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Play and guide the characters of movie stars Vin Diesel and Auli’i Cravalho as they strive to survive the prehistoric and futuristic world of ARK 2! Read on to learn how it plays, what it’s about, and everything else we know so far.
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ARK 2 Gameplay
ARK 2 builds upon the survival mechanics of its predecessor, ARK: Survival Evolved while introducing significant changes to its gameplay loop and design philosophy.
Players navigate a prehistoric world filled with diverse biomes, taming dinosaurs and other creatures, gathering resources, crafting tools, and building shelters. The game emphasizes survival through exploration, resource management, and cooperation or competition with other players in its multiplayer mode.
A major shift in ARK 2 is its focus on a third-person perspective, aiming for a more immersive and cinematic experience. It also features a refined combat system that includes Soulslike mechanics such as timed dodges, parries, and precise melee combat. The game also integrates a dynamic world system, where events and ecosystems evolve based on player actions.
Key factors that differentiate ARK 2 from its predecessor include a more robust story-driven narrative starring Vin Diesel as Santiago, serving as both a protagonist and a pivotal character in the game's lore.
ARK 2 also got a major graphical upgrade over Survival Evolved, offering improved visuals, more realistic environments, and enhanced creature animations, particularly with the various dinosaurs players are expected to encounter.
ARK 2 Story
The story of ARK 2 unfolds on Arat, a prehistoric exoplanet that becomes humanity's last hope after a devastating war renders Earth uninhabitable. In a desperate bid for survival, Earth’s refugees are sent to this distant and mysterious world, hoping to rebuild their lives. Yet humanity is not alone—prehistoric species, long extinct on Earth, have also been transported to Arat.
These ancient creatures have flourished, multiplying into dominant forces that now rule the planet as its wild and untamed masters. Arat’s environment, though lush and vibrant, hides a perilous nature, forcing the surviving humans to unite in their ongoing struggle against the hostile wildlife.
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