With the Aberration Expansion Pack, ARK: Survival Evolved enters the next round.

Have you already explored every inch of the Island? The dry desert of Scorched Earth is no longer challenging? We've got some news for you then. The new expansion for ARK: Survival Evolved brings an entirely new adventure into the depths of a damaged ARK.

A New World

Aberration is not just a new landscape. Instead, it is a tainted ARK that is no longer under the control of the observer. The lack of control has placed everything out of balance. While the surface is extremely damaged and on a fragment of its former self, a large number of new biomes have penetrated deep below the surface.

Creatures

Naturally, not just the flora was affected. The creatures have also suffered from the harsh conditions and have had to adapt. Many new creatures await, including monsters that could hardly become more terrifying. One of these creatures is the "Rock Drake". With their chameleon-esque ability, they can camouflage and stalk victims from the walls. In the trailer is also a small "Lantern-Pug", as well as the massive "Cave Crustacean". There is also a very special creature for fans of the Alien film series. With the "Nameless Queen", you can infect your opponents with a reproductive chest-burster!

New Items

If you are already familiar with the ARK, you might already have glittering eyes just thinking about new items. There are gliders, climbing hooks, and even a cable car. These new items should provide the necessary mobility in the caves, but will definitely have their uses on the other ARKs! How cool would it be, for example, to have a cable car over the Wyvern cavern on Scorched Earth? Additionally, there are numerous innovations for the builders among us. With the "Cliff Structures", a lot of players will finally get to fulfill dreams.

Dangerous Circumstances

As beautiful as this new world may be, it is anything but a good place for a quiet stroll. On top of the wild creatures, new world events will add to the danger. Earthquakes, radiation, gas geysers, or even elemental chambers await to introduce you to your demise. As if that wasn't enough, there are also the relentless Nameless constantly over your shoulder. Once you have entered the depths of the caves, you will meet their Queen. This creature will most likely function as a new boss, reminiscent of the Alien films.

Season Pass

Are you interested in Aberration? You have two options if you are. Buy the expansion on its own in October or acquire the season pass, which will include all three of the planned expansions. As a bonus for purchasing the season pass, players will receive two obsidian cosmetic items, a helmet and sword skin, in addition to the expansion content.

What are your thoughts on the Aberration expansion in this first look? Are you on the edge of your seat waiting for this, or would you prefer something else? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: Survive the ARK