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This week, we're taking a closer look at the Cerberax, and its dossier reveals there's considerably more to taming this mythological monster than simply surviving the encounter. Each head will need to be dealt with on its own terms, and convincing all three that you're worth following might prove just as dangerous as fighting the beast itself. Pull it off, though, and Cerberax becomes one hell of an ally, bringing fire, venom, and three heads that are dangerous alone and downright vicious in sync. And Cerberax won't be arriving alone. September 30 is shaping up to be a packed day on the ARKs, bringing the Unreal Engine 5.8 upgrade, the Therizinosaurus TLC, and ARK: Dragontopia’s Gargantar alongside it. So while you start deciding which two tribemates you trust with the other heads, keep an eye on the calendar. There's plenty more headed your way on September 30! Download in full resolution Species: Cerberax tricipitis Time: Unknown Diet: Carnivore Temperament: Aggressive Something affecting evolution on the ARKs seems to have a knack for mythology! Cerberax tricipitis is a huge three-headed canid, capable of taking on even a Rex or Ossidon in a fair fight. Anything short of a Giga or Carcha is going to have a tough time fighting Cerberax. Its sheer size allows it to take a beating, so be sure to make it bleed if you plan to fight one. The three heads of Cerberax all use separate tactics, but their real strength is working together. The right head applies fire to subdue its prey, while consuming venom to cripple it. The left head applies venom to weaken its prey, while consuming fire to heal its body. The central head coordinates the other two, resulting in more damage from the side heads, and causing their venom and their flames to spread to nearby targets. Taming Cerberax involves winning over not one, but three animals. When subdued by narcotics, all its adrenaline surges to a single head. By quickly mounting that head and placating its anger, you can wear down its reserves of energy. Another head will wake, so repeat until all three collapse and you can feed it into submission. Once finally tamed, Cerberax is best ridden by a team of three Survivors. One Survivor controls the body and main head, while the other Survivors control the left and right heads to maximize combat efficiency. Working as a team, the three heads bolster each other's abilities to their maximum potential! Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community are fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms, and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week! This video features: Prometeus: Frontiers of ARK by J26arkitecto Ascended Armory by Khalahad Extreme Creatures: Audacoceratops by Pat1419 Tudor Medieval Structures by Sandi_00 Astraeos - Wardrobe by Nekatus_Modding Astreos Structures - Custom Cosmetic by Nekatus_Modding Xyphias’ Creatures: T. rex by Xyphias [T.A.C] Vectispinus by Tristans_Modding [T.A.C] Eocarcharia by Tristans_Modding ARKOLOGY: OE - Desolatitan by Dragonheart7998 No Untameables by Myrmecoleon Expire servers are temporary servers across the network that will eventually be removed, and you can find them by searching for "Expire" in the session filter. These servers will be online until 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on September 18th. We're preemptively using our allocation for future maps to host some additional sessions that players can travel onto to farm, tame, and experience the newest content Gameplay. The same transfer restrictions apply in that you are only able to download your character, but you can freely take anything off. This is to help reduce load off some of the other servers, or provide players an option for those who just want to jump onto a new map temporarily. Please note that these servers will no longer exist after 10 am PST / 1 pm EST on September 18th, so if you intend to use them, remember to transfer your items/creatures/characters off before that date, as nothing will be saved beyond that time period. Conquest, introduced to ARK: Survival Ascended by Snail Games, focuses on large-scale PvP, with increased rates, and other changes listed below. The increased rates will allow tribes to set up and establish themselves quickly and enable them to rebuild after potential losses instead of being wiped completely. The official Conquest servers are open for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. If you need any support during the Conquest season, join the Conquest Enforcement's Discord. Conquest Season 8 details: Total of 18 maps all Genesis part 1 Cluster A: 12 servers that had transfers enabled with Classic before they shut down. Cluster B: 6 servers with Transfers only enabled between those 6 servers for 2 weeks, Transfers between Cluster A and Cluster B will open on July 17th at 10 am PT. 5x Rates Tek is enabled with the exception of: Tek Grenade Tapejara Tek Saddle Megalodon Tek Saddle Rock Drake Tek Saddle Mosasur Tek Saddle Tek Railgun Map: all 18 maps will become Genesis Part 1 This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Tuesday, September 8. PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form Creator: Etholdir Etholdir sets sail for the Golden Age of Piracy with this massive Pirate Harbour Town that he built together with Wildtimez! Creator: AkiRosenthal Ch. hololive-JP *international corner* 広大なARKの世界を舞台に、チーム対抗のサバイバルチャレンジが開幕 ！果たして最後に最高得点を獲得するのは どのチームなのか……！？ Set in the vast world of ARK, a team-based survival challenge begins! Which team will ultimately achieve the highest score...? r o c k w e l l by iceop.1258 Acro by karns.x Ark Giga by u/UncleSammy21 My fanart of Argy by u/NagisaJai Phoenix by aselita Extinction by twwakie Everyone loves the Meiwings skin by @falco_luna Photo Mode by planetearth208 A large-scale build cluster I’m currently working on by hachi0253_60598 Photo Mode by onlyquartz Photo Mode by frozen_soap Photo Mode by jidait Enjoy your weekend! Studio Wildcard Twitter: twitter.com/survivetheark Discord: discord.com/invite/playark Reddit: reddit.com/r/playark Instagram: instagram.com/survivetheark Twitch: twitch.tv/survivetheark Steam: steamcommunity.com/app/346110 Youtube: youtube.com/survivetheark Facebook: facebook.com/survivetheark Threads: threads.net/@survivetheark Official Wiki: ark.wiki.gg View full article

All hands on deck, Survivors! The Galleon has officially set sail! This absolute behemoth offers Survivors a massive new canvas for fortress-style base building on the open water, backed by a formidable battery of cannons ready to turn a passing disagreement into a full broadside. And the timing couldn't be better. With new water physics bringing rolling waves and shifting seas, and Astraeos now reaching its completed form, there are more reasons than ever to leave the shoreline behind and see where the tides take you. Whether you're charting a course across Astraeos or braving the waters of Genesis, the Galleon is ready to carry your adventures onto the open seas. So gather your crew, load the cannons, and set sail. There's a whole lot more waiting beyond the horizon. Download in full resolution Structure decay is temporarily disabled while we finish resolving a small number of lingering tribe issues related to last week’s OC server outage. We plan to re-enable it next Friday, September 4, alongside the opening of transfers on Genesis Part 1. Transfers on Genesis Ascended Part 1 Official servers will open on September 4th, allowing players to move items, creatures, and characters onto the map without restriction! We've also aligned the timing with the Genesis Part 1 Expires servers, giving players a couple of weeks to move everything over before those servers close on September 18th. And as always, don't forget to pack your Dodos in bubble wrap, Survivors! Conquest, introduced to ARK: Survival Ascended by Snail Games, focuses on large-scale PvP, with increased rates, and other changes listed below. The increased rates will allow tribes to set up and establish themselves quickly and enable them to rebuild after potential losses instead of being wiped completely. The official Conquest servers are open for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. If you need any support during the Conquest season, join the Conquest Enforcement's Discord. Conquest Season 8 details: Total of 18 maps all Genesis part 1 Cluster A: 12 servers that had transfers enabled with Classic before they shut down. Cluster B: 6 servers with Transfers only enabled between those 6 servers for 2 weeks, Transfers between Cluster A and Cluster B will open on July 17th at 10 am PT. 5x Rates Tek is enabled with the exception of: Tek Grenade Tapejara Tek Saddle Megalodon Tek Saddle Rock Drake Tek Saddle Mosasur Tek Saddle Tek Railgun Map: all 18 maps will become Genesis Part 1 This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, August 31. PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form For years, Dododex has been one of those trusty companions Survivors keep close at hand, helping with everything from taming and breeding to figuring out just how many narcotics you'll need before committing to that ambitious tame. Built by Dan and shaped with input from the ARK community, Dododex has continued to grow alongside ARK, adding new tools and features to make life on the ARKs just a little easier. And there's another handy addition on the way! Here’s a sneak peek at Dododex’s upcoming improved stat calculator, which will finally support tamed and bred creatures! The new calculator will also feature customizable stat grading and name suggestions from the Dododex community. It’ll be coming first to the web version of Dododex, with a launch date to be announced soon! Check out Dododex at https://www.dododex.com Creator: ClickTockClock ClickTockClock teaches you how to tame a Concavenator and how to use its abilities! Creator: Raasclark Raasclark discovers the Boaratos' taming process and its flaming-hot abilities. Yuti by @k3zk_627 Summer Festival by @falco_luna Watercolor sketch of a Gigantoraptor by teaariz Rock Drake by amethystthegreat Sharkraft by mihael1947 Astraeos by yuukuro07 Deinonychus by @SS38529630 Photo Mode by yang098071 Photo Mode by catcatswagger Photo Mode by blueroses711 Photo Mode by cosmicman5455 I love the skateboard by frozen_soap Enjoy your weekend! Studio Wildcard Twitter: twitter.com/survivetheark Discord: discord.com/invite/playark Reddit: reddit.com/r/playark Instagram: instagram.com/survivetheark Twitch: twitch.tv/survivetheark Steam: steamcommunity.com/app/346110 Youtube: youtube.com/survivetheark Facebook: facebook.com/survivetheark Threads: threads.net/@survivetheark Official Wiki: ark.wiki.gg View full article

Embark on an epic ARK odyssey with Astraeos! Explore this vast, breathtaking world, steeped in Greek mythology, where majestic mountain ridges and marble cliffs meet pristine white sand beaches and a paradise of cherry blossoms. Spanning over 264 square kilometers, Astraeos is brimming with stunning scenery, ancient ruins, and sacred temples. That odyssey now reaches its final chapter with Astraeos 1.0 and its most ambitious expansion yet: Heaven and the Abyss. A realm of divine trials fit for the pantheon, from floating island peaks to dark abyssal trenches, command ancient warships across violent seas and prove your worth against the legendary horrors of myth. Astraeos is available on Xbox, Playstation, Epic Games and Steam! Helianthos: A bright, lush island of towering mountain ridges, open flower-filled plains, peaceful creatures, and flying islands suspended high above the landscape. Abyssanthos: A fog-shrouded deep-sea expanse with enormous underwater air bubbles supporting a mythical underwater city, providing space for base-building far beneath the surface. The Trireme: The ocean is no longer a passive boundary. Dynamic, rolling wave mechanics and new weather events transform the seas into a restless, shifting frontier, giving the new ancient Trireme warship the perfect arena for rough-water navigation. The Boaratos: A massive, fiercely aggressive, and scorching new boar found exclusively on Astraeos. Two Kraken Ascension Boss Fights: Confront the merciless leviathan in two distinct encounters, one underwater and another at the surface. New Minibosses: Face the immense Colossus and the ferocious Kroaratos. New Apex Rewards and Cosmetics: Claim Astral Souls as a powerful new Apex drop alongside the Agamemnon Helmet, Trireme Chair, Boaratos Spartan Saddle, Divine Sword, Divine Spear, and Divine Shield. The horizons of ARK: Survival Ascended continue to expand with brand-new creatures, naval warfare, and coastal raids! Available now on ARK: Survival Ascended: Concavenator: This ruthless pack hunter turns the desert into a lethal playground as they swim beneath the dunes ambushing prey with aerial attacks and blinding sand clouds! Available now with ARK: Tides of Fortune The Galleon: Take the helm of the majestic Galleon, the ultimate naval titan designed for extensive fortress-style base building and a devastating battery of cannons built for catastrophic broadside barrages! Land Outposts: Scour coastal shores for land-based pirate camps across Genesis 1's oceanic islands, eliminate the defending rogues, and plunder their buried treasure! Beyond latest Heaven & Abyss additions, the world of Astraeos opens wide with these original features: The Maeguana: blending agility and a robust, reptilian appearance, its nurturing instincts aid in raising baby creatures, while its skin membrane allows for graceful gliding and safe passage. The Grand Tortugar: 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. Close it, and the Tortugar transforms into a near-impenetrable bastion with your crew breathing freely inside. Conquer Pyranthos: a brutal desert where shifting dunes conceal forgotten temples and buried pathways. Deathworms tunnel beneath the sands, while the Scorpion King and Queen prowl alongside Skeleton warriors stalking the wastes. Deep underground, five perilous Artifact Caves await, including the twisting Minotaur Labyrinth, and buried in the ruins of Pyranthos, Hydraskos the Unbroken awaits. Defeating all five hungry heads will demand teamwork, timing, and a whole lot of firepower. Uncover Lemnokis Island: Explore a massive landmass of contrasting climates, from snowbound and sun-warmed redwoods to sprawling valleys, dense forests, and an extensive network of buildable caves, including one carved deep within a glacier. Venture offshore into resource-rich deep-sea regions and brave the Maelstrom, a mysterious new location far out in the ocean. Lemnokis is also home to Astraeos’ first duo-miniboss encounter: Kalydonios and Erymanthian, two colossal boars wielding fire and poisonous gas. Dynamic weather systems and overhauled lighting reshape the world minute by minute – shifting seamlessly from blinding glare and brilliant sunlight to eerie twilight and suffocating fog. Journey across diverse, breathtaking landscapes inspired by the Mediterranean coast, serene cherry blossom groves, and the rugged terrain of Appalachia. Uncover the deep mysteries hidden within an expansive ocean ecosystem, brave the fiery hazards of Volcano Island, and lay claim to sacred temples and ancient ruins steeped in myth. Explore challenging, loot-filled labyrinths at your own risk, and test your skills against formidable mythological foes and powerful new bosses. Hunt unique enhanced Alpha Creature variants for valuable loot, and conquer OSDs, Element Veins, and special Supply Drops blessed by Zeus himself! Astraeos is now complete and the path to Ascension belongs to those who seize it. The gods have set the challenge. Will you bow to fate, or rise in defiance of Olympus? Download all screenshots and artwork in full resolution New Content and Features Creatures Added the Boaratos to Astraeos A massive, fiercely aggressive, and scorching new boar found exclusively on Astraeos. Added the Concavenator to Scorched Earth, Ragnarok, Extinction and Astraeos Added the X-Concavenator to Genesis Added the Aberrant Concavenator to Aberration This ruthless pack hunter turns the desert into a lethal playground as they swim beneath the dunes ambushing prey with aerial attacks and blinding sand clouds! Ships Added the Galleon for owners of Tides of Fortune Take the helm of the majestic Galleon, the ultimate naval titan designed for extensive fortress-style base building and a devastating battery of cannons built for catastrophic broadside barrages! Added the Trireme for owners of Astraeos The ocean is no longer a passive boundary. Dynamic, rolling wave mechanics and new weather events transform the seas into a restless, shifting frontier, giving the new ancient Trireme warship the perfect arena for rough-water navigation. The Shipyard and the various ship ammunition types can now also be crafted with Astraeos ownership The shipyard can now be converted into “Galleon Mode,” reconfiguring the Shipyard to support the larger vessel Added a rudder direction indicator on the Ship’s HUD Genesis Changes Added three new Ocean Outposts: Brimstone Bay Chained Megachelon Market Port Added Land Outposts throughout the islands of the Genesis Ocean Biome Discover 20 different Pirate Camp layouts, defeat the pirates occupying them, and claim their loot You may instead encounter a friendly Market Camp, where neutral Pirate Merchants offer goods at a discounted price Astraeos Official Release v0.1.4 New Additions Added Abyssanthos, an expansive new deep-sea region featuring underwater air pockets suitable for base building Added Helianthos, a medium-sized island featuring large mountain ridges, flower-filled plains, peaceful creatures, and scenic locations Added a new Boss Terminal on the western side of Astraeos Added the Boaratos, a new Astraeos-exclusive creature Added two new Ascension boss encounters: Abyssalus the Void Beneath Shallocis the Void Above Defeating both Krakens awards maximum player levels Added New Miniboss: Colossus Added New Miniboss: Kroaratos Added Grand Tortugar Saddle to Miniboss loot Added two new Apex Drops: Astral Souls Hex Coins Added the following new cosmetics available to unlock: Agamemnon Helmet Boaratos Spartan Saddle Divine Sword Divine Spear Divine Shield Trireme Chair Added the Trireme, a new ship type Added Tidepups and Palaeoctopus to Astraeos spawners Implemented new Ocean wave physics to Astraeos Changes Improved waterfall VFX throughout Astraeos Boar Miniboss taxidermies now display correctly Fixes Fixed multiple Waterfall VFX issues Fixed multiple mesh holes Fixed physics and post-processing issues in the Wyvern Cave Fixed grass clutter issues on Wyvern Island Fixed taxidermy display issues affecting the Hydra, Gorgon, Cyclops, Cave Minotaurus, Minotarchos, Kirayli, Erymanthian, and Kalydonios General Bug Fixes Fixed an issue on Valguero where a white plane could be seen when exiting the Aberration Cave Fixed multiple mesh holes on Valguero Fixed floating foliage in the C2 region of Valguero Fixed a mesh hole at Helm’s Deep on Valguero Fixed an issue where items could disappear when using “Pick Up All Nearby” while the player’s inventory was close to its capacity Fixed an unintended build location at Pele on Valguero Fixed a mesh hole in the Spider Cave on Valguero Improved performance related to foliage interaction inside Lost Colony caves Fixed an unintended mesh location at Pele on Astraeos that allowed access to a large area beneath the map Fixed the Sloop door handle appearing on the incorrect side Fixed default textures appearing on the windows of the Farmhouse Land Outpost on Genesis Fixed an exploit that allowed players to construct floating structures inside the mesh using Saloon Tables or BattleRig Garages Fixed an issue where meteors from the Genesis Lunar Biome could damage players and creatures in other biomes Fixed default textures appearing on fortress windows across multiple Genesis Outposts Fixed a thatch structure in the Shattered Mines Outpost using default textures Fixed an issue where rebinding the “Use” input prevented players from dismounting ships Fixed X-Basilosaurus embryos producing the standard Basilosaurus variant when hatched using an Embryo Incubator Fixed an issue where players could not climb the Sloop’s port-side ladder while the ship was anchored Fixed a client crash that could occur when teleporting into an active Lost Colony Outpost in multiplayer Improved performance when a large number of Bounty Boards are placed Fixed an issue where the Companion buff could be lost after transferring using a bed, causing the associated Veilwyn or Armadoggo companion to be killed in multiplayer Restored missing ambient environmental audio across older Genesis biomes Fixed an exploit that allowed players to bypass the intended Shipyard placement limit using Ocean Platforms; Shipyards and Ocean Platforms now share the same area limit Fixed an issue where Pyromanes could jump through the barrier after a Genesis Gauntlet Mission had begun Fixed an issue that prevented creatures from swimming upward inside Aquatic Compartments Fixed an issue where boss minions could stop spawning during the final phase of the Genesis Final Test Fixed an issue where depositing blueprints into Dedicated Storage could convert them into the corresponding crafted structure or item Fixed the Hand Cannon being able to knock back creatures belonging to enemy tribes on PvE servers Fixed an issue where increasing an Astrocetus’ stats would not increase its Cosmic Power; Cosmic Power now scales with its Food stat Fixed an issue where players could retain the Shielded buff after lying on a Tek Bed within a Tek Forcefield and then lowering the forcefield Fixed an issue where players had unlimited Oxygen while being grabbed underwater by certain wild creatures Fixed an issue where a Deinonychus frozen by an allied Cryolophosaurus could become permanently unable to move Fixed Orbital Supply Drop rewards providing crafted MEKs instead of MEK blueprints Fixed an issue where Cryo Hospitals could instantly fully heal creatures and reduce their mating cooldowns Fixed an issue where certain Custom Cosmetics could incorrectly provide armor and be equipped to multiple accessory slots Fixed an issue where Bob’s Tall Tales Explorer Notes could incorrectly display a DLC ownership error for players who owned the required DLC Fixed an issue where mounted Palaeoctopus could rubber-band after climbing onto ships in multiplayer Fixed an issue where players could lose their inventory if their body was consumed by a creature during Genesis Gauntlet Missions Fixed an issue where Magmasaurs would not retain their intended movement-speed reduction while Smelting Mode was active Fixed an issue where HLN-A could initiate a scan when the player pressed the Map input Fixed irregular first-person movement directions when climbing with a Bloodstalker Fixed an issue where an incorrect map name in a server batch file could prevent creatures from spawning Fixed an issue where Bison walking and running sounds would only play through the right audio channel Fixed an issue where players could sometimes transmit voice globally without activating Push to Talk Fixed various exploits Fixed various client crashes View full article

Survivors, mark your calendars because September 30 is shaping up to be a big day on the ARKs! The Unreal Engine 5.8 upgrade, Therizinosaurus TLC, Cerberax, and Gargantar are all set to arrive together in one packed release. The move to Unreal Engine 5.8 represents one of the biggest technical milestones yet for ASA. Our engine team has been hard at work on the upgrade, focusing on tangible performance improvements, platform-specific fixes, and stronger technical foundations for everything still ahead. And the technology isn't the only thing getting an upgrade. Thanks to your Extra Life vote, the Therizinosaurus TLC will sharpen up one of ARK's most iconic creatures, bringing new life and personality to the beloved Tickle Chicken while staying true to the harvesting powerhouse Survivors know and love. It won't be arriving alone. The skies will welcome Gargantar, the latest mighty dragon from ARK Dragontopia, with Expansion Pass owners getting early access to this hungry behemoth, who views the ARKs as one enormous all-you-can-eat buffet. Meanwhile, ARK Fantastic Tames Season 1 continues with the arrival of its second creature, Cerberax, following in the bouncy footsteps of the Burrowbuck earlier this year. Download in full resolution This imposing beast is more than capable of carrying a lone Survivor into battle, though those traveling with a few trusted tribemates may discover where its true strength lies. Each head seems to have a temperament of its own, with a peculiar way of playing off the others. Survivors who learn to work with them in tandem may find that what one head starts, another can finish with devastating results. Whether you ride alone or bring your tribe along, there's clearly more than one way to unleash this three-headed terror. The Cerberax is coming as part of ARK Fantastic Tames Season 1 on September 30. Before we get there… Astraeos' final update arrives August 26! Charging into the update is the Boaratos, the hot-headed hog we introduced last week, ready to bring some serious heat to your battles, your harvests, and perhaps even your breakfast table. So while you're marking September 30 on your calendars, don't forget to make a little room for August 26. The Boaratos is almost here, and it's bringing the heat! Transfers on Genesis Ascended Part 1 Official servers will open on September 4th, allowing players to move items, creatures, and characters onto the map without restriction! We've also aligned the timing with the Genesis Part 1 Expires servers, giving players a couple of weeks to move everything over before those servers close on September 18th. And as always, don't forget to pack your Dodos in bubble wrap, Survivors! Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community are fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms, and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week! This video features: Golden Evolving Tools (Freemium) by Lordan_LaFleur Atlantean Temple Skins by R0sered Amberveil Cottage Structure Skins by Kocielapki Fantasy Swords and Pike by Prince_0f_Hell ARK: Collection-V1 by J26arkitecto Feras TLCs: Megalodon by Fera_spielt ARKOLOGY: OE - Hapipalus by Dragonheart7998 Vorath: Aquadomes by Trixt3r ExtinctionOverGrowth by Mr_PowerPoof Rustfall by YutayARKMods The Wall by IIVan Engram Fragmentation by Shefski55555 Fera’s TLCs: Megalania by Fera_Spielt Bridges Ascended by mobevents Reforged Arsenal by Hacki_Van_Bane Hyperion by Crane_ASA Corruption Unbound by Dooms_Dahling, Scorching_Kami Whimsical Farming by Lordan_LaFleur, Cliffan The Obulus Project by TheNokosa Extraction Protocol by Brunoamaraltm Conquest, introduced to ARK: Survival Ascended by Snail Games, focuses on large-scale PvP, with increased rates, and other changes listed below. The increased rates will allow tribes to set up and establish themselves quickly and enable them to rebuild after potential losses instead of being wiped completely. The official Conquest servers are open for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. If you need any support during the Conquest season, join the Conquest Enforcement's Discord. Conquest Season 8 details: Total of 18 maps all Genesis part 1 Cluster A: 12 servers that had transfers enabled with Classic before they shut down. Cluster B: 6 servers with Transfers only enabled between those 6 servers for 2 weeks, Transfers between Cluster A and Cluster B will open on July 17th at 10 am PT. 5x Rates Tek is enabled with the exception of: Tek Grenade Tapejara Tek Saddle Megalodon Tek Saddle Rock Drake Tek Saddle Mosasur Tek Saddle Tek Railgun Map: all 18 maps will become Genesis Part 1 ARKpocalypse servers have been wiped today! What is ARKpocalypse? ARKpocalypse are monthly-wipe servers with higher than usual rates and monthly curated mods. Next wipe: September 18th, 2026 You can join them by typing "Arkpocalypse" in the server browser! Happy Surviving! This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, August 24. PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form ASA Mod Jam 2026 – Winners Are In! We’re constantly blown away by the creativity of the ARK modding community, especially when players create new opportunities for fellow creators. That spirit is behind the independently run ASA Mod Jam 2026: Build the Future. Rustfall by Yutay Explore a haunting graveyard of steel where nature has reclaimed the ruins of a forgotten TEK world. Whimsical Farming by Lordan_Lafluer & Cliffan Transform survival into a rewarding farming adventure where every seed, season and harvest matters. Engram Fragmentation by Shefski Turn every tame into a new opportunity by extracting fragments to create powerful upgrades, mutations and cosmetics. Vorath: Aquadomes by Trixt3r & Shinygati Trixt3r & Shinygati. Tame a fearsome deep-sea predator and grow massive breathable Aquadomes to build your future beneath the waves. The Obolus Project by Nokosa Escape to your own personal island getaway, beautifully themed around some of ARK’s most iconic biomes. Hyperion by Crane Battle through an industrial stronghold packed with elite enemies, challenging encounters, valuable loot and a rideable TEK train. Corruption Unbound by Dooms Dahling & Scorching_Kami Fight back against spreading corruption as dangerous nests transform wildlife and unleash terrifying new monstrosities. Extraction Protocol by Bruno Defend procedurally generated Resource Nodes against hostile waves and earn valuable rewards in thrilling high-risk encounters. Thank you to all the talented creators who participated—this year's quality has been amazing! Creator: The AxeMan The AxeMan explores the modded map Bjarnheim and settles in a quaint town. Creator: Savkyn Savkyn shows you how to build your very own cozy cottage! CRIMSON by RATIAELUNE Deinonychus by SkrillySaper Traditional artist coming into the unknown digital world by cascadingcaramel Argentavis by ThatOneJade13 Two Carnotaurus fighting each other by K4ferta My spinosarus, Toffifi by blobin500 Helena Walker and Littlefoot by ThePaleoartMan Photo Mode by atomic2108 Photo Mode by lavanaut Photo Mode by catcatswagger Photo Mode by onlyquartz Photo Mode by fera_spielt Enjoy your weekend! Studio Wildcard Twitter: twitter.com/survivetheark Discord: discord.com/invite/playark Reddit: reddit.com/r/playark Instagram: instagram.com/survivetheark Twitch: twitch.tv/survivetheark Steam: steamcommunity.com/app/346110 Youtube: youtube.com/survivetheark Facebook: facebook.com/survivetheark Threads: threads.net/@survivetheark Official Wiki: ark.wiki.gg View full article

Things are about to get a little crispy on Astraeos. On August 26, the final update to Astraeos arrives, and charging headfirst into the fray is the Boaratos, a fiery new bruiser that's happiest when things get up close, and preferably a little singed. Download in full resolution Built to stand tusk-to-toe with some of the toughest creatures on the ARKs, this hot-headed hog combines raw physical strength with fiery attacks and a knack for leaving its enemies bleeding, making it a must-have companion when facing particularly formidable opponents. But when there's no battle to be fought, those smoldering talents can still earn their keep around your tribe. Trees have a curious tendency to end up a little more... charred before the Boaratos brings them crashing down. And should you ever find yourself on the winning side of a fight with a Boaratos, let's just say the spoils might be best enjoyed around the breakfast table with a side of eggs. No matter what, Astraeos is going whole hog for its final update! Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community are fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms, and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week! This video features: Showcase Storage Skins by Kokoukohiro Forglar Part II by SnowyTrain Kawaii Sweet Structures by Kawaii_Creator Bathroom Clutter Evolved by Faine Ocean Platforms Catalogue - Custom Cosmetic by Fernandess, Dani_FM Wyrm Cosmetic by TheCleanSlate TyrannosaurusGoose by Nekatus_Modding Cliffans CC: Bionic Cosmo Cosmetic by Cliffan_ Untitled by Scorching_Kami Bjarnheim by Nekatus_Modding Paleo ARK - Evolution | Apex Predators by Team Paleo ARK Transfers on Genesis Ascended Part 1 Official servers will open on September 4th, allowing players to move items, creatures, and characters onto the map without restriction! We've also aligned the timing with the Genesis Part 1 Expires servers, giving players a couple of weeks to move everything over before those servers close on September 18th. And as always, don't forget to pack your Dodos in bubble wrap, Survivors! Conquest, introduced to ARK: Survival Ascended by Snail Games, focuses on large-scale PvP, with increased rates, and other changes listed below. The increased rates will allow tribes to set up and establish themselves quickly and enable them to rebuild after potential losses instead of being wiped completely. The official Conquest servers are open for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. If you need any support during the Conquest season, join the Conquest Enforcement's Discord. Conquest Season 8 details: Total of 18 maps all Genesis part 1 Cluster A: 12 servers that had transfers enabled with Classic before they shut down. Cluster B: 6 servers with Transfers only enabled between those 6 servers for 2 weeks, Transfers between Cluster A and Cluster B will open on July 17th at 10 am PT. 5x Rates Tek is enabled with the exception of: Tek Grenade Tapejara Tek Saddle Megalodon Tek Saddle Rock Drake Tek Saddle Mosasur Tek Saddle Tek Railgun Map: all 18 maps will become Genesis Part 1 This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, August 17. PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form ASA Mod Jam 2026 – Finalist Mods Are Live! We’re constantly blown away by the creativity of the ARK modding community, especially when players create new opportunities for fellow creators. That spirit is behind the independently run ASA Mod Jam 2026: Build the Future. Organized by Sandi Studios and CurseForge, this eight-week gauntlet kicks off on May 15th. It challenges solo devs and duos to build brand-new mods from scratch using the official ARK DevKit, with prizes on the line. The Top 13 finalist mods are now available! Explore these community-created mods available for you to try. You can easily find all of them in the in-game mod browser by searching for #ASAModJam2026. Bridges Ascended by Mobevents Corruption Unbound by Dooms Dahling & Scorching_Kami Engram Fragmentation by Shefski Extinction Overgrowth by Powerpoof Extraction Protocol by Bruno Fera’s TLCs: Megalania by fera_spielt Hyperion by Crane The Obolus Project by Nokosa Reforged Arsenal by Hacki_van_Bane Rustfall by Yutay The Wall by IIvan Vorath: Aquadomes by Trixt3r & Shinygati Whimsical Farming by Lordan_Lafluer & Cliffan Try out the mods, share your thoughts in the comments, and give them a thumbs up in-game if you enjoy them. Your feedback will assist the judges during the evaluation period from August 2 to August 17. The winners will be announced on August 21st! Thank you to all the talented creators who participated—this year's quality has been amazing! Creator: Syntac Syntac experiments with the Supercephalosornis Lab Station to genetically alter his own powerhouse! Creator: Chasun_ Chasun creates a beautiful base that is ideal for all your starting needs! Do you still remember the first stolen Wyvern Egg? by @TZULIN_ WONDERLAND by @falco_luna Gimme elements! Gimme! Gimme! by @zondeeee730 Tidepup by @kinosei_x2 Bulbdog by Lyly29 Little drawing of my favourite reaper of mine, Lucer by lohegrina My character with my 3 favorite dinos by koelium Photo Mode by repo24 You've earned your place in my memory, brother. Until we cross paths again in the wild. by onlyquartz Drakeling by akarimmu Named him Hephaestus by anhagath Photo Mode by brini2715. Enjoy your weekend! 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The ground is beginning to shake again. Once upon a time, the Giganotosaurus was the undisputed king of the ARKs. Few creatures could stand against it, and hearing its roar in the distance was enough to send even seasoned Survivors scrambling for safety, and taming one was a milestone few ever forgot. As the years went by and new apex predators emerged, the Giga gradually found itself sharing the spotlight. With this TLC, our goal is to restore the presence, power, and identity that made it the terror of the wilderness in the first place. We're excited to share an early look at that journey with the first concept art for the Giganotosaurus TLC. Our focus is on restoring the Giga's commanding presence and ensuring it once again stands shoulder to shoulder with the mightiest predators roaming the ARKs. Download in full resolution As part of that journey, we’re exploring new ways to remind Survivors why a wounded Giganotosaurus has always been one of the most terrifying sights on the ARKs. The closer it is pushed to the brink, the more dangerous it becomes... and that kind of fury can be contagious. Creatures brave enough to crowd around its feet may soon discover it has a crushing answer of its own, but when its temper finally boils over, friend and foe alike would be wise to give it room. The king of the food chain is preparing for its return. Transfers on Genesis Ascended Part 1 Official servers will open on September 4th, allowing players to move items, creatures, and characters onto the map without restriction! We've also aligned the timing with the Genesis Part 1 Expires servers, giving players a couple of weeks to move everything over before those servers close on September 18th. And as always, don't forget to pack your Dodos in bubble wrap, Survivors! Conquest, introduced to ARK: Survival Ascended by Snail Games, focuses on large-scale PvP, with increased rates, and other changes listed below. The increased rates will allow tribes to set up and establish themselves quickly and enable them to rebuild after potential losses instead of being wiped completely. The official Conquest servers are open for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. If you need any support during the Conquest season, join the Conquest Enforcement's Discord. Conquest Season 8 details: Total of 18 maps all Genesis part 1 Cluster A: 12 servers that had transfers enabled with Classic before they shut down. Cluster B: 6 servers with Transfers only enabled between those 6 servers for 2 weeks, Transfers between Cluster A and Cluster B will open on July 17th at 10 am PT. 5x Rates Tek is enabled with the exception of: Tek Grenade Tapejara Tek Saddle Megalodon Tek Saddle Rock Drake Tek Saddle Mosasur Tek Saddle Tek Railgun Map: all 18 maps will become Genesis Part 1 This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, August 10. PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form ASA Mod Jam 2026 – Finalist Mods Are Live! We’re constantly blown away by the creativity of the ARK modding community, especially when players create new opportunities for fellow creators. That spirit is behind the independently run ASA Mod Jam 2026: Build the Future. Organized by Sandi Studios and CurseForge, this eight-week gauntlet kicks off on May 15th. It challenges solo devs and duos to build brand-new mods from scratch using the official ARK DevKit, with prizes on the line. The Top 13 finalist mods are now available! Explore these community-created mods available for you to try. You can easily find all of them in the in-game mod browser by searching for #ASAModJam2026. Bridges Ascended by Mobevents Corruption Unbound by Dooms Dahling & Scorching_Kami Engram Fragmentation by Shefski Extinction Overgrowth by Powerpoof Extraction Protocol by Bruno Fera’s TLCs: Megalania by fera_spielt Hyperion by Crane The Obolus Project by Nokosa Reforged Arsenal by Hacki_van_Bane Rustfall by Yutay The Wall by IIvan Vorath: Aquadomes by Trixt3r & Shinygati Whimsical Farming by Lordan_Lafluer & Cliffan Try out the mods, share your thoughts in the comments, and give them a thumbs up in-game if you enjoy them. Your feedback will assist the judges during the evaluation period from August 2 to August 17. The winners will be announced on August 21st! Thank you to all the talented creators who participated—this year's quality has been amazing! Creator: BEYPlaysGames Bey explores the newest modded map from Nekatus, Bjarnheim! Creator: LolsAtLance Learn to build this ocean platform PVE base. This Spanish-inspired build has everything you need to survive life at sea. Fan Art by drawolfknight Night Trio by sirdrip Grabbing him like a stray cat by dovethecat The Violet Depths by lightscameraemerald My brother is a metal worker and he made this for me because I love featherlight so much by derek25_ Helena’s prophecy by @TekARK_01 Change into a swimsuit by @falco_luna Photo Mode by yang098071 snow critters by frozen_soap Photo Mode by hizamarukco Just another aesthetic photo of my Amberveil village by kocie.lapki So cute by mrs.tack Enjoy your weekend! 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