Community Crunch 368: ASA Roadmap Update, ASA Comparison, and More!
Survivors,
After much deliberation, we’ve decided to delay the launch of ARK: Survival Ascended to later this year and ship the title on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC in October 2023.
We’ve found it challenging working with Unreal Engine 5.2, but at the same time, it is incredibly exciting. We’re discovering new ways each day to push the technology to the next level; combined with the work needed to support a fully cross-platform-moddable game ecosystem on consoles and PC, it’s clear that we’ll need a bit more time.
We’ve also decided to separate the release date of The Island and Scorched Earth. With what we’ve learned about remastering The Island from the ground-up, it wouldn’t be feasible to complete Scorched Earth to a standard we’re happy with. So for now, we’re going to plan that Scorched Earth will be coming to ASA in December this year, Ragnarok and Aberration will follow in Q1 2024, and the rest of the maps beyond then.
Given the news:
ARK: Survival Ascended will now be launching at an Early Access price point of $44.99 with a launch-discount bringing it to $39.99.
We had initially planned to ship with more content on Day One, but that won’t be happening, so we’re adjusting the launch price accordingly.
We know you really want to get your hands on ASA, and we appreciate that support and enthusiasm. We’re going to do our best to work hard to make sure that we can deliver a tremendous next-gen ARK experience that meets both your expectations and our own.
That covers the big news; we know there’s still a fair bit of time between now and the launch, so hang in there; it’ll be worth the wait! In the meantime, here are some answers to questions we’ve seen come up over the last few weeks as well as address some new points.
When will we see gameplay?
We know you’re excited, curious, and skeptical; we understand. Our plan is to show gameplay close to the launch of ASA, as that’ll be when it’s completely ready and best represent the final product, so you’ll have to stay tuned until then.
Is there going to be a change to the date when ARK:SE’s Official Network comes offline?
We’re now planning on shutting down the Official Network on September 30th, given the slight delay in the launch of the game.
When will we be able to access our save files?
We’re currently working with Nitrado to make sure that the save files system works, and we’ll be providing instructions on how you can get them when they’re available. Our intention is to take multiple saves at different times, so you can choose which is most relevant to you.
With Scorched Earth being delayed, will there still be server transfers?
We won’t be supporting Server Transfers at the launch of ARK: Survival Ascended; this feature will become enabled when Scorched Earth releases in December.
How long should we expect the title to be in ‘Early Access’?
ARK: Survival Ascended will leave Early Access in late 2024 once all the content has finished its next-generation remastering.
Are there going to be any changes to the release order of certain content?
Generally, we will keep the canonical maps released in the same order. We may make some adjustments with some of the non-cannon maps and release them sooner, but that honestly depends more on our pipeline, so we’ll announce them accordingly.
Will we be seeing more ASA concepts?
Yep! We intend to keep showing you guys progress on the visual changes between ARK:SE and ASA in the lead-up to the game's launch.
What about creature votes?
They’ll be continuing to run! In fact, the team has been working on the design for the Gigantoraptor from a conceptual point of view, as well as the actual gameplay mechanics, and we can’t wait to show that to you in the weeks ahead!
As always, we're incredibly grateful for your ongoing support and passion for the franchise. Thank you, Survivors
At 3:30 PM UTC today, we took down some of our servers for maintenance. After being restored, the affected servers will no longer show as Favorites, so make sure you search the main server list and re-add these servers to your Favorites! If you would like to see which servers were affected, check the list here.
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Wednesday, July 5th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 2x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Creator: captain fatdog When Rhyniognatha impregnates, she flies away. This makes it tricky to get multiple impregnations. But don't worry, captain fatdog solved that problem.
Community Crunch 367: ARK 2 Fishing Concept, Creature Vote Winner, and More!
Picture this: colorful bobbers bobbing, flashy lures shimmering, and fishing rods at the ready. You've got the legendary Coelacanth, the feisty Exellia, and the trusty Trout in your sights. The thrill of the catch and the epic stories of the ones that got away make every moment unforgettable.
We have an update coming to the ASA roadmap next week, so stay tuned!
With over 48k votes, Gigantoraptor will be the new creature added to Ragnarok for ARK: Survival Ascended. We are looking forward to sharing its concept and dossier in the weeks to come!
If you are interested in seeing exactly how the voting went, check it out here.
Prepare your ideas and dossiers for the next Community Creature Submissions for Aberration. Stay tuned for more details!
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, May 15th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 2x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Creator: NeddyTheNoodle Destined to give into a siren's call, a group of college graduate students grapple with a forgotten ARK, left behind by a long-lost group of survivors who left behind a station in ruin.
Creator: Sanyxs Sanyxs tries to win using only Beelzebufos in Ark: The Survival Of The Fittest!
Hear the Deathworms tremble as they will no longer be the only ones dominating the sands of Scorched Earth when Fasolasuchus makes its grand entrance on ARK: Survival Ascended. This giant sand-dweller will surely change the power dynamic of Scorched Earth.
Speaking of new creatures, don't forget to vote for Ragnarok's Community Creature before the vote closes on June 19th!
Common name: Fasolasuchus Species: Fasolasuchus sabulonatator Time: Late Triassic Diet: Carnivore Temperament: Aggressive (Ambusher)
This wasteland’s full of surprises, and not exactly the good kind. There’s something out here that looks like Fasolasuchus, if those proto-crocs could swim through sand like water…
These beasts might pop up suddenly to ambush you, or swim around you fast enough to catch you in a sand-whirlpool. I can't stress enough how dangerous this deathtrap can be! Plus their tails are strong enough to whip up sand to blind predators and prey alike.
If you can help it, I recommend staying clear of those spikes. I think they’ve got acid glands at the base of their spiny fins, and in their mouths as well. Their caustic bite seems to melt through the thickest hide.
One of these monster sand-swimmers would make a great mount, but good luck slowing down something that can shrug off most narcotics. You could try softening one up with explosives, grabbing a spike, and steering it into a rock… But you’d have to be a bit mental to try.
I imagine the adrenaline junkies able to tame a Fasolasuchus would earn themselves a formidable ride through these scorching sands. They seem to have adapted to fighting larger prey, so I'd advise any faso-rider to steer clear of packs of smaller creatures that can swarm over its defenses.
It's a heated race to close out the Community Creature Vote and determine which entry will be crowned the winner! You still have the weekend to vote for which creature will be added to Ragnarok for ARK: Survival Ascended! The second round of voting ends on June 19th at 4 PM Pacific.
The winner* will be announced in the Crunch Friday, June 23rd, 2023.
Rank the creatures in order of most preferred to least preferred The vote is limited to 1 submission per person (duplicate entries will be discarded)
Below are the candidates that have made it into the final 10. Find out more information about the creature by clicking on the hyperlink attached to the name.
* Note that once the winner has been determined, we'll be reading through these threads and using them as inspiration for how the creature will be designed; aspects suggested may change.
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, June 19th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 3x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding ( 4x imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Creator: Goji Center The indominus, rex, and spino are ALL at RISK on the arrival of this new colossal predator: ARK's Giga. Today we will put ARK's giga in both Isla Nublar and Sorna and see which of these two islands can fare better against this Giga. Will these predators be wiped out? or will they join forces to take out a new common foe?
Creator: Haxeu Haxeu shows us who is fit for survival, even if you are solo. All you truly need is a doe and a bow (and massive skills).
Community Crunch 365: ASA Structure Comparison, Creature Vote, and More!
There is no place like home, and ARK: Survival Ascended will make sure yours looks better than ever! Our structures have undergone a stunning transformation. With their sleek redesign, these structures offer expanded interiors, providing ample space for your essential crafting tables like forges and fabricators. Whether you're aiming for a grand fortress or a cozy lakeside cottage, these structures will beautifully blend form and function, ensuring a delightful and practical living experience. Elevate your future dwellings and immerse yourself in the joy of returning to a home that will not only keep you safe but also offer so much storage space that you'll finally have room to store all those "I'll use it someday" items (we won't judge). We're looking forward to sharing more ARK: Survival Ascended news and further reveals in the near future!
Let's dive into the second installment of our thrilling community voting contest - a fan-voted real-world creature that will launch with Ragnarok for ARK: Survival Ascended.
Please note that this creature will be released for Ragnarok, so make sure your real-world submissions are in theme with that map! As previously stated, we’ll be adding an additional real-world creature for each expansion pack map release on ARK: Survival Ascended.
Check out the Creature Submission Guidelines for more information on the submission process, and hop over to the Creature Submission Forum to see the current entries. The entry period will end at 1 PM Pacific on June 12th, and the voting for the top 10 upvoted creatures will begin immediately after. We are looking forward to seeing your ideas come to life!
The Conquest Season is underway, and will be making a few changes and adding new maps next week. Check out the details below and stay tuned for more details!
New maps added: Aberration, Fjordur, and Extinction
New maps will be restricted to character download only
Items and creatures won't be transferable to those maps
All restrictions on TEK items will be lifted for the entire Conquest servers
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, June 12th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 3x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding ( 4x imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Creator: ARKitects Star Wars meets ARK Survival Evolved!
A squad of Stormtroopers investigates an anomaly on a distant planet. But their training has not prepared them for what hunts in the deep jungles of Jurassic Earth. Lost... Stranded... Marooned in an unfamiliar world, far from home and devoid of any hope, the group will have to fight for survival against unknown threats that lurk in the darkness.
Creator: PSEUDO Thyro challenged himself to tame a Brontosaurus in one game day! Watch his very eventful day as he tackles this challenge.
Epilogues by @TekARK_01
Raptor ride by @NalakBel
Otter art by Saprom
Fire Wyvern by Ariz
Giganotosaurus by бом
Handmade doll Art: Deinonychus by sayvaris
Shinehorn by @ebiflyyyy4
Asian Castle (Arkitect Structures - Atlas mod) by Red Mustang
From the very inception of ARK, we were amazed by the passionate and dedicated community that quickly formed around the game. Your enthusiasm, unwavering support, and invaluable feedback through thick and thin, and ups and downs, have played a pivotal role in shaping the ARK experience we know today.
We'd also like to acknowledge the exceptional talents that comprise our team, who pour their hearts and passion into every facet of their craft. It is their boundless creativity that has brought our game to life and fuelled its continued evolution.
As we stand at the threshold of new horizons in the ARK universe, we fondly reflect on the journey we've shared over eight remarkable years. Rest assured though, the ARK adventure is far from over. ARK: Survival Ascended, ARK: The Animated Series, and ARK 2 await!
Thank you, Survivors, here's to the years to come!
Discover the Rhyniognatha, a super-sized creature with a set of unique abilities. From producing quick-hardening resin to being capable of carrying large objects around your base, these versatile creatures provide an unparalleled enhancement to your tribe's defenses.
The Rhyniognatha has landed on The Island and Lost Island! We are overcome with excitement but also nostalgia as we welcome our last and final creature to ARK: Survival Evolved.
As you might have already noticed, we made a few changes to Rhyniognatha since you last saw the dossier. You won't need to slay Arthropleuras to gain its TEK-disruptive ability, and it can now stick itself to creatures or cargo and carry things around your base! You can check out the updates below: Download in full resolution
As we continue our journey towards ARK: Survival Ascended, Fasolasuchus is the first of many new additions and reveals coming your way. With over 49k votes, Fasolasuchus won the Community Creature Vote and will be the new creature added to Scorched Earth for ARK: Survival Ascended.
Let's dive into the second installment of our thrilling community voting contest - a fan-voted real-world creature that will launch with Ragnarok for ARK: Survival Ascended.
Please note that this creature will be released for Ragnarok, so make sure your real-world submissions are in theme with that map! As previously stated, we’ll be adding an additional real-world creature for each expansion pack map release on ARK: Survival Ascended.
Check out the Creature Submission Guidelines for more information on the submission process, and hop over to the Creature Submission Forum to see the current entries. The entry period will end at 1 PM Pacific on June 19th, so don't wait - get your ideas in. We are looking forward to seeing your ideas come to life!
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, June 12th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 3x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding ( 4x imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Community Crunch 363: Rhyniognatha Teaser, EVO Event, and More!
Discover the Rhyniognatha, a super-sized creature with a set of unique abilities. From producing a quick-hardening resin to being capable of carrying large objects around your base, these versatile creatures provide an unparalleled enhancement to your tribe's defenses.
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Tuesday, May 30th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 2x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Community Crunch 362: ARK 2 Wooden Structure Tier, EVO Event, and More!
Showcase your architectural prowess in a whole new light! This preview of the wooden tier set offers a glimpse into a collection of actual player builds, showcasing just a few of the myriad ways you can put your creativity to the test in ARK 2's new building system.
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, May 22nd. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 2x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Holger "Hulk" Geissler, a remarkable modder whose creations under the HG Mods banner left an indelible mark on the community. Hulk's mods reached far and wide, touching the hearts of players and transforming their gameplay experiences. We would like to extend our most sincere condolences to his loved ones.
As we bid farewell, we celebrate his ascension as a true survivor, forever inspiring us to reach new heights.
Community Crunch 361: ASA Comparison, EVO Event, and More!
We're sure every survivor has seen these items a few times during their ARK experience, but definitely not like this 👀. Keep your eyes peeled for future Community Crunches because we'll continue to share new assets from ARK: Survival Ascended.
Where is the gameplay? We'll be showcasing gameplay shortly before release.
Is this all you've done? No, we've done much more, but we're just showing you a glimpse behind the curtain. You'll see more in the weeks ahead and when we launch!
If you know of an exploit on Official Servers, be sure to check out our Bounty Thread. We provide bounties for anyone who can report hacks or exploits of any kind (which are NOT aimbots/esp/speed hacks) that can have a serious impact on gameplay or server stability on our official, online servers. We've rewarded players with over 50k!
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, May 15th. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 2x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval, 2x hexagon
Creator: The Axeman Axeman joins forces with Syntac, Jimbob and Evo for old time's sake on this last journey on ARK before it ascends!
Creator: Pterafier Can you guess which creature it is faster than these content creators based solely on their feet? Check out part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6 & part 7 as well.
Community Crunch 360: Community Creature Vote Reveal, ASA Comparison, and More!
This week we're taking a look at foliage that's been remastered in ARK: Survival Ascended and captured in Unreal Engine 5. Things are really sprucing up, aren't they? Keep an eye out on future Community Crunches because every other week we'll be revealing new assets so you get an artistic impression of what "Remaster" means in ARK Survival Ascended.
And while you are here, why not take a look at the Community Creature vote winner and our newest Sponsored Mods!
Where is the gameplay? We'll be showcasing gameplay shortly before release.
Is this all you've done? No, we've done much more, but we're just showing you a glimpse behind the curtain. You'll see more in the weeks ahead and when we launch!
With over VOTES, Fasolasuchus will be the new creature added to Scorched Earth for ARK: Survival Ascended. We are looking forward to sharing its concept and dossier in the weeks to come!
If you are interested in seeing exactly how the voting went, check out the link below to see the results.
If you are looking to change up the game, why not check out some new mods?
The ARK Sponsored mod program is currently accepting applications until June 6th. Please submit your projects here.
Grab your friends and gear up for some paintball. The Paintball mod lets you craft your own custom arenas with fast-paced action similar to older FPS arena games. This mod works on PvE as well!
TaeniaStella The RenewalAlpha is a pretty unique map that hides a lot of surprises. This map even includes several unique creatures that fit the themes of this deceptively large environment. You'll find a lot of incentive to explore and see the many sights it has to offer, but make sure you go prepared!
Nyrandil is a beautiful little map that feels a lot like a fairytale countryside. You will find a strong contrast between environments organized in both an overworld and underground Biomes.
Creator: Phlinger Phoo Join Phlinger Phoo as he attempts to get a good start on Svartalfheim and successfully obtains his first tames of this playthrough!
Creator: Asfax International Corner. Discover French Youtuber Asfax as he braves the dangers and the many challenges of Ark Supreme to tame an Apex Thorny Dragon, his next step into his ascension!
Equus Magnus Unicornis by LeoMitchell
The Ravagers collab by RRRAVEN & PapuArt
Creeping Shadowmane by Datwolf27
Arwenn on a Fishing trip by Umbra-Daiwrfol
Waking up by WolfTek7
Triceratops by Fagua-Art
Rock Drake by dragondrawer5
There is simply no such thing as too many Bulbdogs. by @CHipZz_Gaming
While we're going to wait to reveal the gameplay of ARK Survival Ascended until it's near final-form, we want to show you how we're approaching the new game artistically. ASA is much more than a complete technology overhaul, we are also going through and revising the artwork by hand for a new conception of the worlds of ARK. Here's a first look at what "Remaster" means in ARK Survival Ascended:
Stay tuned to subsequent Crunches for more looks at the reenvisioned style of ARK Survival Ascended!
We couldn't leave you with our previous ARK 2 Carnotaurus reveal without showing an example of our new-look dino armor! The team is thoroughly enjoying designing armor to make your favorite tames both protected and eye-catching. We look forward to seeing what players do with the arsenal options!
You still have the weekend to vote for which creature will be added to Scorched Earth for ARK: Survival Ascended! The second round of voting ends on May 1st at 4 PM Pacific.
The winner* will be announced in the Crunch Friday, May 5th 2023.
Rank the creatures in order of most preferred to least preferred
The vote is limited to 1 submission per person (duplicate entries will be discarded)
Below are the candidates that have made it into the final 10. Find out more information about the creature by clicking on the hyperlink attached to the name.
* Note that once the winner has been determined, we'll be reading through these threads and using them as inspiration for how the creature will be designed; aspects suggested may change.
Survivors on all platforms will be receiving an EVO Event! It will be active until Monday, 1st of May. All Official Servers across each platform will be undergoing this evolutionary change which includes:
*Note that these bonuses are multiplicative of the game's standard 1x rates.
Official Servers: 2x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval
Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming and Breeding (imprint, maturation, hatch/gestation), 0.5x Mating Interval
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Creator: Raasclark Watch as Raasclark begin his journey on Ragnarok with the Dino Overhaul X (DOX) mod, where every creature is ridiculously hard, and learning how to survive is a struggle.
Creator: MrMEOLA (featuring Songbird Gaming) MrMEOLA has a visitor on his island, and they have built him a new astonishing home to live in! Visit with him this incredible base by the talented Songbird Gaming.
R-Direwolf by @k3zk_628
Desperate by @falco_luna
Ravager Sketch by LycaosX
Yeti VS Gigantopithecus by @MayaPatch89
What's let that isn't artificial here? by @Ampraeh
