How to Build A House in Ark: Survival Ascended

You need to know how to build a house in Ark: Survival Ascended, as the game just throws you into the wilderness to fend for yourself. Because of this, your house is essential not only as a shelter but also as a respawn location when you are killed.

What materials do you need to make a house in Ark: Survival Ascended?

Before you can build your domicile to escape enemies, you will first need to gather the right materials. As with all tools in Ark: Survival Ascended, the game revolves around a gameplay loop of finding resources and crafting them. Early on, you can build your house from more straightforward materials such as straw or wood.

While these materials are simple and practical in the early game, you will eventually need to use stronger materials. However, better building materials will require more Engram Points for crafting. The first step you should take as you start your game, though, is to craft a hatchet and pickaxe so you can acquire the wood and stone needed to build your house.

Where to build your house in Ark: Survival Ascended

Once you have the resources to build a house, you must then lay the foundation, literally. You will need to plant a foundation before you can go about constructing a building. However, finding a suitable location is crucial as you will be building this dwelling up over the course of your playthrough.

If you regret where you built your house, you must start over from scratch. An area that is close to the water is good for agricultural purposes and also gives you quick access to a boat. You also want your house to be on top of a flat area so you have room to expand. It should also be pointed out that the further north you build your house, the higher your chance of being in danger. So choose carefully!

What should you put in your houses in Ark: Survival Ascended?

As your house in Ark: Survival Ascended is your base of operations, you’ll need to outfit it with whatever amenities you can. Inside, you can place items such as smithing tables, storage units, a mortar and pestle, and a cooking pot.

One essential item to plant is your bed, which will serve as a respawn point. Additionally, you can add a lockable door to keep out other players. You have even more options outside of your house. Here, you can plant crops, build a fence for your tamed animals, and add further defenses. In time, you’ll turn your simple cottage into an entire compound.

Ark: Survival Ascended is now available on PC and is currently in development for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S at a later date.