Things are about to get a little crispy on Astraeos.
On August 26, the final update to Astraeos arrives, and charging headfirst into the fray is the Boaratos, a fiery new bruiser that's happiest when things get up close, and preferably a little singed.
Built to stand tusk-to-toe with some of the toughest creatures on the ARKs, this hot-headed hog combines raw physical strength with fiery attacks and a knack for leaving its enemies bleeding, making it a must-have companion when facing particularly formidable opponents.
But when there's no battle to be fought, those smoldering talents can still earn their keep around your tribe. Trees have a curious tendency to end up a little more... charred before the Boaratos brings them crashing down.
And should you ever find yourself on the winning side of a fight with a Boaratos, let's just say the spoils might be best enjoyed around the breakfast table with a side of eggs.
No matter what, Astraeos is going whole hog for its final update!
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Download & play new custom content created by players, including new maps, creatures, items, and game modes, through a dedicated new Mod-browser directly within the game. Enjoy an endless stream of new ARK content as the creativity and talent of the community is fully unleashed for the first time across gaming platforms and stay tuned as we spotlight more Cross-Platform Mods each week!
This video features:
- Showcase Storage Skins by Kokoukohiro
- Forglar Part II by SnowyTrain
- Kawaii Sweet Structures by Kawaii_Creator
- Bathroom Clutter Evolved by Faine
- Ocean Platforms Catalogue - Custom Cosmetic by Fernandess, Dani_FM
- Wyrm Cosmetic by TheCleanSlate
- TyrannosaurusGoose by Nekatus_Modding
- Cliffans CC: Bionic Cosmo Cosmetic by Cliffan_
- Untitled by Scorching_Kami
- Bjarnheim by Nekatus_Modding
- Paleo ARK - Evolution | Apex Predators by Team Paleo ARK
Transfers on Genesis Ascended Part 1 Official servers will open on September 4th, allowing players to move items, creatures, and characters onto the map without restriction! We've also aligned the timing with the Genesis Part 1 Expires servers, giving players a couple of weeks to move everything over before those servers close on September 18th.
And as always, don't forget to pack your Dodos in bubble wrap, Survivors!
Conquest, introduced to ARK: Survival Ascended by Snail Games, focuses on large-scale PvP, with increased rates, and other changes listed below. The increased rates will allow tribes to set up and establish themselves quickly and enable them to rebuild after potential losses instead of being wiped completely.
The official Conquest servers are open for PC, Xbox and PlayStation.
If you need any support during the Conquest season, join the Conquest Enforcement's Discord.
- Conquest Season 8 details:
- Total of 18 maps, all Genesis Part 1
- Cluster A: 12 servers that had transfers enabled with Classic before they shut down.
- Cluster B: 6 servers with transfers only enabled between those 6 servers for 2 weeks. Transfers between Cluster A and Cluster B will open on July 17th at 10 AM PT.
This weekend, the Official Network will be receiving bonus rates! It will be active until Monday, August 17.
- 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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ASA Mod Jam 2026 – Finalist Mods Are Live!
We’re constantly blown away by the creativity of the ARK modding community, especially when players create new opportunities for fellow creators. That spirit is behind the independently run ASA Mod Jam 2026: Build the Future.
Organized by Sandi Studios and CurseForge, this eight-week gauntlet kicks off on May 15th. It challenges solo devs and duos to build brand-new mods from scratch using the official ARK DevKit, with prizes on the line.
The Top 13 finalist mods are now available!
Explore these community-created mods available for you to try. You can easily find all of them in the in-game mod browser by searching for #ASAModJam2026.
- Bridges Ascended by Mobevents
- Corruption Unbound by Dooms Dahling & Scorching_Kami
- Engram Fragmentation by Shefski
- Extinction Overgrowth by Powerpoof
- Extraction Protocol by Bruno
- Fera’s TLCs: Megalania by fera_spielt
- Hyperion by Crane
- The Obolus Project by Nokosa
- Reforged Arsenal by Hacki_van_Bane
- Rustfall by Yutay
- The Wall by IIvan
- Vorath: Aquadomes by Trixt3r & Shinygati
- Whimsical Farming by Lordan_Lafluer & Cliffan
Try out the mods, share your thoughts in the comments, and give them a thumbs up in-game if you enjoy them. Your feedback will assist the judges during the evaluation period from August 2 to August 17.
The winners will be announced on August 21st!
Thank you to all the talented creators who participated—this year's quality has been amazing!
Creator: Syntac
Syntac experiments with the Supercephalosornis Lab Station to genetically alter his own powerhouse!
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Creator: Chasun_
Chasun creates a beautiful base that is ideal for all your starting needs!
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Do you still remember the first stolen Wyvern Egg? by @TZULIN_
WONDERLAND by @falco_luna
Gimme elements! Gimme! Gimme! by @zondeeee730
Tidepup by @kinosei_x2
Bulbdog by Lyly29
Little drawing of my favourite reaper of mine, Lucer by lohegrina
My character with my 3 favorite dinos by koelium
Photo Mode by repo24
You've earned your place in my memory, brother. Until we cross paths again in the wild. by onlyquartz
Drakeling by akarimmu
Named him Hephaestus by anhagath
Photo Mode by brini2715.
Enjoy your weekend!
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