{"id":172444,"date":"2024-06-20T16:01:51","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T16:01:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=172444"},"modified":"2024-06-20T16:01:51","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T16:01:51","slug":"ark-2-release-date","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/gaming\/ark-2-release-date\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Ark 2: Release Date, Storyline, Gameplay, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ark 2<\/i> is an upcoming survival game<\/a> featuring Vin Diesel, set to be released in late 2024 on Xbox Series X and PC.<\/p>\n

The game will feature exciting new gameplay mechanics and a fresh storyline. Find out more details here!<\/p>\n \r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n

\r\n Key Takeaways<\/span>\r\n
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  • Ark 2's story picks up right after Genesis: Part 2, featuring a clone of Santiago on an alien planet.<\/li>\r\n
  • Vin Diesel stars as Santiago and is heavily involved in the game's development.<\/li>\r\n
  • New Elements: The game will introduce new parts of the Ark world with exciting new storylines and characters.<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \n

    Ark 2 Release Date Moved to “Late 2024”<\/h2>\n

    Studio Wildcard has repeatedly delayed the release of <\/b>Ark 2<\/i><\/b>, with the current target set for late 2024.<\/p>\n

    The delays aim to enhance the final product and ensure a rewarding player experience<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    Initially announced at The Game Awards in 2020 with a planned 2022 release, the game was first postponed to 2023 and then to 2024.<\/p>\n

    In December 2023, Snail Games confirmed the late 2024 launch.<\/p>\n

    Ark 2 Release Platforms and Exclusivity<\/h2>\n

    Ark 2<\/i> will be a launch exclusive for Xbox Series X <\/b>and will also be available on PC via Xbox Game Pass.<\/b><\/p>\n

    This exclusivity means that the game will not initially be available on PS5. However, given the success of ARK: Survival Evolved<\/i> on PS4, it is likely that Ark 2<\/i> will eventually be released on other platforms after the exclusivity period ends.<\/p>\n

    Ark 2 Trailers and Visuals<\/h2>\n

    The first <\/b>Ark 2<\/i><\/b> trailer, revealed at The Game Awards in 2020<\/b>, showcased Vin Diesel in his role as Santiago.<\/p>\n

    Captured in-engine, it hinted at the game’s tone and some of its features, though no gameplay was shown.<\/p>\n

    The subsequent trailer, released during E3 2022, was rendered in Unreal Engine 5. It highlights the game’s stunning visuals <\/b>and sets the stage for its storyline.<\/p>\n

    The trailer depicted a world where survival is a constant battle<\/b>, with Santiago and his daughter, Meeka, navigating a dinosaur-infested landscape.<\/p>\n

    Ark 2 Gameplay and Mechanics<\/h2>\n

    Ark 2<\/i> will bring several substantial changes compared to its predecessor:<\/p>\n

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    • Souls-Like Melee Combat:<\/b> The game will feature target-lock, blocking, dodging, combos, staggers, and special attacks.<\/li>\n
    • Third-Person Perspective:<\/b> Enhanced traversal mechanics, including sliding, swinging, free-climbing, mantling, and parkour will be included.<\/li>\n
    • Dynamic World Events:<\/b> These events occur independently of the player’s actions and offer unique rewards and challenges.<\/li>\n
    • Primitive Weaponry:<\/b> There will be a focus on crafting tools and weapons from various modules, allowing for millions of possible combinations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Ark 2 Storyline and Characters<\/h2>\n

      Continuing the Saga<\/h3>\n

      Ark 2’s<\/i> story continues from the end of <\/b>Genesis: Part 2<\/i><\/b>, the last DLC for Ark: Survival Evolved<\/i>.<\/p>\n

      The DLC finishes with a clone of Santiago<\/b> being sent to an alien planet, which is where Ark 2<\/i> takes place.<\/p>\n

      Vin Diesel’s character, Santiago, will be the main character<\/b>, and the story will introduce new parts of the Ark world.<\/p>\n

      Vin Diesel’s Role<\/h3>\n

      Vin Diesel isn\u2019t just a character in Ark 2<\/i> \u2014 he is also the president of creative convergence at Studio Wildcard<\/b>.<\/p>\n

      The actor is a massive fan of the original game, having logged over 1,000 hours of playtime<\/b>. As such, his experience and passion are expected to significantly impact the game’s development.<\/p>\n

      Mod Support and Future Content<\/h2>\n

      Cross-Platform Mods<\/h3>\n

      Ark 2<\/i> will feature cross-platform mod support through mod.io<\/b>, allowing players to create and share mods across PC and Xbox.<\/p>\n

      This system will enable the addition of new dinosaurs, items, and gameplay features, ensuring a rich and customizable gaming experience.<\/p>\n

      Post-Launch Support<\/h3>\n

      Studio Wildcard plans to support <\/b>Ark 2<\/i><\/b> with annual DLC content through 2029<\/b>, promising a steady stream of new adventures and updates.<\/p>\n

      Stay Tuned for More Ark 2 Updates!<\/h2>\n

      The Ark 2<\/i> release date is on the horizon, promising an epic survival adventure with groundbreaking gameplay and a compelling story.<\/p>\n

      Keep an eye out for more updates, trailers, and insights as we count down to the game\u2019s late 2024 release.<\/p>\n

      Don’t miss your chance to be among the first to explore the new world of Ark 2<\/i>.<\/p>\n

      Add the game to your wishlist, follow Studio Wildcard on social media, and prepare to embark on a prehistoric journey like no other. Stay tuned, and prepare to survive!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10028,"featured_media":172446,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[407],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-172444","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gaming"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172444"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10028"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=172444"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172444\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/172446"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=172444"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=172444"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=172444"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}