1. What is the ARK Raid Damage Formula?

The ARK Raid Damage formula calculates the potential damage output of a raiding party against a defending force in ARK: Survival Evolved. It accounts for the number of attackers, their damage output, and the defensive capabilities of the target.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the ARK raid damage equation:

Where:

• \( Attackers \) — Number of attacking dinosaurs
• \( DPS \) — Damage per second per attacker
• \( Defenders \) — Number of defending dinosaurs
• \( Defense \) — Defense value per defender

Explanation: The equation calculates net damage by subtracting the total defensive capability from the total offensive capability.

3. Importance of Raid Calculations

Details: Accurate raid calculations help players plan successful attacks, estimate required resources, and avoid costly failed raids in ARK: Survival Evolved.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of attackers, their DPS, number of defenders, and their defense value. All values must be valid (positive numbers).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What counts as a good damage result?
A: Generally, you want positive damage values. Higher positive values indicate more effective raids.

Q2: How do I determine my DPS?
A: DPS can be calculated by dividing a dinosaur's damage by its attack cooldown time.

Q3: What if I get negative damage?
A: Negative damage means your attacking force is insufficient against the defense. The calculator shows 0 in these cases.

Q4: Does this account for special abilities?
A: No, this is a basic calculation. Special abilities and other factors may affect actual raid outcomes.

Q5: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It provides a theoretical estimate. Actual raid outcomes may vary due to positioning, tactics, and other in-game factors.