RPG TOOL

XP Calculator

Calculate the XP needed per level, and the total XP needed to reach a target level.

Total XP Needed

XP needed for the last level:

What is the XP Calculator?

This tool calculates the total experience points needed to go from your current level to a target level, based on the XP required for level 1 and a growth rate. It's useful for adjusting the level design of RPGs and action games.

How to Use

Enter your current level and target level as whole numbers.
Enter the XP needed to go from level 1 to the next level.
Enter the level growth rate.
Press "Calculate" to see the total XP and the XP needed for the last level.

Example

With a current level of 1, a target level of 4, 100 XP for level 1, and a growth rate of 1.2, the total XP needed is 100 + 120 + 144 = 364 XP. The XP needed for the last level is 144 XP.

Using This in Game Development

Before building a level table for a Unity RPG, you can see how required XP grows with the growth rate you choose. It's also a useful reference when thinking about level pacing relative to play time, or how much XP quest rewards should give.

Notes

The XP required for each level is the level-1 XP multiplied by the growth rate raised to a power. Enemy XP, rest bonuses, and level-based adjustments are not included. A growth rate of 1 means every level requires the same amount of XP.

FAQ

What does a growth rate of 1.2 mean?

Each time you level up, the XP required becomes 1.2 times the previous level's requirement.

Can the target level be lower than or equal to the current level?

No. The target level must be greater than the current level.

Can I use a non-whole number for the base XP?

You can enter one, but the result is rounded to a whole number of XP.