Exciting news for Xbox Series X and S players as Ark: Survival Ascended has finally launched today after several delays, with initial problems in the certification process postponing the original release date. The game, running on the powerful Unreal Engine 5, features a revamped user interface, character customization options, and the inclusion of splitscreen multiplayer. Ark: Survival Ascended also introduces an in-game mod browser, bringing mod support to console versions of the game for the first time.
However, there's a drawback for PlayStation enthusiasts; the release of Ark: Survival Ascended for the PS5 has been pushed back to early December due to unforeseen issues found during the certification with Sony. Studio Wildcard expressed their appreciation for the patience from the Xbox community and regret for the delay experienced by PlayStation fans.
Ark: Survival Ascended is a remake of the original Ark: Survival Evolved and was announced earlier this year after the anticipated sequel, Ark 2, had its release delayed until late 2024. This new version includes several updates and will initially only be available as part of a bundle with Ark 2, a decision Studio Wildcard revisited after some controversy.
The game had previously been released for PC in October. With this release, Xbox gamers can look forward to diving back into the dinosaur-filled world of ARK with enhanced features and functionalities.
Samira Khan
Samira Khan is a narrative enthusiast with a keen eye for storytelling in games. Her literary approach to game criticism examines themes, character development, and plot structure, earning her a following among gamers who appreciate the art of narrating.
Read more articles from Samira Khan
Comments
It's great to see ARK pushing the envelope on the Xbox Series X|S with Unreal Engine 5, breathing new life into the dino-survival genre with modern features like an in-game mod browser—split-screen multiplayer is a cherry on top. While PlayStation users might be feeling the sting of the delay, it's a solid move for Studio Wildcard to ensure the game is thoroughly polished, fostering good will among the ever-patient gaming community.
Absolutely thrilling to see Ark: Survival Ascended finally make it to the Xbox ecosystem, especially with that sweet, sweet Unreal Engine 5 makeover and fresh gameplay features. As a gamer, I can't help but feel for the PlayStation crowd, though—hang tight, friends, your dino adventures are just a little further on the horizon
Pretty sweet to see Ark: Survival Ascended hitting Xbox with that Unreal Engine 5 goodness. Adding splitscreen and mod support is a big win for console gamers, even if the PS5 crowd has to hang tight a little longer.