There are quite a few caves in The Center in Ark Survival Ascended for you to get lost in. They each have different uses, but they are each wonderous to behold. If your PC can run it, that is.
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Every cave location in Ark Survival Ascended The Center
Interestingly enough, each of these caves does house anArtifact– or two! You’ll need tobe mindful of the temperature fluctuationsin these caves and prepare accordingly.
North Ice Cave
The North Ice Cave is a pretty lengthy and terribly cold cave that hosts both the Artifact of the Clever and the Artifact of the Devourer.
You’ll find its entrance just north of the northernmost mountain at these coordinates:
Latitude:21.9Longitude:27.1
In the North Ice Cave, you’ll find the following creatures:
Be mindful of the drop downs and the underwater passages in this cave!
South Ice Cave
The South Ice Cave contains the Artifact of the Skylord within it, as well as a host of dangers and lethally low temperatures.
You’ll find the entrance to the South Ice Cave just below the southernmost mountain, at these coordinates:
Latitude:59.6Longitude:20.6
In the South Ice Cave, you’ll find the following creatures:
There are some lethal drops, so mind your step.
Lava Oasis Cave
The Lava Oasis Cave contains the Artifact of the Hunter. It’s also extremely hot and contains no lava, despite the name.
This cave’s entrance can be found at the west side of the volcanic island, at these coordinates:
Latitude:20.2Longitude:46.3
You’ll find the following creatures in the Lava Oasis Cave:
Note that the tall grass will conceal threats. Tread lightly!
The Lava Cave is located on the right side of the northern volcanic island, and in there you’ll find the Artifacts of the Massive and Strong.
The cave’s entrance can be found at these coordinates:
Latitude:15.0Longitude:62.0
In the Lava Cave, you’ll find the following creatures:
This cave is said to be the most difficult on the entire map– so only enter when you have a strong mount and strong equipment.
The Jungle Cave
The Jungle Cave has five entrances, all which lead to the Artifact of the Immune.
You’ll find the entrances to the Jungle Cave at the following coordinates:
In the Jungle Cave, you’ll find the following creatures:
If you’re after the Artifact, choose your entrance wisely to have an easier time – or just bring SCUBA gear.
Cliffside Cavern
The Cliffside Cavern is a huge expanse of land. It has its own ecosystem, and theArtifact of the Cunning.
There are three entrances for you to choose from, each located in the Snowy Grasslands:
Note that the sides of this cavern are rather open-plan, so you can fly into the cavern when jumping off the cliff facing west.
In the Cliffside Cavern, you’ll find the following creatures:
This isan excellent place to build your base, even in multiplayer settings.
The Center Cave
The Center Cave is inside a floating island, which makes it incredibly cool by default. Also, you’ll find the Artifact of the Devious in there.
The Center Cave has three entrances, funnily enough, in The Center island:
You’ll find the following creatures inside the Center Cave:
Try not to fall, or you’ll be sleeping with the Megalodons…
Southeastern Trench
The Southeastern Trench isn’t really a cave – it’s an underwater trench. But the player base has classified it as one all the same. The Artifact of the Brute is found deep below.
There is no cave entrance for the Southeastern Trench, as you’re able to access it from the eastern edge of the map.Bring appropriate SCUBA gearand a formidablemount, and you’ll be able to access it just fine.
In the Southeastern Trench, you’ll find the following aquatic creatures:
Night Vision Goggles, or even a Tek Helmet, is advised to navigate in the near pitch-black darkness of this trench.
Underground World
The Underground World is ahugeregion that stretches under almost all of the middle of the map. In there, stowed away, is the Artifact of the Pack.
There are many entrances to the Underground World, each found at these coordinates:
In the Underground World, you’ll find the many following creatures:
The Underground World is almost a map in its own right, so making a base down here could be a great idea.
Now that you know all about the caves in Ark Survival Ascended The Center, you’d bestsuit up with the right resourcesand equipment before you go spelunking.
Aidan Lambourne
Aidan Lambourne is a contributing writer for PC Invasion, with almost a couple years of experience in the industry. He has written about Roblox extensively, although has keenly covered new releases and indie games. A passionate writer and gamer, he still can’t really believe he gets to indulge in both for a career.
