Mx Arkdex
Managing a massive menagerie of tamed creatures in ARK: Survival Ascended is often the most chaotic part of the game. You breed them, you lose them in the jungle, you forget which one has the best melee stat. Enter Mx Arkdex, a comprehensive, in-game add-on that transforms your taming and breeding workflow. This isn't just a simple list; it is a full-blown database that gives you granular control over every dino you or your tribe owns. Whether you are a solo player meticulously min-maxing a Rex line or a small tribe coordinating breeding projects, this mod brings order to the primordial chaos.
What is Mx Arkdex for ARK: Survival Ascended?
At its core, Mx Arkdex for ARK: Survival Ascended is a work-in-progress mod designed to function as a detailed index of all your tamed creatures. It is currently best suited for solo play or cooperative sessions with friends, as it simplifies complex data management. The mod is actively developed, and while it is functional, users should expect iterative updates that refine features and expand compatibility. It integrates seamlessly with the current builds of ASA, though you should always check the mod page for the latest version compatibility notes to ensure smooth performance alongside other stack mods or QoL improvements.
Instant Access and Comprehensive Data
The heart of the mod is the 'Tamed Dinos' listing UI, which you can open by pressing F1. This interface is your command center, displaying every tamed creature you own in a sortable table. But it does not stop at just names. The UI shows a wealth of crucial information for each dino, including:
- Current level and base stats (Health, Stamina, Melee, etc.)
- Number of max stats allocated
- Imprint percentage
- Total number of mutations
- Current food status
- Mating cooldown timer
- Baby age and maturation progress
This data density is a game-changer. Instead of hovering over each dino in the world, you can quickly scan your entire collection to identify your strongest breeders or spot a baby that needs feeding. The ability to sort by column allows you to instantly find the highest melee stat or the lowest food level, making management a breeze.
Revolutionizing Breeding and Grouping
Breeding in ARK often involves a lot of manual tracking. Mx Arkdex simplifies this by allowing you to assign creatures to different mating groups with just a few clicks. By typing a letter (like 'A' for group one, 'B' for group two) in the UI, you can organize your breeders logically. When you initiate a breed, the mod makes it instantaneous with unlimited range, eliminating the need to physically move dinos together. Furthermore, fertilized eggs within stasis range are automatically picked up when a group is bred, saving you from tedious manual collection. The mod also highlights the best stats for a species in green, allowing you to visually identify the perfect base stat donors for your bloodline.
Utility Features: Teleporting and Renaming
Beyond breeding, the mod offers powerful utility tools. If you hold down the Shift key while a row is selected, you toggle the option to teleport that creature directly to you. This is invaluable for moving babies from a remote hatchery to your base, or rescuing a creature that has become stuck in the terrain or lost in the wilderness. Additionally, right-clicking a row opens a dropdown menu that includes an option to auto-rename the selected creature, helping you maintain a clean and organized naming convention across your tribe.
For those looking to streamline their setup, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install feature for Mx Arkdex, ensuring that you are always running the most stable version compatible with your game client. This eliminates the hassle of manual file placement and dependency checks.
Visual Filters and Customization
The listing is highly customizable to suit your current task. You can filter the display to show only creatures currently in cryopods, or conversely, hide them to focus on active dinos. There is also a dedicated toggle to display only baby creatures, which is perfect for monitoring a large hatch. The listing can also be filtered by species, allowing you to isolate your Therizinosaur breeding lines from your Ankylosaurus gathering crew. This level of granularity ensures you are never overwhelmed by data, only empowered by it.
Compatibility and Installation Guide
As a work-in-progress, it is important to understand the current limitations. The mod currently shows all tamed and unclaimed creatures in the listing, regardless of ownership. This means it is not recommended for public multiplayer servers, as you would see other players' dinos. It is strictly designed for solo or private co-op sessions where you trust your friends. To get started, you need to know how to install the mod correctly. Simply subscribe to the mod on the Steam Workshop, ensure it is enabled in your server's mod list, and launch the game. For a more streamlined experience, the foxygame.net launcher includes Mx Arkdex in its add-on catalog, providing automatic updates and version checks so you never have to worry about breaking your save after a game patch.
Final Verdict
Mx Arkdex is an essential tool for any serious breeder or tribe leader in ARK: Survival Ascended. While it is still in active development, the current feature set—instant breeding, remote teleporting, detailed stat tracking, and intuitive grouping—makes it an incredibly powerful asset. If you play solo or with a tight-knit group of friends, this mod will save you hours of tedious management and elevate your breeding programs to new heights. To get started, simply download Mx Arkdex from the Workshop and experience the future of creature management. It is a must-have for turning the daunting task of dino administration into a simple, enjoyable part of your survival journey. The convenience and depth it offers make it a staple in our personal mod list, and we highly recommend giving it a try.