Hey survivors! Remember that time I spent three real-life days taming a Rex, only to watch it drown because I forgot whistles? Yeah, that's when I discovered the magic of ARK Survival Evolved Xbox One commands. These aren't just cheats - they're lifesavers when glitches happen or when you just want to experiment. And guess what? Getting them to work on console isn't as straightforward as PC, but I've got your back.
Getting Started with Console Commands on Xbox
First things first: unlike PC, you can't just tap a key to open the command console. On Xbox, it's a secret handshake:
See that text box at the bottom? That's your golden ticket. But here's the kicker – ARK Xbox One commands only work in single-player or non-dedicated sessions. Try this on official servers and... well, don't.
Warning: Using commands disables achievements! I learned this the hard way after summoning a dodo army. If you care about Gamerscore, create a separate save file.
Essential Admin Privileges Setup
Before any command works, you MUST enable admin permissions:
| Step | Action | Visual Cue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open command console | Text box appears |
| 2 | Type: EnableCheats YOURPASSWORD | No confirmation message |
| 3 | Press "Admin Command" button | Keyboard disappears |
Replace "YOURPASSWORD" with anything – I use "coffee" because survival runs on caffeine. Now you're ready for the good stuff.
Pro Tip: Can't see what you're typing? Adjust your HUD scale under Options > Video. That tiny console text drove me nuts until I fixed it.
Most Useful ARK Commands for Xbox Players
These are the commands I use weekly. Forget those massive lists with 200 entries – these 15 will cover 90% of your needs:
| Command | Parameters | What It Does | My Usage Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| God | None | Invincibility toggle | Great for scouting dangerous areas |
| Fly | None | Flight mode toggle | Build tall structures without scaffolding |
| GMSummon | "CreatureBlueprint" Level | Spawns tamed creature | Use "Gigant_Character_BP_C" for Rex |
| GiveItemNum | ItemID Quantity Quality Blueprint | Adds items to inventory | Quality 0 = primitive, 1 = ramshackle etc. |
| SetTimeOfDay | Hour:Minute | Changes game time | "06:00" for perfect daylight building |
| DestroyWildDinos | None | Respawns all wild creatures | Fixes missing high-level dinos |
| Teleport | Lat Lon Alt | Moves player to coordinates | Check location with "GetPlayerPos" first |
Ever tried typing complex commands with an Xbox controller? It's torture. Save yourself headaches with these shortcuts:
Gfi Gun 1 0 0 – Gets a primitive longneck rifle
Playersonly – Freezes all creatures/actions
The Item ID Shortcut You Need
Instead of memorizing numbers, use the GFI command format:
Example: Gfi Rifle 1 0 1 → Gets an ascendant longneck rifle
Quality tiers: 0=primitive, 1=ramshackle, 2=apprentice, 3=journeyman, 4=mastercraft, 5=ascendant
Honestly? The ascendant sniper rifle I spawned made the Overseer fight feel cheap. Sometimes less cheating = more fun.
Troubleshooting Xbox Command Issues
When commands fail (and they will), here's what to check:
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Command not working | Admin not enabled | Re-enter EnableCheats password |
| Creature doesn't spawn | Wrong blueprint path | Check spelling/capitalization |
| Inventory full | Too many items spawned | Use lower quantity value |
| Game crashes | Invalid coordinates | Teleport within map boundaries |
Workaround: If your spawned dino is wild, use forcetame while looking at it. Just don't abuse this – taming the old-fashioned way builds character!
Blueprint Paths for Popular Creatures
Finding creature codes is the #1 headache. Bookmark these:
Argentavis: Argent_Character_BP_C
T-Rex: Rex_Character_BP_C
Wyvern: Wyvern_Character_
BP_Fire_C (Fire)
Rock Drake: RockDrake_Character_BP_C
Shadowmane: Shadowmane_Character_BP_C
Pro tip: Add "_C" to most creature names. If it fails, Google "[creature name] blueprint path ark" – I do this constantly.
Advanced Command Strategies
Once you've mastered basics, try these power moves:
Custom Experience Rates
Speed up leveling without making it ridiculous:
SetBabyMatureSpeed 5 → 5x maturation (default 1)
SetCuddleInterval 0.05 → More frequent imprinting
I set maturation to 10x once. Big mistake – my base looked like Jurassic Park during feeding time.
Weather Control
Annoyed by constant rain or sandstorms? Become Mother Nature:
cheat stoprain → Clears weather
cheat SetSnow 1 → Activates snow (Ragnarok)
cheat SetSnow 0 → Disables snow
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does "GiveItemNum" give me garbage items?
A: You're missing parameters. Full syntax: GiveItemNum [ItemID] [Quantity] [Quality] [Blueprint?] (1=True). Quality ranges 0-5.
Q: Can I use ARK Xbox One commands to unlock engrams?
A: Absolutely! Use: cheat GiveEngrams to unlock all or cheat GiveEngramsToPlayer "EngramName" for specifics.
Q: My spawned creature disappeared! What gives?
A: Did you force-tame it? Untamed dinos despawn. Either use forcetame immediately or spawn with GMSummon "Blueprint" 150.
Q: Are there creative mode commands for Xbox?
A: Type creative to toggle creative mode. Fly, instant-build, and no material costs. Crazy powerful.
Q: How do I reset command effects?
A: Most toggles (like god mode) disable when re-entered. For global resets, exit to main menu and reload.
Ethical Cheating & Final Thoughts
Look, I get it - purists say commands ruin the game. But when your level 200 base-building save corrupts? ARK Survival Evolved Xbox One commands become emergency tools. Here's my personal rulebook:
- Fix glitches: Recover items swallowed by the map
- Skip grind: After surviving "legit" once
- Creative testing: Build prototypes in god mode
- Never use in multiplayer (unless private server)
The day I spawned a Giga to photograph it? Magical. The day I one-shotted the Dragon Boss? Felt hollow. Find your balance.
Final pro tip: Write complex commands in your phone notes first. Xbox typing is brutal. Now go forth - may your frame rates be high and your accidental dino deletions zero!
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