What Is a Taming Calculator?
A taming calculator estimates how long it takes to tame a creature in ARK: Survival Evolved, along with the amount of food and resources you will need, based on the creature and its level. Taming is a core part of ARK, and planning ahead with the right food and narcotics makes the process far smoother. Enter the creature, its level, and the food you plan to use, and the calculator estimates the requirements.
How to Use the Calculator
- Select the creature you want to tame.
- Enter its level.
- Choose the food type you plan to use.
- Calculate — see the taming time, food, and narcotics needed.
What Affects Taming
| Factor | Effect |
|---|---|
| Creature level | Higher levels need more food and time |
| Food type | Preferred foods tame faster and better |
| Taming method | Knockout vs passive taming |
| Taming multipliers | Server settings can speed up taming |
Knockout vs Passive Taming
Many creatures are tamed by knockout — rendering them unconscious, then feeding them while keeping them sedated with narcotics. Others are tamed passively by feeding them while they remain awake. The method and the creature's preferred food strongly affect how long taming takes and the quality of the result.
Tips for Efficient Taming
- Use the creature's preferred food for faster, higher-quality tames.
- Bring enough narcotics to keep knockout tames unconscious.
- Higher-level creatures take longer but can be stronger once tamed.
- Check your server's taming multiplier, which changes the time.
Note: Estimates depend on game version and server settings, which can change taming rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does taming take in ARK?
It depends on the creature, its level, the food used, and server multipliers. Higher levels and less-preferred foods take longer. The calculator estimates the time.
What is knockout taming?
Knockout taming means rendering a creature unconscious, then feeding it while using narcotics to keep it sedated until the taming completes.
What is passive taming?
Passive taming involves feeding a creature its preferred food while it remains awake, used for creatures that cannot be knocked out.
How do I tame faster?
Use the creature's preferred food, tame on servers with higher taming multipliers, and keep knockout creatures properly sedated to avoid losing progress.
Is this taming calculator free?
Yes — it is completely free, requires no signup, and estimates taming requirements.