ARK: Survival Ascended News

We're getting the weekend started with boosted rates on Official Servers! Dive in to find about more about the Gigantoraptor which release this week, new cross-platform mods, and a recap of Garuga's "Lets Build" stream.



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Behold the queen of helicopter parenting, Gigantoraptor, with a love larger than life, this majestic creature fiercely guards its brood while exuding elegance and danger with its colorful plumage and razor-sharp claws. Get ready to witness the awe-inspiring presence of Gigantoraptor is live on The Island!



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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-bowser 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:

• The Sunken World Additions by The Sunken World Team
  
• Lady’s Feasts and Farming by MrsWerewolf
  
• Plaster Structure Set by Sandi_00
  
• Gnome by Asatron21
  
• Plant Pots by Alex2607
  
• Add Text and Icon to structures by Oli4
  

• Gnome by Asatron21
  
• Plant Pots by Alex2607
  

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Be sure to tune in this Saturday, March 2nd for Session #3 about going live!

If you missed it Session #1, you can watch it here to learn more about the visual aspects of modding.

Session #1

• Watch Past Broadcast
• Visual elements - starting a new character, setting up the animations, mesh, physics, etc.
  

Session #2

• Watch Past Broadcast
• Blueprinting - setting up the actual character BPs
  

Session #3

• March 2nd, 10 AM - 12 PM Pacific
  
• Going Live - getting the mod prepped, testing issues, uploading, etc.
  

Watch on Garuga or on SurvivetheArk's Twitch channels!

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Creator: MrMEOLA
Check out MrMEOLA as he embarks on his new modded adventure on the Amissa map!
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Creator: Phlinger Phoo
Join Phlinger on a step-by-step guide to clear the Cave of the Pack.
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Pt 1 of drawing every dino dossier by cascadingcaramel


Hi! Survivor! by @amaNatugame


ARK Therizinosaur by dragon0415sk


Angel Jerboa by TheN4STYR4BBiT


Signal / OSD by Nalak-Bel


Dilophosaurus Drawing by FalconSaurusArt


My Maewing drawing is finally finished! by u/swordeal




Someone had to do it right? by @TiiaAurora


Some more shots from Z-Variant Mods! by @xSeamair


Photo Mode by graviphoton


Parent and Child Stegosaurus by @hamubarg


No. 36 Albino by @king_ark1031


Enjoy your weekend!
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Behold the queen of helicopter parenting, Gigantoraptor, with a love larger than life, this majestic creature fiercely guards its brood while exuding elegance and danger with its colorful plumage and razor-sharp claws. Get ready to witness the awe-inspiring presence of Gigantoraptor today!


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Species: Gigantoraptor nutritor
Time: Late Cretaceous
Diet: Omnivore
Temperament: Territorial


Unless you’re planning to raid its nest, you shouldn’t let this creature’s imposing size worry you. Gigantoraptor may be fiercely protective of its brood, but it’s much more of a caregiver than a fighter.

Don’t get me wrong -- this theropod will use its sharp claws and surprising speed to defend its young when threatened. But Gigantoraptor has a soft heart for young ones -- it’ll even take in the orphaned babies of rival species.


Now for the bad news: to my knowledge, no one’s been able to figure out how to tame an adult Gigantoraptor – its unique disposition seems resistant to behavioral conditioning. However, Survivors bolder than me were able to sneak into nests to win the trust of their young, and they claim that reward is well worth the risk.

Once matured to adulthood, your tamed Gigantoraptor will happily look after any of your tribe’s young creatures, nurturing them and teaching them how to fight. It can even use its call to help you find orphaned baby animals out in the wild. If you bring those orphans home, then your Gigantoraptor will happily add them to its brood.

Gigantoraptor forms an inseparable bond with its young charges. Bring them into a fight together and they will defend each other, and your tribe, far more effectively than when apart.

We’ve made the decision to postpone the Center as it wasn’t on track to launch with the level of quality we require. Our dedicated partners – who have been working on the Center while we focus on Scorched Earth – need more time to make sure it meets our expectations, and yours. We’re sorry for this change in plans but we know it will be well worth it when the Center launches!

We’d like to offer something for you to sink your teeth into right now though! The Gigantoraptor, originally intended to debut alongside 'The Center', will be released on Wednesday, Feb 28th for all Survivors on The Island. We hope your new majestic companion will keep you company while you wait for its home-map to receive its glow-up. In preparation for Gigantoraptor launch on Wednesday, we’ll be releasing a major version patch on Monday.

Thanks as always for your support. We’re thrilled with what we have in store for ARK: Survival Ascended over the coming months and look forward to sharing it with you. Between the Gigantoraptor next week and Scorched Earth on April 1st, there’s plenty of fresh ARK content heading your way!



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Common Name: Oasisaur
Species: Oasisaur zurzura Time: Unknown
Diet: Herbivore
Temperament: Friendly


Where do I start with Oasisaur zurzura? Like most of the unique wildlife I’ve encountered here, this flying island feels like something from legendary fantasy. It’s as big as a Titanosaur, but somehow it can still defy gravity!

My hunch is that Oasisaur consumes great bunches of vegetation at once, so a handful of berries wouldn’t be an enticing enough offering. You’d have better luck courting its affection with a topiary or potted shrub, as long as you’re ready to chase rival suitors off the behemoth’s back.

This roaming oasis carries soil on its back so fertile that anything planted in it will flourish, even if practically ignored. And that back seems like it has room enough for a small neighborhood... 


This living landmass will nurture its longer-term inhabitants. That friendship is worth the time investment, because favored residents get access to a pool with truly miraculous properties. For starters, its restorative waters will cure bathers of nearly any illness or affliction.

Most unbelievably, the wellspring of an Oasisaur can reincarnate your lost animal friends! Whether by transcendental magic or access to the mysterious technologies of these ARKs, I’ve seen a fallen pet returned to newborn life by committing their essence to that rejuvenating pool.



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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-bowser 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: Alien skin by SurviveDeimos
  
• Deimos Cosmetics: Rat skin by SurviveDeimos
  
• Ride A Dodo by Schnett
  
• Fancy Furniture by jessecoleman86
  
• Spectral Suit by Ave
  
• Vergil Chair by redgear17
  
• Cliffan’s Weapons: Western by Cliffan
  
• Cliffan’s Weapons: Modern by Cliffan
  
• MXOA Unicorn by MobEvents
  
• Z-Dino Variants by Izurichan93
  
• Z-Variants Otter Edition by Izurichan93
  

• Deimos Cosmetics: Alien skin by SurviveDeimos
  
• Ride A Dodo by Schnett
  
• Fancy Furniture by jessecoleman86
  
• Spectral Suit by Ave
  
• Vergil Chair by redgear17
  
• Deimos Cosmetics: Rat skin by SurviveDeimos
  

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Love conquers all... even time!
Our Love Ascended event has been extended until Monday, February 26, 2024, on Official Servers.

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

For full details, check out this post!


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Creator: Etholdir
Learn how to make a beautiful Japanese-inspired pagoda with the help of this step-by-step tutorial.
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Creator: toastbloke
Toastbloke created a simple trap for the Baryonyx in ARK: Survival Ascended. It's cheap, easy to build, and works automatically without doors to allow safe trapping and taming.
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Valentine Event by @maMe_buDo


Helena and Radar on Scorched Earth! by @laind004


Carnotaurus by FalconSaurusArt


Nova by Nachara


Blood Moon by @WolfTek7


Sol by Rhallwyn


Cat's Day by @falco_luna




The charm of ASA's photo mode! by @hamubarg


𝕃𝕠𝕧𝕖 𝔹𝕦𝕘 by @Muni_ark


Swimming time! by m130


Zzz by cosmicman5455


Absolutely in love with the Z-Yutyrannus by @xSeamair


Enjoy your weekend!
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The Love Ascended event is in full swing, but time is ticking! Make sure to dive into the festivities before they conclude on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Additionally, we've spiced things up on the Official Servers with some brand-new custom cosmetics. Elevate your cosmetic game with these exclusive additions!



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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-bowser 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:

• Dino Colourizer! by ChrisMods
  
• Table Top Crafting by Sandi_00
  
• Prehistoric Beasts Part 2 by Queen_Crysta
  
• Prehistoric Beasts Part 3 by Queen_Crysta
  
• Undead Suit by Ave
  
• ARK310CSS by 310LOG
  
• Klinger Additional Skin Cosmetics Rustic GreenHouse by klingerMartins
  

• Undead Suit by Ave
  
• ARK310CSS by 310LOG
  
• Cliffans Saddles [Custom Cosmetics] by Cliffan_
  
• Klinger Additional Skin Cosmetics Rustic GreenHouse by klingerMartins
  
• Skeleton Costume by Ave
  

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Can you feel the love in the air? Love Ascended is live to sweep ARK survivors off their feet with an array of enchanting new treats and delights. This love-filled event, celebrating Valentine's Day, will continue to spread joy and affection until Tuesday, February 20, 2024, on Official Servers.

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

For full details, check out this post!




Be sure to tune in this Saturday, February 17th for Session #2 about blueprinting!

If you missed it Session #1, you can watch it here to learn more about the visual aspects of modding.

Session #1

• Watch Past Broadcast
• Visual elements - starting a new character, setting up the animations, mesh, physics, etc.
  

Session #2

• February 17th, 10 AM - 12 PM Pacific
  
• Blueprinting - setting up the actual character BPs
  

Session #3

• March 2nd, 10 AM - 12 PM Pacific
  
• Going Live - getting the mod prepped, testing issues, uploading, etc.
  

Watch on Garuga or on SurvivetheArk's Twitch channels!




ARKpocalypse servers have been wiped today!

What are ARKpocalypse?

• ARKpocalypse are monthly-wipe servers with higher than usual rates.
  
• Next wipe: March 15th 2024

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


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Creator: LolsAtLance
Welcome to the ultimate Love Ascended Hatchery and Breeding Base on ARK: Survival Ascended! This romantic base is perfect for all your breeding needs during the Love Ascended event.
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Creator: BEYPlays
BEYPlays shows you how to make the most of Love Ascended while it is here!
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Yutyrannus conceptual redesign by chawizawd


Lightning Wyvern by arcticthefoxwing


ARK Gigantoraptor by 드찌/어찌 


Microraptor art doll from ARK: Survival Ascended by sayvaris


Fan art by Ampraeh


Oops server repair by PixelDragonCreations


Allosaurus by Spinosaurxs




Kapro by Lissy


Cliffside Home by u/FloppyKangaroo


At dusk... by Sirius


Photo Mode by derK0MA


The hair is back on the Ark baby!!! by @Kiah0nFire


Enjoy your weekend!
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Can you feel the love in the air? Love Ascended is set to sweep ARK survivors off their feet with an array of enchanting new treats and delights. This love-filled event, celebrating Valentine's Day, kicks off on Today, February 13, 2024, and will continue to spread joy and affection until Tuesday, February 20, 2024, on Official Servers.

• Starts on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 10:00am PST
  
• Ends on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, 10:00am PST
  

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

• Love Bugs *new*
• Vday Coel
  

• Valentine’s Fishing Rod *new*
• Love Bug Hearts *new*
• Festive Dino Candy
  
• Box o' Chocolates (Now also reduce mating cooldown by 20% of current time remaining)
  

• Bear Hug Swimsuit
  
• Odd Couple Swimsuit
  
• Sauropod Heart Swimsuit
  
• Cupid Couture Bottom Skin
  
• Cupid Couture Top Skin
  
• Halo Headband Skin
  
• Heart-shaped Sunglasses Skin
  
• Heart Spring Hat
  
• Cuddle Rex Sweater
  
• Bow & Eros Skin
  
• Heart-shaped Shield Skin
  
• Teddy Bear Grenade Skin
  
• Love Shackles Skin
  
• Heart Spring Hat *new*
• Cuddle Rex Sweater *new*
• Love-Bed *new*

• Flirty Emote
  
• Heart Emote
  
• Self Hug Emote
  

• Jade
  
• PineGreen
  
• SpruceGreen
  
• LeafGreen
  
• Dino Light Blue
  
• WyvernBlue0
  
• PowderBlue
  
• Glacial
  
• DarkViolet
  
• DarkLavender
  
• MediumLavender
  
• Lavender
  
• Dino Light Red
  
• Dino Light Purple
  
• LightPink
  
• Magenta
  
• DeepPink
  
• Red
  
• Dark Red
  
• DragonFire
  
• Dark Magenta
  
• Dino Albino
  
• NearWhite
  
• Cream
  

• From the Main Menu, select the mod tab.
  
• Search for Love Ascended in the ARK Mod list and Install it. ModID: 927084
• After it's installed, go back to your game setup screen and select 'Mod Settings'
  
• You will see Love Ascended and any other mods you've downloaded in 'Available Mods'
  
• Select Love Ascended and activate it.
  

• If you would like to enable Love Ascended on your private servers, please the mod ID to your server command-line launch arguments (-mods=927084). No other changes should be necessary to activate the event.
  

Note

• For unofficial servers, if you enable the mod and remove it before we have migrated the NEW skins and unlockables for Love Ascended to the base game files, then your players will lose those items. Please ensure that if you enable the event, you leave it enabled until we have had a chance to migrate the new content.