ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition Launches Today on iOS and Android—Free to Play
Survival game enthusiasts, rejoice! ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition is officially available today for free on both iOS and Android platforms. Developed by Grove Street Games in collaboration with Snail Games and Studio Wildcard, this adaptation of the beloved ARK: Survival Evolved brings the dino-packed adventure to mobile devices with all the depth and features fans know and love.
What to Expect in ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition This isn’t just a stripped-down version for mobile—it’s a full-scale ARK experience. Players will enjoy the original ARK: Survival Evolved gameplay, complete with expansion packs such as Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, Genesis Parts 1 & 2, and the community-favorite Ragnarok map. These features make for countless hours of gameplay, packed into your mobile device.
The launch edition includes:
150+ Dinosaurs and Creatures: Tame, train, and interact with a wide variety of prehistoric and mythical creatures.
Massive Worlds: Explore sprawling environments, build bases, and gather resources.
Multiplayer Tribe Dynamics: Team up with friends to survive, conquer, and thrive in shared adventures.
Crafting and Building: Use in-game resources to construct everything from simple shelters to massive fortresses.
Currently, the app launches with the Island Map, Scorched Earth, and Aberration. The remaining expansions will roll out gradually, with all planned to be available by the end of 2025.
Gameplay Trailer For a closer look at what this mobile experience offers, check out the official launch trailer:
The trailer showcases a mix of dino-taming, exploration, and multiplayer action, highlighting just how well the mobile version mirrors its PC and console counterparts.
Subscription and Additional Purchases While ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition is free to play, there’s an optional subscription service called the ARK Pass, available for $4.99/month or $49.99/year. Subscribers get:
Access to all current and future Expansion Packs.
Monthly bonuses, including:
God Console: Use console commands in single-player mode.
Bonus XP across all game modes.
Monthly free "Keys" for exclusive in-game items.
Access to subscriber-only servers.
For those who prefer à la carte options, expansions and other features can be purchased individually.
Coming Soon to Epic Games Store Mobile For those who prefer Epic Games Store as their platform of choice, ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition will also be launching on its mobile marketplace in the near future.
Will You Join the Mobile Dino Adventure? With the full ARK experience now available on mobile for free, there’s never been a better time to jump in. Whether you're a seasoned survivor or new to the ARK world, this release brings an epic dino-filled journey to the palm of your hand. What are you most excited to explore? Let us know in the comments below!
