The 10-year celebratory ARK DLC is officially here, make your way over to the DLC page and take advantage of our limited time introductory sale!

The Official Launch Trailer was made again by an incredible community creator: Jukari. Thank you and your team for all of your hard work for multiple trailers!

• The first submerged ARK DLC with expansive underwater gameplay brings:

  • 21 New Creatures

  • 74 New Engrams with 7 Tek Engrams

  • 5 New, Unique biomes

  • A narrative that bridges muiltiple ARKs

  • Official server support for Aquatica only through 2025

  • Small Tribe servers

  • PVP servers that are immediately transferrable

  • Updated Devkit coming for mods that need updates

We look forward to hearing feedback and bug reports through the Steam Discussions as well as our community Discord! Make your way to the #bug-reports channel as well as #bobs-with-probs for any issues you may encounter, the community is banding together to help each other quickly!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537070/ARK_Aquatica/

With the impending release, we wanted to provide some answers and information to the community that have come up over the past few days. Make sure to join the Discord for more information and join the rest of the community!

• Official Servers will be available and supported through the end of 2025, with the possibility of extension

• Small Tribe Official Servers will also be launching alongside standard ones

• Official support will only be for the Aquatica DLC map

• Regular PVP servers will have transfers available immediately upon release.

• Game version will also be updated to the live ASE version.

• DLC and Game servers live starting 7/15, Tuesday at 10AM PST

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To support ARK: Aquatica's expanded engine capabilities, we’ve updated the game's memory and shader systems. This may require some mods to be recompiled.

• A new DevKit will be released in the coming weeks

• This will allow creators to update and optimize their mods for compatibility.

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ARK: Aquatica will have an introductory launch sale for a limited time!

• Base Price: $14.99

• Introductory Launch Sale: 40% off — available for $8.99 for a limited time only

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Yes, community events will be going on for ARK: Aquatica, here are a few listed events to look forward to, with more information releasing soon!

• Show off your best underwater base-building skills.  Submit on Steam Discussions, make sure to link your steam post in Discord, in a specified channel.

• Top 3 winners each week receive Steam Gift Cards ($100,$50,$25)

• First place winners will also receive an Aquatica Merchandise Pack

• Which creatures will you bring into the deep through mutation? Show us your most unique or effective underwater tame/tame(s)

• Submit on Steam Discussions with a short write-up on your choices, make sure to link your steam post in Discord, in a specified channel.

• 50 unique winners selected for creativity and effectiveness.

• Winners receive $25 Steam Gift Card codes

• Content creators, this one’s for you. Look out for our official TikTok Creator Campaign via the TikTok Gaming Incentive Program.

• Another one for the content creators, check out the incoming quests via Noiz.gg

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A few teasers of the bosses to follow!

• This Serpent has spent eons absorbing energy form nearby lava pools. It emanates extreme heat and seems to thrive inside the crushing pressure that somehow keeps lava from solidifying in the Boiling Sea.

• A massive Crystal that seems to thrum with some unknown energy. It shifts in and out of reality, causing energy waves from nearby crystals. Don't get too close, or it may pull you into another reality as well.

Additionally, more bosses can be discovered in-game:

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More details, trailers, and patch notes to come as launch approaches.

ARK: Aquatica is almost here — get ready to dive in.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537070/ARK_Aquatica/

As a reminder, the community has its own Discord server linked here, for all things ARK: Aquatica community wise, we will keep a close eye on both the Discord server and the ARK Survival Evolved community hub on Steam!

Today's post will be led off with FOUR creature dossiers, reveals of the unique biomes and TWO unique items in the DLC.

Tiktaalik Roseae

"Even with its deficits, the Tiktaalik persists. It flees in danger, but not with exceptional speed. Its largest defense is its ability to hide in place. Saying it uses camouflage is generous. The act of covering its eyes seems to trick any hostile creature into leaving it alone."

Initially appearing to be fearful then turning playful, the Tiktaalik will look to find a playmate and as you come across these cute creatures in the wild, don't expect them to be masters at hiding.

Onchopristis serratmatus

"This fish is both creature and tool to anyone brave enough to master them. Taming requires force and some agility to avoid their razor sharp, exposed teeth. These creatures won’t be ridden bareback. With a saddle, you can travel the waters with a chainsaw carving your path."

Obviously intimidating yet purposeful, a creature that requires effort to tame but can become a great asset, one that will put up a good fight. Keep your distance unless you dare!

Odontodactylus concussus

"They are protective of their homes and the eggs of their offspring. Yet they are not impossible to reason with. A typical peace offering is not effective as it is clear to me that the wild Mantis Shrimp has a deep sense of pride. It will not be handfed. They demand respect and I find it easy to give."

A tame that can also be a loyal assistant, these will be worth the respect they demand with their utility. Watch your limbs and extremities with this one.

Monodon magicosceros

"Monodons appear to be a typical aquatic animal. They swim where simple fish can be found in abundance. To gain their loyalty, you must hop on to the back of this wild animal and prove you can handle it."

The legend come to life, set to be one of the best companions in the expansion. For transporation, utility and defense, seeking these creatures may prove essential.

https://youtu.be/pQ1KuTdkFbo

In ARK: Aquatica, there will be 5 Unique Biomes and sub-biomes in between that survivors will explore for secrets and treasures while also searching for biome-specific creatures to tame.

The 5 biomes are as follows:

Shallows

Crystal Caverns

Boiling Sea

Depths

Abyss

Pictured here is the Shallows biome. the introductory biome in the world of Aquatica. A gorgeous and friendly biome teeming with colorful corals, happy beasts, and mystical plants that somehow allow humans to breathe underwater.

Pictured here is the opposite end of the biome spectrum, the Abyss, residing below the Depths, this biome looks like another world at the bottom of the ocean. Aquatic in nature but somehow twisted, like it doesn't quite belong in this reality.

While we have only described 2 of the 5 unique biomes, we hope that the players enjoy and explore all 5 biomes and also the sub-biomes in between.

Two amazing tools to aid your underwater journey, the Tek Trident and the Seafin Glider Suit will be essential items in this expansion!

https://youtu.be/XnL_4q3TOoM

With more creature reveals and items on the way, we hope that not only the community remains excited but also looking forward to seeing and meeting these creatures upon release.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537070/ARK_Aquatica/

Today's post will be led off with two creature dossiers, detailing two of the more widely known creatures that a unique to the Aquatica DLC. With a larger creature dossier release coming tomorrow, Friday the 11th.

"I've not encountered any creature quite like this before. It has the physical appearance of a salamander, yet is the size of a domesticated dog. It also has the personality to match. The name Mudpuppy seems fitting."

Definitely a creature that you will come across early... Mudpuppies are tamable creatures that will be a reliable, companion-like tame that will not only help you survive on land, but also underwater.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZP7R7Cx5RY

"This giant clam is more of a rock than an animal. Like a rock, the Tridacna remains in its place. If you are not careful, you can end up trapped in its maw. If you do not provoke it, these are more of an annoyance than a threat."

Dangerous yet high yield, the Tridacna provides you with an option for a quick grab of pearls or a longer term investment to yield more pearls over time.

https://youtu.be/wUDVcxHt7OY?si=xZDdhi0iqlPVgafb

With more creature reveals and items on the way, we hope that not only the community remains excited but also looking forward to seeing and meeting these creatures upon release. Today's was a bit of a lighter post, with not only much larger creatures to discover but potentially more dangerous ones as well.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537070/ARK_Aquatica/

Survivors, are you ready to take on an all-new challenge in the depths? Launching on July 15, ARK: Aquatica arrives as a special ARK: Survival Evolved DLC to celebrate the franchise’s 10th anniversary.

“Aquatica” is a sunken ARK lying within a vast underwater ecosystem. Survivors will be pushed to their limits as they face unprecedented challenges: crushing deep-sea pressure, powerful currents, drastic environmental shifts, and strange life forms lurking in the abyss.

Aquatica introduces five unique deep-sea biomes, born from ARK’s system malfunctions and elemental mutations. Together, they form a sprawling underwater labyrinth. These zones exist at varying depths, and what seems like the ocean floor may, in fact, be the surface of yet another deeper zone.

As you venture further into the abyss, everything changes with the depth: water pressure constantly reminds you of the ocean’s deadly embrace. With increasing pressure and diminishing light, each biome showcases distinct vegetation and aquatic life, while powerful underwater currents introduce entirely new challenges.

The further survivors descend into the ocean, the more its ultimate secrets and dangers will be revealed. The harsh environment has bred unimaginable creatures, and the extreme conditions like oxygen scarcity, crushing pressure, and buoyancy shifts make every step of exploration a true test of survival.

But worry not. 21 brand-new aquatic creatures await in this oceanic frontier. Some will test your strength, while many others may become your best companions. Stay tuned for more details about the creatures of ARK: Aquatica in upcoming updates.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537070/Aquatica__ARK_Expansion_Map/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3720100/ARK_Lost_Colony_Expansion_Pass/

Step into ARK’s darkest chapter yet.

Travel to Arat Prime—home of the ARKs and now a war-torn, frozen wasteland. Lost Colony is ASA’s first full expansion, featuring an epic cinematic storyline starring Michelle Yeoh as Mei Yin, brought to life by anime legends MAPPA.

As you follow Mei Yin’s journey into the shadows of a broken city, you’ll uncover new powers, forge "Cursed" gear, and unlock an entirely new Lost Skill Tree—customize your Survivor like never before with unique paths focused on taming, exploring, or survival.

But beware, the frozen wastes of Arat Prime are not devoid of intelligent life; on the contrary, the city has become a war-torn battleground between twisted Element-powered 'factions' seeking to undo what was accomplished at the end of ARK Extinction. Together with generations of heroes, you'll unite the past and the future of ARK!

Enhance your journey from day-one with the Lost Colony Expansion Pass! Immediately gain access to these exclusive bonuses:

• Fantastic Tame - Drakelings: Gain immediate access to the enchanting Drakelings, miniature dragons that serve as both a steadfast shoulder pet and a versatile tool. With four distinct seasonal variations, each offering unique passive benefits and the ability to be wielded for powerful attacks and tactical support for your allies!
   

• Veilwyn: This captivating companion dynamically enhances your adventures with its aura-based buffs for defense, offense, and speed! Unleash its active abilities to revitalize yourself and your creatures, or to empower your next decisive strike. Prepare for a game-changer: this creature can evolve into one of two formidable forms with the official release of Lost Colony, each unlocking entirely new and potent abilities!
   

• New Player Skill Tree: Master a new style of progression with exclusive early access to a new skill system. Earn points by achieving Milestones and invest them in skills across three distinct trees, allowing for deep specialization as a master of creatures, a seasoned explorer, or a resourceful survivor.
   

• Template Hammer: Revolutionize and simplify your base building with this essential tool! The Structure Template system allows you to select a portion of your existing base, save it as a reusable template, and then easily replicate that structure in other locations. Say goodbye to tedious repetition and hello to rapid base expansion and consistent design!
   

• TEK Bunker: The underground is now your battleground, as you can deploy the incredible new TEK Bunker to expand your base underneath the earth into a whole new playing-field.

  • We've hired Zarthan, the original creator of the TEK Drill Premium Mod, to work on the implementation and design of the TEK Bunker. Going forward the TEK Drill mod won't be receiving further updates, however anyone who has already purchased it will be able to use the TEK Bunker without needing to purchase the Lost Colony Expansion Pass.
     

• DarkTek Cosmetics: Don this striking fusion of gothic elegance and sci-fi technology with a captivating bloodthirsty undertone, including armor component skins, sword skin, and Dark Drakeling skin.
   

• ARK: Lost Colony (December 2025): Confront the demons of Arat Prime -- birthplace of the ARKs -- in this full expansion that will directly connect the storylines of ARK Extinction and Genesis, leading into the events of ARK 2.

 

The past and future of ARK collide here. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to venture into the frost-shrouded mysteries of Arat Prime's gothic city, equipped with a significant head-start through exclusive cosmetics, versatile tames, innovative building tools, and a whole new way to evolve your Survivor! Start bringing the past and future of ARK together now with the Lost Colony Expansion Pass.

Available now on Steam and prepare for the Lost Colony.

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ARK: The Animated Series has arrived on Paramount+! When 21st century paleontologist Helena Walker (Madeleine Madden) finds herself resurrected on a mysterious primeval island populated by prehistoric beasts, she must learn to survive with new allies from throughout time, while trying to uncover the true nature of their strange new world.



Featuring a star-studded cast including Michelle Yeoh, Gerard Butler, Russell Crowe, David Tennant and Vin Diesel, ARK: The Animated Series is now streaming in the US and Canada. Coming to other countries with Paramount+ starting April 19th.



Aligning with the release of ARK: The Animated Series, we've now added two new free animated cosmetics to ARK: Survival Evolved!

Server owners may need to optionally update to version 358.24 to enable the additional cosmetics. Survivors may also need to respawn or 'Reset Default Survivor Items' in the options menu to grant the skins.

Login now to get your Animated T-Rex costume or Animated Dodo costume for your creatures!

Don't miss your chance to experience the ultimate dino adventure! Click the link below and start your ARK: Survival Ascended journey today!

But hurry, this dino-mite deal goes extinct soon! ⏳

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2399830/ARK_Survival_Ascended/

Respawn into a new dinosaur survival experience beyond your wildest dreams… as ARK is reimagined from the ground-up into the next-generation of videogame technology with Unreal Engine 5! You awake on a mysterious island, your senses overwhelmed by the blinding sunlight and brilliant colors bouncing off every surface around you, the azure waters of a verdant Island lapping at your bare feet. A deep roar echoes from the misty jungle, jolting you into action, and you stand up – not afraid, but intrigued. Are you ready to form a tribe, tame and breed hundreds of species of dinosaurs and other primeval creatures, explore, craft, build, and fight your way to the top of the food-chain? Your new world awaits… step through the looking-glass and join it!

• ARK: Survival Ascended has completely recreated and redesigned the artwork and worlds of ARK to take advantage of the latest in videogame technology, Unreal Engine 5, using high-end graphics features such as fully dynamic Global Illumination (“Lumen”), so that light bounces realistically of off surfaces and provides realistic reflections, and advanced mesh streaming (“Nanite”) of hundreds of millions of triangles for extreme detail.
  
  
• Advanced new physics systems such as dynamic water so that every creature creates waves, ripples, splashes, and bubbles as they move through fluids, and fully interactive physical foliage where every blade of grass, bush, and tree reacts to characters, explosions, projectiles, and physics objects. Knock down a tree, and see it crash into other trees and disturb all the foliage on its way down to smacking into the grass below! Detect an enemy moving sneakily through the grass as it shifts and sways in response to their presence. Demolish a building and watch the pieces break apart realistically, interacting with the grass and water as they fall.
  
  
  
  
• ARK: Survival Ascended includes access to all of ARK’s worlds, including Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, ARK Genesis Part 1, ARK Genesis Part 2, and more. The Island is released now, with the subsequent expansion worlds to be added at no additional cost on a regular basis.
  
  
• The definitive survival experience returns better than ever: design your Survivor, form a tribe, and tame, train, breed & ride dinosaurs within a living ecosystem. Watch your food, water, temperature, and weather patterns. Slowly expand outwards as you harvest, build structures, farm crops, customize your visual designs, and proceed to explore to uncover the true nature of The Island and the worlds beyond. 
  
  
• Thorough Quality of Life revamps in every area: redesigned User Interfaces, dynamic navigation for intelligent creature pathfinding, Wild Babies, Photo Mode, new Camera systems, new Map system, Tracking System, new Structures and Items, new Creatures, and much more.
  
  
  
  
• Cross-Platform Modding: Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-bowser directly within the game! Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time ever across gaming platforms!
  
  
• Cross-Platform Multiplayer: form your online tribe across different gaming platforms as you work together to survive and thrive on the ARK!
  
  
• Supports public online multiplayer for up to 70 players, private-session multiplayer for up to 8 players, and local split-screen for 4 players (Steam PC).

ARK: Survival Ascended is Available now!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2399830/ARK_Survival_Ascended/

You will feel the earth quake as titanic Dreadnoughtus makes its way to Extinction. This behemoth is sure to shake up some strategies and make your enemies tremble in fear. As we gear up for the release of ARK: Survival Ascended, our friends at the Official ARK Wiki are also working on some exciting updates and brand-new skins for the website!

We're looking forward to the week ahead, it's gonna be a fun one! 😉



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​Being an ARK survivor, it's probable that you've faced challenging situations, leading you to seek information about ARK's diverse game mechanics. Since 2016, the ARK wiki has functioned as an essential reference for countless players as they embark on their initial adventures on ARK. The extensive documentation, starting from the core gameplay to the expansions, presents a considerable undertaking. Even within our team, we've turned to it for guidance!

The ARK wiki is preparing to ascend as well! 




SKINS: ARK wiki has four new skins for survivors to peruse the wiki in style!

• The Island: a dark green theme
  
• Genesis Part 1: Blue theme
  
• Genesis Part 2: Purple theme
  
• Extinction: a light theme
  
• More skins are also in the works which will be inspired by the other DLCs.

• Become an Editor: Help improve the wiki! Wiki’s are most successful when many community members contribute content and validate information.
  
• Wiki’s are Worldwide: ARK players come from all around the world! We encourage non-English speakers to help make the ARK Wiki an even more valuable resource by contributing to the specific language wikis!
  
• Share Your Feedback: As always, we want to hear your thoughts. Anything you want to see the wiki add in the future? Let us know in the Official ARK wiki feedback thread.

http://ark.wiki.gg


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Creator: Phlinger Phoo
Phlinger goes on an epic search for poop, a medium crop plot, and dung beetles.


Creator: CHipZz
CHipZz attempts to beat Lost Island in 100 days without dying. Will he make it all the way to the Dinopithecus King?




Managarmr by BumpySlays22


Amazon and Kapro by Sai


Dimetrodon by Monster Encyclophedia 


Ark Utah Raptor by Shadow81


Rock Drake doodle by Lumiixi 


Untitled by Sumi


Parasaurolophus by PetitFlan




Screenshot by Yaldi


In search of adventures by coqui


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