Ark Survival Ascended – Turret Guide for Beginners: PvP & PvE Tactics

by Fernando Diaz / Articles, ARK: Survival Ascended / 05 Jan 2023

Alright folks, let’s dive deep into the nitty-gritty of some serious turret tech for Ark Survival Ascended… If you’re looking to amp up your base defense game in both PvP & PvE you’re in the right place; we’re talking advanced strategies, new settings & all the insider tips you need to fortify your fortress like a pro.

Types of Turrets – What’s in Your Arsenal?

Tek Turrets: These bad boys are your heavy hitters… Load them up with 5,000 element shards & watch them dish out the pain.

Auto Turrets: Your bread & butter for defense, reliable & solid.

Heavy Turrets: Think of these as your Auto Turrets on steroids.

Plant Species X: The sneaky slow-mo shooters… They don’t just hurt; they hinder.

The Golden Ratio – Balancing Your Turret Team

For the endgame players, here’s the deal… You want a solid mix. Think about an 80/15/5 split – 80% Tek Turrets for the muscle, 15% Heavy for the support & 5% Plant Species X for that sweet, sweet crowd control.

LOS (Line of Sight) – If You Can’t See ‘Em, You Can’t Shoot ‘Em

Your turrets need a clear view to work their magic… Keep an eye out for anything that could block their line of sight like rocks or misplaced structures; it’s like giving your turrets a pair of x-ray goggles.

Placement Strategies – High, Low, Everywhere We Go

On the Ground: The best spot for most of your turrets… Keep ‘em grounded & they’ll keep you covered.

Elevated Positions: Mix in some high-altitude turrets; they’re great for getting the drop on attackers but remember they can be vulnerable to long-range attacks.

Mesh Placement: Sticking turrets on indestructible meshes?? Big brain move… it makes it way harder for raiders to take down your defenses in one fell swoop.

Turret Settings – Tweaking for Triumph

Range: Crank it up to high… Always… No brainer??

Targeting Specifics: Customize each turret’s target settings. Tek turrets? Focus on survivors… Heavy turrets? Mix it up between wild creatures & survivors or tamed creatures.

Exclusion Tactics – Be Picky with Your Targets

With the new settings you can get super specific about what your turrets should ignore… Got a Rex problem?? Set some turrets to exclude them… This lets you tailor your defenses against common raid tactics.

Advanced Placement – Getting Crafty with Construction

Railings & Fence Foundations: Use these for that perfect turret elevation… Just enough height to make a difference, not enough to be a sitting duck.

Tek Gateways: Sturdy & versatile, great for placing turrets with extra protection.

Spike Walls & Add-Ons – The Extra Layer of Nope

Throw in some spike walls & other structures around your turrets… It’s like telling raiders, “You shall not pass!!” These extra defenses make it a real headache for anyone trying to sneak up on your turrets.

Wrapping It Up

Remember, the key to a rock-solid defense in Ark Survival Ascended is adaptability & strategy… Mix & match your turrets, play around with settings & always be on the lookout for new tricks & tactics… With this guide in hand, you’re well on your way to becoming a turret-placing wizard, keeping your base safe & your enemies frustrated.

Fernando Diaz

Fernando is doing what he always did, sharing his honest opinions about games whenever he can. The difference is now he is writing and not talking about it.
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