Extra Life 2024 Recap

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We are beyond grateful for the incredible show of what can be achieved when gamers come together for a cause at this year's Extra Life Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser! 

Once again, your generosity has left us in awe, smashing our goal with an incredible $130,788 during our 24-hour streaming marathon. This leaves us at a total of $1,071,697.27 raised in 23,382 donations over a decade of ARK Extra Life events. Yes, it’s been 10 years, wow! 

This unforgettable event was fueled by you, our fantastic community. Thank you to everyone who tuned in, cheered us on, and contributed to the cause. Your energy and kindness were contagious and made every hour of our stream more meaningful.

We also want to thank our incredible partners who generously donated prizes for our giveaways!
And to our amazing team of streamers, your dedication to this mission was nothing short of inspiring. The hours you put in and the passion you shared with your communities made a big impact! 

Thank you to our wonderful gaming community for making this event another unforgettable success. Your generosity continues to make a profound difference in countless lives, your support means everything to us, and the kids!

 

• Xbox
• Nvidia GeForce
• Alienware
• Overwolf
• CurseForge
• Mad Catz
• Snail Games
• Grove Street Games

• Syntac & Heather - $26,653
• ACE PVE Community Discord - $3,334
• Phlinger Phoo - $3,000
• Loaded Crysis - $2,410.59
• Ark Community Charity Giveaway - $2,217
• ARKATRAZ III - $2,110.01
• Garuga's Modding Workshop - $2,014
• MissVadams - $1,630
• Crabby Tron - $1,105
• MysticKorea / Mystic on Ark - $1,005
• Firepumpkin Gamers Guild - $975
• Official PVE Discord Community - $900
• [No No No] Exoleras - $695
• The ARKaholic - $520
• Larry Smith - $300
• Etholdir & LolsAtLance - $270
• Aifias Gaming - $260
• Wolfe Modding - $210
• Alsano - $200
• Scott Koenig - $200
• Dee the Dino - $165
• Ahgamer_chick - $140
• Meepachan - $129
• GP - $126
• Black Dog - $125
• Brambleberrry2 - $125
• Shadow Razor - $101
• Alan PETERSON - $100
• crispnugget - $100
• Find the rest of our roster here!

• MR. H Black - $5000
• Syntac & Heather - $5000
• Jerry Toro - $1337
• Gareth Coker - $1337
• Midd - $1000
• urbanninja - $1000
• Ben F & Beck K - $1000
• Terra Finis - $1000
• Midd - $800
• Jerryn - $550

Those who donated an accumulative $100 or more & those who won the big giveaways will receive an email from us in the next week or so. Those who won a chat giveaway on Twitch will be contacted via Twitch DM’s within a couple of days– please make sure you have your Twitch whispers open as some winners have their whispers closed. 

 

Missed our 24-hour Extra Life stream? No problem!
Catch up on all the exciting reveals and get a deep dive on what they do with our collection of highlights and clips! 
You can also download any reveal image in full resolution here.

 

 

The goodest pup on the ARK, Armadoggo is a true survivor's best friend. More than just a tame, Armadoggo can be set in Companion Mode so you never have to worry about losing it. In Companion Mode, your Armadoggo will faithfully follow wherever you go, burrowing under the ground to reach you faster when the distance between you is too great as well as when it nears death's door. Instead of crossing the Rainbow Bridge, Armadoggo will dig deep into the ground to recover, ensuring it can always return to your side. A true faithful companion.

To learn more about the Armadoggo and all its special abilities make sure to watch our segment on the Armadoggo with Craig Brown!

 

 

 

While not a powerhouse in combat or a rideable mount, Armadoggo can be outfitted with a variety of useful attachments, each enhancing its role as the ultimate survival companion. With a Bag attachment, Armadoggo can carry extra weight, freeing you up for other essentials. The Medkit offers emergency support, automatically healing you if your health drops too low, while Spikes and Extra Armor give Armadoggo some extra bite and protection in battle.

For those seeking versatility, the Speed Buff grants a burst of speed when you need it most, and the Meatsack can draw aggro, taking the heat off you in tight spots. Armadoggo can even carry a Food Basket or Ammo Box, ensuring that rations and ammunition are always within reach.

Other attachments, like the Spyglass and Oxygen Tank, add further exploration support by granting enhanced vision and shared oxygen, while the Rolled Sleeping Bag provides insulation and a mobile resting spot. For those with a collectible flair, Armadoggo can also hold a Chibi Basket, allowing a second chibi to level alongside you.

From extra storage to emergency healing and even distraction tactics, Armadoggo’s customizable gear allows it to support you in any situation, making it a loyal and versatile partner in survival.

If want to hear about it in more details, check out our segment about Armadoggo's attachment with Craig Brown!

 

 

 

Introducing Vehicles—your new way to zip around the ARK with style and speed! Fully customizable, each Vehicle has a Cab that seats the driver and a passenger, who can fire out the window for some added firepower on the move. Powered by a new special fuel, these rugged rides are perfect for transporting your crew and cargo across the landscape.

Vehicles can be crafted and stored in a Garage, a workbench-style structure that prevents decay and allows for repairs. Survivors can also fully customize their rides with multiple Add-ons and even equip a Turret, making each Vehicle uniquely yours. So grab a buddy, fill up the tank, and hit the road!

To find out more about Vehicles and their Add-ons, check out our segment with Craig and Zane!

 

 

 

Introducing the Tribe Tower—a massive, unrepairable structure that boosts your Tribe’s power as long as it stands tall! Built under open skies, the Tribe Tower grants a Tribe-wide buff that stacks with each real-life day it remains standing, increasing XP gains and reducing boss cooldowns. Every 30 days, it rewards the Tribe with additional Element from bosses, stacking up to five times. But beware—other Tribes can target it! Destroying a rival’s Tower even creates a trophy with their Tribe’s name and the tower’s lifespan.

To find out more about the Tribe Tower, check our segment with Craig and Zane!

 

 

Prepare for the harsh realities of the wasteland with rugged war outfits and fierce headgear crafted for true survivors. Forged from salvaged metal, weathered leather, and battered scraps, this gear is designed for those who live on the edge and thrive in the chaos. With your explosive spear in hand, you’re armed to take on anything the wasteland throws at you. Gear up and show the ARK you’re ready for a wasteland war!

To find out more, check out our segment with Craig and Zane!

 

 

 

Enhance your wasteland base with structures and props that bring the raw spirit of survival to life. Constructed from rusted metal, salvaged wood, and industrial scraps, these structures transform any outpost into a true stronghold of the wasteland. From railings and spiked walls to ominous table lamps and makeshift storage boxes, each piece tells a story of resilience and resourcefulness. Outfit your base with gritty props that add character and warn intruders: you’re ready to defend what’s yours.

To learn more, check out our segment with Craig and Zane!

 

 

 

Get ready to roam the wilds of Ragnarok with a powerful new ally—the Giant Bison! Set to arrive with its map next year, this majestic creature brings strength and resilience to their tribe, making it a valuable companion for those brave enough to tame it. 

To find out more, check out our segment with Zane and Dollie!

 

We had the chance to sit down with Jesse and Jeremy to dive into all the animated series sequence we’ve watched so far! Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the series with these segments:

• Sequence 1 - Helena and Henry chat about life around a fire
• Sequence 2 - Mei-Yin trains Helena at sword fighting
• Sequence 3 - Henry and Mei-Yin bring a prisoner to a town
• Sequence 4 - Helena and her allies prepare to fly over to the blue obelisk
• Sequence 5 - Mei-Yin prepares to fight in a survival of the fittest arena
• Sequence 6 - Alasie explains her master plan to tame a Titanosaur

 

Relive the best moments from our Extra Life 2024 stream! Catch all the unforgettable segments here!

Raasclark sits down with Jeremy and Jesse to talk all things ARK!

 

Grove Street Games shows off ARK: Ultimate Survivor Edition on Mobile.

 

Cedric and Raasclark sit down with Shahar Sorek from Overwolf to talk about the modding scene.

 

Raasclark sits down for a one-on-one chat with the composer behind the music of ARK, Gareth Coker.

 

Raasclark and Svala sit down with Jessica Layne, director of UF Health Shands to talk about what makes Extra Life such a special event for their hospital.

 

Raasclark and Svala sit down with the Extra Life team to talk about Extra Life Game Day and celebrate the generosity of our community.

 

Raasclark and Svala sit down with Nekatus, creator of Astraeos, to talk about the future of the map and its companion mods.

 

Watch GGFizz's incredible building skills as he builds a special town for Extra Life!

 

Celebrate this year's artists and players with a montage of some of our favorite Fan Art and Photo Mode.

 

Concept artist Clayton draws a creature based on the chat's recommendations, and then sits down with Svala and Zane to talk about his work and the challenges that comes with drawing incredible creatures and fantastical landscapes!

 

Audio director Stephen Baker sits down with Raasclark and Svala to challenge them to see if they can recognize creatures or environment based solely on their sound.

 

Marco challenges Raasclark and Svala to guess the dinosaur based solely on a close-up image.

 

Raasclark and Svala are joined by Cody and Jose to taste snacks and see which one tastes the best.

 

And that's a wrap on Extra Life 2024!

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[AmbushAndScorp]

look at the doggy!

[Miqie]

DOGGO !
CARS !! 
EXITEMENT RISING !!!
AAAAHH !!!!

[SharkLordSatan]

Where is Survival of the Fittest??? Will it ever come back??? You guys basically took it away without any warning

[joaoemanu]

Simmmmm!!! Finalmente o Ark Ultimate mobile Edition! Eu estava tão ansiosoooo.

[Eldyo]

How's the tribe tower going to work in PVE? 

[ShadowShadex]

1 hour ago, SharkLordSatan said:

Where is Survival of the Fittest??? Will it ever come back??? You guys basically took it away without any warning

They said in stream that if they decided to bring it back, it would be added to club ark.

[ilias]

8 hours ago, SharkLordSatan said:

Where is Survival of the Fittest??? Will it ever come back??? You guys basically took it away without any warning

It's in the servers list. You select it from the map filter.

But, they never announced this change, and people don't know it's there, and nobody plays anymore.

[GP]

Well done to all those involved! A very successful charity stream! Here's to next years!

[KingOfAshes]

I'm a bit surprised nobody commented on the size comparison character being used for the Bison, which looks very much like an Ark2 model from the trailer...an odd choice unless it relates to the story DLC they're working on that is meant to bridge the two games even more.

[BallisticChaos]

Never mind 

Edited November 5, 2024 by BallisticChaos

[MJAInc]

Extra Life 2024 - Zusammenfassung - ARK2 & ASA News | Deutsche ARK2 Community - ARK2 | Deutsches Community Forum

 

https://ark2.de/news/extra-life-2024-zusammenfassung-r144/

 

 

[FlorianWind9]

"While not a powerhouse in combat or a rideable mount, Armadoggo can be outfitted with a variety of useful attachments, each enhancing its role as the ultimate survival companion. With a Bag attachment, Armadoggo can carry extra weight, freeing you up for other essentials. The Medkit offers emergency support, automatically healing you if your health drops too low, while Spikes and Extra Armor give Armadoggo some extra bite and protection in battle.

For those seeking versatility, the Speed Buff grants a burst of speed when you need it most, and the Meatsack can draw aggro, taking the heat off you in tight spots. Armadoggo can even carry a Food Basket or Ammo Box, ensuring that rations and ammunition are always within reach.

Other attachments, like the Spyglass and Oxygen Tank, add further exploration support by granting enhanced vision and shared oxygen, while the Rolled Sleeping Bag provides insulation and a mobile resting spot. For those with a collectible flair, Armadoggo can also hold a Chibi Basket, allowing a second chibi to level alongside you.

From extra storage to emergency healing and even distraction tactics, Armadoggo’s customizable gear allows it to support you in any situation, making it a loyal and versatile partner in survival."

 

Are you sure that you can't strap a jetpack to it and use the doggo as a way to fly as well?

I mean, wow, well, I guess there's not much point in taming any creature within the entire game besides this one then?

I mean, did I read that right that this creature is basically invincible to? Something about it burrowing under the ground to escape damage if its health gets too low so that it won't ever die and will always come back like the faithful companion it is?

Are you sure that you can't strap a mobile forge equipment set onto it as well? And a mobile chem crafting set? Cause these two things and flying are basically the only things it supposedly can't do aside from being a mount or being strong in combat. 

[FlorianWind9]

On 11/4/2024 at 4:14 PM, Eldyo said:

How's the tribe tower going to work in PVE? 

Probably just every tribe who manages to build one will forever get the buffs from it. Unless the tower can be damaged by wild creatures, in which case people will probably attempt to destroy them by kiting wild critters over to it and getting them to agro onto it. 

[Frisbee]

Couldn't participate in this years Extra Life, someone pillboxed me out of my cave and I haven't been able to get back in ??‍♂️ #OfficialLife

[Retrowarrior]

On 11/4/2024 at 2:54 PM, SharkLordSatan said:

Where is Survival of the Fittest??? Will it ever come back??? You guys basically took it away without any warning

I asked them about it in the live stream and they said they are putting sotf on the backburner until they finish all the maps and complete the game.

[Shamusmason]

since i seen that dogg, ive been thinking it should be able to carry a second shoulder pet, so if i want to travel on my pyromane i can, and i can have my cosmo in a pouch on my dog, so if i need to switch i can swap them around. this should be added, please do.