The core of the 2023 auto-farming phenomenon relies on the convergence of in-game mechanics and external automation tools. Players typically identify high-value targets, such as or Lost Souls in secret caves, which offer superior drop rates for legendary items like the Kiss of Death .

: Adjusting drop rates, such as the 1 in 100,000 chance for secret weapons from certain bosses, to maintain scarcity despite 24/7 farming efforts.

The widespread adoption of these methods has forced developers to adapt. In response to 2023's "OP" scripts, updates often introduce:

: Implementing rewards for the top 15 players in global boss fights to encourage active combat over passive farming.