Learn how to establish a foothold in ARK: Survival Ascended. This guide covers essential early-game survival tips, resource gathering, and base building to get you started on the island.
Walkthrough
- 1Gather Basic Resources: Start by collecting wood, thatch, and stone. These are crucial for crafting your first tools and structures. Look for fallen trees for wood, harvest bushes for thatch, and pick up stones from the ground.
- 2Craft Essential Tools: With your gathered resources, craft a Stone Pickaxe and a Stone Axe. These will significantly speed up resource gathering.
- 3Find a Suitable Location: Choose a spot for your first base that is relatively safe, near essential resources (water, wood, stone), and offers some natural defenses. Avoid areas with high-dinosaur traffic.
- 4Build a Small Shelter: Start with a simple thatch or wood structure. A 1x1 or 2x1 room is sufficient for early protection. Craft a Door and place it to secure your shelter.
- 5Craft a Campfire: A campfire is essential for cooking food and providing warmth. Place it inside or just outside your shelter.
- 6Craft Storage Boxes: As you gather more resources, you'll need places to store them. Craft Wooden Storage Boxes to keep your inventory organized.
- 7Tame Your First Dinosaur: Focus on taming a passive dinosaur like a Dodo or Parasaur first. They can help with gathering resources or carrying items.
- 8Expand Your Base: Once you have basic necessities, gradually expand your base. Add more rooms for crafting stations, sleeping areas, and storage.
Tips
- Always keep an eye on your hunger and thirst meters.
- Craft a Water Jar as soon as possible to carry water.
- Learn basic crafting recipes by leveling up.
- Be wary of aggressive dinosaurs, especially at night.
- Consider building near a cave entrance for early-game safety and access to resources.
- Use the map to identify resource-rich areas and potential base locations.
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