Right now, bonus rates are cranking up the action—2x on official servers, 4.5x on small tribes, and 5x on conquest—perfect for grinding resources or taming before it wraps on October 27, 2025. These multipliers make forging your path through the open world feel more rewarding, especially if you're building bases or experimenting with sci-fi survival builds.
Server Sunsets and Temporary Havens
Inactive official servers on The Island map are getting sunset on December 8, 2025, to streamline the network. Until then, temporary 'Expire' servers offer a grace period for transferring your progress, ensuring you don't lose your hard-earned tames or structures mid-adventure.
When Does the Community Creature Vote End?
The second round of voting for Genesis Part 1's new creature closes on November 7, 2025. Your votes shape the game's lore, introducing beasts that could uncover new mysteries or alter taming strategies in this RPG-infused survival simulator.
Extra Life Charity Push
The Extra Life campaign has already raised over $50,000, with donations letting you vote on creature TLCs—upgrades that enhance animations, abilities, and world-building depth. It's a chance to influence Ark: Survival Ascended's evolution while supporting a good cause, blending community input with narrative progression.
These updates keep the adventure fresh, inviting you to delve deeper into a world of science fiction survival and endless possibilities.