How to Change Your ARK Server Map

ARK: Survival Evolved offers several playable ARKs which consist of many unique environments, resources and creatures to experience on your server. All ARK maps are supported at Shockbyte, including all Expansion Packs, DLCs and Custom Maps.


Changing Server Map

To change the server map, you must select the Server Map you wish to switch to through the Multicraft control panel.

  1. Access your control panel and Stop your server.
  2. Navigate to Files > Config Files.
  3. Select ARK Server Settings.

  4. Select the map you wish to switch to from the Server Map dropdown.
  5. Click Save and Start your server.

To learn more about ARK: Survival Evolved, you can check out our library of Knowledgebase articles found here

If you require any further assistance, please contact our support at: https://shockbyte.com/billing/submitticket.php

Mitchell Smith

Managing Director @ Shockbyte

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