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ASA Admin Commands: Complete Guide

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This guide answers what Ark: Survival Ascended admin commands are, how to enable them, and how to use them to spawn items, tame creatures, teleport, and manage your server. You’ll get a complete list of the most useful command codes, their syntax, and step-by-step instructions for both single-player and dedicated servers.

What Are Admin Commands in ASA?

Admin commands are console commands that let you control nearly every aspect of Ark: Survival Ascended (ASA). They are the same core commands from Ark: Survival Evolved, but with some updated item IDs and new engrams. You can use them to spawn creatures and items, teleport, change the time of day, give yourself experience, and even force-tame wild dinosaurs. These commands are essential for server administrators, single-player players who want to test things, and content creators setting up scenes.

To use admin commands, you must first enable the console. On PC, press the Tab key (or ~ on some keyboards) to open the command line. On Xbox and PlayStation, you need to pause the game and press LB+RB+X+Y (Xbox) or L1+R1+Triangle+Square (PlayStation) simultaneously. If you’re on a dedicated server, you must have admin privileges and use the “EnableCheats” command first.

How to Enable Admin Commands

For single-player or a non-dedicated session, you can use admin commands immediately without any password. For a dedicated server (one you host yourself or rent), you need to log in as admin. Here’s the exact process:

  1. Open the console (Tab on PC, or the button combo on consoles).
  2. Type EnableCheats YourAdminPassword and press Enter. If you’re the server owner, the password is whatever you set in the ServerAdminPassword setting in your GameUserSettings.ini file.
  3. Once enabled, you can type any admin command followed by the necessary arguments.

If you are playing on a non-dedicated server (hosting from your own game), you can also use the SetAdminPassword command to set a password, but it’s not required for local play.

Essential Commands: Spawning, Taming, and Teleporting

Here are the most frequently used commands, broken down by function. Note that all commands are case-insensitive, but the arguments (like blueprint paths) are case-sensitive.

Spawning Items and Creatures

  • GiveItemNum <itemID> <quantity> <quality> <blueprint> – Spawns an item by its numeric ID. For example, GiveItemNum 1 1 0 0 gives you one stone. The quality is a number (0=primitive, 1=ramshackle, 2=apprentice, etc.), and blueprint is 1 or 0 (1 to give the blueprint instead).
  • GiveItem <blueprint path> <quantity> <quality> <blueprint> – Spawns an item using its full blueprint path, like GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponGun.PrimalItem_WeaponGun'" 1 0 0.
  • SpawnDino <blueprint path> <level> <spawn distance> <y offset> <z offset> <tamed?> – Spawns a creature. The blueprint path is long, but you can use the shorter Summon command for a wild dino at a set level: Summon <creature ID> <level>. For example, Summon Rex_Character_BP_C 150.
  • Forcetame – Tames the creature you are currently looking at instantly. This is the easiest way to get a tame without waiting.

Teleporting

  • Teleport – Teleports you to the location of your crosshair (where you are looking).
  • TeleportPlayerID <playerID> – Teleports a specific player to your location.
  • SetPlayerPos <x> <y> <z> – Teleports you to exact coordinates. You can get your current coordinates with the GetPlayerPos command.

Common Problems and How to Fix Them

Many players run into issues when using commands. Here are the most frequent problems and their solutions:

  • Command not working: Ensure you have typed the command exactly, including underscores and quotes. For blueprint paths, the entire path must be in quotes. Also, check that you have admin enabled (on dedicated servers).
  • Item ID not found: ASA uses new blueprint paths for many items. The old numeric IDs from ASE often work, but some have changed. Use the GiveItem command with the full blueprint path to be safe.
  • Cannot spawn a creature because it’s too big: Use the SpawnDino command with a spawn distance (e.g., 1000) to place it further away. The default distance is 0, which can put the creature inside you or the terrain.
  • Console doesn’t open: On PC, ensure you’re not in windowed mode or that the game has focus. On consoles, the button combo must be pressed simultaneously while the pause menu is open.

Admin Command Cheat Sheet: Top 20 Commands

Here is a quick reference list of the most useful commands. Remember to replace <arguments> with your own values.

  1. God – Become invincible.
  2. InfiniteStats – Your health, stamina, oxygen, and food never deplete.
  3. Fly – Toggle flying mode.
  4. Walk – Toggle walking mode (to turn off fly).
  5. Ghost – Toggle noclip (fly through walls).
  6. GiveEngrams – Unlock all engrams.
  7. GiveExp <amount> – Give yourself experience points.
  8. SetTimeOfDay <hh:mm> – Set the time of day (e.g., SetTimeOfDay 12:00).
  9. Kill – Instantly kill the creature or player you are looking at.
  10. DestroyAll <type> – Destroy all creatures of a certain type (e.g., DestroyAll Dinosaurs).
  11. GiveAllStructure – Gives you all structure blueprints.
  12. GiveAllItems – Gives you all item blueprints.
  13. AdminCheat <command> – Prefix for many commands on dedicated servers (e.g., AdminCheat God).
  14. SetAdminPassword <password> – Set a password for your non-dedicated session.
  15. SaveWorld – Force a save of the world.
  16. Broadcast <message> – Send a server-wide message.
  17. KickPlayer <playerID> – Kick a player from the server.
  18. BanPlayer <playerID> – Ban a player from the server.
  19. GiveColor <colorID> – Apply a color to the creature you’re looking at.
  20. SetBabyAge <age> – Set the age of the baby creature you’re looking at (0.0 to 1.0).

Finding Item and Creature IDs

The hardest part of using admin commands is knowing the correct IDs. Here are the best ways to find them:

  • In-game: Use the GetAllState command to see the blueprint paths of nearby items and creatures. This is the most reliable method because it shows the exact path for your game version.
  • Online databases: Websites like the official Ark Wiki and community databases maintain lists of blueprint paths for ASA. These are user-maintained and can be outdated, so cross-check with the in-game method.
  • Common examples: Some IDs are stable across versions. For instance, Rex_Character_BP_C for a Rex, PrimalItem_WeaponGun for a pistol, and PrimalItemResource_Stone for stone.

Remember that ASA is a new game, and some IDs from the original ASE have changed. Always test a command in a single-player world before using it on a live server.

Admin Commands vs. Server Settings

Admin commands are temporary and affect the current session. They are perfect for immediate actions like spawning a dino or teleporting. However, for persistent changes (like increasing taming speed, harvest rates, or disabling structure decay), you need to edit the server configuration files (Game.ini and GameUserSettings.ini) or use the in-game server settings menu. For example, to make taming faster, you would set TamingSpeedMultiplier=3.0 in the GameUserSettings.ini file. Admin commands are not saved when you restart the server, but server settings are.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I open the admin command console on Xbox or PlayStation?

On Xbox, pause the game and press LB, RB, X, and Y at the same time. On PlayStation, press L1, R1, Triangle, and Square simultaneously. The command line will appear at the top of the screen.

Why is my admin command not working on a dedicated server?

You must first type EnableCheats followed by your admin password. If you haven’t set an admin password, you won’t be able to use commands. The password is set in the ServerAdminPassword setting in the GameUserSettings.ini file on the server.

Can I use admin commands to spawn a tamed creature?

Yes, you can use the SpawnDino command with the last argument set to 1 to spawn a tamed creature. For example, SpawnDino "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/Dinos/Rex/Rex_Character_BP.Rex_Character_BP'" 150 0 0 0 1 spawns a level 150 tamed Rex. Alternatively, spawn a wild one and use Forcetame on it.

What is the difference between GiveItemNum and GiveItem?

GiveItemNum uses a numeric ID that is not always intuitive and can change between updates. GiveItem uses the full blueprint path, which is more reliable and consistent. Always prefer GiveItem when you know the blueprint path.

Are admin commands the same as cheat codes?

Yes, in Ark, admin commands are often referred to as “cheat commands” and you may see them prefixed with cheat in some guides. For example, cheat God is the same as God. On dedicated servers, you may need to type AdminCheat before the command.

How do I find my player ID for teleporting or kicking?

You can find your player ID by typing GetPlayerInfo in the console. This will show your Steam ID or Epic ID, which is your player ID. For other players, you can use GetAllPlayerInfo to see a list of all connected players and their IDs.

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