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Compound Bow
- Item
- Base Game
A mid-tier ranged weapon that fires arrows with moderate damage and accuracy, useful for hunting and PvP without requiring gunpowder.
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Blueprint Path
Full blueprint path
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow.PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow'"Spawn Commands
GFI Code
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0GiveItemNum
cheat GiveItemNum 372 1 0 0About
The Compound Bow is a craftable ranged weapon that serves as a stepping stone between the Crossbow and firearms. It fires standard arrows, making ammunition cheap and easy to mass-produce compared to bullets or tranquilizer darts.
On a server, admins typically spawn it to equip new players or stock tribe armories during early progression. The bow does not require a blueprint and spawns as a single item, no stack limit applies. Use the GFI code to hand it out quickly, or summon it with cheat gfi 372 1 0 0.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Compound Bow class used for in mods or spawn tools?
- Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Compound Bow by its class
PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow_Cor GFIPrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended. - Which game is the Compound Bow from?
- The Compound Bow is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
- How do I spawn multiple Compound Bow at once?
- Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 25 0 0spawns 25 of the Compound Bow. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size. - What items are related to the Compound Bow?
- See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Compound Bow, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.
- What do the numbers in the Compound Bow spawn command mean?
- In
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0, the code identifies the Compound Bow, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Compound Bow. - Is the Compound Bow a DLC item or part of the base game?
- The Compound Bow is part of the base ARK: Survival Ascended game, so no DLC or map pack is required to spawn or craft it.
- Can I spawn the Compound Bow over RCON or on a dedicated server?
- Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console:
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0. If your tool already runs with admin context, drop the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups. - How do I spawn a higher-quality Compound Bow?
- The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant.
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 100 0attempts a top tier Compound Bow. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored. - Does the Compound Bow spawn command work in single-player and multiplayer?
- Yes, the command is identical in both. Single-player has cheats enabled by default; multiplayer just requires an admin login first. The Compound Bow then spawns the same way.
- What's the Compound Bow class name?
- The class name for the Compound Bow is
PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow_C. Class names end in_Cand identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros. - How do I open the console to spawn the Compound Bow?
- On PC, press Tab to open the admin console, paste the command, and press Enter. On Xbox and PlayStation, open the pause menu and use the on-screen command bar. Then drop in the Compound Bow spawn code from this page.
- What is the Compound Bow?
- A mid-tier ranged weapon that fires arrows with moderate damage and accuracy, useful for hunting and PvP without requiring gunpowder.
- What is the admin command to spawn the Compound Bow?
- Open the admin console and run
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0. That gives you one Compound Bow instantly. The three numbers after the code are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. Raise the first to spawn a stack, or set the last to 1 to receive it as a blueprint instead of a finished item. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026. - What's the difference between GFI and GiveItemNum for the Compound Bow?
- Both spawn the Compound Bow.
gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBowmatches the item by name and is quickest to type;GiveItemNum 372uses the numeric ID and is precise for scripting. Same result, different lookup. - What's the numeric item ID of the Compound Bow?
- The numeric item ID for the Compound Bow is
372. Use it with GiveItemNum,cheat GiveItemNum 372 1 0 0, to spawn by ID instead of by GFI name. - When was the Compound Bow data last updated?
- The Compound Bow entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
- How do I spawn the Compound Bow by its item ID?
- Run
cheat GiveItemNum 372 1 0 0in the admin console. GiveItemNum spawns by numeric ID, which is precise for scripts and control panels. The trailing numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. - How do I spawn the Compound Bow as a blueprint instead of a finished item?
- Set the final argument to 1:
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 1. The last number is the blueprint flag, where 0 gives the crafted item and 1 gives its blueprint (for craftable items; on items with no blueprint the flag is simply ignored). - Why isn't my Compound Bow spawn command working?
- Check three things: admin access is enabled (
enablecheatson servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copyingcheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes. - What is the GFI code for the Compound Bow?
- The GFI code for the Compound Bow is
PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, socheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path. - What's the full blueprint path of the Compound Bow?
- The full blueprint path is
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow.PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item:cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow.PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes. - How do I add the Compound Bow to a starter kit or loadout?
- Include
cheat gfi PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow 1 0 0in your server's kit or spawn script, and set the quantity argument to hand out multiples. Pair it with other item commands from the Codex to build a full loadout. - How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Compound Bow?
- In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin first with
enablecheats <AdminPassword>, then run the Compound Bow spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it. - Is the Compound Bow spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?
- Yes. The Compound Bow's class name, GFI code, item ID, and blueprint path are reproduced exactly from the live game data and re-checked each patch, so you can copy them straight into your console.
- Can I get the Compound Bow without spawning it?
- Yes. The Compound Bow can also be obtained through normal ARK: Survival Ascended progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
- What is the Compound Bow used for?
- The Compound Bow is a craftable ranged weapon that serves as a stepping stone between the Crossbow and firearms. It fires standard arrows, making ammunition cheap and easy to mass-produce compared to bullets or tranquilizer darts.
- Where can I copy the Compound Bow spawn command?
- Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Compound Bow command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.
- How do I give the Compound Bow to another player?
- Look at the player and run
cheat GiveItemToPlayer <PlayerID> 372 1 0 0, or stand near them and usecheat GiveItemNum 372 1 0 0after selecting them in your admin tools. It's the quick way to hand out the Compound Bow during events and giveaways. - What's the difference between the Compound Bow GFI code and its blueprint path?
- The GFI code
PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBowis a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow.PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow'"is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Compound Bow. - Is the Compound Bow blueprint path case-sensitive?
- Yes.
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Weapons/PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow.PrimalItem_WeaponCompoundBow'"must be typed exactly, including capitalization and the wrapping quotes. Copy it from this page to avoid a typo that returns an empty spawn.