Will ARK 2 be on Xbox 1s?
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ARK 2 will not be available on Xbox One consoles, as it is a launch exclusive for Xbox Series X
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Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
- What is ARK 2?: ARK 2 is an upcoming action-adventure survival game developed by Studio Wildcard, featuring a new story, characters, and gameplay mechanics.
- When will ARK 2 be released?: The release date for ARK 2 has been delayed to the end of 2024, with the game initially planned for an earlier launch.
- What platforms will ARK 2 be available on?: ARK 2 will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, with no plans for a release on Xbox One or other last-gen consoles.
Gameplay and Features
- Will ARK 2 have a new combat system?: Yes, ARK 2 will feature a souls-like melee combat system, requiring players to be more strategic with their attacks and defenses.
- Will ARK 2 have a third-person perspective?: Yes, ARK 2 will have a third-person perspective, allowing for more advanced character traversal mechanics, such as mantling, free-climbing, and parkour.
- What creatures will be in ARK 2?: ARK 2 will feature a variety of creatures, including dinosaurs like the Araneomorphus, Brachiosaurus, and Microraptor, as well as fish like the Exellia, Trout, and Sturgeon.
Xbox and PC Availability
- Is ARK 2 an Xbox exclusive?: ARK 2 is a launch exclusive for Xbox Series X|S, but it will also be available on PC.
- Will ARK 2 be available on Xbox Game Pass?: Yes, ARK 2 will be available on Xbox Game Pass, with Microsoft paying $2.3 million to have the game included in the service.
- How much will ARK 2 cost?: The price for ARK 2 has not been officially announced, but the ARK: Survival Ascended remaster will cost $59.99.
ARK 1 and Server Information
- Will ARK 1 servers be shut down?: Yes, official servers for ARK 1 will be shut down when ARK: Survival Ascended launches, but unofficial servers and single-player mode will remain available.
- Can I still play ARK 1?: Yes, you can still play ARK 1 on unofficial servers, single-player, or non-dedicated servers, but official servers will be closed.
- What happens to ARK 1 expansions?: The expansions for ARK 1 will no longer be playable on official servers after they are closed.
Development and Delay
- Why is ARK 2 taking so long to develop?: The development of ARK 2 is taking longer due to the team’s adaptation to the new next-generation engine and pipelines.
- What is the current status of ARK 2 development?: The development of ARK 2 is ongoing, with the team working to ensure a smooth launch and a high-quality gaming experience.
- Will ARK 2 replace ARK 1?: ARK 2 is a sequel to ARK 1, and while it will offer a new story and gameplay mechanics, it is not a direct replacement for the original game, with ARK: Survival Ascended serving as a remaster of the original game.