Mutation Consumables are useful items in Steal an Egg that can give an egg a random mutation before it hatches. These mutations can make the resulting pet more valuable, which can help you earn more money from your collection. However, there is an important detail that new players need to know. Mutation Consumables are not used directly on pets that have already hatched. You need to apply them while the target is still an egg.
What Are Mutation Consumables?
Mutation Consumables are items that can be applied to eggs in Steal an Egg. When used correctly, the consumable gives the egg a random mutation. The mutation will then carry over to the pet that comes from the egg. This means you can prepare an egg before it finishes hatching and potentially increase the value of the pet you receive.
Because the effect is random, you cannot choose exactly which mutation the egg will receive. The main thing to remember is that the item needs to be used before the egg hatches.
How to Use a Mutation Consumable
Using the item is fairly simple. First, make sure the egg is already inside your base and is still waiting to hatch. Next, select the Mutation Consumable from your available items and use it on the egg. The game will apply a random mutation to the egg.
After that, you simply need to wait for the egg to finish hatching. The pet that comes from the egg will inherit the mutation that was applied before the hatch. The basic process is:
- Get or steal an egg.
- Bring the egg back to your base.
- Place the egg in your base.
- Make sure it has not hatched yet.
- Select your Mutation Consumable.
- Apply it to the egg.
- Wait for the egg to hatch.
- Collect the mutated pet.
Can You Use Mutation Consumables on Pets?
No. Mutation Consumables are meant to be used on eggs before they hatch. If you already have a fully hatched pet, you cannot simply use one of these items to give that pet a new mutation. The mutation needs to be applied during the egg stage. This is why you should check your eggs before they hatch. If you want to use a Mutation Consumable, do it while the egg is still sitting in your base.
Why Use Mutation Consumables?
The main reason to use a Mutation Consumable is to potentially increase the value of the pet you hatch. A mutated pet can be more valuable than a normal version, which can make it useful for generating more money in your base.
Since the mutation is random, however, there is no guarantee that every egg will give you the result you want. It is better to understand that before using your consumables so you do not expect a specific mutation every time.
Mutation Consumables are simple to use once you understand when they work. Get an egg, bring it to your base, and apply the consumable before the egg finishes hatching. The resulting pet will receive the mutation, which can increase its value and help you earn more money. Just remember that the item works on eggs, not pets that have already hatched.
If you have Mutation Consumables sitting in your inventory, check your current eggs before letting them hatch. You may have an easy opportunity to use one and improve your next pet.