ArkTech Items
Survival in ARK: Survival Ascended is all about resource management, and nothing eats up your time quite like spoiled meat, expired wyvern milk, or the constant need to refuel your torches. The ArkTech Items mod steps in as a quality-of-life overhaul, bringing back a fan-favorite concept from ARK: Survival Evolved and supercharging it with new, practical tools. This is not just a storage mod; it is a complete lifestyle upgrade for survivors who want to spend less time babysitting their inventory and more time exploring the island.
Originally crafted for the Concrete Cowboys Gaming Community, this mod is a labor of love that has been remade and expanded for the current generation of ARK. It is a work-in-progress project, but the core features already provide immense value. The mod is designed to be compatible with the latest supported versions of ARK: Survival Ascended, and it generally plays well with most other mods, though as with any WIP project, it is always wise to check for updates after a major game patch.
Core Additions: The ArkTech Storage Line
The heart of the ArkTech Items mod lies in its revolutionary storage solutions. Say goodbye to the days of relying on sparkpowder or electricity to keep your perishables fresh. The ArkTech storage bins operate entirely without fuel or power, offering a passive, always-on solution for your preservation needs.
ArkTech Preserving Bins
These bins are the direct remake of the classic Arctic Preserving Bins from ASE, and they are absolute game-changers. You have two size options to fit your base layout:
- Small ArkTech Storage Preserving Bin (50 Slots): Perfect for a mid-game base or a dedicated outpost.
- Large ArkTech Storage Preserving Bin (100 Slots): The ultimate central hub for all your valuable, spoil-prone resources.
The real magic is in the special item handling. While vanilla preserving bins struggle with certain resources, the ArkTech bins are specifically tuned to handle the most annoying spoil timers in the game. You can safely store Owl Pellets, Corrupted Nodules, Organic Polymer, Leech Blood, Wyvern Milk, and Nameless Venom with significantly increased spoil timers. This makes taming and end-game resource gathering far less stressful, as you no longer have to rush back to base to use these items before they vanish.
ArkTech Standard Storage Bins
For your non-perishable bulk items, the mod also offers expanded standard storage. These bins provide a significant boost over vanilla storage capacity, helping you keep your base organized without needing a warehouse full of metal foundations and vaults.
- Small ArkTech Storage Bin (30 Slots): A great early-game upgrade over the wooden box.
- Large ArkTech Storage Bin (90 Slots): A massive space-saver for bulk resources like stone, wood, and metal.
Ambient Lighting Without the Hassle
Lighting your base is usually a chore that involves constant refueling with wood or sparkpowder. The ArkTech Items mod eliminates this annoyance entirely with a line of fuel-free lighting options.
- ArkTech Standing Torch: Provides a warm, steady light source for your base's exterior or interior walkways.
- ArkTech Wall Torch: A space-saving lighting solution that mounts directly on your walls.
- ArkTech Fireplace: Not just for light, but also for that cozy aesthetic, providing ambient heat and light without ever needing a log of wood.
These items are perfect for players who love the aesthetic of a rustic base but hate the maintenance that comes with it. You can light up your entire compound and never worry about running out of fuel during a long taming session or a resource run.
Getting Started: How to Install
Ready to streamline your survival experience? The process to download ArkTech Items is straightforward. You can find the mod on the official ARK: Survival Ascended mod browser within the game, or on popular modding sites like CurseForge. If you are looking for a more streamlined approach to mod management, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install feature that handles the download and installation of ArkTech Items for ARK: Survival Ascended automatically, ensuring you always have the correct version without fiddling with manual file placement.
For a manual how to install guide, the process is simple:
- Navigate to the Steam Workshop page for the mod (Mod ID: 1109411).
- Click the "Subscribe" button to add it to your Steam Workshop collection.
- Launch ARK: Survival Ascended and ensure the mod is enabled in your mod list before loading your world or server.
If you are running a dedicated server, you will need to add the mod ID to your server's mod list. The foxygame.net launcher also simplifies this by allowing you to manage your server's add-on catalog directly from the launcher interface, making it easy to toggle ArkTech Items on and off for your community. Remember that since this is a WIP project, you should keep an eye on the mod page for updates, as the creator is actively adding more QOL items to the roster.
Final Thoughts on ArkTech Items
The ArkTech Items mod for ARK: Survival Ascended is a fantastic addition for any survivor who values efficiency. It addresses some of the most tedious aspects of the game—resource spoilage and fuel management—with elegant, no-nonsense solutions. While it is still in development, the current item set is robust and functional, providing immediate benefits to solo players and large tribes alike.
Whether you are hoarding wyvern milk for a big tame or just want a beautifully lit base without the constant upkeep, this mod delivers. It is a testament to the community's dedication to improving the ARK experience, and it is definitely worth a spot in your mod list. So go ahead, give your base the ArkTech upgrade and enjoy the extra free time you will have on your hands.