Grim Matchstick's third phase, when he is a large dragon breathing fire, he will occasionally breathe a pink flame. This pink flame can be parried, and doing so will release a coin.
• Overworld Exploration:
  • Inkwell Isle II's overworld map holds three hidden coins.
    • One is located to the left of the entrance to "Shooting Star Summit." It's on a small platform requiring a precise jump.
    • Another coin is found by heading right from the entrance to "Murine Corps." It's on a high platform that requires a well-timed jump.
    • The final coin on this isle is located above the entrance to "Clip Joint Calamity." You'll need to jump from a nearby platform to reach it. The Smoke Bomb charm can be helpful here to dash through potential hazards.

Inkwell Isle III Coins

Inkwell Isle III is a significant challenge, and its hidden coins are no exception. Many require mastery of advanced platforming and careful observation of boss attack patterns.

• Shootin' Nellies:
  • In the section where you are riding the moving platforms through the desert, look for a series of platforms on the far right. A coin is hidden on a high platform that requires a precise jump and potentially a dash.
• Captain Brineybeard's Arena:
  • During Captain Brineybeard's second phase, when he summons barrels, one of the pink barrels can be parried. Successfully parrying this pink barrel will drop a coin.
• Sally Stageplay's Arena:
  • In Sally Stageplay's second phase, she will use a parasol. One of the pink parasols she deploys can be parried. Parrying it will result in a coin dropping.
• King Dice's Arena:
  • King Dice's fight is unique. While there isn't a coin directly hidden in his arena, you can earn coins by landing on specific numbers on his dice. Landing on a "1" or a "5" on the dice will award you one coin each. This means you can potentially earn up to 5 coins per successful roll if you aim for these numbers.
• Overworld Exploration:
  • Inkwell Isle III's overworld is packed with secrets, containing four hidden coins.
    • One coin is located to the left of the entrance to "Perilous Piers." It's on a small, isolated platform.
    • Another coin can be found by heading right from the entrance to "Treetop Rock." It's on a high platform requiring a precise jump.
    • A third coin is situated above the entrance to "Fiery Frolic." You'll need to use the surrounding platforms to reach it.
    • The final coin on this isle is located to the far right of the overworld, past the entrance to "Railroad Wrath." It's on a small platform that demands a well-timed jump.

Inkwell Isle IV (DLC - The Delicious Last Course) Coins

The DLC introduces Inkwell Isle IV and a new set of challenges, including more intricately hidden coins that often leverage Ms. Chalice's unique abilities and new charms.

• "First Course" Level:
  • In the first level of the DLC, "First Course," a coin is located in the section with the moving platforms. It's on a high platform that requires a precise jump and potentially a dash.
• Chef Saltbaker's Arena:
  • During Chef Saltbaker's second phase, he will throw various ingredients. One of the pink ingredients he throws can be parried. Successfully parrying this pink ingredient will drop a coin.
• Overworld Exploration:
  • Inkwell Isle IV's overworld map contains two hidden coins.
    • One coin is located to the left of the entrance to "Glumstone The Giant." It's on a small platform that requires careful jumping.
    • The second coin is found by heading right from the entrance to "Bittersweet!." It's on a high platform that can be reached with a well-timed jump. Ms. Chalice's double jump and dash can be particularly useful for these overworld coins.

Pro Tip: While not a coin itself, purchasing the "Coin" Charm from Porkrind's Emporium early in your playthrough can be incredibly beneficial. This charm causes a small coin to appear above your head when you successfully parry an object. While it doesn't directly give you hidden coins, it's an excellent way to passively earn extra currency throughout your adventures, especially in levels with many parryable objects.

General Strategy for Coin Hunting:

• Patience and Observation: Many coins are placed in areas that seem unreachable or are hidden behind visual clutter. Take your time, observe the environment, and don't be afraid to experiment with jumps.
• Charm Selection: The Smoke Bomb Charm is invaluable for navigating overworld sections and some tricky platforming sections within levels, allowing you to dash through obstacles. The Heart Charm can provide extra HP, giving you more leeway for risky coin retrieval attempts.
• Ms. Chalice's Abilities (DLC): If you're playing with Ms. Chalice, her double jump and invincible roll (dash) are crucial for reaching many of the more challenging coin locations, especially in the DLC's overworld.
• Boss Parry Practice: For coins tied to boss parries, familiarize yourself with the boss's attack patterns. Identify which projectiles are pink and learn the timing for a successful parry.
• Replay Levels: Don't feel pressured to get every coin on your first playthrough of a level. You can always replay levels from the map screen to go back and collect any missed coins.