ARK: Survival Evolved Server-Hosting

ARK is one of the more memory-hungry games out there — a vanilla server on a lighter map like The Island uses a fair chunk of RAM, and heavily modded or Genesis Part 2 servers need noticeably more. Our ARK plans scale the included memory accordingly; you can compare the current options on our [ARK server hosting page](/game-servers/ark-survival-evolved-server-hosting).

You can connect via the Steam server browser (View → Game Servers → Favourites), the ARK in-game server browser under the Unofficial tab, or direct connect from the in-game console with `open IP:PORT`. Your server IP and port are shown in the server overview on [control.low.ms](https://control.low.ms).

All the official maps are supported: The Island, The Center, Scorched Earth, Ragnarok, Aberration, Extinction, Valguero, Crystal Isles, Genesis Part 1 and 2, Lost Island, and Fjordur. You can switch map from the **Commandline Manager** in [control.low.ms](https://control.low.ms) — see our [switching map or DLC guide](/knowledgebase/switching-map-or-dlc-on-your-ark-server) for the exact steps.

Yes — ARK has one of the largest modding communities on Steam Workshop. You can install mods in one click from the **Mod Manager** in the panel, or add Workshop IDs manually to your `GameUserSettings.ini` via **Configuration Files**. Popular ones include Structures Plus (S+), Awesome Spyglass, and Dino Storage.

Yes, you have full control. Taming, harvesting and XP rates live in `GameUserSettings.ini` under `[ServerSettings]`, and breeding multipliers (mating interval, egg hatch speed, baby mature speed, imprint) live in `Game.ini` under `[/script/shootergame.shootergamemode]`. Our [server configuration guide](/knowledgebase/ark-survival-evolved-server-configuration) covers the specifics — getting breeding multipliers in the wrong file is a common mistake because ARK silently ignores them.

Yes, we host clusters ranging from a couple of servers to 40+ across multiple regions. Clusters let players transfer characters, tames and items between maps. Just let support know and we'll link your servers with shared cluster storage — there's a bit of setup on our side so we handle it for free. See [everything you need to know about ARK clusters](/knowledgebase/everything-you-need-to-know-about-ark-clusters) for the background.

Set `ServerAdminPassword=YourPassword` in `GameUserSettings.ini` under `[ServerSettings]` via **Configuration Files**, restart the server, then in-game press Tab and run `enablecheats YourPassword`. That gives you access to the full admin command list for that session. Full walkthrough: [how to become admin on your ARK server](/knowledgebase/how-to-become-admin-on-your-ark-server).

Yes, ARK supports Steam ↔ Epic crossplay via the `-crossplay` launch parameter. You can toggle it from the **Commandline Manager** in the panel — the full steps are in our [crossplay guide](/knowledgebase/enabling-crossplay-on-your-ark-server).

Once you've enabled cheats in-game, press Tab to open the console. Useful ones include `DestroyWildDinos` (refresh wild spawns), `SaveWorld` (force a save), `Broadcast ` (message everyone), and the usual `God`, `Fly`, `GiveItem` and `Summon` commands. A fuller list lives in our [server configuration guide](/knowledgebase/ark-survival-evolved-server-configuration).

ARK is memory-hungry and TPS-sensitive. Common causes are too many tamed dinos (lower `MaxTamedDinos` or run `DestroyWildDinos` to refresh), too many mods, or a heavy map like Genesis 2 on a base-tier plan. Check RAM and CPU usage under **Current Activity & Stats** in [control.low.ms](https://control.low.ms), and see our [troubleshooting guide](/knowledgebase/ark-survival-evolved-troubleshooting) for the step-by-step fixes. If you've exhausted the obvious causes, support can take a look.

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