Strong in a specific role. Worth the training effort.
These creatures are a net negative for your colony. Avoid them at all costs.
: Excellent combat and hauling animals with a great concept and high performance in taking down insectoids. B-Tier: Niche Utility rimworld alpha animals tier list
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: Generally considered more trouble than they are worth due to their high maintenance and low utility. Strong in a specific role
: A more versatile version of the standard yak. They produce milk and wool, though the wool type can vary based on the environment. B-Tier: Niche Specialists
I’ve been playing with the mod for a while but still feel like I’m sleeping on some creatures or overvaluing others. With the newer updates (and DLC synergies like Biotech genetics, Royalty psycasts, etc.), I’m hoping to get a clearer picture of which animals are worth taming, breeding, or running from. Avoid them at all costs
These animals are so powerful or efficient they can carry a colony on their back. If you see one, tame or enslave it immediately.
This tier list is based on general data and community feedback. Individual experiences may vary depending on playstyle, mod configurations, and game settings.