Oz-Ark Custom Structures
Space is always at a premium in ARK: Survival Ascended. Whether you are a solo survivor cramming a base into a hidden cliffside or a tribe leader managing a sprawling industrial complex, the footprint of your Tek Replicator, Chem Bench, and Vaults often dictates your entire base layout. Oz-Ark Custom Structures directly addresses this pain point by offering smaller, more efficient versions of essential end-game structures. This mod was originally crafted for the Oz-Ark Network but is available for everyone to enjoy, making it a versatile addition to any ASA server.
What Does Oz-Ark Custom Structures Add?
This add-on is not about flashy new creatures or weapons; it is about quality-of-life and base optimization. The core collection includes compact versions of the Vault, Tek Replicator, Chem Bench, Fabricator, Grill, Forge, and Power Generator. These are not just cosmetic reskins. They are functionally distinct, smaller variants that fit into tighter spaces while retaining the utility of their full-sized counterparts. One of the standout features is an ini-configurable flag that allows the smaller Power Generator to provide Tek power, effectively letting you run Tek items without dedicating a massive room to a Tek Generator.
Latest Additions and the Automation Suite
The mod has evolved significantly since its initial release. Recent updates have introduced a robust automation and management suite. The latest additions include a Pull System, Item Collector, Animal Tender, Hitching Post, and a Feeder Fridge that keeps survivors fed and watered while inside the base. Furthermore, the mod introduces the Oz-Ark Upgrader, allowing you to upgrade your own armor, and a complete redesign of the admin panel for server configuration. For those who love breeding, the Nanny, Hatchery, Farmer, Gardener, and Sheep Herder Mutators now feature user-configurable ranges up to an admin-set limit. Mutators also have a dedicated configuration tab, allowing you to send settings to nearby mutators or trigger them all simultaneously—handy when stacking mutation buffs.
If you are looking to streamline your server setup, the foxygame.net launcher provides a one-click install for Oz-Ark Custom Structures, ensuring you get the latest version without manual file management.
Compatibility and Server Configuration
This mod is designed for the current version of ARK: Survival Ascended. It is compatible with most other mods, though you should always check for conflicts with other mods that alter the same vanilla structures. Server owners will note that a number of savefiles are generated. This is intended and built specifically for the user-configurable structures. The mod has moved away from GameUserSettings.ini settings. All configuration is now handled in-game via a dedicated menu or through the wiki. The admin panel has been completely redesigned for easier server configuration, and applying settings now logs the date/time and the character performing the action (requires the server to run with the -log flag).
How to Install and Get Started
Learning how to install this mod is straightforward. Simply subscribe to the mod on the CurseForge or mod.io page for Oz-Ark Custom Structures for ARK: Survival Ascended and activate it in your server's mod list. If you are using a hosting service, add the mod ID to your server's mod settings and restart. For single-player, just add it to your active mods in the main menu. There are no longer any GameUserSettings.ini settings for this mod, so you do not need to worry about editing text files. Instead, use the in-game configuration system to adjust ranges and power flags.
To help you get started, here are some key features to look for:
- Compact versions of essential structures like Vaults and Tek Replicators.
- In-game configuration system for ranges and Tek power.
- Feeder Fridge to keep survivors fed and hydrated.
- Mutators with stacking and trigger-all functions.
- Conversion from standard structures to Oz-Ark structures via the Crafting Table.
When you are ready to add this to your collection, you can download Oz-Ark Custom Structures from the official mod repository. The mod page includes links to the wiki for all settings and spawn codes. Recent patches have also fixed issues with gas generators providing Tek power and optimized menus for consoles. Fridges and item collectors now stack in inventory, and the Spyglass has been tweaked to use Tek binocular code with some cosmetic changes.
For server admins looking to expand their mod list, the foxygame.net launcher offers an add-on catalog that includes Oz-Ark Custom Structures, simplifying the process of managing multiple mods and their updates across your cluster.
Final Thoughts on Oz-Ark Custom Structures
In a game where every square meter of foundation space counts, Oz-Ark Custom Structures is a godsend. It allows you to build denser, more efficient bases without sacrificing the high-tier functionality you have worked hard to unlock. Whether you are using the compact Tek Replicator to save space in a cave base or setting up a complex mutator array for breeding, this mod delivers on its promise of "smaller and useful." While it is tailored for the Oz-Ark Network, the broader ARK community can freely use it to enhance their own worlds. With its active development cycle and recent quality-of-life improvements, this is a mod worth adding to your load order.
For those who want to keep their mods updated without hassle, the foxygame.net launcher handles auto-updates for Oz-Ark Custom Structures, ensuring you always have the latest fixes and features without breaking your save data.