Community Crunch 395: Love Evolved, Mod Spotlight, Bonus Rates, and More!

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In this video, a Survivor encounters a surprise User-Created Cosmetic Costume dynamically added onto any server, including official servers…. and then, journey into the brave new world of Total Conversions using the new Mod game framework, which enables nearly anything that Unreal Engine can do to be released as a cross-platform Mod. We’ve a created a quick example to show one way to use it.

And then next up, the Mod Spotlight features basic examples of player-created Custom Structures which as of next week can be dynamically added onto any server, including Official Servers, allowing infinite functionality and visual variety. Finally, onto the Cross-Platform Mods released this week!

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Can you feel the love in the air? Love Evolved is set to sweep ARK survivors off their feet with an array of enchanting new treats and delights. This love-filled event, celebrating Valentine’s Day, kicks off on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, and will continue to spread joy and affection until Tuesday, February 20, 2024, on Official Servers.  We’ll have the full event details in the Community Crunch next week!

 


 

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Are you interested in modding for ARK? Here’s your chance to dive in! Our seasoned modding expert, Garuga123will guide you through the creative process of making a new character – from animations to physics. This three part series will start on Saturday, February 3rd, at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Pacific and continue every other week at the same time.

Bring your questions, enthusiasm, and a thirst for knowledge as we embark on this modding journey together. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from one of our most popular modding members.

  • Session 1
    • February 3rd, 10 AM – 12PM Pacific
    • Visual elements – starting a new character, setting up the animations, mesh, physics, etc.
  • Session 2
    • February 17th, 10 AM – 12 PM Pacific
    • Blueprinting – setting up the actual character BPs
  • Session 3
    • March 2nd, 10 AM – 12 PM Pacific
    • Going Live – getting the mod prepped, testing issues, uploading, etc.

Watch on Garuga or on SurvivetheArk‘s Twitch channels!

 


 

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This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, February 5th.

  • PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, Experience, and Breeding
  • Small Tribes: 4x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 3.5x Breeding
  • ARKpocalypse: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience + 4.5x Breeding

 


 

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Fan Art Gallery | Screenshot Gallery | Artist Feedback Form

Help us discover your talent by tagging your art with #ARKPhotoMode or #ARKFanart on social media!

 

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Creator: I BARDEN I

Visit The Island’s own Minas Tirith. This build by Barden Builds is an absolute must-see!

 

Creator: TekARK_01

Check out the stunning evolution of TekARK_01’s artwork over the years!

 

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Pair of Drakes by Rackiera

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A curious visitor by Umbra-Daiwrfol

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Fan Art by bluntscissors147

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In the tree tops by EchidnaQuills

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Ark 2, desmodus encounter! by @StudiosGoji

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Hey, everyone, you’re still using me, right? by @falco_luna

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A little parasaur by @Hinna_Otter

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Sunset by soittoday

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Something is out there! by scotty73

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Pego in the wild by nemesisstar

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Good night with a little fantastic photo by @enjoy_toubyou

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Level up Argentavis! by @hamubarg

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Enjoy your weekend!
Studio Wildcard

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Written by: Studio Wildcard