ARK: Survival Ascended Extinction Release Date | SquirtleArk

Are you interested in the exact release date for the ARK: Survival Ascended map: Extinction? This map is set to release on December 16, 2024.  Extinction is where the ARK story reaches its final stage of survival. Set in a ruined Earth filled with titans! This release will also feature the new Dinosaur: Dreadnoughtus, classified by Wildcard as a Titan killer! This map will be available on all platforms: XBOX, PS5, STEAM, and Windows 10!

Extinction will be the fifth map released for ARK: Survival Ascended. Other maps released so far: The Island, Scorched Earth, The Center, and Aberration. 

What to Expect in the Extinction Expansion
Extinction was a fan-favorite DLC in the original ARK, and the Survival Ascended version aims to elevate the experience further. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:

1. Enhanced Environments
Players will explore a ravaged Earth teeming with towering Titans, deadly corrupted creatures, and breathtaking biomes. Thanks to Unreal Engine 5’s advanced rendering and lighting, the desolate wastelands and futuristic ruins are more immersive than ever.

2. Updated Creatures and Titans
Get ready to face reimagined versions of the iconic Titans, including the Forest, Ice, Desert, and King Titans. Expect enhanced AI, detailed animations, and jaw-dropping visual effects. The mysterious Orbital Supply Drops (OSDs) will also return, providing epic challenges for loot-hungry survivors.

3. New Gameplay Mechanics
While the original Extinction introduced mechanics like cryopods and element veins, the updated expansion will include refined survival systems, improved resource harvesting, and rebalanced challenges. Whether you're defending against corrupted swarms or taming elusive creatures, the gameplay promises to feel both nostalgic and fresh.

4. Quality of Life Improvements
Survivors can look forward to smoother controls, polished building systems, and refined multiplayer experiences. These upgrades aim to make Extinction not only a visual masterpiece but also the most accessible and enjoyable version yet.
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5. Crossplay and Mod Support
As with other ARK: Survival Ascended expansions, Extinction will feature crossplay and official mod integration, giving the community even more opportunities to shape their experience.

Why You Should Be Excited
Extinction holds a special place in the hearts of ARK fans because of its unique premise: humanity's last stand on a post-apocalyptic Earth. The high-stakes gameplay, combined with the larger-than-life Titans, created some of the most memorable moments in ARK history. Now, with ARK: Survival Ascended, players can relive these moments with stunning new visuals, refined mechanics, and exciting new twists.
Whether you’re a returning veteran or a newcomer eager to explore ARK’s lore-rich world, Extinction offers an unforgettable survival experience.


Will SquirtleArk servers have Extinction map available?
Yes! SquirtleArk servers will have Extinction available the moment it is released, the same as official! SquirtleArk always has all new ARK maps ready the exact time/day it is released! Furthermore, all maps on SquirtleArk can be transferred to and from! Bring your survivor, all of your gear, and all of your dinos to any map on SquirtleArk. 

The following servers will have Extinction available the same time as official:

SquirtleArk ASA PVP 15x No Wipe Server
SquirtleArk ASA PVE+ No Wipe Server
SquirtleArk ASA PVE Primal Descended Server
SquirtleArk ASA PVE Primal Nemesis Server

Please note that, same as official, transferring items/dinosaurs to Extinction will be restricted for the first week. You can still transfer your survivors to Extinction, and you should! But you cannot bring dinos/items to Extinction to promote a balanced start for all players. Items/Dinos CAN, however, be transferred from Extinction to any of the other maps.

We're super excited to finally have ARK: Ascended EXTINCTION on the Cluster on December 16, 2024!