Studio Wildcard has just unveiled Community Crunch 473 for Ark: Survival Ascended, packed with thrilling updates that have players buzzing. From development teases on upcoming maps to charity events and fresh creatures, this crunch delivers something for every survivor.
Lost Colony and Valguero Ascended Progress
Excitement is building as the team shares that work on Valguero Ascended and the intriguing Lost Colony is moving forward. These additions promise to expand the prehistoric world with new challenges and exploration opportunities, potentially shaking up base-building strategies and creature taming meta.
Extra Life Charity Event Kicks Off
The annual Extra Life event returns, blending fun with philanthropy. Starting October 31, 2025, survivors can enjoy community-favorite dino colors and bonus-granting Cake Slices. The event runs until November 10, 2025, with donations unlocking Dino TLC passes voted on by the community, rolling out through 2026. This could mean game-changing tweaks to your favorite beasts—get ready to vote and donate!
What's New with the Helicoprion?
A splashy new addition, the Helicoprion creature, has swam into Ark: Survival Ascended. This aquatic predator adds depth to underwater adventures, offering fresh taming possibilities and combat dynamics that savvy players will love exploiting in PvP scenarios.
Build Competition and Server Updates
Unleash your creativity in the ongoing build competition, with entries open until September 10, 2025. Voting phases follow, culminating in winners announced on September 26, 2025, snagging prizes like expansion passes. Meanwhile, temporary Expire servers are set for removal on September 1, 2025—act fast if you're on them!
Bonus rates are live on the Official Network until September 2, 2025, boosting harvesting and taming to help you stock up. Plus, a fix is in the works for a pesky Companion Mode transfer bug, ensuring smoother gameplay.
Community Spotlights Shine
Cross-platform mods get the spotlight, alongside fan art, video guides, and creative builds. These community contributions keep the game vibrant, inspiring new ways to survive and thrive in the wilds.
For full details, check the official ARK website.