Exciting times for survivors in Ark: Survival Ascended! The latest Community Crunch brings a pack of updates, from a fierce new creature debut to charity efforts that could reshape dino gameplay. Let's break down what this means for your next adventure.
Deinonychus Claws Its Way Into the Game
The agile Deinonychus is set to pounce into Ark: Survival Ascended alongside the Valguero Ascended map launch. This raptor-like beast promises to add a thrilling edge to pack hunting and traversal, with abilities that could make it a go-to tame for aggressive playstyles. Imagine leaping onto larger foes or coordinating bleeds with your tribe – it might just redefine mid-game strategies.
Extra Life Charity: Unlock Dino Upgrades Through Giving
Studio Wildcard is rallying the community for Extra Life, where donations could unlock Dino TLC passes next year. Hitting funding milestones means enhanced creature behaviors and visuals, directly benefiting everyone. It's a win-win: support a great cause and evolve your favorite dinos. As a player, I love how this ties real-world impact to in-game improvements.
How Can I Get Involved in Extra Life?
Join the drive by donating through official channels – every bit helps toward those TLC unlocks. Check the official site for details on participation and rewards.
Creature Submissions Open for Genesis Part 1
Got a wild idea for a new creature? Submissions are now open for Genesis Part 1, with guidelines emphasizing unique abilities, balanced stats, and thematic fit. Winners get their design immortalized in the game, so polish those concepts! This community-driven approach keeps Ark: Survival Ascended fresh and player-inspired.
Build Competition: Showcase Your Structures
A new building contest invites creators to submit epic structures, with top entries becoming official in-game templates. Entries recently opened, and voting kicks off soon on Discord. Winners announced later this month – this is your shot to leave a permanent mark on the ARK world. Pro tip: Focus on functionality and flair to stand out.
What's New in ARK Events?
Don't miss the ongoing weekend bonus rates for boosted harvesting and XP until early September. Plus, mark your calendars for a festive in-game event featuring Cake Slices with taming and breeding perks from late October to early November. A quick heads-up: Avoid transferring with companions in Companion Mode to prevent glitches.
Community spotlights shine on fan art and tutorials, proving the ARK fam's creativity knows no bounds. For full details, head to the official ARK website.