ARK Common Issues and Solutions

As a player of ARK: Survival Evolved, you may encounter various issues during gameplay that can hinder your experience. This documentation aims to provide solutions to common issues that players often encounter. By following the suggested solutions, you can troubleshoot and resolve these issues effectively.

Game Performance Issues #

Low FPS and Performance Drops #

• Lower the in-game graphics settings, including texture quality, shadows, and anti-aliasing.
• Update your graphics drivers to the latest version.
• Close unnecessary background applications to free up system resources.
• Check for overheating by monitoring your computer’s temperature and ensure proper cooling.

Stuttering or Lag #

• Ensure you have a stable internet connection.
• Close any bandwidth-intensive applications or downloads.
• Disable or reduce network-intensive options such as voice chat or real-time shadows.
• Optimize the game files through the game’s launcher or verify integrity through the respective game platform.

Crashes and Freezes #

• Update your graphics drivers and ensure they are compatible with the game.
• Disable any overclocking on your CPU or GPU.
• Verify the game files through the game’s launcher or verify integrity through the respective game platform.
• Disable or uninstall any conflicting software or overlay applications.

Connection and Multiplayer Issues #

Connection Timeouts #

• Check your internet connection and ensure it is stable.
• Restart your router or modem to refresh the connection.
• Forward the necessary ports for ARK: Survival Evolved on your router.
• Disable any firewalls or antivirus software temporarily to check for conflicts.

Disconnection from Servers #

• Check your internet connection stability and speed.
• Verify that your game and server are running the same version.
• Update your game to the latest version.
• Contact the server administrator to check for any server issues or scheduled maintenance.

Multiplayer Sync Issues #

• Ensure that all players have the same mods installed (if applicable) and are using the same version.
• Verify that all players have stable internet connections.
• Restart the game or server to refresh the synchronization.

Graphical and Display Issues #

Graphical Glitches #

• Update your graphics drivers to the latest version.
• Lower the in-game graphics settings to see if the issue persists.
• Disable any overlays or third-party software that may interfere with the game’s rendering.

Screen Tearing #

• Enable vertical sync (VSync) in the game’s graphics settings.
• If your monitor supports it, enable G-Sync or FreeSync to synchronize the refresh rate with the game’s FPS.
• Update your graphics drivers to the latest version.

Resolution and Display Settings #

• Verify that your display resolution is set correctly and matches your monitor’s native resolution.
• Adjust the in-game resolution and display settings to match your preferences and hardware capabilities.
• Update your graphics drivers to the latest version.

Input and Control Issues #

Unresponsive Controls #

• Ensure that yourkeyboard or controller is properly connected and functioning.
• Check the game’s input settings and verify that the correct input device is selected.
• Test the input device in other applications or games to determine if the issue is specific to ARK: Survival Evolved.

Keybinding and Configuration Problems #

• Reset the keybindings to default settings and reconfigure them according to your preferences.
• Make sure there are no conflicting keybindings between different actions.
• Check for any input-related settings in the game options that may affect keybindings.

Mod-Related Issues #

Mod Compatibility and Conflicts #

• Verify that your mods are compatible with the current version of ARK: Survival Evolved.
• Disable or remove any mods that may conflict with each other or cause compatibility issues.
• Check the mod descriptions or documentation for any specific instructions or known conflicts.

Mod Load Errors #

• Ensure that the mods are installed correctly and are up to date.
• Verify that the mods are properly enabled in the game’s mod manager.
• Check for any missing or corrupted files within the mod installation.

General Gameplay Issues #

Game Progression Blockages #

• Review quest or mission objectives and ensure that you are following the correct steps.
• Consult game guides, walkthroughs, or community forums for assistance with specific challenges.
• If necessary, restart the quest or mission from a previous checkpoint.

Quest or Mission Issues #

• Check for any known issues or bugs related to the specific quest or mission.
• Verify that you have met all the requirements or prerequisites for the quest or mission.
• Consider contacting the game’s support or reporting the issue on the official forums.

NPC or Creature Behavior Problems #

• Ensure that you are not engaging in hostile actions towards friendly NPCs or creatures that may trigger defensive behavior.
• Check for any known issues or bugs related to specific NPCs or creatures.
• If the issue persists, consider restarting the game or reloading a previous save.

By following the suggested solutions to these common issues, you can resolve gameplay problems and enjoy a smoother and more enjoyable experience in ARK: Survival Evolved. If the problem persists, consider seeking assistance from the official support channels or the game’s community forums for further assistance.