What changed in ARK: Survival Evolved in 2021

Fjordhawk, a new creature, introduced with unique abilities including fetching and returning items.

Official servers will have a New Year event with gifts and increased chibi drop rates.

Introduction of Ranked Choice Voting for community creature votes to improve participation.

Voting is open for the next creature to be included in the upcoming free DLC map, Fjordur.

Launch of ARK: Ultimate Survivor Edition, including all expansions and improvements.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Opportunities to win ARK loot through donations and submissions.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Creature submissions will be closed on Monday at 6PM EST.

Special Evolution Event active from Dec 14 to Jan 6 with increased rates on Official Servers.

5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

ARK: Survival Evolved is available at 67% off the regular price.

Play ARK: Survival Evolved for free from now through Monday 12/20 at 10AM PST.

The first community map released for ARK: Survival Evolved featuring three new creatures.

Lost Island includes a creature chosen by the ARK community.

Introduction of new emotes including Santa Laugh, Caroling, Happy Clap, and Nutcracker Dance.

New festive items including Festive Dino Candy, Holiday Lights, Holiday Stocking, Holiday Tree, Gift Box, Snowman, and Wreath.

Special Evolution Event with increased XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates from December 14th to January 6th.

Winter Wonderland event begins on December 14th and lasts until January 6th, featuring RaptorClaus and GachaClaus.

Amargasaurus, Sinomacrops, and Dinopithecus are now available to tame on Lost Island.

Survivors can enjoy festive decorations and new items during the Winter Wonderland event.

Introduction of new Chibis including Animated TV Show Raptor, Sinomacrops, Dinopithecus, Amargasaurus, and Festive Noglin.

Explore the soaring heights and hidden depths of ARK's newest official community map, featuring three new creatures.

Addition of new skins including Full-body Santa Costume, Animated TV Show Parasaur Skin, and various Christmas-themed sweater and beanie skins.

Launch of the Lost Island community map featuring three new creatures and 150 square kilometers of new biomes.

Tamed Wyvern Resistance and Damage reduced by 20%.

Experience gain, taming, gathering have been quintupled compared to standard Official Servers (5x).

Cryopods are now enabled.

Tamed Stegosaurus Resistance reduced by 35%.

Reaper Queen added to the Valguero Aberration Zone.

Tribes are set to 25 players max and tribe alliances are disabled.

Classic PvP Season 5 launches on December 14th with Lost Island.

Tek dinos and all Aberration and Extinction content are unavailable on Classic PvP.

Servers have a maximum player count of 100.

No TEK Engrams and no cave building allowed.

Ongoing EVO event with increased rates until December 7th.

Breeding, hatching, and raising rates have been quadrupled compared to standard Official Servers (4x).

Tamed Quetzal Resistance reduced by 20%.

Scaling of weapon damage has been reduced.

Official Servers: 3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x; ARKPocalypse: 5x; Conquest: 4.5x.

Participate in a large-scale scavenger hunt for Super-Turkeys from November 23rd to December 7th.

Summon the DodoRex creature for a limited time during the event.

Craft new Turkey Costume and 3 Ugly Sweater skins using Super Turkey Wishbones.

Acquire new Chibi creatures: Deinonychus, Kaprosuchus, Onyc, Tek Raptor, and Gigantopithecus Chieftain.

The Lost Island free DLC map will be released on all platforms on December 14th, 2021.

ARK: Survival Evolved is fully functional on Steam Proton, supporting expansions, free maps, and mods.

Fjordur is a Nordic-inspired mod community map coming to all platforms as free DLC in June 2022.

Join the Extra Life stream on November 6th at 10am PDT to raise money for kids in need.

Small Tribe Servers now have 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding rates, among other changes.

Fear Evolved 5 is live from October 26th to November 9th with various bonuses.

ARKPocalypse now has 5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates, among other changes.

Conquest now has 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates, among other changes.

Official Servers now have 3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates, among other changes.

Introduction of DodoRex and DodoWyvern as untamable bosses along with various skeletal and ghost creatures.

Increased XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates for various server types during the event.

Annual Halloween event featuring new chibis, fashion, and event creatures from October 26th to November 9th.

Five new spooky themed chibis introduced: The Witching Owl, Ghost Direwolf, Ghost Basilisk, Ghost Rex, and Ghost Mantis.

New skins including Strawman and Skeleton costumes, and new emotes like Scare and Zombie Emote available via Cooking Pot recipes.

Fear Evolved 5 will run from October 26th until November 9th.

Balance changes aimed at improving PvP gameplay, focusing on chain-stuns and crowd control mechanics.

Amargasaurus and Dinopithecus will be added to the Lost Island map later this year.

Sinomacrops is introduced as a new creature with utility for players, including a secondary inventory and weight reduction.

Two new creatures are made breedable, with plans for more in the future.

An EVO event is active with 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, and XP until Monday the 11th.

An ARK Evolution Event is active until Monday the 4th with 2X Taming, 2X Harvesting, and 2X XP on all Official Servers.

Rolled out the optimized Dedicated Storage change to PlayStation.

An ARK Evolution Event is active until Monday the 27th with 3X Taming, 3X Harvesting, and 3X XP on all Official Servers.

Working on rolling out the optimized Dedicated Storage changes to Xbox next week.

Removed multiple stacks in dedicated storages; now displays a single item with adjusted quantity. 'Transfer All' function updated to ignore weight.

Evo Event active until Monday, 20th with 3X Taming, Harvesting, and XP on all Official Servers.

Future updates will allow players to withdraw 1, 5, or 10 items at a time from dedicated storages.

Optimized dedicated storage for performance improvements on dedicated servers, reducing memory usage significantly.

An ARK Evolution Event is active until Monday, the 13th with various EVO perks.

Hexagon bonuses are doubled during the event.

Taming speed is doubled during the event.

Harvesting resources is doubled during the event.

Breeding parameters including mating interval, egg hatch speed, imprint, and maturation are doubled.

Experience points gained are doubled during the event.

Full server transfers into Genesis Part II on Official Servers will be enabled on September 3rd.

First set of picks for the year announced, with applications open until October 5th.

A new map project that reworks many aspects of the game for a challenging survival adventure.

Active until Tuesday, the 7th with 2X Taming, Breeding, Harvesting, XP, and Hexagon Bonus.

A significant overhaul with challenges and a new tiered improvement system for creatures.

A new friendly pterosaur that can carry heavy loads and is protective once bonded.

An ARK Evolution Event is active until Monday, the 23rd with 2X Taming, 2X Harvesting, and 2X XP on all Official Servers.

The Evo Event is active until Monday, August 16th with 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, XP, and Hexagons.

Identified an issue that results in a crash when releasing tames from cryopods on Player Dedicated and clients on Win10.

Announcement that there will be no EVO event this weekend.

Announcement of a new creature submission process for the Lost Island map to be opened later this year.

An ARK: EVOLUTION EVENT is active from now through August 2nd with various perks including 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, and XP.

Dinopithecus is a new creature added to Lost Island, featuring pack-oriented behavior and unique abilities.

Beginner servers will be wiped clean on all platforms on Aug 6th at 1PM Pacific to provide a fresh experience for new players.

Amargasaurus is also making its grand appearance on Lost Island.

Announcement that there will be no EVO event during this weekend.

Vote for the creature you want to see in the upcoming free DLC map, Lost Island.

Console and PC players will now use the same bug reporting process to streamline bug identification.

A spreadsheet of enforcement actions resulting in tribe wipes will be shared with the community for transparency.

The Summer Bash event is winding down and will end on July 21st.

An ARK: EVOLUTION EVENT is active on all platforms until 7/21 as part of the Summer Bash event, offering various bonuses.

Small Tribe Servers: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Conquest: 4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Official Servers: 3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Fixed many unintended build zones on Genesis II map and other maps, with more to be addressed in future updates.

ARKPocalypse: 5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Submit your ideas for new creatures until July 23rd.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Active on all platforms with boosted rates for XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding.

Join in on the fun from June 30th to July 14th for boosted rates, new skins, new chibis, and more!

3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Maewing, Spacedolphin, Voidwyrm, and others added.

The annual Summer Bash event is live from June 30th to July 14th.

Inflatable T-Rex costume and various Hawaiian shirt patterns added.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Hula Dance, Flip In Place, and other emotes added.

5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

The Summer Bash event will run from June 30th to July 14th, featuring various activities and bonuses.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval; 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

A new 150 sq. kilometer map featuring diverse biomes and challenges.

Active from now through June 28th with 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, and XP.

Clarified rules regarding blocking access to important resources.

Amargasaurus titanicus, a unique sauropod with thermal spines, introduced.

Includes Inflatable T-Rex costume and various Hawaiian shirt patterns.

5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Active from now through June 21st with 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, and XP.

Maewing, Spacedolphin, Voidwyrm, and others.

3x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and 4x Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

4.5x XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding; 0.5x Mating Interval, 1.5x Hexagon Bonus.

Hula Dance, Flip In Place, and several others.

Continuing to support the live-game with quality-of-life additions, TLC patches, updates, and bug fixes.

An ARK: EVOLUTION EVENT is active on all platforms from now through June 14th, with 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, and XP.

The team will tap into community talent for another community map to bring into the official fold later in the year.

The final part of the ARK saga has been launched.

The ARK: Ultimate Survivor Edition is currently on sale.

Community content creators are giving out codes for free plushies.

Completes the eons-spanning story of ARK: Survival Evolved with new challenges and environments.

Engaging missions offered by HLN-A that provide map-wide bonuses and Hexagons.

New creatures like Noglins, Stryders, Maewing, and Astrodelphis introduced.

New biomes including elysian fields and Rockwell's innards with unique hazards and resources.

New tools including remote cameras, Hoversail, Incubator, and Tek Bow.

The team is preparing for the Genesis 2 launch on June 2nd.

Includes mating interval, egg hatch speed, imprint, and maturation.

Active from now through 1PM Pacific June 1st with various bonuses.

A mechanical sentry that reacts aggressively to interlopers.

A system to secure bases, allowing commands, viewing, and communication from a remote location.

Genesis 2 is set to be released on June 2nd.

New versions of many previous expansions' creatures will be making a reappearance.

The definitive edition of the ARK franchise is now available with discounts up to 80%.

A new net projectile can be used with a harpoon to net larger creatures.

A new item that creates an impact area covered in flames.

The release of Genesis Part 2 has been delayed to June 2.

A new creature, the Astrodelphis, has been introduced, featuring a Starwing Saddle that allows it to function as a sentient spacecraft.

An ARK: EVOLUTION EVENT is active from now through May 24th, featuring 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, XP, and a 1.5 Hexagon Bonus.

Key art for ARK: Genesis Part 2 has been released, showcasing the expansion's theme.

The launch of ARK: Genesis Part 2 has been delayed by one week to June 2nd.

New creature Astrodelphis, also known as Space Dolphins, introduced with unique traits and capabilities.

The main theme music for ARK: Genesis Part 2 has been revealed.

The Federation issue TEK bow materializes any arrow instantly and uses electromagnetism to shoot them at blinding velocities.

Stryders can be found patrolling the colony ship with various components offering defense, offense, and utility.

An ARK: EVOLUTION EVENT is active from now through May 17th, featuring 2X Breeding, Taming, Harvesting, XP, and a 1.5 Hexagon Bonus.

A new vehicle for skimming the skies and performing tricks.

Mod makes previously untamable creatures tameable with new AI and mechanics.

A versatile weapon that can function as a phaser, taser, or laser.

Automatically fills nearby turrets with all varieties of ammunition.

Special Evolution Event with 2x rewards active from April 30 to May 3.

Players can now use a canoe for fishing and storing consumables.

Updated rules for Small Tribes to prevent shared defenses.

A new weapon that can be used in stationary mode for improved accuracy.

Introducing Noglin, capable of controlling enemy creatures and players.

Expand your gardening possibilities with the Federation Crop Plot that allows you to raise harvestable plants just about anywhere!

There will be no EVO event this weekend.

Introducing the Shadowmane, known for its lightning-fast chain-teleport strike.

Store your equipment on Loadout Mannequins for quick gear visualization and full equipment swaps.

A mechanical device that cooks eggs to perfection and reduces the amount of attention required for incubation.

The Eggcellent Adventure event has been extended until April 19th, with no EVO event while it is live.

Engineered to be the ultimate interstellar wet nurse and surrogate parent, the Maewing can automatically take care of your babies and steal enemy offspring.

A new vehicle that allows players to change the tide of battle, enjoy an aerial view, or manage their base.

New guidelines for submitting evidence for teaming reports to improve enforcement efficiency.

New rules implemented for Small Tribes servers to enhance gameplay experience and enforcement.

The Eggcellent Adventure is now live on all platforms and will end on April 13th.

The Ice Cave on The Center can only house one tribe.

Players are advised not to block the underground pathways in the Valguero underground area.

There will be no EVO event while the Eggcellent Adventure is live.

Five new chibis introduced during the event.

From March 31st to April 14th, players can find Bunny Dodos and Bunny Oviraptors to gather Bunny Eggs for special loot.

A new bunny tail skin is available for crafting.

XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates are increased for Small Tribe Servers during the event.

New colors available for wild event creatures.

Festive Dino Candy item introduced for the event.

A new emote, Tail Wiggle, has been added.

XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates are increased for Classic Servers during the event.

XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates are increased for Official Servers during the event.

From March 31st to April 14th, gather Bunny Eggs and enjoy special loot.

A new bunny tail skin is available for crafting during the Eggcellent Adventure event.

A new emote, Tail Wiggle, is introduced for players to use.

Bunny Egg item introduced for the event.

Various server types have increased XP, harvesting, taming, and breeding rates.

XP, Harvesting, Taming, and Breeding rates are increased for Classic 2 Servers during the event.

Wild Bunny Dodos and Bunny Oviraptors can be found during the event.

Five new chibis introduced: Easter Jerboa, Easter Chick, Thorny Dragon, Achatina, and X-Sabertooth.

Includes increased mating interval, egg hatch speed, imprint, and maturation rates.

Survivors will receive a special Evolution Event perk active from March 12th to March 15th, providing 2x Breeding benefits.

New mods including Fjördur, MarniiMods: Hairstyles, Glacius, and Prehistoric Beasts added to the sponsored mod program.

Announcement that there will be no EVO event this weekend.

Expanded and updated rules to combat teaming in Small Tribes to preserve the original gameplay experience.

Corrupted dino damage against all structures on PvE has been disabled to prevent disruptive gameplay.

Updated world barriers to destroy anything outside of the world border.

Completely moved to an in-network solution for better control and reliability.

Added additional hardware and software solutions for better DDoS protection.

Implemented a system to destroy projectiles fired inside the mesh before impact.

Players can no longer jump on a zipline to exploit small holes.

Eliminated server calculations for placing structures and optimized demolishing processes.

Special Evolution Event active until February 25th, granting 2X XP on all Official Servers.

Addressed serious problems leading to item and character loss with a quick fix and long-term upgrades.

Love Evolved is live from February 11th - February 18th, featuring new skins, chibis, and 3x rates.

Updated Navigation Bar under Support to include a guide for recording videos for support tickets.

ARK is on sale for up to 80% off during the Lunar New Year.

Ongoing EVO Event from February 11th - February 18th with 3X Breeding, XP, Harvesting, and Taming.

Added Box o' Chocolates and Valentines Dino Candy as new items.

From February 11th to February 18th, ARK will host the Love Evolved 2 event featuring Valentines Coelacanth and special rewards.

Breeding, taming, player XP, and harvesting rates increased to 3x during the event.

Introduced new wild event creature colors: Lavender, Cream, MediumLavender, Peach, DeepPink, LightPink, Dark Red.

Introduced new skins including Valentines inspired shield skin and sunglasses skin.

Added new chibi creatures: Crystal Wyvern, Mesopithecus, Otter, Enforcer, and Velonasaur.

Introduced a new Flirty Emote for players.

Announced that there will be no EVO event this week, with the next one scheduled for February 11th.

Reported a total of 732 bans this week and discussed average deaths per server.

Tamed Quetzal Resistance reduced by 20%.

Tamed Wyvern Damage reduced by 20%.

Season 4 kicks off on Friday 2/5/21 at 10 AM PST / 1 PM EST.

Tamed Stegosaurus Resistance reduced by 35%.

Tamed Wyvern Resistance reduced by 20%.

There will be no EVO event this week.

The Fan Art section has been renamed to 'Community Corner' to include a variety of community content.

Overall deaths by four wild dino types have reduced by 14.9% compared to last week.