As expected, the official servers were deactivated by Wildcard last night and will then go live again for the upcoming new version ARK Survival Ascendent (ASA) at the end of October.
Message from Wildcard on Community Crunch 381:
As we stand on the horizon between the end of an era and the beginning of the next, we take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary journey we have experienced together. Your enthusiasm, your sense of community, and the vibrant tapestry of experiences you have created in the world of ARK: Survival Evolved have truly brought our creation to life. You are the beating heart of our "little" dinosaur game.
Some may perceive the upcoming transition as a bittersweet affair, marked by a sense of loss and sadness. We see it differently. The unofficial ASE is in the best hands. Yours.
But as one chapter ends, a new one begins - and once again, our stories will merge with yours to create something greater than the sum of its parts. Remember, it's not a goodbye, but a "see you soon" with more ASA news, revelations, gameplay, and ultimately the launch of ARK: Survival Ascended at the end of October!
So, survivors, thank you for eight incredible years and here's to many more.
With heartfelt gratitude and dino-sized excitement,
The Studio Wildcard Team
Evolved Sequence Completed: Ascension Imminent: ARK Survival Ascended Respawn Timer Initiated: Recharge Mode Engaged: Sleep well, Survivors, Nighty Night