Core Keeper is a survival sandbox game that is currently in early access. In this adorable game, players will mine, farm, fight and build, much like other sandbox games such as Minecraft or Terraria. Core Keeper is also multiplayer, able to accommodate eight players as they explore the expansive underground that Core Keeper has to offer.
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One of the ways players can buff themselves in-game is to acquire a pet. Pets are hatched from eggs using an incubator. Different eggs can be found throughout the world, each giving players a unique and adorable pet. These pets do more than offer companionship though, they can seriously change gameplay.
8 Jr. Lava Slime
This little guy gets 8th place, but not for a lack of trying. This pet is actually super useful, it just so happens that some of the other pets can do what it can but a bit better. Having a Lava Slime pet will give players the following buffs:
- +2 glow
- +15 damage to bosses
This pet also does 11-13 points of melee damage, which is pretty average for melee attacking pets. Having a Lava Slime as a pet will be a great choice for players looking to defeat a boss in a poorly lit environment.
7 Jr. Blue Slime
While some of the slime pets in Core Keeper can be some of the best in the game, this one simply doesn't compare to the other pets players can hatch. That doesn't mean the little guy doesn't have its uses! Having a Blue Slime as a pet will grant players the following buffs:
- +13% chance to apply the slippery effect on foes
- +15% damage to bosses
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Having this guy accompany the party during a boss fight may give players a tactical advantage, especially if the boss is one that moves around a lot. The conditionality of this one is pretty much the only reason it sits so low on the list.
6 Embertail
This is the point in the list where players may find that some pets are better than others based purely on playstyle. Embertail is a great pet and will be a wonderful addition to any player's experience as they explore the underground. Having Embertail as a pet will give the player the following buffs:
- +2 glow
- +16 burn damage applied on hits
This little guy is a ranged attacker, so does a little less damage than the melee pets available in Core Keeper. The range damage average is 9-11, which is a small price to pay to keep a beloved pet out of the fight. The design of this pet is also super adorable, winning over the hearts of players everywhere.
5 Jr. Orange Slime
This guy is a super useful pet to have around, especially for players that like to debuff their enemies in order to gain the upper hand in a fight. Players who choose an Orange Slime as their pet will experience the following buffs:
- Targets movement speed is reduced by -23.5% for 4 seconds
- +15% damage against bosses
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It also does the average melee damage that all melee pets do, which is 11-13. The Orange Slime pet is a great pet to have regardless of boss fights. While it will be super useful in those scenarios, it will also be a great help while just exploring the underground and can even help if the party is being overwhelmed with foes.
4 Subterrier
For the player that wants an adorable companion that can deal a load of damage, this little guy is the perfect pet. Designed to just look like a super cute dog, there's no wonder this pet is among the fanbase's favorites. If players choose a Subterrier as their pet, they'll get the following buffs:
- +10% chance to stun on a melee hit
- +10% critical hit damage
This pup is the perfect combat companion. It's a melee attacker and does the average 11-13 melee damage with each attack. Players who choose to play with this pet will be grateful to have this good boy at their side.
3 Fanhare
This rabbit-inspired pet can deal some serious damage and is a perfect choice for the player that wants to keep their pet out of the fight while also having some great back-up. The Fanhare will be an absolute nuisance to enemies, granting the following buffs:
- +12% chance to apply poison on a hit which reduces enemies' healing by 75%
- +1 target pierced by its projectiles
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The Fanhare is a ranged attacker and will be a welcome addition to any player's game, especially if they're prioritizing damage output. With an adorable design concealing some deadly abilities, it's no wonder Core Keeper fans love this little rabbit.
2 Owlux
This pet is a little different from its compatriots. This little owl-based creature doesn't want to get involved in combat, but it will give players some significant buffs that really make it stand out from the other pets in Core Keeper. Players who choose to buddy up with Owlux will receive the following buffs:
- +7.6% movement speed
- +6.5% damage
Although this pet doesn't attack enemies, it still buffs damage making it super useful while exploring. Owlux's unique features make it a great choice for players that want to maneuver the world quickly while being prepared for any combat situation they may come across.
1 Jr. Purple Slime
The number one spot on the list goes to the wonderful Purple Slime pet! This little guy is easily the best of the slime pets and that's thanks to the buffs it features:
- +12% chance to apply poison on a hit which reduces enemies' healing by 75%
- +15% damage against bosses
These stats make the Purple Slime pet a great choice for players that are planning to go exploring, or for when they're ready to face a boss. For the adventurous player, the Purple Slime will make a perfect companion as the party explores the expanses of the underground. Having this guy, will ensure players are prepared for anything, even a surprise boss fight.
At the end of the day, the pets in Core Keeper are designed to suit players of different aesthetics and different playstyles. Check out all the available pets and see which one works best!
Core Keeper is an early-access game, available for purchase on PC platforms.
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