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ARK: Survival Evolved – Aquatica DLC
Celebrate a decade of dino adventures with an all new DLC for ARK: Survival Evolved! Introducing Aquatica, an underwater experience unlike any other. This groundbreaking expansion transports you into a fully submerged map, where the rules of survival are rewritten. In Aquatica, players awaken on a damaged ARK that has crash-landed in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean. Its systems failed to purge corruption on impact, flooding the environment and giving rise to a world shaped by Elemental rifts, mutated ecosystems, and ancient secrets waiting to be uncovered.
This is more than just a new map – it’s a completely unique experience to try out 🔥
Explore a Fully Underwater ARK
For the first time in ARK’s history, an entire world is submerged beneath the ocean. Over 95% of the map is underwater, filled with vibrant ecosystems, complex verticality, and dynamic hazards unique to the ocean’s depths. Survivors must work with:
- Crushing pressure at extreme depths
- Unstable currents and shifting terrain
- Limited breathable zones, demanding careful preparation
- Elemental distortions warping the environment
Five distinct biomes make up this submerged world, each offering new challenges, resources, and visuals unlike anything previously seen in ARK: Survival Evolved.
A Welcoming Start for All Players
Not all of Aquatica is hostile! The Cradle biome serves as a friendly starting zone – an approachable area for new players to help them start their adventures. With breathable air pockets, helpful fauna, and clear objectives, it’s the perfect place to begin the journey before exploring more dangerous regions.
Discover 17 New Creatures
Aquatica brings 17 never before seen creatures designed specifically for life beneath the waters. Each one brings unique abilities, behaviors, and taming mechanics tailored to the ocean environment. Be cautious as you explore the underwater world!
- Monodon: A sleek and mystical underwater mount ideal for fast travel and exploration
- Mudpuppy: A protective companion built for defense and utility
- Mutated Variants: Familiar creatures reimagined with aquatic adaptations, offering surprising twists in taming and combat
60 New Engrams & Aquatic Survival Gear
Surviving in Aquatica means adapting to a world where gravity, oxygen, and mobility work differently. The DLC introduces 60 brand-new Engrams, providing players with the tools they need to thrive below sea level. New items include:
- Lead Boots: Allow stable movement across the ocean floor
- TEK Air Pockets: Create breathable zones for underwater bases
- Creature Adaptation Systems: Mutate land-based tames for aquatic survival
- New Consumables: Ten unique recipes designed for underwater stamina and health management
These tools empower players to build, tame, and survive in a truly three-dimensional environment.
A Mythical Tale Beneath the Surface
Aquatica marks the first oceanic DLC for ARK: Survival Evolved, offering a mythical adventure that dives deep into the origins of Element. Set before the events of Extinction, players will uncover lost truths through a cinematic storyline featuring two brand new characters and immersive environmental storytelling.
The corrupted ARK, Elemental instability, and evolving lifeforms weave together to create an unforgettable journey through science fiction and myth. It’s a bold step into unexplored narrative territory – and a perfect way to celebrate ten years of survival. Invite friends and play on your own server with this DLC.
