Exciting times for survivors in Ark: Survival Ascended! The remastered Valguero map has just launched, bringing a fresh coat of Unreal Engine 5 polish to this beloved environment. Packed with new tames and a fearsome boss, this update is set to shake up your dino-taming strategies.
Valguero Ascended: A Remastered Playground
Players can now explore the revamped Valguero, complete with stunning visual upgrades and dynamic creature encounters. This map expansion invites you to build, survive, and conquer in ways that feel brand new, even for veteran tamers.
What's New in Ark: Survival Ascended?
The highlight is undoubtedly the array of fresh creatures ready for taming. Get ready to add the agile Megaraptor, fierce Deinonychus, sturdy Ice Golem, and mystical Chalk Golem to your arsenal. These additions could totally revamp your base defense and exploration tactics.
Elderclaw Enters the Fray
As part of the Fantastic Tames lineup, the Elderclaw is now available for those with the Lost Colony Expansion Pass. This powerful creature promises to be a game-changer in combat, with abilities that might just give you the edge in tough raids. If you don't have the pass, keep an eye out—it'll be purchasable standalone soon.
New Challenges and Memorial Touches
Face off against the formidable Grendel in an epic boss battle that tests your skills and teamwork. Plus, interact with the Valguero Memorial for a nod to the game's history, adding a layer of community spirit to your adventures.
Gameplay Tweaks and Bug Squashes
This update isn't just about new content—Studio Wildcard has fine-tuned several mechanics for smoother play. From enabling baby spawns for various species to improving structure placement with tools like the Clipboard and Hammer, building your empire just got easier.
- Increased range for placing structure skins, perfect for customizing massive bases.
- Bola now shows a protection icon, clarifying its defensive perks.
- Deinosuchus bleed effect skipped on bosses, balancing high-level fights.
- Spring Drakeling's health regen pauses during damage, adding strategic depth.
- Shoulder pets won't drop accidentally anymore.
On the fix side, issues like tames falling through the ground in single-player, FPS drops from training dummies, and visual glitches on items have been addressed. Even mini-games in Club ARK got some love, with smoother mechanics in Whac-A-Dodo and other activities.
These changes make Ark: Survival Ascended feel more polished and player-friendly. Whether you're taming the new Elderclaw or battling Grendel, this update boosts the thrill of survival. For full details, check the official Studio Wildcard site.