Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition, a revamped version of the popular survival game, is launching on mobile devices! Get ready to experience the thrill of dinosaur-infested island survival. The release date is set for December 18th on iOS, with an anticipated Android release to follow.
This isn't just a simple port; Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition includes the original game and a massive five expansion packs: Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, and Genesis Parts 1 & 2. This translates to thousands of hours of gameplay, according to developer Studio Wildcard.
For the uninitiated, Ark: Survival Evolved helped define the open-world survival genre, adding a unique twist: dinosaurs! In Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition, you'll battle both prehistoric beasts and other players, progressing from rudimentary tools to advanced weaponry and a loyal dinosaur army. Your goal? To dominate this tropical paradise.
More Than Just Dinosaurs
This mobile edition offers a significantly expanded experience compared to the original. The inclusion of five expansion packs provides a wealth of new content and challenges. While performance on older devices remains to be seen, the sheer amount of gameplay promised is impressive.
If this is your first foray into the Ark universe, don't worry! Plenty of guides are available to help you survive the island and avoid becoming a dinosaur snack. Check out Dave Aubrey's essential survival tips for Ark: Survival Evolved to get a head start!
