How do I use the ShowDebug command in ARK: Survival Ascended?

The syntax is ShowDebug . 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.

When was the ShowDebug data last updated?

The ShowDebug 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.

What arguments does the ShowDebug command take?

The ShowDebug command takes one argument: debug type type: debug overlay. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.

How do I enable admin commands to run ShowDebug?

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

Which game is the ShowDebug from?

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

Can I run the ShowDebug command over RCON?

Yes. Send ShowDebug 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

ShowDebug

Command

A cheat command that toggles various debug overlays on the game screen for troubleshooting and development.

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Syntax

Console syntax

ShowDebug <Debug Type>

Arguments

debug type type: debug overlay: The debug screen to show. Types: reset (disables all debug screens), physics, camera, bones, animation, input, collision, net, weapon, ai

About

ShowDebug activates or disables on-screen debug information. Admins use it to inspect game systems during testing, physics behavior, camera states, bone positions, animation frames, input handling, collision geometry, network traffic, weapon mechanics, and AI logic.

Pass a debug type to show that specific overlay, or use reset to clear all active debug screens at once. This command is useful for diagnosing server-side behavior, verifying creature or player state, and understanding why something isn't working as expected.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use the ShowDebug command in ARK: Survival Ascended?: The syntax is ShowDebug <Debug Type>. 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.
When was the ShowDebug data last updated?: The ShowDebug 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.
What is the ShowDebug used for?: ShowDebug activates or disables on-screen debug information. Admins use it to inspect game systems during testing, physics behavior, camera states, bone positions, animation frames, input handling, collision geometry, network traffic, weapon mechanics, and AI logic.
What arguments does the ShowDebug command take?: The ShowDebug command takes one argument: debug type type: debug overlay. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
How do I enable admin commands to run ShowDebug?: In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats <AdminPassword> first, then run ShowDebug <Debug Type>. Without admin access the console rejects it.
Which game is the ShowDebug from?: The ShowDebug 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 ShowDebug?: A cheat command that toggles various debug overlays on the game screen for troubleshooting and development.
Can I run the ShowDebug command over RCON?: Yes. Send ShowDebug <Debug Type> 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.