ARK: Survival Ascended News

It’s been a busy week, Survivors! We hope you’re enjoying your adventures across Valguero Ascended, taming the mighty Elderclaw and the frightening Megaraptor. The team’s been thrilled to see your first journeys into the reimagined landscape.

As always, our LiveOps crew is keeping a close eye on things post-launch and working through your reports — thank you for helping us smooth the path forward.





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Mighty morphin’ news, Survivors!

If you own both Power Rangers Waves 1 & 2, you will now automatically receive the[color] Ultrazord Custom Cosmetic[/color] for [color]free[/color].

Don’t have it yet? The Power Rangers x ARK Cosmetic Packs 1 & 2 are [color]50% off right now until October 14th[/color]!


While we won’t be able to host our usual 24-hour Extra Life livestream this year, we’re still going all-in on what matters most: uniting as a community to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and unlocking something special for the future of ARK: Survival Ascended.

For every $30,000 raised through the Studio Wildcard Extra Life charity campaign, the community will unlock a Dino TLC pass to be released throughout 2026, breathing new life into a classic creature of the ARK with updated gameplay and style. Up to four TLCs can be unlocked at the $120,000 milestone!

1. ⚌ Giganotosaurus
   
2. ⚌ Araneo
   
3. [color]🡅[/color] Quetzalcoatlus
   
4. [color]🡇[/color] Megalosaurus
   
5. ⚌ Thylacoleo
   
6. ⚌ Brontosaurus
   
7. ⚌ Carnotaurus
   
8. [color]🡅[/color] Plesiosaur
   
9. [color]🡇[/color] Allosaurus
   
10. ⚌ Pachycephalosaurus
    

[h2][color]Donate now[/color] to any team member [color]listed here[/color] to ensure your vote counts![/h2]



When donating to anyone on the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team, not just Studio Wildcard directly, include a message with your chosen creature’s full first name preceded by a hashtag, like this (we’ll do our best to identify typos, but try to spell them correctly!):

• #Giganotosaurus
  
• Hello #Giganotosaurus
  
• Please give #Giganotosaurus a TLC!
  

If no hashtag vote is included in the donation message, the donation will still count towards the TLC total, but it won’t advance any particular dino’s voting tally.

• Every $1 donated = 1 vote
  
• A $50 donation with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus
  
• Five $10 donations with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus (10 x 5)
  

To keep the vote balanced and consistent, eligible creatures must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a creature from The Island
  
• Must be tameable
  
• Must be rideable or a shoulder pet
  
• Must not have previously received a TLC pass
  
• The following creatures have already had a TLC pass and are not eligible:
  • Argentavis
    
  • Dire Bear
    
  • Direwolf
    
  • Gigantopithecus
    
  • Mammoth
    
  • Parasaur
    
  • Procoptodon
    
  • Raptor
    
  • Tyrannosaurus Rex
    
  • Sabertooth
    
  • Sarcosuchus
    
  • Spinosaurus
    
  • Stegosaurus
    
  • Triceratops

[color]To accommodate the new launch date of Valguero Ascended, we have adjusted the reveal dates.[/color]

• November 14 – First Winner
  
• November 21– Second Winner
  
• November 28 – Third Winner
  
• December 4 – Final Winner
  

[color]Starting October 31st thru November 10th[/color], we’ll be rolling out a selection of the community’s favorite dino colors on the official network, along with a sweet twist in place of the traditional boosted donation rates. For the event, you’ll be able to dig into Cake Slices that grant hefty bonuses to:

• Taming
  
• Breeding
  
• Imprinting
  
• EXP
  
• Harvesting
  

Our next Community Creature submission will take place in the simulated biomes of Genesis Part 1! From the crushing depths of the ocean trenches and volcanic hellscapes to the desolate lunar surfaces and treacherous bogs, this unique map offers an unparalleled variety of habitats for your real-world prehistoric creature to call home.

Start brainstorming your creature concepts and prepping those designs now, as submissions are [color]now open[/color]. We’re excited to see how your creature adapts to the challenges of the simulation.

Check out the [color]Creature Submission Guidelines[/color] below for more information on the submission process, and hop over to the Creature Submission Forum to submit your entry. We are looking forward to seeing your ideas come to life!

• The entry period will end at 1 PM Pacific on October 24th.
  
• The voting will begin immediately after and end on November 4th at 1 PM Pacific.
  
• The winner will be announced in the Crunch of November 7th.
  

Please note that this creature will be released for Genesis Part 1, so make sure your real-world submissions are thematically suited to the map’s diverse environments. We’re always blown away by the creativity and passion the community brings to creature submissions and we can’t wait to see what wild things you’ll unleash this time around!



We're inviting the community to submit their own creature designs, including their abilities, appearance, and how they fit in the game. We'll be considering all submissions, so don't hesitate to use references and Wikipedia links to support your proposal. It's time to let your imagination run wild and bring your favorite creatures to life in ARK!

• One thread per creature
  • If someone has already made a thread with your creature suggestion, feel free to upvote the thread and post your own ideas and thoughts into that existing thread
• Must be a real-world extinct/prehistoric creature (dinosaurs, mammals, reptiles, etc)
  
• Developers are disqualified from posting their own ideas
  
• Supplemental information (wiki links, images, art) is preferred.
  
• To participate in the Creature Submission votes, you'll have to have registered an account on our forums at survivetheark.com and be a Regular Member of the board which requires 6 posts.
  
• Submitters are only eligible to win the creature vote once. Non-winning finalist submitters are still eligible to win the creature vote.
  
• Posts will no longer merge with similar submissions.
  

The top 10 creatures will be selected from the ten most upvoted creatures for a second round of voting using RankedVote.

*Note that the proposed features for the creatures from the submission entry are meant to inspire their design, but certain aspects may still be modified.


We’ve added a new Lost Character Form to support Survivors who’ve lost their characters on Official Servers. 

This process covers recent character losses on Official Servers. For Unofficial servers, please reach out to your server admin directly.

If you’ve lost a character, we recommend not transferring or altering items, as this increases the chances of a successful recovery. Characters will be restored on a case-by-case basis, depending on technical viability. If recovery is possible, your character will be returned to your Cross-ARK cloud data. We recommend checking your Download Survivor screen periodically for updates.



If you’re transferring or ascending to another server with an Armadoggo or Veilwyn in Companion Mode, be sure to exit Companion Mode first. Leaving it active may cause issues during the transfer.

This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until [color]Wednesday, October 15[/color].

• [color]PVP/PVE:[/color] 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
  
• [color]Small Tribes: [/color]4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
  
• [color]ARKpocalypse:[/color] 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
  

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form



Join over 25 Ark content creators during [color]Aaron Longstaff, Raasclark and Friends 24 Hour Extra Life Livestream[/color]! 

The event will kick off at [color]11 am Pacific on Friday, November 7[/color], and will continue until the next day at the same time. Make sure to mark your calendar so you don't miss it!

If you have any questions, want to stay up to date, or are interested in volunteering behind the scenes, direct all inquiries to @SongbirdGaming on Discord.



[color]Creator[/color]: PSEMystic on ArkUDO
Mystic provides a clear guide on the dos and don'ts of taming the Megaraptor!
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]

[color]Creator[/color]: Vitality
Vitality embarks on a solo raid after taming bison for their milk on the Arkpocalypse servers.
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]



Rawr by @WolfTek7


Part 23 of drawing every Dino Dossier by cascadingcaramel


Bingle the beloved pink Dodo by littlestminnow


ARK Arkadia Reborn by romanwolf0902


Vaguero by @SirDripstein


Ragnarok by @falco_luna


Rulers of the wasteland by karns.x




Photo Mode by eeylops


Photo Mode by deathbringer5


Beware of who lurks in the dark by cosmicman5455


Photo Mode by dromey


Photo Mode by frozen_soap


[h3]Enjoy your weekend!
Studio Wildcard[/h3]

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Step into [color]Valguero Ascended[/color], where the echoes of medieval legend meet the bones of forgotten empires. Across its rolling highlands and the shadowed White Cliffs, time itself has carved a world both wild and wondrous.

From frozen tundra reborn in a golden haze to lava rivers that carve through shadowed valleys, every biome tells a story of kingdoms risen and fallen, and of survivors daring to carve out their place among the ruins. Both beautiful and brutal, Valguero is a land that tests not only your strength, but the mark you’ll leave behind.

Immerse yourself in a reawakened world, where the classic Valguero is reborn for ARK: Survival Ascended, sharper, wilder, and more deadly than ever.[/p]

[p][/p]

• [p][color]Over 63 square kilometers of land and sea[/color], each corner hiding wonders and dangers waiting to be uncovered.
  [/p]
• [p][color]Ten distinct biomes[/color], from the glowing, reimagined Tundra where beauty veils lethal cold, to towering Redwoods, sweeping White Cliffs, dense jungles, frozen snowfields, pine and oak forests, luminous ocean and deep sea, and the shadowed abyss of the [color]Aberration Trench[/color]. Every environment tells a story, and survival demands both cunning and courage.[/p]

• [p][color]The Megaraptor[/color], a terrifying apex predator that stalks in silence, its piercing gaze and ruthless strikes making it a nightmare realized. This sinister hunter dominates as Valguero’s ultimate boss encounter.
  [/p]
• [p][color]Rock Drakes[/color] nesting in the Aberration Trench, challenging survivors to risk the depths for their prize.[/p]

• [p][color]The Deinonychus[/color], a cliff-leaping hunter whose sickle-shaped claws find prey with terrifying speed, tearing into the living as its victims struggle.
  [/p]
• [p]Face the terror of [color]the Reapers[/color] in Valguero’s Aberration Trench, where surviving their assault may grant the chance to bring one of these deathly beautiful living weapons under your control.
  [/p]

• [p][color]A labyrinth of caves and caverns[/color], from glittering chambers to abyssal depths. In the Redwoods, a wild arachnid guardian haunts the entrances of forgotten caves, an ever-present menace in the shadows.
  [/p]
• [p]Scattered [color]ruins and ancient monuments[/color] whispering the stories of kingdoms and survivors lost to time.[/p]

[p][/p][p]With landscapes as breathtaking as they are merciless, Valguero offers a test of survival unlike any other. Will you master this crucible's trials, or be swallowed by its shadows? [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]


[/p][p]Something ancient stirs deep within the lush forests, an ancient power of oak and vine.[/p][p]Meet the [color]Elderclaw[/color], a breathtaking new companion that’s less like an animal and more like the living soul of the wild. Draped in blossoms and adorned with protective vines, this mystical guardian blends the strength of an apex predator with the serenity of nature itself[/p][p]Though it’s not prone to anger, crossing the Elderclaw’s path with ill-intent can awaken its wrath, and the forest answers its call. Rumours speak of twisting roots, protective vines, and strange totems which turn the tide of battle, sapping the will of enemies while bolstering allies.[/p]

[p]Taming one won’t be as simple as tossing a few berries its way. Survivors whisper about rare seedlings and cubs that must be nurtured to maturity, earning the trust of a being that embodies the land it roams. Those who succeed will find themselves gaining a steadfast warden capable of shielding its allies and drawing power straight from the earth.[/p][p]The Elderclaw is now live and is included with the Lost Colony Expansion Pass[/color], meaning all pass holders can set out to tame this supernatural forest guardian from day-one. Note that the Elderclaw will also be offered as a stand-alone Fantastic Tame purchase at a later date.[/p][p]Prepare yourselves, Survivors! The Elderclaw is here, and with it, the forest breathes anew.[/p][p][/p][p][color]Lost Colony Expansion Pass[/color] available now on [color]Steam[/color][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p][color]Valguero Ascended is now live![/color][/p]

• [p]Remastered all legacy Valguero creatures and environment[/p]
• [p]New Tameable Creatures:[/p]
  • [p]Megaraptor[/p]
  • [p]Deinonychus[/p]
  • [p]Ice Golem[/p]
  • [p]Chalk Golem[/p]
• [p]New Boss Fight: Grendel[/p]
• [p]The Valguero Memorial is now interactable, honouring those who have ascended by displaying their names[/p]
  • [p]Server owners can customize the list of names shown by adding the following line to their game.ini: ValgueroMemorialEntries=Name1;Name2;Name3;[/p]

[p][color]Fantastic Tames: Elderclaw is now live![/color][/p]

• [p]The Elderclaw arrives alongside Valguero Ascended and is included with the Lost Colony Expansion Pass, meaning all pass holders can set out to tame this supernatural forest guardian from day-one. It will also be offered as a stand-alone Fantastic Tame purchase at a later date.[/p]
• [p]The Elderclaw has been added to Valguero, Aberration, Extinction, Ragnarok, and The Center[/p]

[p][color]Changes[/color][/p]

• [p]The following wild creatures can now spawn with babies:[/p]
  • [p]Argentavis[/p]
  • [p]Dimorphodon[/p]
  • [p]Gasbags[/p]
  • [p]Griffin[/p]
  • [p]Ichthyornis[/p]
  • [p]Lymantria[/p]
  • [p]Pelagornis[/p]
  • [p]Pteranodon[/p]
  • [p]Quetzal[/p]
  • [p]Snow Owl[/p]
  • [p]Tapejara[/p]
  • [p]Vulture[/p]
  • [p]Maeguana[/p]
  • [p]Managarmr[/p]
  • [p]Yi Ling[/p]
  • [p]Hesperornis[/p]
• [p]Structure list now consolidated with the Clipboard and Hammer so it doesn't show every variant[/p]
• [p]Increased the structure skin placement range by approximately 70%[/p]
• [p]Plant pot no longer counts towards enemy foundation range[/p]
• [p]Now shows an icon and description for Bola protection after you have been bola'd[/p]
• [p]Deinosuchus’ bleed can no longer be applied to Boss enemies[/p]
• [p]Spring Drakeling’s health regeneration buff now pauses when taking damage, matching the behavior of standard health regeneration[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where shoulder pets could sometimes be unintentionally dropped by a single tap of R while mounted[/p]
  • [p]Reduced the double-tap detection window while riding from 0.75s → 0.3s to match behavior when not riding[/p]
  • [p]Added an optional keybind override allowing players to throw a mounted shoulder pet with a single consistent input, whether riding or on foot[/p]
    • [p]If the override is not configured (or when using a gamepad), the existing double-tap logic will still be used[/p]

[p][color]Bug Fixes[/color][/p]

• [p]Fix for tames sometimes falling into the mesh in single player[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue with Training dummy that caused server FPS to drop when a lot of them are being attacked[/p]
• [p]When painting an item, the icon shown is no longer darker than intended[/p]
• [p]Hespergonis and Dimorphodon no longer change positions on server restart[/p]
• [p]Tek bunker terminal can now be accessed from its inventory without needing a relog[/p]
• [p]Templates placed with Clipboard and Hammer are no longer placed too low when canceling the first time[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue causing Clipboard and Hammer placed structures to sometimes flip when being built[/p]
• [p]Fixed Beehives being placeable in the air with Clipboard and Hammer[/p]
• [p]Fixed several other issues with Clipboard and Hammer construction[/p]
• [p]Fixed certain foliage on the Island being too bright[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue that allowed BattleRig to be equipped with regular armor[/p]
• [p]Fixed overspawning Ice Wyverns on Ragnarok[/p]
• Fixed chibis visually jittering at certain locations.
  
• Fixed issue with footprints not displaying at certain locations on specific maps.
  
• [p]Club ARK - Can now reload weapon in Whac-A-Dodo[/p]
• [p]Club ARK - Fixed shark mission failing instantly in Single Player[/p]
• [p]Club ARK - Train mission and Lasso Game is no longer underwater[/p]
• [p]Fixed several exploits[/p]
• [p]Fixed several crashes[/p]

This week, the team is focused on bringing Valguero Ascended across the finish line and into your hands. In the meantime, enjoy a glimpse at the epic Lost Colony story cinematic, brought to life by MAPPA, the renowned studio behind some of anime’s most striking worlds!

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While we won’t be able to host our usual 24-hour Extra Life livestream this year, we’re still going all-in on what matters most: uniting as a community to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and unlocking something special for the future of ARK: Survival Ascended.

For every $30,000 raised through the Studio Wildcard Extra Life charity campaign, the community will unlock a Dino TLC pass to be released throughout 2026, breathing new life into a classic creature of the ARK with updated gameplay and style. Up to four TLCs can be unlocked at the $120,000 milestone!

1. ⚌ Giganotosaurus
   
2. [color]🡅[/color] Araneo
   
3. [color]🡇[/color] Megalosaurus
   
4. ⚌ Quetzalcoatlus
   
5. ⚌ Thylacoleo
   
6. ⚌ Brontosaurus
   
7. ⚌ Carnotaurus
   
8. [color]🡅[/color] Allosaurus
   
9. [color]🡇[/color] Plesiosaur
   
10. [color]🡅[/color] Pachycephalosaurus
    

[h2][color]Donate now[/color] to any team member [color]listed here[/color] to ensure your vote counts![/h2]



When donating to anyone on the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team, not just Studio Wildcard directly, include a message with your chosen creature’s full first name preceded by a hashtag, like this (we’ll do our best to identify typos, but try to spell them correctly!):

• #Giganotosaurus
  
• Hello #Giganotosaurus
  
• Please give #Giganotosaurus a TLC!
  

If no hashtag vote is included in the donation message, the donation will still count towards the TLC total, but it won’t advance any particular dino’s voting tally.

• Every $1 donated = 1 vote
  
• A $50 donation with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus
  
• Five $10 donations with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus (10 x 5)
  

To keep the vote balanced and consistent, eligible creatures must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a creature from The Island
  
• Must be tameable
  
• Must be rideable or a shoulder pet
  
• Must not have previously received a TLC pass
  
• The following creatures have already had a TLC pass and are not eligible:
  • Argentavis
    
  • Dire Bear
    
  • Direwolf
    
  • Gigantopithecus
    
  • Mammoth
    
  • Parasaur
    
  • Procoptodon
    
  • Raptor
    
  • Tyrannosaurus Rex
    
  • Sabertooth
    
  • Sarcosuchus
    
  • Spinosaurus
    
  • Stegosaurus
    
  • Triceratops

[color]To accommodate the new launch date of Valguero Ascended, we have adjusted the reveal dates.[/color]

• November 14 – First Winner
  
• November 21– Second Winner
  
• November 28 – Third Winner
  
• December 4 – Final Winner
  

[color]Starting October 31st thru November 10th[/color], we’ll be rolling out a selection of the community’s favorite dino colors on the official network, along with a sweet twist in place of the traditional boosted donation rates. For the event, you’ll be able to dig into Cake Slices that grant hefty bonuses to:

• Taming
  
• Breeding
  
• Imprinting
  
• EXP
  
• Harvesting
  

Our next Community Creature submission will take place in the simulated biomes of Genesis Part 1! From the crushing depths of the ocean trenches and volcanic hellscapes to the desolate lunar surfaces and treacherous bogs, this unique map offers an unparalleled variety of habitats for your real-world prehistoric creature to call home.

Start brainstorming your creature concepts and prepping those designs now, as submissions will open [color]October 10th[/color]. We’re excited to see how your creature adapts to the challenges of the simulation.

• The entry period will end at 1 PM Pacific on October 24th.
  
• The voting will begin immediately after and end on November 4th at 1 PM Pacific.
  
• The winner will be announced in the Crunch of November 7th.
  

Please note that this creature will be released for Genesis Part 1, so make sure your real-world submissions are thematically suited to the map’s diverse environments. We’re always blown away by the creativity and passion the community brings to creature submissions and we can’t wait to see what wild things you’ll unleash this time around!



Transfers for The Volcano and Lost City modded servers will be opening next week! For simplicity, we’ll be rolling them out alongside the Valguero Ascended launch on [color]October 7th[/color].

Get your gear packed—new adventures await!



If you’re transferring or ascending to another server with an Armadoggo or Veilwyn in Companion Mode, be sure to exit Companion Mode first. Leaving it active may cause issues during the transfer.

This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until [color]Monday, October 6[/color].

• [color]PVP/PVE:[/color] 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
  
• [color]Small Tribes: [/color]4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
  
• [color]ARKpocalypse:[/color] 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
  

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form



[color]Creator[/color]: Raasclark
Raasclark and the Monarks defeat Ragnarok's boss using only Phiomias... and maybe a really good sword.
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]

[color]Creator[/color]: Etholdir
Ever wondered how to build your base from ruins? Look no further, Etholdir has just the tutorial for you!
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]



Summer by @falco_luna


Autumn has arrived in Japan by yuukuro07


Fan art by darkspark789


Fan art by littlestminnow


Custom Dossiers by MortgageEuphoric6527


Hope itself by @TekARK_01


3D Printed ARK Logo by jtstar




Paleo ARK is cooking by frozen_soap


Emperor of the sun by dromey


Photo Mode by neomauve


Arklantis Inspiration build by jen_zen


Happy Spooktober by mystickorea


[h3]Enjoy your weekend!
Studio Wildcard[/h3]

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Survivors, we need just a little more time to get things right. [color]Valguero Ascended and Fantastic Tames: Elderclaw[/color] have been delayed by one week, and will now launch on [color]October 7th[/color] as the team focuses on final polish and stability. We know waiting is tough, and we appreciate your patience as we work to deliver the best experience possible and set the stage for an unforgettable return to Valguero.

As we make final preparations, we couldn’t resist sharing a glimpse at one of the fiercest additions coming your way: the Elderclaw! Born of the wild itself, this towering forest guardian is both protector and predator, a primal force bound to the heart of the forest.

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[previewyoutube]MODSPOLIGHTLINK[/previewyoutube]

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:

• Lost Protocol Premium Map by j26Arkitecto (premium)
  
• Movie Night Decor Cosmetics! by Beyonx (premium)
  
• Barn by Ribbet (premium)
  
• Lutralix by Lutralix
  
• Vaults & Storages Catalogue by Fernandess
  
• Paleo ARK EVO+ Native Aquatics - Bungartius Update by Team Paleo ARK
  
• ARKOLOGY: OE - Hapipalus by Dragonheart7998
  
• ClaysRexEdit by TheClay_Art
  
• ClayLeedsichthysEdit by TheClay_Art
  

While we won’t be able to host our usual 24-hour Extra Life livestream this year, we’re still going all-in on what matters most: uniting as a community to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and unlocking something special for the future of ARK: Survival Ascended.

For every $30,000 raised through the Studio Wildcard Extra Life charity campaign, the community will unlock a Dino TLC pass to be released throughout 2026, breathing new life into a classic creature of the ARK with updated gameplay and style. Up to four TLCs can be unlocked at the $120,000 milestone!

1. ⚌ Giganotosaurus
   
2. ⚌ Megalosaurus
   
3. ⚌ Araneo
   
4. ⚌ Quetzalcoatlus
   
5. ⚌ Thylacoleo
   
6. ⚌ Brontosaurus
   
7. [color]🡅[/color] Carnotaurus
   
8. [color]🡇[/color] Plesiosaur
   
9. [color]🡇[/color] Megalodon
   
10. [color]🡅[/color] Ankylosaurus
    

[h2][color]Donate now[/color] to any team member [color]listed here[/color] to ensure your vote counts![/h2]



When donating to anyone on the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team, not just Studio Wildcard directly, include a message with your chosen creature’s full first name preceded by a hashtag, like this (we’ll do our best to identify typos, but try to spell them correctly!):

• #Giganotosaurus
  
• Hello #Giganotosaurus
  
• Please give #Giganotosaurus a TLC!
  

If no hashtag vote is included in the donation message, the donation will still count towards the TLC total, but it won’t advance any particular dino’s voting tally.

• Every $1 donated = 1 vote
  
• A $50 donation with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus
  
• Five $10 donations with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus (10 x 5)
  

To keep the vote balanced and consistent, eligible creatures must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a creature from The Island
  
• Must be tameable
  
• Must be rideable or a shoulder pet
  
• Must not have previously received a TLC pass
  
• The following creatures have already had a TLC pass and are not eligible:
  • Argentavis
    
  • Dire Bear
    
  • Direwolf
    
  • Gigantopithecus
    
  • Mammoth
    
  • Parasaur
    
  • Procoptodon
    
  • Raptor
    
  • Tyrannosaurus Rex
    
  • Sabertooth
    
  • Sarcosuchus
    
  • Spinosaurus
    
  • Stegosaurus
    
  • Triceratops

• November 7 – First Winner
  
• November 14 – Second Winner
  
• November 21 – Third Winner
  
• November 28 – Final Winner

[color]Starting October 31st thru November 10th[/color], we’ll be rolling out a selection of the community’s favorite dino colors on the official network, along with a sweet twist in place of the traditional boosted donation rates. For the event, you’ll be able to dig into Cake Slices that grant hefty bonuses to:

• Taming
  
• Breeding
  
• Imprinting
  
• EXP
  
• Harvesting
  

[h3][color]ASA Build Template Contest Winners have now been chosen![/color][/h3]
[color]Four winning builds will be added as official in-game templates for everyone to use.[/color]

[color]Prizes[/color]

• 2 Community Winner – chosen by popular vote
  
• 2 Wildcard Winner – hand-picked by the Studio
  

All four winning builds will be added as official in-game templates. Plus, as an added little bonus, each winner will receive a Lost Colony Expansion Pass!



Frontier Cabin by FreyaB


Luxurious Residential Base by ジャムおやじ




All-in-one Base by 青之スピノサウルス


Rustic Dino Stable by Jin



If you’re transferring or ascending to another server with an Armadoggo or Veilwyn in Companion Mode, be sure to exit Companion Mode first. Leaving it active may cause issues during the transfer.



Amazon is updating its certificate signing system, which will impact the Epic Online Services (EOS) SDK starting October 1. While this may not affect most players, Epic recommends ensuring your Windows system is fully up to date to avoid potential issues.

To help prevent any disruptions, Epic suggests the following steps (in order of ease):

• Update and run the Epic Games Launcher (if installed) — a new mitigation feature will be added in the coming weeks.
  
• Install the latest Windows Updates to ensure the required root certificate is present.
  
• Manually install the certificate by running this command in a Command Prompt window: https://account-public-service-prod03.ol.epicgames.com/account/
  

We’ll continue to monitor the situation and share more information as needed.


Our next Community Creature submission will take place in the simulated biomes of Genesis Part 1! From the crushing depths of the ocean trenches and volcanic hellscapes to the desolate lunar surfaces and treacherous bogs, this unique map offers an unparalleled variety of habitats for your real-world prehistoric creature to call home.

Start brainstorming your creature concepts and prepping those designs now, as submissions will open in the coming weeks. We’re excited to see how your creature adapts to the challenges of the simulation.

Please note that this creature will be released for Genesis Part 1, so make sure your real-world submissions are thematically suited to the map’s diverse environments. We’re always blown away by the creativity and passion the community brings to creature submissions and we can’t wait to see what wild things you’ll unleash this time around!

This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until [color]Monday, September 29[/color].

• [color]PVP/PVE:[/color] 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
  
• [color]Small Tribes: [/color]4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
  
• [color]ARKpocalypse:[/color] 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
  

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form



Creator: SigmaTech72
In this mod spotlight, SigmaTech72 takes a closer look at the Hapipalus, part of the Overseer's Experiments Collection, by DragonHeart7998. Find out everything you need to know about this mutated Spinosaurus!
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]

Creator: Songbird Gaming
Do you want a simple little trick you can use to break up the pattern of big stone walls on your next castle build? Songbird has a solution for you!
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]



Autumn by @falco_luna


Fan Art by chara._.dreemurr


Procoptodon by nfttori


Danger Noodle by zombeastin49


Bird by jaxoj


Sleeping Megalosaurus by DarkSpark789


Fan Art by camo4546




Come with me by jokerthedragon

Photo Mode by frozen_soap


Photo Mode by tomboynerdy


Photo Mode by leraptorsauvage


Photo Mode by cosmicman5455


[h3]Enjoy your weekend!
Studio Wildcard[/h3]

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The hunt begins September 30!

Chosen by players, the Megaraptor makes its debut on Valguero Ascended with one goal: domination. Watch your backs, Survivors. This relentless hunter is ready to claw its way to the top of the food chain.

The shadows? They’ll never be safe again.

Download in full resolution

[previewyoutube]MOD SPOTLIGHT LINK[/previewyoutube]
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 are fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms, and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!

This video features:

• Paleo Ark EVO+: Rulers of the Wastelands by Team Paleo ARK
  

While we won’t be able to host our usual 24-hour Extra Life livestream this year, we’re still going all-in on what matters most: uniting as a community to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and unlocking something special for the future of ARK: Survival Ascended.

For every $30,000 raised through the Studio Wildcard Extra Life charity campaign, the community will unlock a Dino TLC pass to be released throughout 2026, breathing new life into a classic creature of the ARK with updated gameplay and style. Up to four TLCs can be unlocked at the $120,000 milestone!

1. [color]🡅[/color] Giganotosaurus
   
2. [color]🡅[/color] Megalosaurus
   
3. [color]🡇[/color] Araneo
   
4. [color]🡅[/color] Quetzalcoatlus
   
5. [color]🡇[/color] Thylacoleo
   
6. [color]🡇[/color] Brontosaurus
   
7. [color]🡅[/color] Plesiosaur
   
8. [color]🡅[/color] Megalodon
   
9. [color]🡅[/color] Carnotaurus
   
10. [color]🡅[/color] Compy
    

[h2][color]Donate now[/color] to any team member [color]listed here[/color] to ensure your vote counts![/h2]



When donating to anyone on the Studio Wildcard Extra Life Team, not just Studio Wildcard directly, include a message with your chosen creature’s full first name preceded by a hashtag, like this (we’ll do our best to identify typos, but try to spell them correctly!):

• #Giganotosaurus
  
• Hello #Giganotosaurus
  
• Please give #Giganotosaurus a TLC!
  

If no hashtag vote is included in the donation message, the donation will still count towards the TLC total, but it won’t advance any particular dino’s voting tally.

• Every $1 donated = 1 vote
  
• A $50 donation with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus
  
• Five $10 donations with #Giganotosaurus = 50 votes for Giganotosaurus (10 x 5)
  

To keep the vote balanced and consistent, eligible creatures must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a creature from The Island
  
• Must be tameable
  
• Must be rideable or a shoulder pet
  
• Must not have previously received a TLC pass
  
• The following creatures have already had a TLC pass and are not eligible:
  • Argentavis
    
  • Dire Bear
    
  • Direwolf
    
  • Gigantopithecus
    
  • Mammoth
    
  • Parasaur
    
  • Procoptodon
    
  • Raptor
    
  • Tyrannosaurus Rex
    
  • Sabertooth
    
  • Sarcosuchus
    
  • Spinosaurus
    
  • Stegosaurus
    
  • Triceratops

• November 7 – First Winner
  
• November 14 – Second Winner
  
• November 21 – Third Winner
  
• November 28 – Final Winner

[color]Starting October 31st thru November 10th[/color], we’ll be rolling out a selection of the community’s favorite dino colors on the official network, along with a sweet twist in place of the traditional boosted donation rates. For the event, you’ll be able to dig into Cake Slices that grant hefty bonuses to:

• Taming
  
• Breeding
  
• Imprinting
  
• EXP
  
• Harvesting
  

[h2][color]Final Voting is Now Live for the ASA Build Template Contest![/color][/h2]

Now it’s your turn to help shape the future in-game templates!

[color]Competition Timeline[/color]

• Winners Announced in the Crunch: Friday, September 26, 2025
  

[color]Prizes[/color]

• 2 Community Winner – chosen by popular vote
  
• 2 Wildcard Winner – hand-picked by the Studio
  

All four winning builds will be added as official in-game templates. Plus, as an added little bonus, each winner will receive a Lost Colony Expansion Pass!

[color]How to Vote[/color]

Below are the buildings that have made it into the final 10. Find out more information about the creature by clicking on the hyperlink attached to the name in the list below the voting panel. Cast your vote here!




Mini Taj Mahal by Miss Jen Zen


Luxurious Residential Base by ジャムおやじ


Big Dodo by つくもの お壱


Frontier Cabin by FreyaB


Big Cat by つくもの お壱


All-in-one Base by 青之スピノサウルス


Timberrest by Altair


Magical Tower Base by Songbird


Rustic Dino Stable by Jin


Modern Single Story by Dread



If you’re transferring or ascending to another server with an Armadoggo or Veilwyn in Companion Mode, be sure to exit Companion Mode first. Leaving it active may cause issues during the transfer.


Our next Community Creature submission will take place in the simulated biomes of Genesis Part 1! From the crushing depths of the ocean trenches and volcanic hellscapes to the desolate lunar surfaces and treacherous bogs, this unique map offers an unparalleled variety of habitats for your real-world prehistoric creature to call home.

Start brainstorming your creature concepts and prepping those designs now, as submissions will open in the coming weeks. We’re excited to see how your creature adapts to the challenges of the simulation.

Please note that this creature will be released for Genesis Part 1, so make sure your real-world submissions are thematically suited to the map’s diverse environments. We’re always blown away by the creativity and passion the community brings to creature submissions and we can’t wait to see what wild things you’ll unleash this time around!
[color]ARKpocalypse servers have been wiped today![/color]

[color]What is ARKpocalypse?[/color]

• ARKpocalypse are monthly-wipe servers with higher than usual rates.
  
• Next wipe: [color]October 17th, 2025[/color]

You can join them by typing "Arkpocalypse" in the server browser! Happy Surviving!



This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until [color]Monday, September 22[/color].

• [color]PVP/PVE:[/color] 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
  
• [color]Small Tribes: [/color]4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
  
• [color]ARKpocalypse:[/color] 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding
  

Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form



[color]Creator: Phlinger Phoo[/color]
Phlinger Phoo makes his list of the best creatures tp tame as a solo player on ASA!
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]

[color]Creator: Savkyn[/color]
Follow this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to build this breathtaking base yourself, and be ready when the map drops!
[previewyoutube]YOUTUBE URL[/previewyoutube]



Maybe don’t put your seekers on their back? They’d probably get stuck! by lunarsiren


New members by @sushii_okomeko


When I learnt Archa gliding isn't safe from Rex roars... by Az


Winter by @falco_luna


Mei Yin & Diana by rainesaur


Ark Values Ep1 Part1 by Ermerus


No one will ever guess who my favorite character is (it’s obvious I fear) by dovethecat




I just watched Alien by dinokiller120


Photo Mode by shadowqauntlet


Cool roar by packer5.0


The beginning of legends by loganthewyrmlord


Photo Mode by tomboynerdy


Enjoy your weekend!
Studio Wildcard

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