What arguments does the HurtMe command take?

The HurtMe command takes one argument: amount type: number. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.

How do I enable admin commands to run HurtMe?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats first, then run cheat HurtMe . Without admin access the console rejects it.

Which game is the HurtMe from?

The HurtMe is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

What is the syntax for the HurtMe command?

The syntax is cheat HurtMe . Open the admin console, paste it, replace any with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

How current is the HurtMe info?

The HurtMe entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.

Can I run the HurtMe command over RCON?

Yes. Send cheat HurtMe through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

ARK · COMMAND

HurtMe

Command

A cheat command that damages your player character by a specified amount, useful for testing damage mechanics or deliberately lowering health.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat HurtMe <Amount>

Arguments

amount type: number: The amount of damage you wish to deal to your character.

About

HurtMe applies direct damage to your character. Pass a numeric amount to control how many hit points you lose. The command executes immediately and is useful for testing survival scenarios, damage thresholds, or game balance without waiting for environmental or creature damage.

Because it requires cheat mode and affects only your own character, it poses no griefing risk. Use it in creative sessions or when you need to quickly reach a specific health state for testing purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HurtMe used for?: HurtMe applies direct damage to your character. Pass a numeric amount to control how many hit points you lose. The command executes immediately and is useful for testing survival scenarios, damage thresholds, or game balance without waiting for environmental or creature damage.
What arguments does the HurtMe command take?: The HurtMe command takes one argument: amount type: number. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
How do I enable admin commands to run HurtMe?: In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats <AdminPassword> first, then run cheat HurtMe <Amount>. Without admin access the console rejects it.
Which game is the HurtMe from?: The HurtMe is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
What is the HurtMe?: A cheat command that damages your player character by a specified amount, useful for testing damage mechanics or deliberately lowering health.
What is the syntax for the HurtMe command?: The syntax is cheat HurtMe <Amount>. Open the admin console, paste it, replace any <placeholders> with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.
How current is the HurtMe info?: The HurtMe entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.
Can I run the HurtMe command over RCON?: Yes. Send cheat HurtMe <Amount> through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.