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Studio Wildcard has officially shared the long-term roadmap for ARK: Survival Ascended, covering major content updates through 2026. From upgraded maps to new creatures and even lore setup for ARK 2, here's everything confirmed so far.
Upcoming Releases
Lost Colony - December 16, 2025
- Paid story expansion bridging ASA to ARK 2
- Features lore missions with Mei Yin and the Arat Prime storyline
- Expands on Day Zero content introduced in June 2025
Genesis Part 1 Ascended - April 2026
- Free DLC
- Launches alongside Bob’s True Tales Part 1 (paid)
Genesis Part 2 Ascended - August 2026
- Free DLC
- Launches alongside Bob’s True Tales Part 2 (paid)
- Continues both Genesis and Bob’s story arcs
Fjordur Ascended - December 2026
- Free DLC
- Features the realms of Asgard, Jotunheim, and Vanaheim
- Includes Andrewsarchus, Desmodus, Fenrir & a new community-voted creature
Crystal Isles Ascended - 2027
- Free DLC
- Known for floating islands, lush crystal biomes, and vibrant fantasy landscapes
- Features the Crystal Wyvern and Tropeognathus
Lost Island Ascended - 2027
- Free DLC
- Adds the Dinopithecus, Sinomacrops, and Amargasaurus
Note: Each map release will also include a new Fantastic Tame - a premium creature available for optional purchase.
Released Maps & Major Updates
| Map / Update | Release Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Island Ascended | Oct 25, 2023 | Free |
| Scorched Earth Ascended | Apr 1, 2024 | Free |
| The Center Ascended | Jun 4, 2024 | Free |
| Aberration Ascended | Sep 5, 2024 | Free |
| Extinction Ascended | Dec 20, 2024 | Free |
| Astraeos Ascended | Feb 13, 2025 | Free |
| Unreal Engine 5.5 Upgrade (ASA) | Jun 5, 2025 | Free Update |
| Ragnarok Ascended | Jun 19, 2025 | Free |
| Valguero Ascended | Oct 7, 2025 | Free |
What About ARK 2?
Studio Wildcard has remained mostly silent on ARK 2's release. Initially planned for 2023, it has been delayed multiple times. As of now:
- No official release date (listed as “To Be Announced” on Steam)
- The Lost Colony expansion is said to connect ASA to ARK 2's storyline
- Until then, ARK: Survival Ascended is the studio's main focus
Fusey will keep this roadmap updated as new info drops. Want a detailed creature or biome guide when Ragnarok launches? Stay tuned.
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