The Lost Colony expansion for ARK: Survival Ascended is now live on all platforms. This new chapter bridges the story between the older Extinction DLC and the distant future release of ARK 2, which was just delayed until 2028. Players explore a ruined human outpost called Arat Prime, set in a dark, frozen epoch at the Earth's southern pole.
The environment features seven distinct biomes, from a tyrannical metropolis to hazardous glowing forests and volcanic craters. A central conflict involves a resource called Red Element, which powers protective shields but also perpetuates the planet's ruined state. Players choose between joining the oppressive Lost King or resisting his rule. Thirteen new creatures are added to the game, including various winged, draconic, and subterranean species.
This release completes the expansion pass announced earlier this year. It follows a major graphical overhaul for the game that utilized upscaling tech like PSSR on PlayStation. Studio Wildcard plans a separate expansion in 2027 as a preview for the sequel, making this new content the primary update for the player base for the foreseeable future.
The environment features seven distinct biomes, from a tyrannical metropolis to hazardous glowing forests and volcanic craters. A central conflict involves a resource called Red Element, which powers protective shields but also perpetuates the planet's ruined state. Players choose between joining the oppressive Lost King or resisting his rule. Thirteen new creatures are added to the game, including various winged, draconic, and subterranean species.
This release completes the expansion pass announced earlier this year. It follows a major graphical overhaul for the game that utilized upscaling tech like PSSR on PlayStation. Studio Wildcard plans a separate expansion in 2027 as a preview for the sequel, making this new content the primary update for the player base for the foreseeable future.
