ARK: Survival Ascended News

Community Crunch 457: Male Bison Reveal, LiveOps Update, Mods Spotlight & more!

After dealing with an endless parade of mutants, monsters, and elemental nightmares, there’s something oddly comforting about a good old-fashioned angry Bison.

While his nursing counterpart might be busy feeding the next generation, this stubborn slab of muscle is more interested in clearing out threats with sheer brute force.

Don’t expect a graceful fight—do expect a lot of headbutts, ground-shaking stomps, and an unrelenting drive to protect his herd no matter the odds. Whether he's staring down a Rex or tossing an Allosaurus off a cliff, the male Bison will be a force to be reckoned with.

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From grassy valleys to icy cliffs, the Bison is ready to leave its mark when Ragnarok launches June 2nd.

We’ll be re-enabling mesh detection on Official Astraeos Servers starting Monday, May 19. When the map first launched, we temporarily disabled this system while we investigated reports of false positives. With recent adjustments now in place, we’re confident it can return to help protect fair play across the cluster. Thanks for your patience while we worked through it.

At launch, we temporarily increased the player cap on Astraeos servers to 100 to accommodate the wave of interest. Now that player activity has stabilized and server saves have grown, we’ll be returning the max player count to 70 per server on Monday, May 19. This change aligns Astraeos with the rest of the ASA network and helps ensure smoother performance during events and day-to-day play.

Hey Survivors, after careful assessment of our data, we've opted to commence 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 to give the community a shared space to play without the need for private hosting. 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 the 20th of May, we will be sunsetting these inactive servers:

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We still intend to provide larger capacity at launches as much as possible to meet the higher need during those periods.

We’re working with our partners at Nitrado to offer these saves after the scheduled sunset through Nitrado’s interface. Please stay tuned for more details.

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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:

Bunker Structure Skins by Blitzfire911 (premium)
Packed Outfits (Male) by TheAndy445 (premium)
Ancient Wyvern Costume by Ave
Busher’s Wyvern Slayer Sword by MinyYamori
Davii Mullet by MinyYamori
Arketypes: Scotoharpes by Snappin, ZCI5250
Xyphias’ Creatures: Megisotherium by Xyphias
Xyphias’ Creatures: Enantiophoenix by Xyphias
Xyphias’ Creatures: Mischoptera by Xyphias
Xyphias’ Creatures: Charnia by Xyphias

This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, May 12.

PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience
Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience
ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form

Creator: Bemo Guinness
Bemo spends a productive day breeding Maeguanas and Gasbags.
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Creator: Etholdir
Follow Etholdir's guide to build a simple yet efficient Astraeos base.
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Therizinosaurus by @cat22nyaa

Blue Boy by nezasumi

Ice Wyvern by @SoupEvolved

Will you be my mommy? by poisonivie88

Pyromane by BonnieFoxxx

I'm looking forward to seeing the griffin chicks soon. by @k3zk_627

Bleep Bleep FenderFTW is a sheep! by @CharliSpirit

Photo Mode by soittoday

Photo Mode by frozen_soap

Photo Mode by legendofdraguero

A beast that shakes the Earth by cosmicman5455

Photo Mode by eryn_galen

Enjoy your weekend!
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Threads: threads.net/@survivetheark

Official Wiki: ark.wiki.gg

Community Crunch 456: Griffin Reveal, Mods Spotlight and more!

They’ve been fast, fierce, and a fan favorite for years, so Griffin lovers, rejoice! With the arrival of Ragnarok in ARK: Survival Ascended, we’re excited to grant a long-standing community wish: Griffins will be breedable.

Whether you’re divebombing into combat or planning your next Wyvern heist, take to the skies with a new generation of Griffins—raised, trained, and imprinted—opening up new possibilities for one of our most iconic flyers!

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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:

Axolotl Plushy Cat Costume! by Beyonx
Tek Drill by Zarthan_X
Razortooth Therizino Costume by Beyonx
Deathworm Basilisk Costume by Beyonx
Castlecraft Decor Skins by AaronLongstaff, CrazyRespawn
Undead Threads by Sandi_00
The Extreme Creatures: Tyrannosaurus by Pat1419
Trophy Table by Igotups21
Cliffan’s Additional Critters by Cliffan_
The Ports of Atlas by Hazearil

ARKpocalypse servers have been wiped today!

What is ARKpocalypse?

ARKpocalypse are monthly-wipe servers with higher than usual rates.
Next wipe: May 30th, 2025

For this round, the following mods will be included:

Paleo ARK - Evolution | Dangerous Depths by UpFromTheDepths
ARKOLOGY: New Encounters by DragonHeart7998
Cyrus's Critters: Redpanda by cyrusCreates
Better Breeding by Silentrizz
Pull It! by thinkaboutit___
Vanilla with Sprinkles by DelilahEve
Human_NPCs_ASA by ZoneKi11er

You can join them by searching in the server browser! Happy Surviving!

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form

Creator: ProperlySpoopi
Here's a great guide to start taming your very own Zaldrir!
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Creator: Phlinger Phoo
Follow Philinger and Phoo on their 5 Tame Challenge on Scorched Earth!
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The trilobites don't attack on the beach in the beginning, and I really like their appearance. by @Mio301130

Greater hands guide me than my own by nanostel

So We Fought the Best Tribe in ARK by @SirDripstein

Fan Art by rov12.

Scorched Kit by Tox

Rock Drake Lord of the Sky by ScorpionSFM

Cheers by @falco_luna

Shiny Peep-colored Owl Griffin by snogryphon

Photo Mode by dinokiller120

Photo Mode by dreadthesurvivor

Peekaboo by angelss27

Done a bit of work outside my cathedral by jibbenbuilds

Community Crunch 455: Bison Reveal, Mod Spotlight and More!

Stampeding into Ragnarok with a whole lotta fluff and zero chill, the Bison is your horned heavyweight champion of headbutts and highland havoc! This community-voted bruiser isn’t just bringing brute force, (though trust us, it’s got plenty of that) it’s also packing some surprisingly nourishing qualities for those wise enough to keep it close. Whether it’s terrorizing would-be threats or just being the burly barnyard buddy you didn’t know you needed, the Bison is ready to make its mark, one glorious thud at a time.

The Bison thunders onto the ARK with the launch of Ragnarok on June the 2nd. From snow-capped peaks to sun bathed meadows, this bovine behemoth is ready to make the wilds of Ragnarok its stomping ground!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77FkLbwMgdw

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:

CozyCabins: Premium Structures Skin Set by Sandi_00 (Premium)
Arman’s Goofy Skins by Armangamer777
Botanist Catalogue by Fernandess
Cozy Flora: Floral Decor by Sandi_00
Lightbug Rhynio Costume! by Beyonx
ReapWyrm Wyvern Costume! by Beyonx
Flora Moderna Lite by Sandi_00
LF Structure Skin - Seamless Wall by LettuceFry1234
Medieval Gear by UraNuS
Cyrus’ Critters: Redpanda by CyrusCreates
Pygmy Hippo by Brandimade
The Extreme Creatures: Tyrannosaurus by Pat1419

Upcoming Official Server Maintenance

At 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET) on April 27th we will be taking down some of our servers for maintenance. We expect operations to conclude by 12:00 AM PT (3 AM ET), though some servers may return before the end of the maintenance window. Time will not progress on any of the affected servers
whilst undergoing maintenance.

Thread here

This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, April 28.

PVP/PVE: 3x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 5.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 5x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 6x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form

Creator: Apex
Apex discovers more new creatures and starts building a unique base.
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Creator: ShADDow
ShADDow mutated Dilophosaurus and put them to the test so you don't have to!
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I drew my child by @maMe_buDo

Tapejara by RoysBrushStudios

Rock Drake by @kiba_tsume0220

Mei-chan, could you please make some human food for me too? by @sis_6193

Easter Egg by @falco_luna

Yi ling from Aberration by theironwolf45

Strange creature of the contaminated areas by @shar_dragon

The alpha carno by tomboynerdy

Photo Mode by angelss27

At last... by @HotaruIkaMC

A cat-shaped base by @oititukumono

What else do you need if you have these two as your companions? by tlk08

Community Crunch 454: Astraeos Update News, Mods Spotlight, and more!

Spring has officially arrived in ARK with the return of Eggcellent Adventure! While you're out hunting for Bunny Eggs and enjoying the festivities, don't forget to keep an eye on the horizon—Astraeos is getting an update this June!

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A major update is landing in Astraeos this June, and it’s bringing more than just fresh scenery; this update unveils an entirely new frontier! Nestled deep in this upcoming expansion is a breathtaking Redwood region, where towering trees meet ancient ruins, colossal statues stand watch, and hidden secrets wait in the shadows of caves, including a stunning glacier cave!

This lush and mysterious biome isn’t just a feast for the eyes, it’s packed with prime building spots, brand-new points of interest to uncover, and will become the new home of the majestically floofy Snow Owls. Whether you’re a fearless explorer, a creative builder, or a seasoned tamer on the hunt, the Redwoods are calling. Your next great adventure begins here!

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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:

Royal Structure Skins by R0sered (premium)
Greedy Goblins Cosmetic Pack by TheRealHypernaetrema (premium)
Shinestallion Dreadmare Costume by Beyonx
LF Dino Skin - Kani by lettucefry1234
Chikifurriss Modular Outfit Mod by Beyonx
Dwarven Builders Custom Cosmetic Mod by Nekatus
Wings of Winter by Quellcrest

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Follow the trails of wild Bunny Dodos and Bunny Oviraptors to collect Bunny Eggs scattered across the ARK. These festive finds can be painted for fun or used to craft special holiday-themed cosmetics, including seasonal costumes and chibis.

Get ready to hop into the celebration now until April 30th, 2025, on Official Servers and make your ARK a little more eggstra!

For all the eggcellent details, click here!

This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, April 21.

PVP/PVE: 3x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 5.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 5x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 6x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form

Cover Art 'Unbothered' by @SirDripstein

Creator: Raasclark
Raasclark made a complete guide to everything you need to know about Eggcellent Adventure 2025!
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Creator: Steph Lyon TV
Steph goes toe-to-toe with the Manticore using a Deinotherium army!
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I was looking forward to Easter! I'm going to have lots of fun! by yuukuro07

A typical first night in Ark by DeadBeesOnACake

Fan Art by @WolfTek7

Facing destiny by @TekARK_01

Ark art i did for a friend by @StudiosGoji

3D Printed TEK Helmet by posejdoon

Photo Mode by megalosaurus9182

Photo Mode by turbospino._78380

Evo Mosasaur by @Dom1n8torG

Deinotherium by @HotaruIkaMC

The calm after the Fight by 7467a

Eggcellent Adventure & ClubARK Update are live now!

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Follow the trails of wild Bunny Dodos and Bunny Oviraptors to collect Bunny Eggs scattered across the ARK. These festive finds can be painted for fun or used to craft special holiday-themed cosmetics, including seasonal costumes and chibis.

Get ready to hop into the celebration from April 16th to April 30th, 2025, on Official Servers and make your ARK a little more eggstra!

Start Date: Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

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

Weekend - Friday 1 PM PST to Monday 1 PM PST:

PVP/PVE: 3x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
Small Tribes: 5.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 5x Breeding
ARKpocalypse: 6x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding

Bunny Dodo
Bunny Oviraptor

Bunny
Easter Chick
Jerbunny
Spring Shinehorn

Flower Wreath *new*
Bunny Egg
Festive Dino Candy (Eggcellent Adventure)

Shepard’s Crook Spear Skin (Spear) *new*
Egg Grenades Skin (Grenades) *new*
Lamb Costume Skin (Costume) *new*
Spring Tiara Skin (Headgear) *new*
Round Sunglasses Skin (Headgear) *new*
Dino Round Sunglasses Skin (Headgear) *new*
Flower Feeding Trough Skin (Feeding Trough) *new*
Flower Vase Skin (Small Decor Boxes) *new*
Chocolate Rabbit Club Skin (Club)
E4 Remote Eggsplosives Skin (C4)
Sweet Spear Carrot Skin (Spear)
Bunny Costume
Bunny Ears Skin (Headgear)
Bunny Tail Skin (Leggings)
Easter Chick Hat Skin (Headgear)
Easter Egg Hat Skin (Headgear)
Easter Egghead Skin (Headgear)
Marshmallow Hat Skin (Headgear)
Dino Easter Egg Hat Skin (Headgear)
Dino Bunny Ears Skin (Creature Hat)
Dino Easter Chick Hat Skin (Creature Hat)
Procoptodon Bunny Costume (Procoptodon)

Flower Toss Emote *new*
Bunny Hop Dance Tail

Light Green
Light Yellow
Light Orange
Light Red
Dino Light Red
Dino Light Orange
Dino Light Yellow
Dino Light Green
Dino Light Blue
Dino Light Purple
Dino Light Brown
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WyvernPurple1
LightCement
LightPink
Peach
Mint
Lavender
PowderBlue
Glacial
Cream
LightWarmGray
DeepPink
Coral
Orange
Turquoise
Dino Medium Blue
WyvernPurple0
DragonFire
WolfFur
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From the Main Menu, select the mod tab.
Search for Eggcellent Adventure in the ARK Mod list and Install it. Mod ID: 877745
After it's installed, go back to your game setup screen and select 'Mod Settings'
You will see Eggcellent Adventure and any other mods you've downloaded in 'Available Mods'
Select Eggcellent Adventure and activate it.

If you would like to enable Eggcellent Adventure on your private servers, please add the mod ID to your server command-line launch arguments (-mods=modID). No other changes should be necessary to activate the event. Mod ID: 877745

Get ready! ClubARK is decorated with an Easter theme, and we have hidden 20 golden eggs! Each egg is marked with a number from 1 to 20 — and it's your job to find them all.

Hunt down all 20 golden eggs hidden throughout ClubARK.
For each egg, take a screenshot of your character standing next to it, clearly showing the egg number.
- We recommend using Photo Mode for some of the trickier ones!
Once you’ve found them all, submit your 20 screenshots as proof in a private thread in ⁠the dedicated channels on the Official ARK Discord.

The very first Survivors to successfully find and submit proof of all 20 eggs will receive a copy of ARK: The Animated Series Cosmetic Pack featuring over 75 exclusive skins, including, Mammoth, Tusoteuthis, Spinosaurus, Equus, along with Jane, Chava, Rebel Mei Yin, and New-Armor Mei Yin. Valued at $14.99 and a copy of Bob's Tall Tales!

Players can't collaborate.
Thread must be private (and stay private).

Happy Scavenger Hunt!