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ARK: Survival Ascended - Details on the New Map "Dragontopia" and Evolution of the Taming System
This is the latest information on ARK: Survival Ascended's new map "Dragontopia", and a commentary video focusing in particular on the evolution of the taming system. The dragon's AI and the relationship with the player are emphasized, and a more interactive and optional taming experience is expected. It also touches on the update to Unreal Engine 5.7 and the potential performance improvements that come with it.
1. 🐉 New Map "Dragontopia" Overview: Influence from How to Train Your Dragon
- ✅ ARK: Survival Ascended's completely new map "Dragontopia" is scheduled for release in December 2026.
- ✅ A world inspired by the movie "How to Train Your Dragon".
- ✅ This time, we will explain in the order of the Dragon Kingdom, Dragontopia.
00:00 - 00:33
1. 🐉 New Map "Dragontopia" Overview: Influence from How to Train Your Dragon
- ✅ ARK: Survival Ascended's completely new map "Dragontopia" is scheduled for release in December 2026.
- ✅ A world inspired by the movie "How to Train Your Dragon".
- ✅ This time, we will explain in the order of the Dragon Kingdom, Dragontopia.
00:34 - 02:38
2. 🗺️ Ark Management's First Custom Map: Expectations and Concerns
- ✅ The first custom map created by Ark management themselves.
- ✅ Past operation maps (Scorched Earth, Aberration, etc.) have a high degree of difficulty.
- ⚠️ Don't be careless just because it's a custom map. Consider the possibility that the difficulty will be high.
02:39 - 06:21
3. 🤝 New Taming System: Emphasis on AI and Relationships
- ✅ New attempts may be introduced regarding taming.
- ✅ "Bonding", "B-friending", and "Character Development System" are keywords.
- ✅ Dragons will be equipped with AI, and their behavior may change depending on their relationship with the player.
- ✅ Unlike conventional taming by knocking them unconscious and feeding them, the process of building relationships and becoming friends will be important.
06:22 - 08:27
4. 🐲 Dragon's Independent AI: Changes and Options Depending on Relationship
- ✅ Dragons have independent AI, and their personality and behavior may change depending on their relationship with the player.
- ✅ They are friendly to players who are on good terms with them, but may take hostile actions if they are not.
- ✅ Choices may arise during the taming process, and the evolution and abilities of the dragon may change depending on the results.
08:28 - 09:57
5. 🔄 Evolution of the Taming System: Introduction of Randomness and Diversity
- ✅ The taming system may be expanded and evolved towards ARK2.
- ✅ We are aiming for a system that creates variables and randomness, rather than repeating the same thing.
- ✅ Instead of a templated taming method, it may be necessary to respond according to the situation.
09:58 - 12:33
6. 🤔 Summary: Expectations and Concerns for Dragontopia
- ✅ Expectations for Dragontopia, the first custom map created by Ark management themselves.
- ⚠️ It is necessary to consider the possibility that the difficulty will be high, based on the trends of past operation maps.
- ✅ The new taming system may not be a dominant relationship, but one that creates communication and choices.
12:34 - 15:49
7. ⚙️ Update to Unreal Engine 5.7 and Potential Performance Improvements
- ✅ An update to Unreal Engine 5.7 is planned, and may coincide with a collaboration event.
- ✅ Expectations that performance issues on large maps may be improved by updating Unreal Engine.
- 🙏 I can only hope that the update goes well.
15:50 - 16:02
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