ARK: Survival Ascended dedicated servers

ArkasmARK: Survival Ascended Server Manager

Run one ARK server—or an entire cluster—without turning routine maintenance into a full-time job.

Arkasm brings installation, configuration, updates, scheduled maintenance, backups and live server control into a familiar Windows desktop application.

Available now · In active developmentWindows desktop applicationDeveloped by Creative Digital Design
Arkasm main server-management window showing four ARK servers and the server settings controls
Features

Tools for the complete server-maintenance cycle.

The page is organised around practical outcomes rather than a long list of minor settings.

01

Multi-server control

Arkasm Pro can manage multiple ARK: Survival Ascended servers from one interface, with group actions and configurable delays.

02

Updates & validation

Install, update or validate dedicated server files through SteamCMD, with automatic update checking and maintenance workflows.

03

Configuration editor

Manage launch options, Game.ini and GameUserSettings.ini through organised controls while retaining direct file access.

04

Scheduled maintenance

Configure daily restart times, countdown warnings and automatic update-and-restart behaviour.

05

Backups & retention

Create manual and automatic backups, restore saved data and use graduated retention to control disk use.

06

RCON & player tools

Send RCON commands, view connected players and handle common administration tasks from the manager.

07

Ark Server API

Arkasm Pro can install and maintain the Ark Server API and assist with API plugin management.

08

Discord & webhooks

Send lifecycle notifications through webhooks and use supported Discord integration for remote visibility and control.

09

Live state monitoring

See whether each server is stopped, starting, ready, shutting down or updating without tracking separate console windows.

How it fits together

Built around the way ARK servers are actually maintained.

Arkasm keeps the server process separate while giving you a central place to prepare settings, launch it, monitor its state and carry out planned maintenance.

  • Import an existing installation or create a fresh one
  • Set map, ports, cluster ID and launch options
  • Keep game configuration settings organised
  • Warn players before planned shutdowns
  • Automatically recover after unexpected stops
Pricing

Choose the edition that matches your server setup.

Prices and availability are shown as a clear decision rather than buried inside the feature list.

Arkasm Lite
Free / name your priceCore single-server management
  • Download and manage one ARK server
  • Server lifecycle, settings, updates and backups
  • Ideal for private or smaller servers
Download Lite

Store pricing, discounts and availability may change. The itch.io product page is the definitive source at the time of purchase.

Requirements

What you will need

Operating systemModern 64-bit Windows
Server filesARK: Survival Ascended dedicated server
SteamCMDUsed for install, update and validation
NetworkRequired for downloads and online features

Take the repetitive work out of managing your ARK servers.

Visit the product page for the current download, price and release information.

Download Arkasm Lite