How much is Ark: Survival Ascended going to cost?

The cost of Ark: Survival Ascended is set at $59.99, which includes all previously released DLCs and maps in its remade form, offering a comprehensive gaming experience. This price point applies across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X, providing a unified cost for players regardless of their preferred gaming platform.

Overview of Ark: Survival Ascended

Ark: Survival Ascended is a remastered version of the original Ark: Survival Evolved, featuring Unreal Engine 5 graphics, improved physics-based destruction, and an overhauled user interface, making it a significantly enhanced version of the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. Is Ark: Survival Ascended a separate game? Yes, Ark: Survival Ascended is a separate game from Ark 2, the planned sequel to the original game, and it is designed to overhaul the original game and its expansions.
2. Will Ark: Survival Ascended include all DLC? Yes, Ark: Survival Ascended will include all its previously released DLCs and maps in its remade form, along with its own content roadmap.
3. How much will Ark Ascended cost on PS5? The cost of Ark: Survival Ascended on PS5 is $59.99, including DLC.

Release and Availability

4. When can I purchase Ark: Survival Ascended? Ark: Survival Ascended is available for purchase on Steam and will be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S from November.
5. Is Ark: Survival Ascended out on PS4? No, Ark: Survival Ascended is only available on PC (Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with no plans for release on last-gen consoles like PS4.

Game Content

6. What does Ark: Survival Ascended come with? Ark: Survival Ascended includes access to all of Ark’s worlds, including Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, ARK Genesis Part 1, ARK Genesis Part 2, and more.
7. Will Ragnarok be in Ark Ascended? Yes, Ragnarok will be added to Ark: Survival Ascended in Q1 2024, following the initial release content.
8. Are there new dinos in Ark Ascended? Yes, Ark: Survival Ascended adds five new creatures, each with new game mechanics and unique features, and one new creature to the base game.

Technical and Platform Information

9. Is Ark Ascended on Steam? Yes, Ark: Survival Ascended is available on Steam, offering a 10% discount for early purchasers.
10. Will Ark Ascended have mods on console? Yes, Ark: Survival Ascended will support cross-platform modding, facilitated by Overwolf and CurseForge, ensuring PC-crafted Ark mods are compatible with consoles.
11. Is Ark: Survival Ascended a remake or remaster? Ark: Survival Ascended is somewhere between a remake, remaster, and reimagining of the original game, with significant graphical, gameplay, and interface overhauls.

Additional Information

12. How long is 1 day in Ark to real time? By default, a day in Ark takes around 40 minutes in real-time, while the night is 20 minutes.
13. Is Ark servers shutting down? Yes, the official servers for Ark: Survival Evolved are scheduled to shut down, with a confirmed closure date and time.
14. Which Ark DLC are free? Several Ark DLCs are free, including Ark Fjordur, Ark Lost Island, Ark Ragnarok, Ark Valguero, and Ark Crystal Isles.
15. How many paid DLCs are in Ark? At the time of writing, there are 12 DLCs for Ark: Survival Evolved, with five being expansion packs, six being expansion maps, and one converting an essential game system.