If you’ve spent any time roaming the neon-lit biomes of Genesis Part 2, you’ve probably seen the Enforcer zoom past, taking out wild creatures with its plasma blasts and teleporting away before you can get a shot off. These robotic mounts are one of the most versatile companions in the entire ARK franchise, perfect for both PvP raids and fast exploration across the map’s varied terrain. Learning how to tame Enforcer ARK Genesis 2 isn’t as complicated as many new players make it out to be, as long as you come prepared with the right gear and know exactly how to approach the taming process.
Prerequisites You Need Before Attempting to Tame an Enforcer
First off, you can’t just walk up to an Enforcer and start the taming process empty handed. These robots are hostile by default, and they’ll attack you on sight if you get within their detection range, so you need to come prepared to handle their high damage output and fast movement speed. I always recommend gathering all required supplies at least an hour before you head out to look for a target, so you don’t have to abandon a perfect high-level spawn to run back to base for missing materials.
Don’t skip building the taming pen if you’re a new player. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve seen players chase a level 150 Enforcer for 20 minutes only for it to teleport into a group of Corrupted Rexes and get killed before they can trap it. The 10 minutes you spend building a proper pen will save you hours of frustration later on.
Step-by-Step Process to Tame Enforcer ARK Genesis 2
First, scout for an Enforcer in the city biome along the western edge of the Genesis 2 map. Lower level Enforcers spawn near the residential zones, while high-level variants are more common near the space elevator and industrial sectors. Keep an eye out for Enforcers that are not already fighting other wild creatures, as you don’t want to accidentally kill it while trying to knock it out.
Once you’ve found your target, aggro it from a distance by firing one shot at its torso, then lead it straight into your pre-built taming pen. Shut the gate behind you immediately once it’s inside, then climb on top of the ceiling to get a clear shot at it without taking damage. Aim for its head as much as possible, as headshots deal 3x torpor damage and will cut your knockout time in half.
Once it’s knocked out, open its inventory and place the Element Shards in its food slot. The taming bar will start to rise slowly, and you’ll need to keep an eye on its torpor level to make sure it doesn’t wake up before the process is complete. Unlike organic creatures, Enforcers don’t lose health while unconscious, so you don’t need to feed them stimberries or medical brews to keep them alive during the tame.
If you want to track exactly how many Element Shards you’ll need for a specific level Enforcer, there are lots of fan-made ARK taming calculators available online that can give you an exact count. Many players who play mobile versions of ARK also use companion tools hosted on YonoAppStore to check taming times and resource requirements while they’re away from their gaming setup. It’s a handy way to plan out your taming sessions without having to tab out of the game mid-process.
If you follow these steps exactly, you’ll have a 99% success rate even if you’re playing on the hardest difficulty settings. The only time I’ve had a tame fail following this method was when a random wild Giga wandered into my pen and killed the unconscious Enforcer, so always clear the area around your pen before you start trapping a target.
Common Taming Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
Even players who have tamed dozens of Enforcers can slip up and ruin a perfect high-level tame if they’re not paying attention. The first and most common mistake is using the wrong taming food. Many new players try to use regular Element instead of Element Shards, but this cuts the taming efficiency by 70% and will leave you with a far weaker mount once the process is done.
Another big mistake is forgetting to account for the Enforcer’s teleport ability when building your taming pen. If your pen has any gaps in the walls or ceiling, the Enforcer will teleport straight out as soon as it takes damage, and you’ll lose your target entirely. I always test my pens with a low level Enforcer first before I try to trap a high level one, just to make sure there are no weak spots.
You also never want to tame an Enforcer near the edge of the map’s PvP zones if you’re playing on a public server. Other players will often target people mid-tame to steal the Enforcer for themselves, so always build your pen in a secluded, hidden spot far away from common player travel routes. Never announce your taming plans in global chat, no matter how friendly the server seems.
These small fixes will make the entire taming process far smoother, and you won’t have to waste hours redoing a failed tame. Most mistakes are completely avoidable if you take a little extra time to prepare before you head out to find an Enforcer.
What to Do With Your Newly Tamed Enforcer
Once your Enforcer is tamed, you’ll immediately see why it’s one of the most popular mounts in Genesis 2. Its teleport ability lets you cross large gaps and escape dangerous fights in seconds, and its plasma blasts deal heavy damage to both organic and robotic creatures. You can also equip it with a saddle that gives it extra armor and allows it to carry more resources during long farming runs.
For PvP players, the Enforcer is unmatched for fast raids on enemy bases. You can teleport over base walls to take out turrets and loot chests before the defending team even has time to react, then teleport back out before they can surround you. Its low stamina cost for teleporting means you can make 10+ short jumps in a row before you need to stop and recharge, which is perfect for hit-and-run tactics.
For PvE players, the Enforcer is a great all-around mount for exploring the map and farming resources. It takes reduced damage from Corrupted Creatures, so you can farm Element Shards in the wasteland biomes without having to bring a whole team of heavy mounts with you. You can also use its scan ability to detect nearby hidden supply crates and rare creature spawns, which makes finding rare loot far faster than it is with other mounts.
Make sure to level up your Enforcer’s speed and melee damage first if you plan to use it for combat, or its weight capacity if you plan to use it for farming. Many players also level up its torpor resistance, so it’s harder for other players to knock it out during PvP fights. Don’t waste levels on its food stat, since it only consumes Element Shards when you use its teleport ability, so it will almost never run out of food unless you’re using it nonstop for hours.
Taming an Enforcer is one of the most rewarding things you can do early on in your Genesis 2 playthrough, and it will make every subsequent part of the game far easier. As long as you come prepared with the right gear, build a proper taming pen, and avoid the common mistakes we covered, you’ll have your own powerful robotic companion in no time. Now that you know how to tame Enforcer ARK Genesis 2, you can head out to the city biome and start scouting for the perfect high-level spawn for your playstyle.