This week, Grow a Garden brought a thrilling expansion to its prehistoric update with the introduction of the new Primal egg. This egg features a unique design, complete with ribs peeking from the top and a bone pattern along its sides. Each egg hatches a new pet with distinct characteristics, prompting a mix of curiosity and strategy among players. What makes these new dinosaur pets stand out? How can you secure a Primal egg for your collection? And which pets deserve a spot in your garden? Dive into our comprehensive Primal Pets guide for Grow a Garden to find out.
Discovering Primal Pets in Grow a Garden
The Primal egg can hatch six unique pets. While they may not be as imposing as the dinosaur pets introduced last week, their charm is undeniable. If you’ve already dabbled in the Pet Mutations update, it’s time to delve into the features of these adorable newcomers. Check out the table below to explore Primal pets, their traits, and rarity.
| Image | Pet Name | Rarity | Trait |
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Parasaurolophus | Legendary | – Reduces the opening time of a cosmetic crate by 81.80 seconds every 77 seconds. – Has a 26.19% chance to multiply the reduction time by 2.06. |
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Iguanodon | Legendary | – Grants all active dinosaur pets a bonus of 0.44 XP per second. |
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Pachycephalosaurus | Legendary | – Has a 6.28% chance to duplicate a crafted item. |
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Dilophosaurus | Mythical | – Every 13.41 minutes, spreads venom to 3.59 random pets, advancing their cooldown by 41.47 seconds or granting them 634.13 XP. |
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Ankylosaurus | Mythical | – There’s a 16.13% chance you get a stolen fruit if another player takes it. |
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Spinosaurus | Divine | – Every 19.47 minutes, removes a random mutation from 3.60 fruits and spreads it to 1 random fruit. |
How to Obtain Primal Eggs in Grow a Garden
If you’re eager to get your hands on Primal pets, there are three straightforward methods you can use. The first two rely on in-game crafting, while the third involves real money. Here’s how you can score those coveted Primal eggs:
1. Crafting Primal Eggs
The most reliable way to obtain a Primal egg is by crafting one. It’s as simple as following these steps:
- Navigate to the central area and locate the crafting table near the Prehistoric quest stall.
- Press the ‘E‘ key to interact with the table and scroll down through the recipe catalog.
- At the bottom, you’ll find the recipe for crafting the Primal egg.
- Click to select the Craft option, or spend 149 Robux to buy it outright.
- You’ll need the following items: 1x Dinosaur Egg, 1x Bone Blossom, and 5.5 million Sheckles.
- Submit the items and wait for the crafting timer to finish.
This is the most efficient way to get a single Primal egg, with a crafting time of only 30 minutes, allowing for easy subsequent egg creations.
2. Trading Pets in the DNA Machine
The second method involves trading with Graham at the DNA Machine, though it’s not a guaranteed source for a Primal egg. You may receive a range of items, including a chance for Primal or Dinosaur eggs, as well as various pets.
This approach can be more cost-effective if you have extra pets to trade. Here’s how to do it:
- Go to the central area and find the Graham NPC behind the Dinosaur Eggs stall.
- Ensure your DNA machine is upgraded, with the green variant at Max Level.
- Press ‘E’ to start the dialogue with Graham.
- Select a pet to trade by holding it out and choosing the ‘Take this pet’ option.
- Graham will process the pet with the DNA machine, followed by a timer.
- After the timer completes, claim the item which could be either a Primal or Dinosaur egg.
3. Purchasing from the In-Game Shop
Your last option is to head to the in-game shop on the left side of your screen. Here, you can buy the Premium version of the Primal Egg using Robux. While this requires spending real money, it offers unique advantages.
By choosing the Premium Primal Egg, you’ll significantly reduce hatch time to just 30 seconds. Moreover, you’ll improve your chances of obtaining higher rarity pets and even earn another Primal egg.
Top Primal Pets in Grow a Garden
With six new dinosaur species, choosing the best pet for your garden can be a challenge. Based on extensive testing, we’ve highlighted three top Primal pets that are particularly beneficial for your plants:
- Spinosaurus: This pet shines because it allows top-selling fruits to receive premium mutations, enhancing their sales potential.
- Dilophosaurus: With a focus on pet mutations in this latest update, this pet is vital for boosting the XP of your strongest garden pets.
- Pachycephalosaurus: Ideal for frequent crafters, this pet can duplicate items, helping you maximize gains in your crafting endeavors.
If you’re curious about the rankings of all pets, check out our dedicated Grow a Garden pet tier list. This wraps up our overview of Primal Eggs and their delightful pets. Which one catches your eye? Share your thoughts in the comments below!