The DNA Core is one of the rarest materials introduced in the latest Dino Hunters update. While it doesn’t have many uses early on, it becomes an essential resource once you’re ready to evolve your strongest dinosaurs into the new Ultra Rank tier. Since DNA Cores are difficult to obtain, knowing how they work and when to use them can save you a lot of grinding. This guide explains how to get a DNA Core, what it’s used for, and the best way to prepare for Ultra Rank upgrades.
What Is a DNA Core?
A DNA Core is a high-tier upgrade material required to evolve eligible SSS Rank Dinosaurs into Ultra Rank dinosaurs. Unlike standard upgrade resources, DNA Cores are much harder to acquire and are considered one of the biggest progression bottlenecks in the game. Because of their rarity, you’ll want to avoid wasting them until you’ve decided which dinosaur you want to upgrade.
How to Get a DNA Core
At the moment, the primary way to obtain a DNA Core is through the new Raptor Nest Raid. While completing the raid, you can earn Lottery Tickets as one of the possible rewards. These tickets can then be redeemed for random prizes, including the highly sought-after DNA Core. The basic process looks like this:
- Complete the Raptor Nest Raid.
- Receive Lottery Tickets as rewards.
- Use the Lottery Tickets.
- Hope to obtain a DNA Core from the reward pool.
Since the rewards are random, you may need to farm the raid multiple times before getting your first DNA Core.
What Is the DNA Core Used For?
The DNA Core is currently required for the new Ultra Rank evolution system.
Once you’ve collected all of the necessary materials, you can upgrade an eligible SSS Rank dinosaur into its Ultra Rank version, significantly increasing its overall strength.
A single Ultra Rank upgrade requires:
- 17,000,000 Coins
- 1 DNA Core
- 1 Crimson Flame Scale
- 3 SSS Rank Dinosaurs
Because every upgrade consumes one DNA Core, obtaining multiple Ultra Rank dinosaurs will require farming several DNA Cores over time.
How to Unlock Ultra Rank Dinosaurs
Upgrading a dinosaur to Ultra Rank isn’t something you’ll accomplish early in the game. Besides obtaining a DNA Core, you’ll also need to gather several other expensive resources. Before attempting an upgrade, make sure you have:
- Three copies of the required SSS Rank dinosaur.
- A Crimson Flame Scale.
- 17 million Coins.
- One DNA Core.
Once every requirement has been met, you’ll be able to evolve your dinosaur into the new Ultra Rank tier.
Is Farming DNA Cores Worth It?
If you’re planning to build the strongest dinosaur team possible, then yes. DNA Cores are one of the most valuable resources currently available because they’re required for the highest level of dinosaur progression.
Even if you don’t have enough Coins or SSS Rank dinosaurs yet, it’s a good idea to save every DNA Core you obtain. Farming them early means you’ll already have one of the hardest materials ready once you’re prepared to unlock Ultra Rank.
The DNA Core is one of the most important endgame materials in Dino Hunters. Although obtaining one depends largely on your luck with Lottery Tickets earned from the Raptor Nest Raid, it’s an essential resource for unlocking Ultra Rank dinosaurs. Since each upgrade requires a DNA Core alongside millions of Coins and several other rare materials, players should begin farming raids early and hold onto every DNA Core they receive. Doing so will put you in a much better position when you’re ready to evolve your strongest dinosaurs into the game’s highest rank.