Ark Survival Ascended Castoroides Tame – Wood Farming Beast!

Ark Survival Ascended: Taming a Castoroides

If you’ve ever played Ark Survival Ascended, you know that the Castoroides — also known as the giant beaver — is one of the most valuable creatures you can have in your tribe. From harvesting wood like a machine to serving as a mobile crafting station, these creatures are a true game-changer for any survivor. In this post, I’ll walk through my latest adventure taming one and share some thoughts on how taming has changed in ASA.

Why Tame a Castoroides?

Castoroides aren’t just adorable giant beavers — they’re one of the best utility dinos in the game. Their natural ability to harvest large amounts of wood quickly makes them perfect for builders, while their dams can provide essential resources if you’re brave enough to raid them. Having one tamed and on your side takes a lot of the grind out of survival.

Setting the Trap

For this tame, I wanted to see if the old traps still work in ASA. Back in Ark Survival Evolved, the go-to strategy was a simple four-square base with a ramp to funnel the beaver inside. It’s a reliable setup, but with the updated AI and creature mechanics in ASA, I wasn’t sure if it would hold up.

The Taming Process

Once trapped, it was all about staying safe and putting the creature to sleep with tranq arrows. Castoroides hit hard, so keeping your distance is key. I kept my focus on steady shots while staying clear of its bite radius. Once it was down, I moved quickly to start the tame using its preferred food.

Final Thoughts

Taming a Castoroides in Ark Survival Ascended is still one of the most rewarding early- to mid-game goals. These creatures will save you time, resources, and frustration — plus, they’re just fun to have around your base. Old trap methods still work, but survivors should keep in mind that ASA’s improved creature behavior means precision and good planning matter more than ever.

Have you tried taming a Castoroides in ASA yet? Did you stick with the classic trap method or try something new? Drop your strategies in the comments — I’d love to hear what worked for you!