ARK: Survival Evolved News

[p][/p][p]Studio Sirens remains dedicated to providing updates as issues are being logged or addressed. We are also maintaining visibility regarding bugs reported into the #「📩」support channel on the Official ARK: Aquatica Discord. For the sake of identifying issues, please provide as much information as possible on your report for visibility and accurate reporting.[/p][p][/p][p]Current top priority issues:[/p]

• [p]FPS and Level Optimization[/p]
• [p]Updated Dev Kit[/p]
• [p]Server Issues[/p]
• [p]Core Functionality[/p]

[p]In the meantime, the ‘preaquatica’ branch will remain available.[/p][p]

[/p][h2]Patch notes for today’s update: v360.12 + v360.13[/h2][p]
[/p][h3]All fixes from Patch Version 360.12 reinstated, notes below:[/h3][p][/p][p]Dinos/Tames Fixes:[/p]

• [p]Fixed Parasaur not being able to equip augments[/p]
• [p]Increased stats of Malleocephalus, Seahorse, Takifugu, and Tiktaalik[/p]
• [p]Fixed Riftcrawlers being able to mate[/p]
• [p]Increased Abyssal dino swim speed[/p]

[p]Boss Updates:[/p]

• [p]Multiple fixes and adjustments to the Pygocentrus boss fight[/p]
• [p]Fixed instantly getting killed when teleporting into the Vulcanithys Arena[/p]

[p]Rift Fixes and Improvements:[/p]

• [p]Updated Rift spawned dino’s names to make them more identifiable[/p]
• [p]Fixed Rifts not giving nearby players and tamed dinos XP on successful completion [/p]
• [p]Fixed Rifts not giving nearby players Element and items on successful completion [/p]
• [p]Improved loot quality in Rift Supply Crates[/p]
• [p]Reduced the time between dino spawns in the Greater Rift [/p]
• [p]Reduced the amount of dinos spawned in the Greater Rift [/p]

[p]Other Improvements:[/p]

• [p]Fixed Dipping Nets consuming more than one net ammo per fish caught[/p]
• [p]FPS / Level Optimization[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Notes for Patch v360.13[/h2]

• [p]Engine issues in relation to mods have been resolved for mods that the team has been made aware of. [/p]
• [p]Remaining mods with issues likely require an update given content changes with Aquatica with an updated Devkit included in a future update. Please report additional concerns about mods not functioning related to an engine issue to the Aquatica Discord or the ARK Modding Community Discord.[/p]
• [p]Potential fix for dinos/vehicles disappearing after game restart. Please report any subsequent issues with this to the Aquatica Discord thread here.[/p]
• [p]Fixed dinos in cryopods losing their class references after game restart[/p]
  • [p]Note: This stops it from happening to newly cryopoded dinos, but does not fix ones that are already “raptorized”[/p]
• [p]An initial fix for server character transfers for unofficial servers is being introduced. Official server transfers will be enabled after additional testing.[/p]
  • [p]A specific chat for this fix has been added onto the Discord server, under #「💬」server-transfers-chat. Utilize this chat as a way to not only help each other but help log the issues related to transfers if issues appear.[/p]

• [p]Increased chance of volcano supply crates being higher quality[/p]
• [p]Fixed volcano supply crate vfx persisting after the supply crate is gone[/p]
• [p]Added some missing pain volumes to lava[/p]

[p][/p][h3]This update will require a minor server downtime of 1 hour to official ARK: Aquatica servers. Servers with the highest population will be prioritized. [/h3][h3][/h3][h3]This update will be pushed starting:[/h3][h3]10:30 PM UTC
6:30 AM CST
3:30 PM PST
6:30 PM EST[/h3][p][/p][p]As development continues, we are seeing progress being made to multiple major issues. Look forward to more updates soon as we are dedicated to making sure that fixes continue to come.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]The following is an official statement from the head of Studio Sirens.[/p][p][/p][h2]“Studio Sirens remains fully committed to ARK: Aquatica and to delivering the experience our passionate community have hoped for. Our team is dedicated to ensuring the content is stable and enjoyable for fans of the franchise.[/h2][h2][/h2][h2]We appreciate the support and patience from ARK: Survival Evolved players and ARK: Aquatica players throughout this process. Your direct feedback had been guiding Studio Sirens’ efforts and improvements to the game.[/h2][h2][/h2][h2]Looking forward, we will continue rolling out planned fixes and optimizations to refine ARK: Aquatica in the months ahead - including our upcoming Dev Kit. Hosted servers and player support will remain active for the rest of 2025 as stated previously.[/h2][h2][/h2][h2]Thank you for being a part of ARK’s 10 year journey and helping us make the game the best it can be.”[/h2][p][/p][h3]Matt Kohl, Head of Studio[/h3][h3]Studio Sirens[/h3]

[p][/p][p]Studio Sirens remains dedicated to providing updates as issues are being logged or addressed. We are also maintaining visibility regarding bugs reported into the #「📩」support channel on the Official ARK: Aquatica Discord.
[/p][h3]Current top priority issues:[/h3]

• [p]FPS and Level Optimization[/p]
• [p]Mods Compatibility / Updated Dev Kit[/p]
• [p]Server Issues[/p]
• [p]Core Functionality[/p]

[p][/p][h3]In the meantime, the ‘preaquatica’ branch will remain available.[/h3][p][/p][h3]We are aware of issues with Epic Games Store servers. An update has been shipped out and will be implemented as soon as possible on the Epic Games Store.[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Patch notes v360.12
[/h2][h3]Dinos/Tames Fixes:[/h3]

• [p]Fixed Parasaur not being able to equip augments[/p]
• [p]Increased stats of Malleocephalus, Seahorse, Takifugu, and Tiktaalik[/p]
• [p]Fixed Riftcrawlers being able to mate[/p]
• [p]Increased Abyssal dino swim speed[/p]

[h3]Boss Updates:[/h3]

• [p]Multiple fixes and adjustments to the Pygocentrus boss fight[/p]
• [p]Fixed instantly getting killed when teleporting into the Vulcanithys Arena[/p]

[h3]Rift Fixes and Improvements:[/h3]

• [p]Updated Rift spawned dino’s names to make them more identifiable[/p]
• [p]Fixed Rifts not giving nearby players and tamed dinos XP on successful completion [/p]
• [p]Fixed Rifts not giving nearby players Element and items on successful completion [/p]
• [p]Improved loot quality in Rift Supply Crates[/p]
• [p]Reduced the time between dino spawns in the Greater Rift [/p]
• [p]Reduced the amount of dinos spawned in the Greater Rift [/p]

[p]Other Improvements:[/p]

• [p]Fixed Dipping Nets consuming more than one net ammo per fish caught[/p]
• [p]FPS / Level Optimization[/p]

[h3]
[/h3][h3]This update will require a minor server downtime of 1 hour to official ARK: Aquatica servers. Servers with the highest population will be prioritized. [/h3][h3]This update will be pushed starting:[/h3][p][/p][h3]10:00 PM UTC
6:00 AM CST
3:00 PM PST
6:00 PM EST[/h3][h3][/h3][h3]As development continues, we are seeing progress being made to multiple major issues. Look forward to more updates soon as we are dedicated to making sure that fixes continue to come.[/h3][h3][/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Studio Sirens remains dedicated to providing updates as issues are being logged or addressed. We are also maintaining visibility regarding bugs reported into the #「📩」support channel on the Official ARK: Aquatica Discord.[/p][p][/p][h3]Studio Sirens developer Z_Swell will continue to stream as we release updates![/h3]

• [p]The plan for these streams is to review the updates from the latest efforts, preview upcoming fixes, and answer player/community questions.[/p]
• [p]The current schedule will be: Tuesday (8/12) and Thursday (8/14) at 2PM PST.[/p]
• [p]Stream link: [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p][/p][h3]Current top priority issues:[/h3]

• [p]FPS and Level Optimization[/p]
• [p]Mods Compatibility / Updated Dev Kit[/p]
• [p]Server Issues[/p]
• [p]Core Functionality[/p]

[p][/p][h3]In the meantime, the ‘preaquatica’ branch will remain available.[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][h2]We are aware of issues with Epic Games servers. [/h2][h2]Updates are in progress. With today’s patch, launch with -crossplay parameter to support EGS builds connecting to the game (non-Aquatica) so that it is ready once the EGS client updates.[/h2][p]
[/p][h2]Patch Notes for today’s update (v360.11)[/h2][h3][/h3][h3]Game Engine Fixes:[/h3]

• [p]Partial engine fix in relation to disappearing dinos/ships/cryopod issues[/p]
• [p]Engine fix implemented to allow more mods to load (e.g. Structures +, etc.)[/p]
• [p]Note: Players may experience extended loading times with this update in relation to the game engine fix being implemented today, the developers did take notice during testing and noted that the loading times aren’t as long as the previous primalgamedata issue.
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[h3]Server Fixes:[/h3]

• [p]Added Linux binaries[/p]

[h3]
Dinos/Tames Fixes:[/h3]

• [p]Known issue: Some players/dinos may die instantly when entering Vulcanithys Arena. This is being looked into for a solution.[/p]
• [p]Mantis can now be tamed using Monodon Horns[/p]
• [p]Fixed Homarus not being able to mate underwater[/p]
• [p]Fixed not being able to tame Riftcrawlers[/p]
• [p]Fixed Takifugu torpedo immediately exploding when launched[/p]
• [p]Fixed tamed Tridacna not eating spoiled meat and worms[/p]
• [p]Broth of Atlan can now be consumed by dinos and increased the time from 3 to 15 minutes[/p]
• [p]Water Wyvern balancing and fixes, including: increased stats and damage, added a speed boost when diving into water, increased water pressure acclimation speed, and removed wyvern milk as a cuddle food[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue when equipping a Dakosaurus with a Pumpkin Helmet[/p]
• [p]Fixed Onchopristis swimming above the surface of the water[/p]
• [p]Added Mudpuppy grab swim sprinting and reduced normal grab swim speed[/p]
• [p]Modified Mudpuppy shoulder mounted pose[/p]
• [p]Fixed issues with Aquatica torches being equipped to saddles[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue that would cause map-wide dino overspawning in singleplayer (recommend doing a wild dino wipe to clear out old spawns using console command: destroywilddinos)[/p]
• [p]Fixed a crash related to invalid dinos[/p]
• [p]Fixed some fish species looking bloody when they are undamaged[/p]

[h3]
Structure Fixes:[/h3]

• [p]Fixed Tek Floating Foundations having stone structure settings instead of Tek settings[/p]
• [p]Fixed Metal Stairs collision[/p]
• [p]Fixed Pearl Vacuum Compartments having Tek structure settings instead of stone[/p]
• [p]Fixed Tek Ocean Platforms not being placeable[/p]
• [p]Floating Foundations can now be placed in air[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue with the auto open on Aquatica Tek doors[/p]
• [p]Fixed various issues with the Hydrosphere[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Other Fixes/FPS improvements:[/h3]

• [p]Continued FPS improvement/Level Optimization[/p]
• [p]Updated visuals of Explorer Notes, Dossiers, and Guardian Dossiers[/p]
• [p]Added new VFX to Volcano Supply Crates to make them easier to find[/p]
• [p]Fixed water pressure getting disabled on game restarts[/p]

• [p]Fixed several icons[/p]
• [p]Fixed merperson skin color always being green[/p]
• [p]Increased chance of a supply crate spawning on volcano impacts from 33% to 60%[/p]
• [p]Updated Aquatica world map with more distinct visuals[/p]
• [p]Fixed equipped Chibi not being visible[/p]
• [p]Red Obelisk no longer buildable on PVP[/p]
• [p]Boss battle music fix (Fractalis, Cymathoa, Vulcanithys)[/p]
• [p]Fixed a crash when using the Stinger’s shield ability [/p]
• [p]Fixed the Stinger taking damage from its own stun ability[/p]
• [p]Added missing collision on landscape objects[/p]
• [p]Fixed a crash when fishing with Honey[/p]
• [p]Plant Species W seed spawns/lands closer to the plant[/p]
• [p]Infected Barnacle Updates[/p]
  • [p]Fixed Infected Barnacle buffs not working correctly[/p]
  • [p]Fixed being able to equip a new Infected Barnacle when a dino already has one equipped[/p]
  • [p]Fixed being able to remove a skin from equipped Infected Barnacles[/p]
  • [p]Added swimming stamina recovery to Infected Barnacle buffs[/p]
  • [p]Updated Infected Meat item descriptions to be more clear on what buff they apply when used to craft an Infected Barnacle[/p]
  • [p]Fixed augment buffs not re-applying on game restarts[/p]
• [p]The following engrams can now be learned on Aquatica: Chainsaw, Stone and Metal Cliff Platforms, Mining Drill, Canoe, Loadout Mannequin, Net Projectile, Whip, and Egg Incubator[/p]

[p][/p][h3]This update will require a minor server downtime of 1 hour to official ARK: Aquatica servers. Servers with the highest population will be prioritized. [/h3][h3][/h3][h3]This update will be pushed starting:[/h3][h3][/h3][h3]11:00 PM UTC
7:00 AM CST
4:00 PM PST
7:00 PM EST[/h3][p][/p][p]As development continues, we are seeing progress being made to multiple major issues. Look forward to more updates soon as we are dedicated to making sure that fixes continue to come.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]
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[p][/p][p]Studio Sirens remains dedicated to providing updates as issues are being logged or addressed. We are also maintaining visibility regarding bugs reported into the #「📩」support channel on the Official ARK: Aquatica Discord.
[/p][h3]Studio Sirens developer Z_Swell will continue to stream as we release updates![/h3]

• [p]The plan for these streams is to review the updates from the latest efforts, preview upcoming fixes, and answer player/community questions.[/p]
• [p]The current schedule will be: Tuesday (8/12) and Thursday (8/14) at 2PM PST.[/p]
• [p]Stream link: [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]
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[h3]Current top priority issues:[/h3]

• [p]FPS and Level Optimization[/p]
• [p]Mods Compatibility / Updated Dev Kit[/p]
• [p]Server Issues[/p]
• [p]Core Functionality [/p]

[h3]In the meantime, the ‘preaquatica’ branch will remain available.[/h3][p]
[/p][h2]Current fixes being tested for coming updates[/h2]

• [p]Optimizations for improved FPS[/p]
• [p]Fixing Tek Floating Foundations having stone structure settings instead of Tek[/p]
• [p]Fixing Pearl Vacuum Compartments having Tek structure settings instead of stone[/p]
• [p]Fixing merperson skin color defaulting to green[/p]
• [p]Adding new vfx to Volcano Supply Crates to make them easier to find[/p]
• [p]Updating Mantis taming[/p]
• [p]Fixing Homarus not being able to mate underwater[/p]
• [p]Fixing some fish species looking bloody when they are undamaged[/p]
• [p]Fixing Takifugu torpedo immediately exploding when launched[/p]
• [p]Fixing not being able to tame Riftcrawlers[/p]
• [p]Addressing server crash issues[/p]
• [p]Fixing water pressure getting disabled on game restarts[/p]
• [p]Fixing collision on Metal Stairs [/p]
• [p]Updating visuals of Explore Notes, Dossiers, and Guardian Dossiers[/p]
• [p]Adding loot chests to artifact caves[/p]

[h3]As development continues, we are seeing progress being made to multiple major issues. Look forward to more updates soon as we are dedicated to making sure that fixes continue to come.[/h3][p]
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