Exciting times for Ark: Survival Ascended players as Studio Wildcard drops a fresh batch of community news, including a thrilling new creature reveal and ways to shape the game's future through votes and charity.
Megaraptor Joins the Fray
Dinosaur enthusiasts, get ready: the formidable Megaraptor is set to make its entrance on Valguero Ascended come September 30, 2025. This addition promises to shake up survival strategies, offering new taming challenges and combat dynamics that could redefine pack hunting in the wilds.
Vote in the Build Contest
Community creativity shines with the ongoing build template contest. Players can cast votes for standout designs that might become official in-game templates. Expect winners to be revealed on September 26, 2025, potentially inspiring your next base-building masterpiece in Ark: Survival Ascended.
Extra Life Charity Drive Heats Up
Join the Extra Life push to unlock creature TLC updates for 2026. Your donations and votes will decide which beasts get revamps, enhancing their roles in exploration and battles. It's a fun way to give back while influencing the game's evolution.
What's New with Server Events?
ARKpocalypse servers just got a fresh wipe, resetting the playing field for intense PvP action. Mark your calendars for the next one on October 17, 2025. Meanwhile, official servers are ramping up with bonus rates for harvesting, taming, and XP through September 22, perfect for grinding those levels.
Upcoming Creature Submissions and Events
A new submission event for Genesis Part 1 creatures is on the horizon, letting fans propose ideas for fresh additions. Plus, don't miss the Cake Slices event from October 31 to November 10, 2025, dishing out various in-game perks to sweeten your survival experience.
Quick tip: If you're using Companion Mode with Armadoggo or Veilwyn, exit it before server transfers to dodge any glitches. For full details, check the official Ark: Survival Ascended site.