ARK: Aquatica, Pre-Release Dip
ARK: Survival Evolved 2025-07-15 02:05:32
ARK: Aquatica release is upon us!
[p]With the impending release, we wanted to provide some answers and information to the community that have come up over the past few days. Make sure to join the [url="https://discord.gg/j94kU6Dn6Q"]Discord[/url] for more information and join the rest of the community![/p][p][/p]Official Server Support
- [p]Official Servers will be available and supported through the end of 2025, with the possibility of extension[/p][/*]
- [p]Small Tribe Official Servers will also be launching alongside standard ones[/p][/*]
- [p]Official support will only be for the Aquatica DLC map[/p][/*]
- [p]Regular PVP servers will have transfers available immediately upon release.[/p][/*]
- [p]Game version will also be updated to the live ASE version.[/p][/*]
- [p]DLC and Game servers live starting 7/15, Tuesday at 10AM PST [/p][/*]
Modding and Developer Kit Update
[p]To support ARK: Aquatica's expanded engine capabilities, we’ve updated the game's memory and shader systems. This may require some mods to be recompiled.[/p]- [p]A new DevKit will be released in the coming weeks[/p][/*]
- [p]This will allow creators to update and optimize their mods for compatibility. [/p][/*]
It is our priority to ensure the modding community - which has kept the ASE system going for over 10 years - is supported and celebrated.
[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p]Pricing and Launch Discount
[p]ARK: Aquatica will have an introductory launch sale for a limited time![/p]- [p]Base Price: $14.99[/p][/*]
- [p]Introductory Launch Sale: 40% off — available for $8.99 for a limited time only [/p][/*]
Community Events
[p]Yes, community events will be going on for ARK: Aquatica, here are a few listed events to look forward to, with more information releasing soon![/p][p][/p]Aquatica Building Contest
- [p]Show off your best underwater base-building skills. Submit on Steam Discussions, make sure to link your steam post in Discord, in a specified channel.[/p][/*]
- [p]Top 3 winners each week receive Steam Gift Cards ($100,$50,$25)[/p][/*]
- [p]First place winners will also receive an Aquatica Merchandise Pack[/p][/*]
Unique Tames Showcase
- [p]Which creatures will you bring into the deep through mutation? Show us your most unique or effective underwater tame/tame(s)[/p][/*]
- [p]Submit on Steam Discussions with a short write-up on your choices, make sure to link your steam post in Discord, in a specified channel.[/p][/*]
- [p]50 unique winners selected for creativity and effectiveness.[/p][/*]
- [p]Winners receive $25 Steam Gift Card codes [/p][/*]
TikTok Creator Campaign
- [p]Content creators, this one’s for you. Look out for our official TikTok Creator Campaign via the TikTok Gaming Incentive Program.[/p][/*]
Noiz Quests
- [p]Another one for the content creators, check out the incoming quests via Noiz.gg[/p][/*]
Sneak Peek - Aquatica Bosses
[p]A few teasers of the bosses to follow! For the rest, check them out in game on launch![/p][p][/p]Vulcanithys
[p][/p][p][img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/8729288/e54a1a064b4f483080e2ead2cdf287f8ddb9dcae.jpg"][/img][/p]- [p]This Serpent has spent eons absorbing energy form nearby lava pools. It emanates extreme heat and seems to thrive inside the crushing pressure that somehow keeps lava from solidifying in the Boiling Sea.[/p][/*]
Fractalis
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/8729288/26d453126d21a6e86e74acb0e4d5160661dc55ac.jpg"][/img]
- [*][p]A massive Crystal that seems to thrum with some unknown energy. It shifts in and out of reality, causing energy waves from nearby crystals. Don't get too close, or it may pull you into another reality as well.[/p][/*]