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ARK: Survival Ascended
Action
Adventure
Indie
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Early Access
Single-player
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
LAN PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
LAN Co-op
Shared/Split Screen Co-op
Shared/Split Screen
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Includes level editor
Remote Play Together
Family Sharing

ARK is reimagined from the ground-up into the next-generation of video game technology with Unreal Engine 5! Form a tribe, tame & breed hundreds of unique dinosaurs and primeval creatures, explore, craft, build, and fight your way to the top of the food-chain. Your new world awaits!

Developers: Studio Wildcard Grove Street Games Instinct Games
Publishers: Studio Wildcard Snail Games USA
Release Date: Oct 25, 2023
Price (USD): $11.24
Current Players: 32k

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Mixed(60%)
unique survival
dinosaur interaction
improved graphics
extensive content
exploration
resemblances to original
performance issues
server experience
poor optimization
cash grab
expensive DLCs
frequent crashes
The general sentiment around the game is a blend of frustration and appreciation. Many players are drawn to the unique survival gameplay featuring dinosaurs, however, this enthusiasm is frequently overshadowed by poor optimization and cash grab DLCs. While some players enjoy the visuals and content updates, the resemblances to the original game without significant improvement frustrate others. Overall, the game attracts dedicated fans of survival and dinosaur themes, but many are wary of spending money due to its expensive nature and performance issues.

Positive Points

  • The game is enjoyed for its unique survival gameplay and the appeal of taming and interacting with dinosaurs.
  • Graphics and visual updates are praised, with players noting improvements compared to the original.
  • The open-world aspect, fostering creativity and exploration, is highly regarded by players who appreciate building and customization.
  • Many players enjoy the extensive content and mods available, allowing for diverse and personalized gameplay experiences.

    • Negative Points

  • The game is criticized heavily for poor optimization, with many players unable to run it smoothly, even on high-end PCs.
  • It is described as a cash grab, with essential content and creatures locked behind expensive DLCs, leading to a pay-to-win sentiment.
  • Technical issues like frequent crashes, bugs, and poor performance are frequent complaints, frustrating players.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players appreciate the improvements and newer features, others view it as not significantly different from the original game.
  • The complex and often frustrating multiplayer and server experience also receives mixed feedback, with issues in hosting and connectivity cited.

    • Common Themes

  • There is strong criticism of the game’s optimization and performance issues, which are a prevalent theme across many reviews.
  • Players note the game requires a powerful PC to enjoy due to demanding graphics and poor optimization.
  • Sentiments about the game being a cash grab due to frequent costly DLCs and pay-to-win features are common.
  • The unique appeal of dinosaur interaction and survival gameplay continues to be a strong point, enticing players who are fans of the genre.
    • Updated 6/28/2026, 12:01:14 AM UTC
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