The War Servers trivia feature is live! Answer in-game with /t, earn 1 point per correct answer, and save 5 points to claim a custom color region on any tamed dino. Watch the leaderboard to see who comes out on top.

Summer Bash is now live on War Servers, bringing the beach-party chaos, bright event colors, festive cosmetics, and summer-themed fun to the cluster. Get out there, hunt those event colors, show off your best summer builds, and enjoy the seasonal event across the servers. The event is being applied now, so jump in and start celebrating.

Genesis 1 has officially arrived on the War Servers, opening a fresh start inside the simulation with new biomes, missions, and creatures. With dino and item transfers disabled, everyone will be building up from the ground and earning their place on the map. Take on the mission grind, push for better times, and compete against other survivors on the Genesis mission leaderboards as the cluster expands into its next chapter.

Alpha King Titan dies on War Servers this Saturday, June 20th at 10 PM CST, We will be hosting one of the biggest boss fights on the cluster on Extinction. Everyone is invited to join the battle—come early if you want to help with the normal Titan kills before the main event begins. Get your gear ready, prep your dinos, and make sure your tribe is prepared!

The ARK Birthday Bash is now live across the War Servers cluster, bringing festive event colors, birthday decorations, and special surprises to every map. Jump in, celebrate with your tribe, and enjoy the party while the event is active!

Eggcellent Ascended arrives across the cluster on March 29th, bringing vibrant event colors, seasonal crafts, and festive surprises to every map. Get ready to hunt unique dinos and enjoy the event—make sure your tribe is prepared! Note: Astraeos transfers will open with this update.

Survivors can now travel to a brand-new environment filled with breathtaking landscapes, ancient structures, and endless opportunities to explore, build, and create together. Astraeos joins the War Servers as a PvE map with item and dino transfers disabled, offering a fresh start and a new world to experience from the ground up.

Love Ascended floats through War Cluster on February 1st, bringing event-exclusive skins, themed cosmetics, and vibrant seasonal dino colors across all maps. Survivors can hunt limited-time rewards, customize their characters and creatures, and enjoy the unique atmosphere that only Love Ascended delivers. The event is temporary, so take advantage of the colors and cosmetics while they’re available before the season fades.

We will be opening a temporary PvE Island on Saturday, January 3, for a coordinated Tek Cave (Overseer) run starting at 9:00 PM CT. All members are welcome to participate and complete their Island ascension together. After the Tek Cave is complete, we will also be running all three Island bosses on Alpha difficulty for anyone who would like to stick around and continue the event.

Access:
The Island will be password-protected when you search for it in the transfer window.
Password: binocs

Duration:
The event map will be live all day Saturday for preparation and transfers, and will close Sunday evening.

Reminder: Please ensure you transfer off the map with all characters, tames, and items before shutdown.
Good luck, and we’ll see you in the Tek Cave.

Winter Wonderland arrives Monday, bringing blizzards, Raptor Claus, festive loot drops, and the kind of seasonal mayhem only War Servers can deliver. Get ready for limited-time rewards, nightly present hunts, and a full dose of holiday chaos across the cluster. Winter is coming - Be Prepared!

The Turkey Trial has officially descended upon the War Servers, bringing chaos, laughter, and a flock of unusually aggressive turkeys ready to challenge even the toughest survivors. These feathered beasts aren’t just for show — they carry rare loot, event resources, and exclusive Thanksgiving cosmetics for anyone brave enough to take them down. Explore the maps, hunt the supercharged poultry, and craft limited-time holiday items while they last. The spirit of Thanksgiving has arrived… just don’t underestimate the turkeys.

Fear Ascended is going live across the cluster today with spooky vibes, moonlit nights, and holiday-themed surprises lurking around every corner. Beware the return of the Dodo Wyvern, a monstrous beast whose defeat rewards those brave enough to face it. Expect eerie skies, glowing pumpkins, and a haunting atmosphere that will transform every base into a scene from a nightmare. Rally your tribe, sharpen your blades, and prepare to conquer the darkness—Fear Ascended has officially begun on War Servers!

Valguero has arrived! We’re opening with PvE for 1 month so everyone can explore, build, and get established—then we flip to PvP on Nov 7 (~9:00 PM CST). Use this window to prep your base and gear up… doomsday is coming. Full details <a href="https://warservers.ddns.net/valguero_flip.php">here</a>.

Survivors, we need just a little more time to get things right. Valguero Ascended and Fantastic Tames: Elderclaw have been delayed by one week, and will now launch on October 7th as the team focuses on final polish and stability. We know waiting is tough, and we appreciate your patience as we work to deliver the best experience possible and set the stage for an unforgettable return to Valguero.

Get ready for ASA’s biggest expansion yet! Lost Colony launches December 16th and brings a wave of new content to the cluster. Discover exotic creatures to tame, craft powerful new “Cursed” gear, and expand your playstyle with unique ability trees. With advanced building systems and dangerous new environments to conquer, Lost Colony is set to transform the way we play ARK. Mark your calendars—this is one you won’t want to miss!

Time is running out—Summer Bash 2025 ends Monday, September 1st. Spend every Popsicle you’ve got and grab the event-only skins, chibis, and emotes before they vanish. Found in the smithy. Don’t wait—once the sun sets on Summer Bash, it’s gone until next year.

We’ll be opening a temporary PvE Island for an event on Saturday, August 23 at 9:00 PM CT for a coordinated run of the Tek Cave (Overseer). All members are welcome to join and complete their Island ascension together.

Access: The Island will be password-protected. "binocs"

Duration: The event server will be opening mid day Saturday for preparations and shut down early Sunday morning.

Reminder: Please transfer off with all belongings before shutdown.
Thank you for your participation.

Thaloria has been a temporary map and will be removed on September 30.
We’ll continue to evaluate and rotate in additional limited-time modded maps for the cluster in the future.
Thank you for your support and understanding.

Launch date: Sept 30
Phase 1 (Weeks 1–3): PvE, transfers disabled (no items/dinos into Valguero)
Phase 2 (Week 4): PvE, transfers enabled (items/dinos allowed)
Phase 3 (Final) After Week 4: Map switches to PvP