Stomping into the post-apocalyptic chaos of Extinction, the Dreadnoughtus is as unstoppable as its name suggests. Towering above the fray, this behemoth exudes an aura of calm that contradicts its immense power. It’s a creature that doesn’t bother with the small stuff—literally—ignoring anything beneath the size of a Spinosaur to focus its wrath on worthy adversaries. When it bellows, the air itself seems to tremble, unleashing a sound so forceful it disrupts the very essence of Element, leveling the playing field against even the fiercest Titans. If you’re preparing for war, the Dreadnoughtus is the ally you need—a towering testament to survival against the odds.
The Dreadnoughtus is set to join ARK: Survival Ascended for free on December 16th, along with Extinction. It’s the fourth community-voted creature introduced in ASA. Speaking of community votes—get ready to get creative and make your voice heard again! We’ll soon begin the next creature vote to decide which prehistoric beast will roam Valguero next year.
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We’re very happy to share that we have resolved the client stall/freeze associated with the dynamic loading of mods on consoles and this is currently going through certification with Sony and Microsoft (alongside Cryopods checks being disabled in Single Player) and we’re hoping to release this update early next week once it clears certification! In the meantime, disabling “Dynamic Downloads” in the options menu remains a workaround to avoid stalls, though it will prevent dynamically downloaded cosmetics from loading.
As you may have noticed, the most recent console patch also increased the amount of mod storage space available from 20gb to 50gb on Xbox. We’re also planning to do a similar increase for PlayStation, though it likely won't be available until early next year.
The storage space change requires a larger engineering lift for PlayStation, requiring some core technology updates due to some requirements so it’s going to take us a bit more time. On Xbox, the increase was just a simple value change, making it an easy choice to roll out now. We appreciate your patience and look forward to bringing this upgrade to PlayStation as soon as the technical groundwork is in place!
Now onto the remaining events this year, we’ve got some good news and some not so good news. The good news is we really heard you when it comes to running events on the main game and not keeping them exclusive to Club ARK, so we’ll be adjusting our pipeline so that going forward, events will be represented in the main game and designed to work across multiple maps when possible.
But, given our team’s tight schedule, this Turkey Trial will be limited in that we’ll be increasing the rates on servers and doing wild dino colors but there won’t be any existing or new content. Just to provide some additional clarity, re-using the old event from last year isn’t technically feasible without significant effort due to a refactor that took place earlier this year for the newer events, this means that there won’t be any Murder Turkeys on the ARK this year.
While the Thanksgiving feast may be leaner this year, we’re cooking up something special to satisfy your holiday cravings soon so rest assured, we’re still planning on doing a Winter Wonderland event and hope to have it represented in both the base game, as well as Club ARK, with some new content, colors, and rates!
We’re incredibly proud to share a special message we received from Children’s Miracle Network following this year’s Extra Life Game Day. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity and support of the ARK community, over $116,000 was raised, making Studio Wildcard the highest fundraising individual team during Game Day weekend!
Together, we’ve helped make a real difference in the lives of the 12 million children and their families who rely on these hospitals every year.
This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without YOU, our amazing community, whose generosity and dedication inspire us every day. Thank you for tuning in and contributing to an effort we’re humbled to help facilitate.
The power of gaming communities is unstoppable, and, together, we’re changing kid’s health to change the future!
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, November 18.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Creator: Boomsmith
Have you ever played ASA, and wondered what unconventional dinos you could use to beat the bosses? In this limited series, Boomsmith dusts off rarely thought-about tames and puts them to the test!
Creator: Syntac
Syntac attempts to traverse the jungle with his trusty Parasaur and Raptor to get to his new base location, and things do not as smoothly as he planned.
Summon by @falco_luna
Pyromane by @Pekee_222
Ceratosaurus by @kinosei_x2
Finished piece of the Dreadmare by shadowqauntlet
Fan Art by @FluffyFurry6663
Stained glass ARK logo by toastchee7916
The spooky times by @SirDripstein
Astraeos - Community Centre build by strides993
Photo Mode by megalosaurus9182
Experience the beauty of a river twisting between two tree-covered hills by kjtherogue
Megalo is the most perfect creature in ark by frozen_soap
We’re blown away by the extraordinary generosity of our community during last weekend’s Extra Life charity event! Thanks to you, we’ve made a real difference together. And the excitement doesn’t stop there—a mighty new adventure that’s just around the corner!
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ARK: Survival Ascended is bringing even more morphing action with ARK x Power Rangers Wave 2, set to release on January 23 for Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation. This exciting follow-up to the original Power Rangers mod pack introduces new heroes and villains, available as a standalone pack for $9.99. Survivors can suit up as the iconic Green and White Rangers, harness the power of the Megazord, and encounter even more legendary characters.
Player Character Skins [with the signature weapons and emotes!]
Green
White
Lord Zedd
Rita Repulsa
Goldar
Alpha 5
Putty
Creature Zords Skins
White Tigerzord
Titanus
Green Dragonzord
Megazord
We’ve got a pretty important update on Cryopods that addresses some community frustrations on both PvE and PvP. Let’s begin with PvE.
We’re reverting the requirement for nearby Cryofridges when deploying Cryopods on PvE entirely. This brings back the experience to match what was on ARK: Survival Evolved. This change will come into effect on Monday, November 11th.
Now for PvP. We’re not walking back all the changes for this game mode, but we will be making an adjustment. As of Monday, November 11th, we will no longer be checking to see if Enemies are in radius when deploying creatures from Cryopods (the cryofridge requirement will still remain), and we’ll be monitoring and evaluating the impact of this change and whether we feel it’s necessary to take it a step further. We've some other ideas about how we can address some of the pain points in PvP related to cryos, namely with specific tweaks to caves and cryo-related behaviour around caves, however we're going to hold on those changes for now until we've gathered more data.
We’ve identified a stall when dynamically downloading custom cosmetics, and it relates to the way that the mod plugins are being loaded in game. We’re looking into a solution to change how the mods are loaded and hope to have that resolved as soon as possible. In the interim you can eliminate the stalls by disabling “Dynamic Downloads” in the options menu. This will prevent the stalls, but also stop you from loading any custom cosmetics that are dynamically downloaded (ones you’ve manually installed should still work).
We're working closely with our partners at Nitrado to make the official server saves from our sunsetted servers available soon. We know how much these worlds mean to you, and we're committed to helping preserve your hard-earned progress. Stay tuned for more updates!
On April 8th, we deployed a new type of server across the network (for the various game types) that we refer to as "Expire" (which is what you can search for in the session filter).
These servers will be online until 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on November 15th. We're preemptively using our allocation for Extinction to host some additional sessions that players can travel onto to farm, tame, and experience Aberration Gameplay. The same transfer restrictions apply in that you are only able to download your character, but you can freely take anything off. This is to help reduce load off some of the other servers, or provide players an option for those who just want to jump onto Aberration temporarily.
Please note that these servers will no longer exist after 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on November 15th, so if you intend to use them, remember to transfer your items/creatures/characters off before that date, as nothing will be saved beyond that time period.
We are beyond grateful for the incredible show of what can be achieved when gamers come together for a cause at this year's Extra Life Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser!
Once again, your generosity has left us in awe, smashing our goal with an incredible $130,788 during our 24-hour streaming marathon. This leaves us at a total of $1,071,697.27 raised in 23,382 donations over a decade of ARK Extra Life events. Yes, it’s been 10 years, wow!
Thank you to our wonderful gaming community for making this event another unforgettable success. Your generosity continues to make a profound difference in countless lives, your support means everything to us, and the kids!
If you missed the stream, read the recap here to learn all about what was revealed!
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For our Twitch users who won a prize, please remember to temporarily unblock whispers from strangers so we can reach out and arrange your prize delivery. We haven’t been able to connect with the following winners yet:
Shadowfax92086
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Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!
This video features:
ZUZ Structure Cosmetics by Cezog
Cliffan’s Extra Life Cosmetics by Cliffan
Klinger Cosmetics Special Cryo Fridge by KlingerMartins
Klinger Cosmetics Metal Furniture by KlingerMartins
Marshmallow Bear Skin by TeamMIROKU
Procoptodon Costume Skin by TeamMIROKU
FSG Frittos Cosmetics by Kiz3rMomo
Feral Fauna: Walliserops by Lazuli_Live
Vastium by Armangamer777
Grim Dodo by Trixter
Xyphias’ Creatures: Hatzegopteryx by Xyphias
Undead Dinos by TheRealBob
Brick Structure Skins by OrionOfficial (premium)
Roman Structure Skins by OrionOfficial (premium)
Cliffans Outfits: The Bounty Hunter by Cliffan (premium)
Step into an age where medieval life meets prehistoric wonder! "Ark Medieval: Guilds & Goblins" reimagines Ark Survival Ascended, plunging you into a world brimming with dinosaurs, ancient technology, and magical creatures. Explore six stunningly detailed medieval building sets, each procedurally generated to make every structure as unique as your journey.
This video features:
Ark Medieval: Guilds and Goblins by blitzfire911
ARKpocalypse servers have been wiped today!
What are ARKpocalypse?
ARKpocalypse are monthly-wipe servers with higher than usual rates and monthly-curated mods.
Next wipe: December 6th 2024
For this round, the following mods will be included:
MarniiMods Griffins by MarniiMods
ARKOLOGY: New Encounters by DragonHeart7998
Der Dino Finder by Hacki_van_Bane
Paleo ARK EVO+ | Native Aquatics by UpFromTheDepths
More Metal Tier Items by ChrisIChris2507
Retrosauria Assemblage: Laelaps by EishKrooked553
Utilities Plus by blitzfire911
You can join them by searching in the server browser! Happy Surviving!
During Fear Ascended, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Wednesday, November 13.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Creator: Jukari
Introducing the remastered version of the stunning cinematic experience from Aberration.
Creator: Crabbytron
In this video, Crabbytron will show you everything you need to know about taming Dreadmares!
Fan Art by vis_infinitum
Doodle of Achatina by @Akr_1031a
Running away! by @MayaPatch89
Shastasaurus by @Pekee_222
Crab dual wielding Velanosaurs and shooting a Giganotosaur by @TekARK_02
A new danger awaits you in the swamp by @SoupAscended
Jack-O-Pteranodon by totaldeathcore
Photo Mode by dinokiller120
I'm absolutely obsessed with this new map/structure skins by hiimzucky
🎃Trick or Burn🔥 by @HotaruIkaMC
Ready for Halloween and Fear Ascended by @Etholdir
Deinosuchus in the swamp on the Island. by undeadbutler
We are beyond grateful for the incredible show of what can be achieved when gamers come together for a cause at this year's Extra Life Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser!
Once again, your generosity has left us in awe, smashing our goal with an incredible $130,788 during our 24-hour streaming marathon. This leaves us at a total of $1,071,697.27 raised in 23,382 donations over a decade of ARK Extra Life events. Yes, it’s been 10 years, wow!
This unforgettable event was fueled by you, our fantastic community. Thank you to everyone who tuned in, cheered us on, and contributed to the cause. Your energy and kindness were contagious and made every hour of our stream more meaningful.
We also want to thank our incredible partners who generously donated prizes for our giveaways! And to our amazing team of streamers, your dedication to this mission was nothing short of inspiring. The hours you put in and the passion you shared with your communities made a big impact!
Thank you to our wonderful gaming community for making this event another unforgettable success. Your generosity continues to make a profound difference in countless lives, your support means everything to us, and the kids!
Xbox
Nvidia GeForce
Alienware
Overwolf
CurseForge
Mad Catz
Snail Games
Grove Street Games
Syntac & Heather - $26,653
ACE PVE Community Discord - $3,334
Phlinger Phoo - $3,000
Loaded Crysis - $2,410.59
Ark Community Charity Giveaway - $2,217
ARKATRAZ III - $2,110.01
Garuga's Modding Workshop - $2,014
MissVadams - $1,630
Crabby Tron - $1,105
MysticKorea / Mystic on Ark - $1,005
Firepumpkin Gamers Guild - $975
Official PVE Discord Community - $900
[No No No] Exoleras - $695
The ARKaholic - $520
Larry Smith - $300
Etholdir & LolsAtLance - $270
Aifias Gaming - $260
Wolfe Modding - $210
Alsano - $200
Scott Koenig - $200
Dee the Dino - $165
Ahgamer_chick - $140
Meepachan - $129
GP - $126
Black Dog - $125
Brambleberrry2 - $125
Shadow Razor - $101
Alan PETERSON - $100
crispnugget - $100
Find the rest of our roster here!
MR. H Black - $5000
Syntac & Heather - $5000
Jerry Toro - $1337
Gareth Coker - $1337
Midd - $1000
urbanninja - $1000
Ben F & Beck K - $1000
Terra Finis - $1000
Midd - $800
Jerryn - $550
Those who donated an accumulative $100 or more & those who won the big giveaways will receive an email from us in the next week or so. Those who won a chat giveaway on Twitch will be contacted via Twitch DM’s within a couple of days– please make sure you have your Twitch whispers open as some winners have their whispers closed.
Missed our 24-hour Extra Life stream? No problem! Catch up on all the exciting reveals and get a deep dive on what they do with our collection of highlights and clips! You can also download any reveal image in full resolution here.
The goodest pup on the ARK, Armadoggo is a true survivor's best friend. More than just a tame, Armadoggo can be set in Companion Mode so you never have to worry about losing it. In Companion Mode, your Armadoggo will faithfully follow wherever you go, burrowing under the ground to reach you faster when the distance between you is too great as well as when it nears death's door. Instead of crossing the Rainbow Bridge, Armadoggo will dig deep into the ground to recover, ensuring it can always return to your side. A true faithful companion.
To learn more about the Armadoggo and all its special abilities make sure to watch our segment on the Armadoggo with Craig Brown!
While not a powerhouse in combat or a rideable mount, Armadoggo can be outfitted with a variety of useful attachments, each enhancing its role as the ultimate survival companion. With a Bag attachment, Armadoggo can carry extra weight, freeing you up for other essentials. The Medkit offers emergency support, automatically healing you if your health drops too low, while Spikes and Extra Armor give Armadoggo some extra bite and protection in battle.
For those seeking versatility, the Speed Buff grants a burst of speed when you need it most, and the Meatsack can draw aggro, taking the heat off you in tight spots. Armadoggo can even carry a Food Basket or Ammo Box, ensuring that rations and ammunition are always within reach.
Other attachments, like the Spyglass and Oxygen Tank, add further exploration support by granting enhanced vision and shared oxygen, while the Rolled Sleeping Bag provides insulation and a mobile resting spot. For those with a collectible flair, Armadoggo can also hold a Chibi Basket, allowing a second chibi to level alongside you.
From extra storage to emergency healing and even distraction tactics, Armadoggo’s customizable gear allows it to support you in any situation, making it a loyal and versatile partner in survival.
If want to hear about it in more details, check out our segment about Armadoggo's attachment with Craig Brown!
Introducing Vehicles—your new way to zip around the ARK with style and speed! Fully customizable, each Vehicle has a Cab that seats the driver and a passenger, who can fire out the window for some added firepower on the move. Powered by a new special fuel, these rugged rides are perfect for transporting your crew and cargo across the landscape.
Vehicles can be crafted and stored in a Garage, a workbench-style structure that prevents decay and allows for repairs. Survivors can also fully customize their rides with multiple Add-ons and even equip a Turret, making each Vehicle uniquely yours. So grab a buddy, fill up the tank, and hit the road!
To find out more about Vehicles and their Add-ons, check out our segment with Craig and Zane!
Introducing the Tribe Tower—a massive, unrepairable structure that boosts your Tribe’s power as long as it stands tall! Built under open skies, the Tribe Tower grants a Tribe-wide buff that stacks with each real-life day it remains standing, increasing XP gains and reducing boss cooldowns. Every 30 days, it rewards the Tribe with additional Element from bosses, stacking up to five times. But beware—other Tribes can target it! Destroying a rival’s Tower even creates a trophy with their Tribe’s name and the tower’s lifespan.
To find out more about the Tribe Tower, check our segment with Craig and Zane!
Prepare for the harsh realities of the wasteland with rugged war outfits and fierce headgear crafted for true survivors. Forged from salvaged metal, weathered leather, and battered scraps, this gear is designed for those who live on the edge and thrive in the chaos. With your explosive spear in hand, you’re armed to take on anything the wasteland throws at you. Gear up and show the ARK you’re ready for a wasteland war!
To find out more, check out our segment with Craig and Zane!
Enhance your wasteland base with structures and props that bring the raw spirit of survival to life. Constructed from rusted metal, salvaged wood, and industrial scraps, these structures transform any outpost into a true stronghold of the wasteland. From railings and spiked walls to ominous table lamps and makeshift storage boxes, each piece tells a story of resilience and resourcefulness. Outfit your base with gritty props that add character and warn intruders: you’re ready to defend what’s yours.
To learn more, check out our segment with Craig and Zane!
Get ready to roam the wilds of Ragnarok with a powerful new ally—the Giant Bison! Set to arrive with its map next year, this majestic creature brings strength and resilience to their tribe, making it a valuable companion for those brave enough to tame it.
To find out more, check out our segment with Zane and Dollie!
We had the chance to sit down with Jesse and Jeremy to dive into all the animated series sequence we’ve watched so far! Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the series with these segments:
Sequence 1 - Helena and Henry chat about life around a fire
Sequence 2 - Mei-Yin trains Helena at sword fighting
Sequence 3 - Henry and Mei-Yin bring a prisoner to a town
Sequence 4 - Helena and her allies prepare to fly over to the blue obelisk
Sequence 5 - Mei-Yin prepares to fight in a survival of the fittest arena
Sequence 6 - Alasie explains her master plan to tame a Titanosaur
Relive the best moments from our Extra Life 2024 stream! Catch all the unforgettable segments here!
Raasclark sits down with Jeremy and Jesse to talk all things ARK!
Grove Street Games shows off ARK: Ultimate Survivor Edition on Mobile.
Cedric and Raasclark sit down with Shahar Sorek from Overwolf to talk about the modding scene.
Raasclark sits down for a one-on-one chat with the composer behind the music of ARK, Gareth Coker.
Raasclark and Svala sit down with Jessica Layne, director of UF Health Shands to talk about what makes Extra Life such a special event for their hospital.
Raasclark and Svala sit down with the Extra Life team to talk about Extra Life Game Day and celebrate the generosity of our community.
Raasclark and Svala sit down with Nekatus, creator of Astraeos, to talk about the future of the map and its companion mods.
Watch GGFizz's incredible building skills as he builds a special town for Extra Life!
Celebrate this year's artists and players with a montage of some of our favorite Fan Art and Photo Mode.
Concept artist Clayton draws a creature based on the chat's recommendations, and then sits down with Svala and Zane to talk about his work and the challenges that comes with drawing incredible creatures and fantastical landscapes!
Audio director Stephen Baker sits down with Raasclark and Svala to challenge them to see if they can recognize creatures or environment based solely on their sound.
Marco challenges Raasclark and Svala to guess the dinosaur based solely on a close-up image.
Raasclark and Svala are joined by Cody and Jose to taste snacks and see which one tastes the best.
Prepare to meet the Dreadmare, a legendary creature of myth and shadow. This fearsome mount, found on Scorched Earth and The Center, grants you command over dark magic, draining the life of foes, weakening defenses, and even veiling allies in a shroud of darkness. Take flight on this ominous steed and wield its unique powers to turn the tide in your favor. Embrace the shadows... Dreadmare awaits.
I’d have thought an apex predator like T. Rex or Giganotosaurus would be the scariest thing on the ARK, until I first saw this vision from a heavy metal album cover spread its wings. Dreadmare can induce an acute threat response in literally anything. All the better to scare away other scavengers from the dead meat it’s drawn to.
Those wings can focus gusts to create pressure blasts at the point of impact. Dreadmare also has an uncanny way of disrupting a target’s healing abilities while boosting its own. And there’s no outnumbering this terror, since its dreadful aura seems to drain the will to live from everything around it.
You aren’t going to break this beast the usual way. The only way to gain a Dreadmare’s respect is by killing it a few times. Yes, you read that right -- you will need to respawn one to fight again and again until you prove yourself worthy.
Once you’ve won its favor, your Dreadmare will reveal its greatest ability: to tuck another of your war-beasts into a pocket dimension for later access. Soon you’ll be riding into battle on a shadowy pegasus that can bring along surprise backup!
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We heard your feedback about Fear Ascended and have invited our spooky friends including Dodorex and Dodowyvern, to join us on the Island, Scorched Earth, and the Center. Fear Ascended and all the eerie goodies—skins, emotes, chibis, and tameable creatures are now lurking in the main game as its own mod and making a creepy appearance in Club ARK. .
The iconic Dodorex as well as its Scorched Earth counterpart, the Dodowyvern, will make their comeback into the game today as night crawls onto your servers!
10/30/2024 to 11/13/2024
Dodorex (The Island & The Center)
Dodowyvern (Scorched Earth)
Zombie Fire Wyvern (Scorched Earth)
Zombie Lightning Wyvern (Scorched Earth)
Zombie Poison Wyvern (Scorched Earth)
Zomdodo
Ghost Direwolf
Ghost Basilisk
Ghost Fire Wyvern
Ghost Bulbdog
Ghost Mantis
Ghost Rex
Ghost Surface Reaper King
Skeletal Bronto
Skeletal Carnotaurus
Skeletal Giganotosaurus
Skeletal Jerboa
Skeletal Quetzal
Skeletal Raptor
Skeletal Rex
Skeletal Stego
Skeletal Trike
All creatures will spawn on their native maps.
ClubARK has received a spooky makeover! *new*
New ClubARK “Fear Wave” Mini-game *new*
New Event Store to unlock event cosmetics with ClubARK Tokens *new*
Skeletal Giga Costume
Skeletal Raptor Costume
Skeletal Rex Costume
Skeletal Stego Costume
Skeletal Trike Costume
Skeletal Wyvern Costume
Ghost Basilisk Costume
Ghost Bulbdog Costume
Ghost Direwolf Costume
Ghost Mantis Costume
Ghost Reaper Costume
Ghost Rex Costume
Dino Witch Hat
Scary Dino Pumpkin Helmet Skin
Weapon
Cleaver (Sword) *new*
Crowbar (Pick) *new*
Armor
Werewolf Costume *new*
Arrow-Head Hat *new*
Axe-Head Hat *new*
Sword-Head Hat *new*
Araneo Swim Bottom Skin
Araneo Swim Top Skin
Basilisk Ghost Costume
Bulbdog Ghost Costume
Clown Mask Skin
Dino Witch Hat Skin
Direwolf Ghost Costume
DodoRex Mask Skin
DodoWyvern Mask Skin
Headless Costume Skin
Hockey Mask Skin
Jack-O-Lantern Swim Bottom Skin
Jack-O-Lantern Swim Top Skin
Jack-O-Lantern-Print Shirt Skin
Mantis Ghost Costume
Onyc Swim Bottom Skin
Onyc Swim Top Skin
Reaper Ghost Costume
Reaper Swim Bottom Skin
Reaper Swim Top Skin
Reaper-Print Shirt Skin
Rex Ghost Costume
Rex Bone Helmet Skin
Scary Pumpkin Helmet Skin
Skeleton Costume
Skele-Print Shirt Skin
Strawman Costume
Snow Owl Ghost Costume
Tentacle-Print Shirt Skin
Trike Bone Helmet Skin
Vampire Dodo Swim Bottom Skin
Vampire Dodo Swim Top Skin
Vampire Eyes Skin
Werewolf Mask Skin
Witch Hat Skin
ZombDodo-Print Shirt Skin
Zombie Wyvern-Print Shirt Skin
Horror Species X *new*
Festive Dino Candy (Dino Candy Corn)
Pumpkin
Scarecrow
Stolen Headstone
Chibi-Skeletal Brontosaurus
Chibi-Skeletal Carno
Chibi-Skeletal Giganotosaurus
Chibi-Skeletal Jerboa
Chibi-Skeletal Quetzal
Chibi-Skeletal Raptor
Chibi-Skeletal Rex
Chibi-Skeletal Stego
Chibi-Skeletal Trike
Chibi-Skeletal Wyvern
Chibi-Ghost Basilisk
Chibi-Ghost Direwolf
Chibi-Ghost Mantis
Chibi-Ghost Rex
Chibi-Spooky Bulbdog
Howl *new*
Sniff *new*
Evil
Panic
Scare
DarkLavender
MediumLavender
WyvernPurple0
DragonFire
Orange
Peach
Green
MediumTurquoise
DarkTeal
DarkBlue
Dino Dark Blue
Blue
ActualBlack
BlackSands
Dark Grey
MediumAutumn
Yellow
DeepPink
Unofficial server owners can apply this to their servers by adding "-HalloweenColors" into their commandline.
From the Main Menu, select the mod tab.
Search for Fear Ascended in the ARK Mod list and Install it. Mod ID: 877752
After it's installed, go back to your game setup screen and select 'Mod Settings'
You will see Fear Ascended and any other mods you've downloaded in 'Available Mods'
Select Fear Ascended and activate it.
If you would like to enable Fear Ascended on your private servers, please add the mod ID to your server command-line launch arguments (-mods=877752). No other changes should be necessary to activate the event.
Overhauled custom cosmetic UI/UX
Fixed issues with armor and skins not properly aligning on training dummies
Fixed textures not loading properly on training dummies, causing them to appear completely black
Fixed Gigantopithecus sliding on Zeppelin with structures
Fixed the map initially displaying incorrect coordinates until the cursor was moved
Fixed rocks sometimes causing rubberbanding and speed issues when riding a Ceratosaurus on a server
Fixed Large Tek Wall triggering wood VFX and audio when damaged
Fixed the inability to snap some structures to Steampunk walls
Additional fix for players sometimes dying to the anti-mesh system when climbing on player placed structures with the climbing picks
Fixed player hands and gloves turning invisible after dismounting a dino in FPV
Fixed creature AI sometimes spinning in circles while on a foundation
Fixed SIR-5rM8 continuing to interact with inventories after automated withdrawal was disabled
Fixed SIR-5rM8 converting spoiling materials like polymer into their non-spoiling counterparts when taking materials for repairing
Fixed Yi Ling’s poison damage not triggering a respawn timer when killing enemies in PvP, and kills will now show in the tribe log
Fixed Reaper King’s audio balance that caused some attacks to be heard from one side
Tek Replicator wireless crafting can now be properly disabled
Fixed constant crackling audio while wearing a Tek Suit in Aberration’s radiation zone
Fixed Crop Plot not displaying Greenhouse bonus with minimal info displayed
Fixed client FPS drop when dragging items to a different inventory
Fixed Pyromane sometimes getting destroyed by the anti-mesh system, specifically during taming, when picked up by a Megalosaurus on a server
Fixed Mineral Carrier trait losing effectiveness on adult creatures
Prevented Alpha Karkinos and Alpha Basilisk from being carried by a Rhyniognatha
Fixed Queen Bee disappearing when destroying a foundation supporting a Beehive
Fixed Greenhouse door audio not respecting master volume
Fixed Main Menu video not respecting audio sliders
Fixed an issue when changing the keybinds of whistle commands which would call the wrong command
Fixed non-dedicated server tether causing players to get stuck in one another when riding tames
Fixed character XP bar not showing the correct amount of required XP to reach the next level
Fixed a desync issue caused by picking up a buried Basilisk with a Rhyniognatha
Fixed an issue causing weapon inaccuracy when aiming while prone
Fixed an issue resulting in the inability to land next to a Titanosaur
Fixed loading screen not appearing soon enough when launching the game
Scorched Earth: Fixed floating tumbleweeds in the Wyvern Trench during weather events
Scorched Earth: Fixed notification spam during super heat when inside a Tek Sleeping Pod
The Center: Fixed inability to uncryo creatures inside the underwater bubbles
Aberration: Prevented ability to place structures directly next to enemy Gas Collectors
Aberration: Fixed multiple server crashes
PC: Added a notification for manually installed custom cosmetics that need to be updated
Xbox: Added a “Save Game” button to the escape menu in Single Player
Xbox and Playstation: Fixed an issue on the Mod UI that prevented using the back button to leave the picture preview of a mod
We’re diving into the spooky details of Fear Ascended, providing a live operations update on Aberration transfers, and sharing an update on Unreal Engine 5.4. Plus, we have an exciting announcement about a special guest host joining this year’s Extra Life event!
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The shadows draw closer... Fear Ascended is creeping into ClubARK, and all the eerie goodies—skins, emotes, chibis, and tameable creatures—will haunt ClubARK as rewards! If you’re brave enough to earn a tameable creature through ClubARK events, it will come sealed in a cryopod, ready to be unleashed on your server. Wild event dino colors will bleed through to official servers, adding a ghostly touch to the wilderness.
And for our Unofficial server friends, you can summon Fear Ascended creatures through commands or spawners—if you dare!
10/30/2024 to 11/13/2024
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Zombie Fire Wyvern
Zombie Lightning Wyvern
Zombie Poison Wyvern
Zomdodo
Skeletal Giga Costume
Skeletal Raptor Costume
Skeletal Rex Costume
Skeletal Stego Costume
Skeletal Trike Costume
Skeletal Wyvern Costume
Ghost Basilisk Costume
Ghost Bulbdog Costume
Ghost Direwolf Costume
Ghost Mantis Costume
Ghost Reaper Costume
Ghost Rex Costume
Dino Witch Hat
Scary Dino Pumpkin Helmet Skin
Weapon
Cleaver (Sword) *new*
Crowbar (Pick) *new*
Armor
Werewolf Costume *new*
Arrow-Head Hat *new*
Axe-Head Hat *new*
Sword-Head Hat *new*
Araneo Swim Bottom Skin
Araneo Swim Top Skin
Basilisk Ghost Costume
Bulbdog Ghost Costume
Clown Mask Skin
Dino Witch Hat Skin
Direwolf Ghost Costume
DodoRex Mask Skin
DodoWyvern Mask Skin
Headless Costume Skin
Hockey Mask Skin
Jack-O-Lantern Swim Bottom Skin
Jack-O-Lantern Swim Top Skin
Jack-O-Lantern-Print Shirt Skin
Mantis Ghost Costume
Onyc Swim Bottom Skin
Onyc Swim Top Skin
Reaper Ghost Costume
Reaper Swim Bottom Skin
Reaper Swim Top Skin
Reaper-Print Shirt Skin
Rex Ghost Costume
Rex Bone Helmet Skin
Scary Pumpkin Helmet Skin
Skeleton Costume
Skele-Print Shirt Skin
Strawman Costume
Snow Owl Ghost Costume
Tentacle-Print Shirt Skin
Trike Bone Helmet Skin
Vampire Dodo Swim Bottom Skin
Vampire Dodo Swim Top Skin
Vampire Eyes Skin
Werewolf Mask Skin
Witch Hat Skin
ZombDodo-Print Shirt Skin
Zombie Wyvern-Print Shirt Skin
Horror Species X *new*
Festive Dino Candy (Dino Candy Corn)
Pumpkin
Scarecrow
Stolen Headstone
Chibi-Skeletal Brontosaurus
Chibi-Skeletal Carno
Chibi-Skeletal Giganotosaurus
Chibi-Skeletal Jerboa
Chibi-Skeletal Quetzal
Chibi-Skeletal Raptor
Chibi-Skeletal Rex
Chibi-Skeletal Stego
Chibi-Skeletal Trike
Chibi-Skeletal Wyvern
Chibi-Ghost Basilisk
Chibi-Ghost Direwolf
Chibi-Ghost Mantis
Chibi-Ghost Rex
Chibi-Spooky Bulbdog
Howl *new*
Sniff *new*
Evil
Panic
Scare
DarkLavender
MediumLavender
WyvernPurple0
DragonFire
Orange
Peach
Green
MediumTurquoise
DarkTeal
DarkBlue
Dino Dark Blue
Blue
ActualBlack
BlackSands
Dark Grey
MediumAutumn
Yellow
DeepPink
A very special guest has joined our lineup—content creator Raasclark will be going live with us from our Seattle office Saturday November 2nd at 10AM Pacific for this year’s 24-hour Extra Life event! Join us for an unforgettable stream as Raasclark helps us make a difference for a great cause!
If you are interested in donating, click on the button below! All donations go to the Extra Life organization and contribute to raising the Official Network rates for 24 hours!
DONATE
We will announce all the final details in a future Crunch, but here's a sneak peak of what you can expect:
Reveals of upcoming game content, such as ARK Extinction and Bob's Tall Tales Part 3
Preview of 'ARK Ultimate Mobile Edition' from Grove Street Games
First Looks at ARK The Animated Series Part 2
Stop by on November 2nd and hang out out in our Twitch stream or Discord for an opportunity to win a cool giveaway!
Alternatively, you can join the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team and help raise money for children in need! By teaming up with us on Extra Life Gameday, not only will you be part of 24 hours of epic reveals, giveaways, and entertainment, but you'll also be giving back to those who need it most!
Transfers on Aberration Official servers will open at 10am PST/1pm EST November 8th allowing players to move items, creatures, and characters onto the map without restriction! Pack your cogs and get your Cosmos ready to explore!
Unreal Engine 5.4 is being pushed back a little bit, but is still well underway. Before we determine a new launch timeframe, let’s give you a little background on this process in the form of an analogy.
Let’s say you have a factory that bakes cakes with many specialized techniques that you designed. Now, this cake factory is a little dated. Fortunately for you, cake making techniques continue to improve, and new methodologies are available to enhance your cake. Seems pretty straightforward, right? But not exactly.
You’re working with a live cake factory; you need to continue making cakes to feed your customers, so you cannot disrupt that process to integrate these improvements. However, you can dedicate a small team to make a new cake factory, based on the original, and incorporate the upgrades.
After some time, the new cake factory has finished with the upgrades. Still, you notice that your specialized techniques that made your cake taste a certain way no longer work, so now you’ve got to spend time fixing all of that while still operating your old cake factory..
This is the stage we’re at. We’ve branched the codebase, completed the upgrade, and are now going through the time-consuming process of ensuring that everything works as expected; this doesn’t just include the old things that are essential to developing ARK and were custom-built but also making sure that the new improvements are functioning as expected within our custom codebase. This impacts how you experience the game (i.e., when we cook out the files, is the gameplay as we expect, are we noticing the performance improvements, has anything new broken?) and also how we experience the editor (are our tools functioning the way we expect them too, can level designers still create volumes, are blueprints cooking, etc.).
So yeah, while we do want to move into the new cake factory, we’re still testing that all components of our cake can be made with the new factory tools and that the cake is still a cake, but better.
It’s pretty lengthy and carries some risk. We could get through it quicker if we put more people onto it, but that adds more risk to the cake we’re giving people now (ASA) and we’ve got a lot of orders lined up for the rest of the year.
So, what’s our new timeline? We believe the safest approach would be to release the engine upgrade to 5.4 (or maybe higher at that point) in Q1 next year. This allows our team to focus on the significant content milestones this year (Extinction, Events, and Wasteland War) and then gently move on to wrapping up the upgrade after the break.
We’re really excited about the upgrade, not only because of the performance improvements but also because it gives us access to better and sharper tools to continue improving the quality of the game. It’s still coming, so hang in there!
TLDR: Cake is on the way, coming to a bakery near you in Q1 2025.
We're working closely with our partners at Nitrado to make the official server saves from our sunsetted servers available soon. We know how much these worlds mean to you, and we're committed to helping preserve your hard-earned progress. Stay tuned for more updates!
On April 8th, we deployed a new type of server across the network (for the various game types) that we refer to as "Expire" (which is what you can search for in the session filter).
These servers will be online until 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on November 15th. We're preemptively using our allocation for Extinction to host some additional sessions that players can travel onto to farm, tame, and experience Aberration Gameplay. The same transfer restrictions apply in that you are only able to download your character, but you can freely take anything off. This is to help reduce load off some of the other servers, or provide players an option for those who just want to jump onto Aberration temporarily.
Please note that these servers will no longer exist after 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on November 15th, so if you intend to use them, remember to transfer your items/creatures/characters off before that date, as nothing will be saved beyond that time period.
Happy 1-year Anniversary to ARK: Survival Ascended!
From dino-mite adventures to reaching new heights as ascended Survivors, it’s been an epic journey, and we’re grateful to have you all along for the ride. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re excited to look toward an even bigger year ahead—one filled with surprises and new discoveries. Here’s to another year of adventure together!
From all of us at Studio Wildcard—thank you, Survivors!
Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!
This video features:
MSVV Halloween by Deckard
H&N Wicked Wardrobe by TheNokosa
Randis Halloween Mod by Randi_Beers
Skin Cosmetics Klinger Reinforced Concrete by klingerMartins
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, October 28.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Player's creativity, passion, and, love for this lil' dinosaur game inspire us daily. It’s awesome to see what ARK sparks in you—be it art, mods, or stories that capture the spirit of our shared world. The talent of this community is next level, and witnessing your creations and passion reminds us why we push the boundaries of ARK’s universe.
Creator: Raasclark feat. Haitch
Raasclark and Haitch attempt to tame their very first dragon on ARKpocalypse without a HUD!
Creator: Kittykatlapurr
Kittykatlapurr is taking us on an adventure to find Basilisks on Aberration in Ark Survival Ascended. They are a rare sight to see but can be found in all zones.
ARK goodies by gman2006
Tried drawing a Megalo from memory by ikrannn
Been playing ARK lately; I like the critters. by ackusia
Aberration Ascended by @MystikQuill
Poglin by sirdrip
Gems by @falco_luna
Go go go!! by @alkonavi
Photo Mode by grungke2
Cowboy Cosmo by nesvog
Me and my Ceratosaur getting nice and cozy. by flamekeeper2224
Memorial built in honour of our dear friend and moderator, Lego by @vadams10
There's a lot going on behind the curtain at Wildcard as we gear up for one of our favorite events of the year, Fear Ascended, and a cause that's close to our hearts at the Studio, Extra Life. We've seen lots of excitement about Fear Ascended in the community so let's jump straight in and share the date!
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The shadows are creeping closer... Fear Ascended is set to sink its claws into ARK from 10/30/2024 to 11/13/2024, unleashing a dino-sized dose of eerie delights and primal frights. As the night closes in, get ready for a spooky season that’s more bone-shaking than bone-breaking. Keep your ears to the ground, Survivors—there’s more lurking in the next Community Crunch!
Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!
This video features:
Deimos Cosmetics: Reptile Skin by SurviveDeimos
Deimos Cosmetics: Dead Ninja by SurviveDeimos
Deimos Cosmetics: Pirate Skeleton by SurviveDeimos
HorrorDevs Characters Part 2 by Horrgamer
Napoleonic Costumes by JimmyBaguette
Spooky Halloween Decor Skins by Sandi_00
Extra Life Logo Skin by Mobevents
Modern Shag Rugs Skin by Sandi_00
Frankenstein Chibi by Sandi_00
Illuminating Trait by Myrmecoleontidae
Spooky Fog Machines by Sandi_00
More Metal Tier Items by ChrisIChris2507
Cliffan’s Outfits: The Stag by Cliffan
Just a reminder for those who may have missed it last week: It's that time of the year again and we’re gearing up for another Extra Life stream to support children’s hospitals through games and the strength of gaming communities.
We are excited to be going live from our Seattle office Saturday November 2nd at 10AM Pacific for 24 hours of entertainment, amazing giveaways, and much more!
If you are interested in donating, click on the button below! All donations go to the Extra Life organization and contribute to raising the Official Network rates for 24 hours!
DONATE
We will announce all the final details in a future Crunch, but here's sneak peak of what you can expect:
Reveals of upcoming game content, such as ARK Extinction and Bob's Tall Tales Part 3
Preview of 'ARK Ultimate Mobile Edition' from Grove Street Games
First Looks at ARK The Animated Series Part 2
Stop by on November 2nd and hang out out in our Twitch stream or Discord for an opportunity to win a cool giveaway!
Alternatively, you can join the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team and help raise money for children in need! By teaming up with us on Extra Life Gameday, not only will you be part of 24 hours of epic reveals, giveaways, and entertainment, but you'll also be giving back to those who need it most!
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, October 21.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Player's creativity, passion, and, love for this lil' dinosaur game inspire us daily. It’s awesome to see what ARK sparks in you—be it art, mods, or stories that capture the spirit of our shared world. The talent of this community is next level, and witnessing your creations and passion reminds us why we push the boundaries of ARK’s universe.
Creator: Phlinger
Phlinger demonstrates how to get your first Rock Drake egg the easiest way possible!
Creator: Ark Trade Federation
Learn how Sir 5rM8 can automatically fertilize your crop plots, pull the crops and berries out, and put them into refrigerators for long-term storage!
The ocean is about to get a new denizen. Deep beneath the waves, a powerful force stirs, ready to protect its allies and defeat its foes. With armor as strong as its resolve, this creature brings both brute strength and unexpected utility to the ARK.
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Dive into the depths with the Archelon—a mighty, shell-armored guardian of the ocean that’s part tank, part underwater farm, and pure powerhouse! This ancient Cnidaria-slayer is primed for battle, gaining fierce strength and durability with each jellyfish defeated. But its power doesn't stop there; tame an Archelon, and it becomes your personal algae farm, providing rich taming food for herbivores and an underwater breathing zone for you and your allies. With room to carry four passengers and a knack for turning the tides against ocean threats, the Archelon is the ultimate undersea ally for those ready to rule the waves!
Get ready, survivors! The versatile Archelon from ARK: Additions is officially coming to ARK: Survival Ascended on October 16th. While we may make a few tweaks to its design, this hard-shelled tank is set to shake up your gameplay experience!
Keep up with the development of ARK: Additions in Garuga's Discord!
It’s that time of the year again and we’re gearing up for another Extra Life stream to support children’s hospitals through games and the strength of gaming communities.
We are excited to be going live from our Seattle office Saturday November 2nd at 10AM Pacific for 24 hours of entertainment, amazing giveaways, and much more!
If you are interested in donating, click on the button below! All donations go to the Extra Life organization and contribute to raising the Official Network rates for 24 hours!
DONATE
We will announce all the final details in a future Crunch, but here's sneak peak of what you can expect:
Reveals of upcoming game content, such as ARK Extinction and Bob's Tall Tales Part 3
Preview of 'ARK Ultimate Mobile Edition' from Grove Street Games
First Looks at ARK The Animated Series Part 2
Stop by on November 2nd and hang out out in our Twitch stream or Discord for an opportunity to win a cool giveaway!
Alternatively, you can join the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team and help raise money for children in need! By teaming up with us on Extra Life Gameday, not only will you be part of 24 hours of epic reveals, giveaways, and entertainment, but you'll also be giving back to those who need it most!
Ankizy: Pal Park is a new single-player experience set in Madagascar where players learn about paleontology, Malagasy dinosaurs, and the Malagasy people. As an apprentice paleontologist, you dig up dinosaur bones and rejuvenate the island's unique dinosaurs. Unlock Engrams to use in Ankizy: Dino Pack.
Ankizy: Dino Pack adds three new-to-science dinosaurs to ARK: Ascended, along with clothes, structures, and more. Discover Masiakasaurus, a smaller theropod with sharp, forward-facing teeth; Majungasaurus, a powerful predator with a wild attitude; and Rapetosaurus, a gentle giant towering over the landscape.
This video features:
Ankizy: Pal Park by skymapdev
Ankizy: Dino Pack by skymapdev
Nekatus, the creator of Fjordur and Svartalfheim, returns with a new map—Astraeos! Set in a vast Greek-inspired world, you’ll explore ancient ruins, sail with custom Trireme ships, and face powerful new bosses. Gear up with custom skins and mods as you uncover mythological secrets hidden throughout the landscape.
Astraeos free version and companion mods are available now for crossplay!
Astraeos - Map
Astraeos - Structures
Astraeos - Wardrobe
Astraeos - Trireme Ships
As a reminder, we will start of sunsetting some of our inactive official servers after a careful assessment. Our goal is to ensure that we're always delivering the best experience possible, and official servers exist as a way for the community to play together without having to host their own. When we launch fresh content, typically, we put up more servers than we need in the long term to match the peak in user capacity; over time, these servers become ghost towns as players have dropped off and are waiting for the next major content release.
On October 15th, we'll be sunsetting these inactive Island servers:
The following servers will remain available:
We still intend to provide capacity at launches as much as possible to meet the higher need during those periods.
We’re working with our partner at Nitrado to offer these saves after the scheduled sunset through Nitrado’s interface. Please stay tuned for more details.
On April 8th, we deployed a new type of server across the network (for the various game types) that we refer to as "Expire" (which is what you can search for in the session filter).
These servers will be online until 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on November 15th. We're preemptively using our allocation for Extinction to host some additional sessions that players can travel onto to farm, tame, and experience Aberration Gameplay. The same transfer restrictions apply in that you are only able to download your character, but you can freely take anything off. This is to help reduce load off some of the other servers, or provide players an option for those who just want to jump onto Aberration temporarily.
Please note that these servers will no longer exist after 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on November 15th, so if you intend to use them, remember to transfer your items/creatures/characters off before that date, as nothing will be saved beyond that time period.
ARKpocalypse servers have been wiped today!
What are ARKpocalypse?
ARKpocalypse are monthly-wipe servers with higher than usual rates and monthly-curated mods.
Next wipe: November 8th 2024
For this round, the following mods will be included:
MarniiMods Hairstyles by MarniiMods
Moros Nothosaurus by MoroNada
Creature Compendium: Barsboldia by RealJimmyBaguette
Draconic Chronicles by Ave
Additional Munitions by snappin
ATJ Resource Extractors by Jams_uWu
You can join them by searching in the server browser! Happy Surviving!
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, October 14.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Creator: XxStevieLad87xX
Stevie gets jump scared multiple times while gathering resources for his new base!
Creator: Willow
Willow shows you how to tame and take care of a Roll Rat!
Yi Ling by @falco_luna
Ark the animated series but its in my art style by @StudiosGoji
Yi Ling by @k3zk_627
ARK-SPINOSAURUS by dsw7
Dodorex by mrshayleyquinn
Raging River Dweller by @alkonavi
Sketched rock drake-me bust by @RanoRoanoke
Photo Mode by @PortalChameleon
Is this mushroom dangerous? by @SANYUN_SOUCO
Photo Mode by @HotaruIkaMC
I’m just slithering through life, fang you very much! by @kodeations
Spooky season has arrived, and we’re fueled by pumpkin spice lattes as we're heads down on Fear Ascended event content, alongside development for Extinction, bug fixes, and performance enhancements! Given the hustle behind the scenes, this week's Crunch is fairly light, but keep your eyes peeled for upcoming news and reveals this month, along with the imminent debut of ARK's greatest sushi chef—he's ready to roll with the best of 'em!
Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!
This video features:
Powdered Wigs from the 18th Century by MinyYamori
F.P.Custom Cosmetics by Sakamakidaido
No Untameables: Seekers Update by Myrmecoleontidae
ARK Wilds: Cockatrice by Wildwaghorn
Retrosauria Assemblage: Laelaps by EishKrooked553
Xiro Additions by Elle087i
Custom Cosmetic: Novabeast by NiranV
The official AMD driver update, which addresses the crash issue, has now been publicly released. Players no longer need the beta drivers.
Hey Survivors, we’ve got an update on the official server sunset process. After listening to your feedback and incorporating additional metrics, we expanded our analysis and took a closer look at server activity. As a result of this review, we’ve decided to keep several of the previously mentioned servers online. The following servers will remain available:
As a reminder, last week we announced the start of sunsetting some of our inactive official servers after a careful assessment. Our goal is to ensure that we're always delivering the best experience possible, and official servers exist as a way for the community to play together without having to host their own. When we launch fresh content, typically, we put up more servers than we need in the long term to match the peak in user capacity; over time, these servers become ghost towns as players have dropped off and are waiting for the next major content release.
On October 15th, we'll be sunsetting these inactive Island servers:
We still intend to provide capacity at launches as much as possible to meet the higher need during those periods.
We’re working with our partner at Nitrado to offer these saves after the scheduled sunset through Nitrado’s interface. Please stay tuned for more details.
Nekatus, the creator of Fjordur and Svartalfheim, returns with a new map—Astraeos! Set in a vast Greek-inspired world, you’ll explore ancient ruins, sail with custom Trireme ships, and face powerful new bosses. Gear up with custom skins and mods as you uncover mythological secrets hidden throughout the landscape.
Astraeos’ free version will launch on October 10th, 2024, available day 1 for crossplay, with a premium version slated for later in the year!
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, October 7.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Creator: DarkEdgeTV SURVIVAL
DarkEdgeTV explores EishKrooked's new series "Retrosauria Assemblage," with the first addition being the legendary Laelaps, a retro-style tyrannosaur
Creator: BlockBeam101
BlockBeam101 made a reimagined Ark Survival Ascended version of Not Afraid Of The Dark by NerdOut!
Thank you all for participating in this contest! It was amazing to see the incredible effort put into your screenshots and fan art. As a reminder, the winners will receive codes for the Bob's Tall Tales DLC, featuring voice work by the iconic Karl Urban.
Winners, please have DM's open so we can reach out. Winners will be contacted from an Official account via their platform of entry i.e.: Discord or Twitter.
Missed this contest? Keep an eye on our Discord or Twitter for future ones!
Secrets are hidden away in the shadows of an eerie steampunk prison. Unseen forces are at work, and your escape may reveal far more than you bargained for…
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A new mission, should you choose to accept it, is to break free from a high-tech steampunk prison. Something sinister is at play, and it’s up to you to team up with a brave little Cosmo and embark on a high-stakes prison break operation. The clock is ticking, will you be able to evade the relentless grasp of the once-helpful bot and escape unscathed?
Gear up for a riveting new Club ARK adventure on October 2nd! Step into the shadowy streets of a dark, atmospheric steampunk town, where gears turn and mystery lurks in every corner—hinting at an even darker presence stirring in preparation for what’s to come…
Hey Survivors, after careful assessment, we've opted to begin the process of sunsetting a selection of our inactive official servers. Our goal is to ensure that we're always delivering the best experience possible, and official servers exist as a way for the community to play together without having to host their own. When we launch fresh content, typically, we put up more servers than we need in the long term to match the peak in user capacity; over time, these servers become ghost towns as players have dropped off and are waiting for the next major content release.
On October 15th, we'll be sunsetting these inactive Island servers:
We still intend to provide capacity at launches as much as possible to meet the higher need during those periods.
We’re working with our partner at Nitrado to offer these saves after the scheduled sunset through Nitrado’s interface. Please stay tuned for more details.
Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!
This video features:
Pinto Posse Beancan by MinyYamori
Bushy Vietnam Helmet by MinyYamori
SmarkARK Paper Bag by MinyYamori
Bad Hair Day by MinyYamori
Derpina Helmet by MinyYamori
Ayagi the vigilante by MinyYamori
Moschops Accessories by TheRealHypernatrema
Paleo ARK EVO+ Native Aquatics by Team Paleo ARK
Circa’s RP Kitchens by Circa
Circa’s RP Libraries by Circa
This video features:
GG SkyIslands Premium by RagingArcher
Temptress Lagoon: Enchanted by The Temptress Lagoon Team
Sci-Fi Soldier by Gaia Studios
Nyrandil Premium by YuTayARKMods
New official servers for Nyrandil were launched today!
We're hosting a giveaway to celebrate Aberration Ascended!
We will select five winners to receive codes for Bob's Tall Tales DLC, voiced by the iconic Karl Urban. One of them will also be chosen to be the cover of Community Crunch 429.
The theme of the contest is the many dangers of Aberration
You can enter either on Twitter or on Discord:
To enter on Discord, simply post your own art or screenshot in #aberration-contest!
To enter on Twitter, reply to this Tweet with your own art/screenshot using #AberrationAscended
Entries close on Friday, October 4, 2024 10:00 AM and winners will be announced in the Community Crunch 429 the same day!
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, September 30.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form
Creator: Raasclark
Raasclark got an early access look at Astraeos before it goes live in October 10th, 2024!
Creator: BemoGuinness
Bemo heads out to gather all the resources to craft Elements, which shouldn't be that hard. However, things go from bad to worse very fast.
Ravager Prowl by @alkonavi
The "Prophet" by @WolfTek7
Spooky Season is here! by @rasvim1313
Yi Ling head drawing by toastchee7916
Yee-haw? by @VELUKO1
Allosaurus Villainy: Irresistible by @kiba_tsume0220
I drew a cute bird that I love! by @Charlotte_14319
Emerging from the adrenaline of Aberration Ascended, we’re eager to announce the next thrilling chapter in the Ascended saga: Extinction Ascended, launching December 16th! Whether you’re a veteran or new player, Extinction is where the ARK story reaches its climactic battle for survival. Set in a ruined Earth overrun by titanic creatures, survivors must scavenge, build, and tame powerful allies to face the ultimate challenge – the colossal Titans. Get ready for the fight of your life in this vast post-apocalyptic world.
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Also coming December 16th is the final installment of Bob’s Tall Tales: Wasteland War. This post-apocalyptic adventure is filled with high-octane, Titan-slaying, Tribe-celebrating madness! Explore the wastes using new modular-built battle-cars, or redecorate your base to be a ramshackle outpost. Clash with rival Tribes in a battle for dominance using new territorial-ownership structures, or search for lost Tek Traits to further upgrade your weapons with the help of your own goodest pup. This is the ultimate test of survival in the vast wastelands of Extinction!
Joining the fray is the latest community-voted creature, Dreadnoughtus, a true titan-killer. This massive beast lives up to its name, taking on only the biggest threats. With a platform saddle large enough to carry your artillery and the ability to spit acid-coated projectiles, the Dreadnoughtus will be your ultimate ally for taking on the Titans of Extinction.
We can’t wait for you to experience Extinction Ascended and the chaos of Wasteland War. Mark your calendars for December 16th—it's time to gear up and bring the fight to the wastes!
A major version update is set to roll out next week, packed with key crash fixes, bug squashes, and several quality-of-life improvements. This update aims to resolve issues affecting gameplay stability, enhance performance across all platforms, and also includes a slew of content fixes. Thank you for your valuable reports, and we’ll continue to iterate on more so stay posted for more updates and fixes coming soon!
We’re excited to announce an upcoming overhaul to the custom cosmetic system. Our goal is to make it more streamlined and intuitive, allowing for easier navigation and quicker access to your favorite items. This update will roll out in the near future, so keep an eye out for more details soon!
An AMD beta driver is now available that fixes the loading crash in Aberration. The official release is coming soon, but you can download the beta driver early from AMD using this link.
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, September 23.
PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
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Creator: NOOBLETS
In this Ark Robot guide, Nooblets will show you how to use Sir-5rM8, the jobs it can do for you, and how to program it.
Creator: Etholdir
Eltholdir builds a Steampunk-inspired starter base on Aberration!
I'll fly anywhere for my master! by @rianeko_mabi
Showing some love to rock drakes by @SLAPunque
Aberration map has a special place in my heart by @Daddy_Toffee
Me and my partner's Wyverns on ARK by fabowo6
Feathers! Feathers! Feathers!! by @falco_luna
Forced into Hiding by sturthepotofmadness
Cosmo is cute by @farna77
Photo Mode by masonhoffy
Twins Remastered by tkgoji230
Glow of the Mushroom by mason_wolo
First attempt at a Steampunk build by @AaronLongstaff1