🖥️Connect to my ARK: Survival Ascended server on PC and console

Step-by-step guide to connect to your ARK: Survival Ascended server on PC, PS5, and Xbox.

The steps are identical on PC, PS5 and Xbox.

The most important thing is to have the exact name of the server and the correct filters.

Objective

• Retrieve the server name from the dashboard.

• Display the in-game list.

• Filter correctly to find your server.

Step-by-step guide

1

Find the server name (dashboard)

On the dashboard, open the Settings, then locate Server Name.

Make sure the server is online on the dashboard before continuing.

2

Open the in-game server list

In ARK, click Join game.

3

Filter the list and find your server

1. Category: Unofficial

2. Search for the server by name (full or partial)

3. If the server has a password: check Show password protected servers

4. In any case: check Show player servers

5. If you don't see it: click Refresh

4

Join the server and play

After joining the server, create your character and start your game.

You are connected to your ARK: Survival Ascended server.

Common issues

I can't find my server

• Check Unofficial + Show player servers.

• Search using a piece of the name.

• Click Refresh.

• Check that the server is online on the dashboard.

The server appears, but I can't join

• Check the password.

• Wait 1–2 minutes, then try again.

FAQ

Do the steps change depending on the platform?

No. Menus and filters are the same on PC and console.