Genetic Traits Cloning
In ARK: Survival Ascended, few things sting more than finally taming a dinosaur with flawless Genetic Traits, only to realize you need multiple copies for breeding projects, boss fights, or trading. The hunt for a second perfect Giga or Carcharodontosaurus can consume dozens of hours. The Genetic Traits Cloning mod eliminates that grind entirely by bridging the gap between the vanilla Tek Cloning Chamber and the advanced Gene system introduced with Bob's Tall Tales.
What Does Genetic Traits Cloning Do?
This add-on introduces a single, elegant change: a new variant of the Tek Cloning Chamber called the Tek Genetic Cloning Chamber. When you clone a creature using this upgraded structure, the clone inherits every Gene Trait from the original. No more crossing your fingers and hoping the Gene Scanner picks up a rare mutation on a second tame. The mod acts as bad luck protection for the most frustrating part of end-game breeding.
The best part? There are no separate engrams to unlock, no extra resource costs, and no unique fuel requirements. You simply pick up your existing Cloning Chamber (or craft a fresh one from the vanilla Tek tier) and place it back down. It automatically converts into the Tek Genetic Cloning Chamber. Thanks to what the mod author affectionately calls "space magic," this chamber also operates roughly five times faster than the standard version right out of the box.
Key Features at a Glance
- Copies all Gene Traits from the source creature to the clone.
- Works seamlessly with the Gene Scanner and Gene Storage from Bob's Tall Tales.
- Cloning speed is increased by approximately 5x by default.
- Configurable speed multiplier via
GameUserSettings.ini(CloningSpeedMultiplier=0.2 for even faster clones). - No new engrams, resources, or fuel types required.
- Compatible with both the base game and the latest ARK: Survival Ascended versions, including the current content updates.
Why You Need This Mod for Low-Spawn Creatures
Consider the nightmare scenario of taming a level 150 Giga with a perfect combination of melee and health traits. You spent hours tranqing it, feeding it, and praying it didn't wake up. Now you need a second one for a breeding line. With standard cloning, you lose the Gene Traits, rendering your perfect tame useless for advanced genetic work. With Genetic Traits Cloning for ARK: Survival Ascended, you simply clone it, keep the traits, and move on. The same applies to rare spawns like Carcharodontosaurus, which can take days to locate in the wild.
Installation and Configuration
Learning how to install this mod is straightforward. Head to the Steam Workshop or your preferred mod manager, locate the add-on, and subscribe. Once the mod is active in your server's load order, you can immediately use the existing Cloning Chamber. For server admins who want even faster cloning, open your GameUserSettings.ini file and add the following line under the [ModSettings] section:
CloningSpeedMultiplier=0.2
Lower values reduce the time to clone. The default setting already provides a significant boost, but the option to tweak it further is a welcome addition for private servers with high rates.
Mod Compatibility and Updates
The mod is designed to work alongside the official Bob's Tall Tales content, ensuring that cloned traits are fully recognized by the Gene Scanner and Gene Storage systems. This means you can store, transfer, and apply cloned traits just as you would with naturally obtained ones. The mod has seen active development, with version 3 adding the configurable speed multiplier and version 2 introducing a dedicated inventory for the Tek Genetic Cloning Chamber to reduce confusion. It supports the current stable release of ARK: Survival Ascended and is tested against recent game patches.
If you are looking for a hassle-free way to get this add-on, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install for Genetic Traits Cloning, automatically handling version compatibility checks so you can jump straight into cloning without wrestling with file paths. The launcher's add-on catalog keeps the mod updated in the background, which is a lifesaver when the game receives a surprise patch that would otherwise break your setup.
Final Thoughts
The Genetic Traits Cloning mod is a quality-of-life masterpiece for dedicated breeders. It removes the arbitrary wall between cloning and genetic inheritance, respects your time by speeding up the process, and integrates flawlessly with existing systems. Whether you are a solo player chasing a perfect mutation stack or a server admin looking to reduce player frustration, this add-on delivers exactly what it promises. Download Genetic Traits Cloning today and never dread the sight of a low-spawn dino again. Your future breeding projects will thank you.