Free to Play ARK Spinoff Hits Major Player Milestone

ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition Soars Past 3 Million Downloads in Three Weeks

ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition, the free-to-play mobile spin-off of the popular ARK: Survival Evolved franchise, has achieved remarkable success, surpassing three million downloads within its first three weeks of release (December 18th, 2024). This impressive figure significantly outperforms the mobile port of the original ARK: Survival Evolved, demonstrating a substantial increase in player engagement.

Despite receiving mixed reviews upon launch, the game's popularity continues to grow on both iOS and Android platforms. Currently, it holds a respectable position in the adventure game charts of both app stores, ranking highly in both popularity and revenue. While user reviews are varied, reflecting a range of player experiences, the overall download numbers paint a picture of strong initial success.

Developed by Grove Street Games, the same studio behind the acclaimed Nintendo Switch port of ARK: Survival Evolved (2022), ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition offers players a familiar yet mobile-optimized experience. Players can explore a dinosaur-infested world, gathering resources, crafting weapons, building bases, and taming creatures.

The publisher, Snail Games, has confirmed ongoing development efforts by Grove Street Games to expand the game's content. Future updates will introduce new maps, including Ragnarok, Extinction, Genesis Part 1, and Genesis Part 2, promising even greater depth and replayability.

ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition's strong launch further solidifies Grove Street Games' reputation for delivering high-quality ARK experiences across various platforms. With its release on the Epic Games Store planned for 2025, the game's accessibility and popularity are poised to continue their upward trajectory. The future of the ARK franchise remains bright, with this mobile title adding another layer of success to the already established series.