How to create a dedicated server in Ark Survival Ascended

To play Ark Survival Ascended with your friends, you need some kind of server. One option is a dedicated server.

In this guide, I’m going to tell you how to create a server in Ark Survival Ascended and let you know which server type you need based on what you want to do.

Related: Does Ark Survival Ascended have cross-play and cross-progression?

Ark Survival Ascended: How to create a dedicated server

I’ll explain all the servers, their differences, and how to make them later in this article, but if you want the quick answer, you make a dedicated server by buying one from Nitrado, the official place for Ark Survival Ascended hosting.

There are several different options when it comes to buying a dedicated Ark Survival Ascended server. You can pay a subscription or buy a prepaid…