Community Crunch 427: Extinction Release, Major Post-Launch Update and More!

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Emerging from the adrenaline of Aberration Ascended, we’re eager to announce the next thrilling chapter in the Ascended saga: Extinction Ascended, launching December 16th! Whether you’re a veteran or new player, Extinction is where the ARK story reaches its climactic battle for survival. Set in a ruined Earth overrun by titanic creatures, survivors must scavenge, build, and tame powerful allies to face the ultimate challenge – the colossal Titans. Get ready for the fight of your life in this vast post-apocalyptic world.

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Also coming December 16th is the final installment of Bob’s Tall Tales: Wasteland War. This post-apocalyptic adventure is filled with high-octane, Titan-slaying, Tribe-celebrating madness! Explore the wastes using new modular-built battle-cars, or redecorate your base to be a ramshackle outpost. Clash with rival Tribes in a battle for dominance using new territorial-ownership structures, or search for lost Tek Traits to further upgrade your weapons with the help of your own goodest pup. This is the ultimate test of survival in the vast wastelands of Extinction!

Joining the fray is the latest community-voted creature, Dreadnoughtus, a true titan-killer. This massive beast lives up to its name, taking on only the biggest threats. With a platform saddle large enough to carry your artillery and the ability to spit acid-coated projectiles, the Dreadnoughtus will be your ultimate ally for taking on the Titans of Extinction.

We can’t wait for you to experience Extinction Ascended and the chaos of Wasteland War. Mark your calendars for December 16th—it’s time to gear up and bring the fight to the wastes!

 


 

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A major version update is set to roll out next week, packed with key crash fixes, bug squashes, and several quality-of-life improvements. This update aims to resolve issues affecting gameplay stability, enhance performance across all platforms, and also includes a slew of content fixes. Thank you for your valuable reports, and we’ll continue to iterate on more so stay posted for more updates and fixes coming soon! 

 

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We’re excited to announce an upcoming overhaul to the custom cosmetic system. Our goal is to make it more streamlined and intuitive, allowing for easier navigation and quicker access to your favorite items. This update will roll out in the near future, so keep an eye out for more details soon!

 

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An AMD beta driver is now available that fixes the loading crash in Aberration. The official release is coming soon, but you can download the beta driver early from AMD using this link.

 


 

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This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, September 23.

  • PVP/PVE: 2x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience, and Breeding
  • Small Tribes: 4.5x Harvesting, Taming, and Experience + 4x Breeding
  • ARKpocalypse: 5x Harvesting, Taming and Experience, and Breeding

 


 

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Creator: NOOBLETS

In this Ark Robot guide, Nooblets will show you how to use Sir-5rM8, the jobs it can do for you, and how to program it.

 

Creator: Etholdir

Eltholdir builds a Steampunk-inspired starter base on Aberration!

 

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I’ll fly anywhere for my master! by @rianeko_mabi

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Showing some love to rock drakes by @SLAPunque

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Aberration map has a special place in my heart by @Daddy_Toffee

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Me and my partner’s Wyverns on ARK by fabowo6

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Feathers! Feathers! Feathers!! by @falco_luna

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Forced into Hiding by sturthepotofmadness

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Cosmo is cute by @farna77

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Photo Mode by masonhoffy

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Twins Remastered by tkgoji230

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Glow of the Mushroom by mason_wolo

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First attempt at a Steampunk build by @AaronLongstaff1

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He’s a distinguished gentleman by yuki95b

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Enjoy your weekend!
Studio Wildcard

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