ASA News & Patch Notes

This week brings some big moments out on the ARK. The Ossidon has stepped into the foreground at last, an imposing winter-born brute with a presence that seems to quiet the wilds around it. We also closed out another Community Creature Vote, and the winning design is now bound for the wilds of Genesis Part 1. Thank you to everyone who brainstormed, sketched, debated, rallied, and dreamed together. And on top of that…

It’s spooky season, shellheads. Time to mutate, meditate, and maybe not get eaten. Tie on your ninja masks, grab a slice of pizza, and unleash your favorite half-shelled heroes or diabolical villains with the 'ARK x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Cosmetic Pack filled with over 40 bodacious cosmetics! See what’s oozin’ onto the ARK right here. Download in full resolution We’re thrilled to share that the community has r…

ARK: Survival Ascended entered Early Access in 2023, and while it worked well enough on Linux / Steam Deck - Valve noted it was Unsupported until now.Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/10/ark-survival-ascended-gets-bumped-up-to-steam-deck-verified/

Cowabunga dude! Tie on your ninja masks, grab a slice of pizza, and unleash your favorite half-shelled heroes or diabolical villains with the 'ARK x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Cosmetic Pack! The premium mod lets you jump into the action with the iconic looks of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo – complete with signature weapons and radical voiceovers. And of course…

Download in full resolution Darkness creeps once more across the ARK... Fear Ascended returns from October 29th to November 12th, bringing with it a spine-tingling celebration packed with new skins, eerie creatures, and haunting surprises to discover. We’ve turned up the saturation for Fear Ascended—more colors, more variety, and more chances to spot rare shades bleeding through to the wild. Expect your world to be b…

It’s that time of year again, when shadows stretch long, the air turns crisp, and strange sights stir across the ARK. The spooky season draws near, heralding the return of Fear Ascended, and while Survivors prepare for the eerie nights ahead, the next rounds of community creature votes are now underway. Download in full resolution Darkness creeps once more across the ARK... Fear Ascended returns from October 29th to…

As the shadows grow longer this spooky season, we’re excited to reveal another Lost Colony creature lurking in the wilds. The team is hard at work, polishing every detail of Lost Colony to deliver the adventure you’ve been waiting for, and next week we’ll be unearthing Fear Ascended news that’s sure to send shivers down your spine! Download in full resolution Something colossal stirs in the frozen wastes of Arat Prim…

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. Download in full re…

Download in full resolution Step into Valguero Ascended, 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…

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! Download in full resolution 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…

Survivors, we need just a little more time to get things right. Valguero Ascended and Fantastic Tames: Elderclaw have been delayed by one week, and will now launch on October 7th 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 prepa…

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 MOD SPOTLIGHT LINK Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and…

Shell we get this party started? Prepare for some righteous action in ARK! Download in full resolution The next ARKpocalypse wipe kicks off September 19, and this time it’s back to basics. ARKpocalypse will now run as a mod-free experience, a throwback to the raw survival challenge of classic ARK. We’re excited to see this retro-style ARKpoc make its comeback. If you’re transferring or ascending to another server wit…

The Deinonychus will make its official debut in ARK: Survival Ascended alongside the launch of Valguero Ascended on September 30th! This agile predator isn’t just fast; it climbs, pounces, and latches onto its prey with terrifying precision. Whether it’s clinging to cliffs or clawing through your defenses, it’s a creature you won’t want to underestimate! Download in full resolution While we won’t be able to host our…

Beneath the frozen wastes of Arat Prime, the true cost of Element becomes impossible to ignore. Figures stalk the city, their wills bent and their bodies reshaped into living weapons. When you set foot in this forgotten city of Arat Prime in December, you'll discover that some things are worse than extinction... and not everything that walks still breathes. Download in full resolution We know many of you look forward…