The update, released on January 17, 2023, was primarily centered on the Lunar New Year event, introducing new boss mechanics and festival-themed items. Key Features & Additions
: Deals 10% more damage and receives 50% less damage during Beginner and Master modes of the ARK Defending Challenge.
: Added the Royal Knight Cape in Beginner mode. Gameplay Optimizations
: Included the return of Pink Slimes in Novice Grassland and Dawn Island, which drop event-specific items when defeated. Pixark 1.175 Lunar New Year Patch Notes - SteamDB
: Players can craft and use Dragon Head, Body, and Tail Lanterns to deal damage, shield themselves, or remove the boss's buffs during the encounter.
: Placing different dishes on a table grants various buffs and greetings.