Automated Ark: The Ultimate Wiki & Configurator

Welcome to the definitive, all-in-one resource for the Automated Ark mod. This page seamlessly combines a complete list of all structures with their in-game data, and integrates the INI and Engram configurators directly into each item. Find a structure, view its stats, and customize its behavior all in one place.

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How to Add Your Custom INI Code

How to Add to GameUserSettings.ini

The code generated for GameUserSettings.ini should be placed in that file. If you don't have an [ArkAutomatedSettings] section already, add the entire generated block. If you do, just add the new setting lines under the existing header.

Singleplayer / Client PC

Typically found at (your drive may vary):
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\ARK Survival Ascended\ShooterGame\Saved\Config\Windows\GameUserSettings.ini

  1. Ensure ARK: Survival Ascended is closed.
  2. Navigate to the path above and open GameUserSettings.ini with a text editor.
  3. Scroll to the bottom of the file.
  4. Paste the generated code.
  5. Save the file and restart your game.

How to Add to Game.ini

The generated code for Game.ini must be placed under the [/Script/ShooterGame.ShooterGameMode] heading to work correctly.

Singleplayer / Client PC

Typically found at:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\ARK Survival Ascended\ShooterGame\Saved\Config\Windows\Game.ini

  1. Open Game.ini with a text editor.
  2. Find or add the [/Script/ShooterGame.ShooterGameMode] line.
  3. Paste the generated code directly below this heading.
  4. Save and restart your game.

For Nitrado & Hosted Servers

  1. Log in to your server provider's web interface (e.g., Nitrado, G-Portal).
  2. Stop your ARK server. This is a critical step.
  3. Navigate to "Config Files," "Settings," or your "File Browser."
  4. Select GameUserSettings.ini or Game.ini to edit it.
  5. Follow the same steps as the single-player instructions above, pasting the correct code into the corresponding file under the correct headings.
  6. Save your changes in the web interface.
  7. Restart your server.

Important Tips

  • Backup First: Always back up your .ini files before making changes.
  • One Section Header: Ensure there is only one [ArkAutomatedSettings] header in your GameUserSettings.ini file. Add new settings under an existing one if present.
  • Restart Required: Changes to .ini files require a full game or server restart to take effect.
  • Read-Only?: Make sure your .ini files are not set to "Read-Only" in their file properties, as this will prevent changes from being saved.