ASA News & Patch Notes

TRAILER HERE Explore the vast new desert landmass of Pyranthos, shaped by myth, ruin, and survival. Far from an empty wasteland, Pyranthos is a hostile, ancient region where shifting sands give way to forgotten structures, buried pathways, and environments designed to test preparation as much as curiosity. This is a place built for exploration, but it doesn’t reward carelessness. Developed in Partnership with Nitrado…

The dunes of Pyranthos are not getting any friendlier. Alongside the Deathworms you already know to fear, a new threat now prowls the sands: the Scorpion King and Queen. Massive and bloodthirsty, they are absolutely not something you want to stumble into unprepared. The desert doesn’t reward carelessness, and Pyranthos is happy to remind you. Download in full resolution Deeper in Pyranthos, the caves hold something e…

The ocean doesn’t belong to the fastest. It belongs to the last one standing. With the Astraeos expansion arriving February 25th, the Grand Tortugar emerges as a mobile stronghold built for endurance. Beneath its massive armored shell lies something more than protection. Open its carapace and it becomes a living command post, allowing multiple riders to shelter within while defending from behind natural plating. Clos…

v81.6 You’ll also find these on our Official ARK Discord, along with smaller Live Ops updates that don’t warrant a forum post.

v81.5) - 02/12/2026 New Love Ascended Content New Emote: Check Yourself New Structure Skin: Lovely Lamp (Omnilamp) Lovely Footrest / Armor (Large/small storage box) Lovely coffee Table (Small storage box) Lovely Rug (Rug) Lovely Lounger (Bench) Lovely Mirror (Mirror) Rosebush (PlantSpeciesX) Lovely Companion bed New Decor Box Skin: Lovely Pillow Lovely Ball Balloon Lovely Heart Balloon Lovely Petals (spawns floating…

v81.5) - 02/12/2026 New Love Ascended Content New Emote: Check Yourself New Structure Skin: Lovely Lamp (Omnilamp) Lovely Footrest / Armor (Large/small storage box) Lovely coffee Table (Small storage box) Lovely Rug (Rug) Lovely Lounger (Bench) Lovely Mirror (Mirror) Rosebush (PlantSpeciesX) Lovely Companion bed New Decor Box Skin: Lovely Pillow Lovely Ball Balloon Lovely Heart Balloon Lovely Petals (spawns floating…

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 Wednesday, February 11, 2026, and will continue to spread joy and affection until Wednesday, February 18, 2026, on Official Servers. [/*][*] Ends on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 [/*]2x Harvesting, Taming, and…

This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the major challenges awaiting players with the next Astraeos update. Buried in the ruins of Pyranthos, this ancient, multi-headed monstrosity awaits. Defeating all five hungry heads will demand teamwork, timing, and a whole lot of firepower. Cut the heads from the body and the fight shifts, but only if your team stays in sync. Download in full resolution This encoun…

Astraeos expands in a big way on February 25th with the arrival of Pyranthos, a vast new desert landmass shaped by myth, ruin, and survival. Far from an empty wasteland, Pyranthos is a hostile, ancient region where shifting sands give way to forgotten structures, buried pathways, and environments designed to test preparation as much as curiosity. This is a place built for exploration, but it doesn’t reward carelessne…

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As the team comes back together and this new year gets going, we’re turning our focus to what’s coming next. Below, you’ll find an updated product roadmap highlighting major upcoming expansions and releases planned across 2026 and into 2027, giving you an overview of what you can expect in the coming year. Survival of the Fittest by Studio Sirens: A new vision for the free Mod within ASA, refreshed and improved with…

​ It’s Morphin’ time! Suit up and morph into legends with the iconic looks of the Green Ranger and White Ranger, or embrace your dark side as the nefarious Lord Zedd, Rita Repulsa, and more. And, once you're worthy, show off your zordplay by conquering the King Titan as a towering Megazord! Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Wave 2 February 13, 2025 A grand mythic journey begins Explore and survive in a land of colossal pr…

As 2025 winds down, a huge thank you, Survivors. Your passion makes ARK what it is today. We’re heading into our annual holiday break to rest and recharge with loved ones before diving into the exciting year ahead. Don't worry, live operations and enforcement remain on duty if anything pops up while we’re away. May your holiday season be joyful and peaceful, across every map you call home! The Studio Wildcard team.

Hear that jingle? That’s not your Parasaur. RaptorClaus is back at midnight, dropping gift boxes packed with juicy loot… plus Mistletoe for the nice and Coal for the naughty. Survey the skies, claim the drops, and don’t trust anyone "just watching." Winter Wonderland is live, Survivors! Download in full resolution Deck the halls with boughs of holly! Winter Wonderland returns with new presents and goodies for ARK sur…

Plunge through the icy heart of darkness as you reunite with old legends, while rekindling hope for the next generation. ARK: Lost Colony bridges the gap between Extinction and ARK 2 with the most ambitious narrative experience in the franchise's history. Your journey returns you to the beginning: Arat Prime, the site of humanity’s final stand. You awaken in the Necrocene - a brutal, post-Cataclysmic era where the Ea…