ARK: Survival Evolved

ARK: Survival Evolved

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ABOUT THIS GAME

Survive the Island of ARK: Survival Evolved

ARK: Survival Evolved drops players onto a mysterious island teeming with ancient creatures and rival survivors. Stranded without supplies, the primal challenge is to survive, adapt, and escape. Players must master the art of hunting, taming, and building in this rich open-world survival game that combines elements of strategy and RPG mechanics.

Tame and Train Dinosaurs in a Living Ecosystem

Your quest begins with taming over 50 unique creatures that roam the island, from Raptor packs to fierce T-Rexes. Each dinosaur requires a different approach to subdue and protect, inviting players to engage in a compelling balance of strategy and action. Once tamed, these creatures can level up, obey commands, and even carry inventory for your adventures. The depth of the taming system enhances the sandbox gameplay, allowing players to create their own personal allies in a relentless world.

Resource Management: Food, Water, and Environmental Challenges

Survival hinges on managing your basic needs. Players must eat, drink, and prepare for the harsh elements, making food selection crucial for survival. Each food type has varying nutritional values, and the environment impacts your ability to stay alive. Day and night cycles, as well as fluctuating weather conditions, add layers of difficulty. Crafting gear and shelters becomes necessary, providing a satisfying loop of resource gathering and creation as you protect yourself against threats.

Crafting a Unique Experience with Customization

The crafting mechanics in ARK allow players to harvest resources like wood and metal to create extensive bases and powerful gear. With a customizable crafting system, players can modify the look of their items and structures, contributing to a unique playstyle. Paint your armor, decorate your living space, and build defenses. The modular construction offers endless possibilities for those who enjoy personalizing their survival experience.

Battle Mythical Creatures and Face Serious Challenges

For the seasoned players looking for end-game content, ARK presents the ultimate challenge: summoning legendary creatures. By collecting rare items and finding specific locations, you can awaken these formidable beings for combat. Defeating them not only tests your skills but provides valuable loot. This system keeps advanced players engaged, offering formidable battles beyond standard exploration.

Persistent World to Test Your Limits

The persistent online world supports up to 70 players in each session, where your character and creations remain even when you're offline. The complexity of player interactions can lead to intense competition, where other players might steal your hard-earned items or attempt to enslave you. This high-stakes environment raises the tension and impact of each decision made during gameplay.

Level Up and Enhance Your Character Skills

Progression is significant in ARK, where players earn experience to level up their survivors. As you navigate the dangers of the island, you acquire crafting engrams and blueprints that unlock new opportunities. The character creation system allows for detailed customization, making each survivor uniquely yours while enhancing your chances of survival in this brutal environment.

Join the Adventure on PC

Available on PC, ARK: Survival Evolved appeals to fans of the survival genre with its compelling mechanics and dynamic ecosystem. As you engage with other players and confront the perils of the island, prepare for a deeply satisfying and challenging journey that tests both your instincts and strategic thinking. This is survival at its most primal—join the adventure and carve your path through ARK.

PRICE FACTS

Price facts for ARK: Survival Evolved
Current best price$14.99 at Steam
All-time lowFree at Steam
All-time low dateJune 2022
Last 30 daysDown 80%

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What platforms is ARK: Survival Evolved on?

ARK: Survival Evolved is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox and Xbox & PC.

When was ARK: Survival Evolved released?

ARK: Survival Evolved was released on August 27, 2017.

How much does ARK: Survival Evolved cost?

The current lowest price for ARK: Survival Evolved is $14.99 at Steam.

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GAME INFO

Metacritic-6.5
FranchiseArk
Release2017-08-27

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