ARK: Survival Evolved Update 2.03 Patch Notes - PS4, Xbox & PC

Cryopods are now able to be crafted at obeliskAdded HLN-A Explorer Notes 1-5 for Genesis ChroniclesAdded Corrupted Avatar Armor helmet for Genesis Chronicles

While the first bullet on the list is fairly innocuous, it’s the last two changes that will be most critical for players. In preparation for the game’s Genesis expansion this winter, Studio Wildcard has added Genesis Chronicles content. Much like the Extinction Chronicles that made their way to the title last year, this new update adds five Explorer Notes to the open world. Each one contains hints regarding the lore of the next DLC, and finding all five offers access to the Corrupted Avatar Armor listed above. Those who want to get a sneak peek at what Genesis has to offer won’t want to miss today’s download.

What to Expect in the rest of Genesis

For those who missed the Expansion’s reveal in August, here’s a recap of most of its main features.

HLNA

First speaking character, Buddy AIShe’s available now in an update with the Season Pass as a cosmetic petTraining you for something. She can’t go where you go and the arrival is soonHLNA offers goals and multiplayer or single-player missionsShe has a fully customizable look

Map

New map in both partsVolcano, snow, jungle, water biomeIt’s a totally new simulation

Giant Tortoise

You can build stuff on itPermanent tame, mobile baseShell grows rare resourcesHis shell has an oxygen bubble underwater

Lava Lizard

First actual, huge dinoFunctions better in magmaShoots magamaGreat AoE attackTamable, ridable, swims in lava, doesnt like water

Shape Shifter

Likes Element, transforms when he eats it. Becomes huge, rideable Hulk.

Unfortunately today’s Genesis Chronicles update doesn’t add these creatures, but at least interested players can prepare for their arrival. Genesis is the first part of a second Season Pass for ARK: Survival Evolved. Those who buy the pass will be privy to additional content drops throughout 2020.

ARK: Survival Evolved is available now on PC, Xbox One, PS4 and Switch. The Genesis Chronicles update is live on PC, Xbox One and PS4.

What are your thoughts on ARK update 2.03? Are you excited for Genesis Chronicles? Tell us in the comments section!