Content Standards
All content published on LootCalc adheres to rigorous standards for accuracy, transparency, and usefulness.
Data Accuracy
All drop rates, probabilities, and game mechanics are verified through official sources, community data mining, or empirical testing.
Transparency
We document our assumptions, data sources, and methodology. Formulas are explained and can be independently verified.
Caveats & Limitations
We clearly state assumptions, edge cases, and limitations of our calculations. No tool is presented as perfect.
Regular Updates
Calculators and content are updated when game patches change mechanics, drop rates, or formulas.
Source Standards & Update Triggers
LootCalc separates source quality from calculator convenience. A page can be useful only when players can see what inputs are official, what is community-derived, and what is an estimate.
Primary sources
Patch notes, official help pages, in-game tooltips, and publisher announcements are preferred for caps, guarantees, item costs, and rule changes.
Community data
Community spreadsheets, datamining, and player logs are used only when the page labels the assumption and the calculator exposes overrides where practical.
Estimated values
Time, EV, and route-efficiency estimates are treated as planning aids, not promises. Pages should explain which inputs drive the estimate.
- • We review affected pages when a game patch changes reward tables, caps, lockouts, pity rules, or currency costs.
- • We revise examples when calculator defaults change, even if the underlying formula remains the same.
- • We remove or replace broken source links instead of leaving unavailable references in live pages.
- • We keep methodology pages and calculators mutually linked so readers can trace where every number comes from.
Content Review Process
Every calculator and article undergoes a multi-step review process before publication and after significant updates.
1. Initial Research
Our team researches game mechanics through official patch notes, developer statements, community data mining projects, and empirical testing.
2. Mathematical Validation
All formulas and probability calculations are validated by our mathematics specialists. We verify calculations against known edge cases and community-validated results.
3. Peer Review
Content is checked against public sources, calculator assumptions, and visible formulas before publication. Complex calculators receive extra testing before they are linked from game hubs.
4. Community Validation
After publication, we actively monitor community feedback, bug reports, and accuracy concerns. Validated corrections are implemented promptly.
5. Ongoing Maintenance
We track game patches and updates, reviewing and updating calculators when mechanics change. Update history is maintained for transparency.
Editorial Process
LootCalc is maintained by a team of gaming enthusiasts with backgrounds in mathematics, statistics, and game mechanic analysis.
Maintenance Focus
- • Public source checks
- • Formula and edge-case testing
- • Clear labels for assumptions and estimates
- • Corrections from reader feedback
- • Periodic review when game patches change rewards
Learn more about our editorial standards on the Editorial Standards page.
Corrections & Updates
We are committed to maintaining accuracy and transparency. If errors are discovered:
- • Immediate review: Reported errors are reviewed within 48 hours
- • Prompt corrections: Verified errors are corrected as soon as possible
- • Update notices: Significant corrections are noted on the affected page
- • Date tracking: All pages display "Last updated" dates for transparency
Found an error? Please contact us with details including:
- • The specific calculator or article
- • Description of the error
- • Supporting evidence or sources (if applicable)
Independence & Transparency
LootCalc operates independently and is not officially affiliated with any game developer or publisher. Our analysis and calculators are:
- • Independent: Not influenced by game developers or commercial interests
- • Community-focused: Built to help players make informed decisions
- • Ad-supported: Revenue from ethical advertising helps maintain the site (we clearly label ads)
- • Open methodology: Our calculation methods are fully documented and reproducible