New Biomes & Mutagen

Ark: Survival Evolved's Genesis Part 2 biome guide covers the Garden and Corrupted Zones. Learn to gather Mutagen in the Corrupted Zone for creature imprinting.

Genesis Part 2 introduces two distinct and visually striking biomes that significantly alter the gameplay experience. The first is the 'Garden' section, a sprawling, vibrant, and seemingly idyllic environment characterized by lush flora, exotic plant life, and a generally peaceful atmosphere. While appearing serene, this biome still harbors its own unique challenges and creatures that players must contend with. The second biome is the 'Corrupted' section, a stark contrast to the Garden. This area is a dangerous, Rockwell-infested zone, visually represented by a decaying, corrupted landscape. It is a high-threat environment filled with aggressive, mutated creatures and environmental hazards.

Within the Corrupted Zone, You can discover a new and crucial resource: Mutagen. Mutagen is a powerful substance that plays a vital role in advanced creature development. It is essential for crafting certain high-tier Tek items, which offer significant advantages in combat and survival. More importantly, Mutagen is used to imprint on creatures. Imprinting is a mechanic that allows players to bond with their tamed creatures, providing stat bonuses. When Mutagen is used during the imprinting process, it can instantly boost a creature's imprint percentage to 100%, granting them the maximum possible stat bonuses from imprinting. This makes Mutagen an incredibly valuable resource for players aiming to create exceptionally powerful and specialized creatures for endgame content, such as boss fights or PvP.

The presence of these two contrasting biomes, each with its own unique resources and threats, necessitates different survival strategies. adapt their gear, taming priorities, and combat approaches depending on whether they are exploring the verdant Garden or braving the perilous Corrupted Zone. The discovery and utilization of Mutagen in the Corrupted Zone further emphasize the importance of mastering these new environments for unlocking the full potential of their dinosaur companions.