What to know
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You can ride dinosaurs using a popular mod by Lewaii that adds rideable T-Rex (Cave Rex), Raptor, and Trilodon (Triceratops-like) from the Devastated Lands underworld.
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Dinosaurs become temporarily non-aggressive after portal tricks, enabling safe riding across land and water.
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Use CurseForge app for easy install and auto-updates on Hytale’s mod scene.
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Cave Rex works but risks crashes or death; smaller dinos like Raptor are more reliable.
Hytale takes a prehistoric turn with the “Mountable Prehistoric Beasts” mod, which introduces iconic dinosaurs as high-speed mounts. These creatures are primarily found in the dangerous Devastated Lands, where they are initially hostile to the player.
However, by utilizing clever portal mechanics, you can relocate these beasts to the starting zones, transforming them into loyal—and incredibly fast—modes of transportation.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Mod Name | Mountabletrexandraptor by Lewaii |
| Dinosaurs | Cave Rex (T-Rex), Raptor, Trilodon (Triceratops-like) |
| Location | Zone 4 Devastated Lands underworld |
| Key Features | Ride with F key, swim/jump capable, portal transport |
| Limitations | No attacking from mount, despawn risk, needs enclosure |
| Install | CurseForge app, auto-updates |
Locations involved
Head to Zone 4’s Devastated Lands—volcanic ocean islands with a hidden underworld beneath—where dinosaurs spawn aggressively near caves, water, and portals. Raptors pack up in threes, Trilodons roam open areas, and Cave Rex lurks in caves; use portals back to safer zones like starting lands for transport.
Quick mod overview
| Dinosaur | Speed | Water Ability | Portal Ease | Attack Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raptor | Very fast | Bunny hops | High | Medium |
| Trilodon | Fast | Swims fully | High | Low |
| Cave Rex | Moderate | Sinks/hops | Low (crash risk) | High |
How to lure dinosaurs through portals
Lure aggressive dinos to a portal in Zone 4 underworld by getting their attention without dying—switch to adventure mode for safety.
Step 1: Find and aggro
Spot a lone Raptor or Trilodon (packs are harder); approach in creative/adventure to make it chase you toward the portal.
Step 2: Position at portal
Walk the dino right up to the portal edge—position so its body clips through partially when activated.
Step 3: Activate and dash
Trigger the portal while mounted or leading; dash through quickly—the dino follows and “tames” temporarily on the other side.
Step 4: Mount immediately
Press F to hop on post-portal; ride away fast—dino won’t attack you initially.
Step 5: Secure your mount
Build a large enclosed pen (bigger than the dino) to store it—and prevent escapes, attacks, or despawn.
How to ride your dino mount
Once through, these beasts turn into personal speedsters for exploration.
Step 1: Approach and mount
Walk up to your secured dino and press F to mount—works on land or near water.
Step 2: Traverse terrain
Sprint to go fast; jump for boosts, swim across water (Trilodon excels here).
Step 3: Dismount safely
Press F to get off in a safe spot—avoid mobs, as you can’t attack from mount.
Step 4: Handle threats
Dismount to fight; dinos attack nearby mobs but aggro you if unsecured.
You can now ride Zone 4’s fiercest like a pro, boosting your Hytale exploration with modded thrills amid Update 1’s fresh content. Experiment safely, update via CurseForge, and watch for developer taming expansions.
