Arkians Paradise Dinos [Crossplay]
ARK: Survival Ascended players who miss the classic creatures from the original game finally have a reason to celebrate. The Arkians Paradise Dinos [Crossplay] mod is an ever-growing content pack designed to bring dearly missed and well-loved dinos back to your ASA gameplay, while also introducing brand-new, unique creatures that fit seamlessly into the island's ecosystem. This mod is still in early development, but it already offers a solid roster of creatures that will change the way you explore, tame, and fight.
Because the mod supports crossplay, you can enjoy these new additions with friends regardless of whether they are on PC, Xbox, or PlayStation. That means your tribe can stick together while exploring the new spawns and taming opportunities this pack provides. If you are looking for a fresh experience on the Island map, this is a must-have addition to your server.
What Creatures Are Included in the Pack?
Right now, the mod features six distinct creatures, each with its own unique spawn locations, taming methods, and saddle requirements. The developer has promised that new creatures and abilities will be added over time, so expect the roster to grow as the mod matures. Here is a breakdown of what you can find today.
Highland Shadowmane
This variant of the Shadowmane spawns as 10% of Sabertooth spawns in the highlands. To tame it, you will need to use fish caught with the Fish Basket, an engram that unlocks at level 13 and can be crafted directly in your inventory. The secondary teleport attack currently works but does not deal damage to prevent a client-side crash. The developer is actively working on a fix for this ability, so expect it to be fully functional in a future update.
Forest Maewing
Found as 30% of Therizino spawns, the Forest Maewing is a great addition for breeders. Its saddle engram unlocks at level 19 and can be crafted in your inventory. Tamed using Basic Kibble, this creature nurses babies and behaves exactly like the base game Maewing, making it an essential utility dino for any breeding pen.
Island Amargasaurus
This variant spawns as 10% of Direbear spawns and tames like the vanilla Amargasaurus. The saddle engram unlocks at level 55 and is crafted in your inventory. If you enjoyed the defensive capabilities of the original Amargasaurus, this Island variant will feel right at home in your herd.
Imperial Owl
The Imperial Owl can be found as 10% of Mammoth spawns. Its saddle unlocks at level 61. This creature has slightly increased speed and dive capabilities compared to its predecessor. It can heal, but currently, the healing ability will throw the rider off the saddle. The team is working on a fix, so use this ability with caution until the next patch.
Island Featherlight
Found as 20% of Microraptor spawns, the Island Featherlight is a passive tame using Plant Species X Seeds. It functions exactly like the vanilla Featherlight, providing the same buffs and utility in the caves and dangerous zones of the Island.
Tropical Parrot
This colorful companion spawns as a 20% Dimo spawn and a 70% Ichthy spawn. It is a passive tame using Rare Flowers. While it may not be the strongest fighter, the Tropical Parrot adds a lot of personality to your base and serves as a great early-game companion.
How to Install and Spawn the Creatures
Installing the mod is straightforward. You can download Arkians Paradise Dinos [Crossplay] directly from the mod browser in ARK: Survival Ascended. Once subscribed, activate it in your server settings or single-player world. For server admins, ensure the mod is in the correct load order to avoid conflicts with other creature mods.
If you prefer to spawn the creatures directly for testing or admin purposes, you can use the cheat commands provided by the developer. For example, to spawn a tamed Highland Shadowmane, use the command: cheat spawnactortamed "Blueprint'/AKP/Creatures/Shadowmane/AKP_LionfishLion_Character_BP.AKP_LionfishLion_Character_BP'" 500 0 0. Similar commands exist for each creature, and the Fish Basket and saddles have their own giveitem commands.
If you are looking for a hassle-free way to manage your mods, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install for Arkians Paradise Dinos [Crossplay] for ARK: Survival Ascended, ensuring you always have the latest version without manual updates. The launcher also helps you verify version compatibility with your current game build, so you can jump straight into the action.
Mod Compatibility and ASA Versions
As with any mod, compatibility is key. Arkians Paradise Dinos [Crossplay] for ARK: Survival Ascended is designed to work with the current official version of the game. However, because the mod is in early development, you should always check for updates after major game patches. The mod does not require any additional dependencies, but it is always a good idea to test it in a single-player world before adding it to a live server.
For those running dedicated servers, ensure that all players have the mod downloaded to avoid connection issues. The crossplay functionality means that the mod works across all platforms, but server admins should verify that the mod ID is correctly listed in the server configuration.
If you run into any issues, the developer maintains a support Discord server where you can report bugs and suggest new creatures. The community is active, and the developer is responsive, so do not hesitate to ask for help.
Final Thoughts
Arkians Paradise Dinos [Crossplay] is a promising mod that fills a void for players who miss the classic creatures from ARK's past. With a solid foundation of six creatures, unique taming methods, and crossplay support, it is a great addition to any ASA server. While some abilities are still being polished, the developer's commitment to fixing issues and adding new content makes this a mod worth following.
Whether you are a breeder looking for a Forest Maewing or a survivor wanting a Tropical Parrot companion, this pack has something for everyone. Download it today and see what the Arkian Paradise has in store for you.