ASA News & Patch Notes

Last week, some unexpected guests clawed their way into the ARK, and if your base has a few more hairballs than usual, you can probably thank our mischievous feline friends for that. But don’t put your baskets away just yet! Next week, the Eggcellent Adventure is hopping into gear! Expect pastel-colored mayhem, oversized ears, and more eggs than a dodo daycare. And for those of you setting your sights on new horizons…

Paws what you're doing, Survivors—this week, we let the cat out of the bag! The Cat is clawing its way into ARK, and we’re feline pretty good about it! Download in full resolution Whether you see cats as unpredictable little goblins or as fuzzy little fiends, no one is surprised that they have survived (and thrived) beyond the end of the world. Maybe what's more surprising is that survivors still want to tame them af…

Download in full resolution Whether you see cats as unpredictable little goblins or as fuzzy little fiends, no one is surprised that they have survived (and thrived) beyond the end of the world. Maybe what's more surprising is that survivors still want to tame them after all.

Hey Survivors, With the quarter wrapped up, let’s take a moment to check in on ASA—where we are, what’s next, and how the road ahead is shaping up. So the biggest project we’re working on at the moment is the engine upgrade to Unreal 5.5 -- this is a massive undertaking by the team, and it is taking longer than we’ve anticipated. It’s still our highest priority internally (basically all of the core engineering resour…

This week, we revealed the first animated teaser for ARK: Lost Colony, the next canonical DLC coming to ARK: Survival Ascended, offering a glimpse at Mei Yin’s journey following the events of Extinction as she arrives at Arat Prime. We also shared a sneak preview of what’s to come in ARK: The Animated Series Part 2, arriving later in 2025. There’s a lot to look forward to! Download in full resolution ARK: Lost Colony…

It seems like no matter where you go, Mappa is right there, ready and waiting with an anime something-or-other you weren't expecting. This time, you'll find the studio behind Jujutsu Kaisen in Ark: Survival Ascended, of all places, specifically in its first expansion pack Lost Colony. Studio Wildcard revealed a teaser of the expansion yesterday, set to be released November this year, showing off one of "numerous" ani…

We’re having a blast bringing more of Garuga123’s ARK: Additions creatures into the base game. They add new challenges, new ways to play, and let’s be real—some absolute units to tame (or run from). These creatures may see some adjustments along the way, but one thing is certain—they're here to leave their mark on the ARK! The mighty Deinotherium is stomping its way into ARK. Tough, towering, and ready to shake up yo…

Last week, Megaraptor took the crown in the latest community creature vote and will be stomping its way onto Valguero when the map launches in ARK: Survival Ascended later this year. While you wait, a new animated skin pack is on the horizon, giving you more ways to customize your ARK with a fresh new look. Download in full resolution Get ready to complete your animated collection on March 26th! This massive pack is…

Survival takes a sharp turn this week as the community-voted winner sinks its claws into the spotlight! With its lightning speed and razor-sharp instincts, this prehistoric predator is set to shake up the ARK in ways we can’t wait to dive into! Meanwhile, on the LiveOps front, we’ve been kept on our toes. We’ll break it all down, along with the steps we’re taking to keep things running as smoothly as possible. With o…

Survivors, we’re thrilled to see so many of you enjoying Astraeos! While we continue working on fixes to smooth out your adventures, we’ve got a little more love to share—Love Ascended will now run through Monday, giving you extra time to revel in the romance. And speaking of passion, we’ve got some words from Astraeos’ creator, Nekatus, about the journey so far… I want to thank everyone for the support and love for…

Happy Valentine’s Day, Survivors! Whether you're spending the day with loved ones in the real world or braving the wilds together on the ARKs, we hope your adventures are filled with friendship, laughter, and a little extra love. Here's a nostalgic gem for you–one of our favorite pieces of Valentine's event Community Art from way back in 2015! Image credit by CamelKing86 TRAILER The wait is over—Astraeos, the breatht…

TRAILER The wait is over—Astraeos, the breathtaking map crafted by Nekatus and sponsored by Nitrado, has officially arrived as an Official Partner DLC! Originally planned as our June Premium Map Surprise, we’re bringing this mythical world to you early, launching today for $14.99 as a fully integrated DLC instead of a Premium Mod. Spanning ~264km², this vast, ever-expanding landscape seamlessly connects to the main c…

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Love Ascended is returning to ARK next week, bringing a wave of romantic and delightful rewards in honor of the world's biggest mate boosting holiday! But that’s not all, we’re also gearing up for the launch of Astraeos, the first-ever Official Partner DLC, landing on February 12th! Download in full resolution Can you feel the love in the air? Love Ascended is set to sweep ARK…

Get the Power Rangers’ Premium Cosmetic Pack Wave 2 now It’s Morphin’ time! Get ready to suit up and unleash your inner hero—or villain—with the 'ARK x Power Rangers' Wave 2 Cosmetic Pack! 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. But the power doesn’t stop there—your dinos are getting an epi…

Hey Survivors, Today, ClubARK: Wasteland War drops, bringing a whole new post apocalyptic look along with the brand-new Mad Mark mission! This major version update also delivers a massive wave of fixes and improvements, tackling many of the issues players helped us identify. Plus, there are big XP boosts, quality-of-life upgrades, and even a new rare reward—the Scrap Golem variant! Download in full resolution The nex…