ARK: Survival Ascended introduces a fresh update predominantly focusing on refining maps and resolving bugs, setting the stage for the forthcoming Scorched Earth DLC release. The Scorched Earth expansion, initially launched for Survival Evolved in 2016, delivered a new level highly praised by players. This desert-themed DLC not only introduced a new boss, 12 creatures, and 60 engrams but also brings the Frontier Adventure pack to Survival Ascended, offering players Wild West-inspired items like outfits and accessories.
The recent update for ARK: Survival Ascended not only optimizes file sizes for future downloads but also enhances human character creation. The update simplifies certain aspects of this process, making it easier to create animations and assets for characters. Fans will notice slight changes in female character proportions, adjustable using the improved Scissor tool. Moreover, the update addresses various bugs and map issues.
Despite delays, the Scorched Earth release for ARK: Survival Ascended is still on track for a late March debut. The expansion, originally planned to launch alongside the game, will introduce new creatures like the Fasolasuchus, enriching the game's dinosaur roster. The game's anticipated remaster faced delays but holds promise with an Unreal Engine 5 overhaul and the upcoming Scorched Earth expansion.
Studio Wildcard confirms that all future DLC maps for Survival Ascended will be free, including popular expansions like The Center, Aberration, and Ragnarok. In addition to remastered content, Survival Ascended boasts improved graphics and upgraded dinosaur AI.
ARK: Survival Ascended v36.8 Update Patch Notes
- Enhancements to character model pipeline for armors, weapons, and animations, streamlining asset creation.
- Scissors tool upgrade allows players to modify appearances conveniently, similar to initial character creation.
- Love Ascended assets integrated into the base game for optional mod disabling.
- Several server crashes and exploits resolved.
- Various map fixes, including landscape object alignments and cave lighting corrections.
- Bug fixes addressing saddle clipping, character animations, and structure issues.