Snail, Inc. Announces ARK: Survival Ascended, the Next-Generation Remaster of ARK: Survival Evolved Powered by Unreal Engine 5

Rhea-AI Summary

Snail (Nasdaq: SNAL) has announced the upcoming release of ARK: Survival Ascended (ASA), a remaster of ARK: Survival Evolved, set for August 2023 on Xbox Series S/X, PC, and PlayStation 5. Priced at $59.99, ASA will include revamped content and additional downloadable content (DLC) like The Island and Survival of the Fittest. Future updates will integrate more DLCs and introduce a new canonical story expansion pack in Q4 2023, featuring new creatures. The release aims to enhance the gaming experience with Unreal Engine 5, focusing on improved visuals and gameplay. CEO Jim Tsai expressed excitement about attracting both loyal players and new audiences. Snail continues to emphasize its commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences.

Positive

• Release of next-generation remaster ARK: Survival Ascended expected in August 2023.
• Comprehensive package priced competitively at $59.99.
• Integration of popular DLCs and planned updates to enhance player engagement.
• Commitment to continuous support and improvements for the ARK franchise.

Negative

• None.

CULVER CITY, Calif., April 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) (“Snail” or “the Company”), a leading, global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment, today announced ARK: Survival Ascended (“ASA”), the next-generation remaster of the beloved ARK: Survival Evolved, harnessing the power of Unreal Engine 5 (“UE5”), is expected to release on Xbox Series S/X, PC (Windows/Steam), and PlayStation 5 in August 2023.

ASA is expected to be available as a standalone package on all platforms at $59.99. This comprehensive package will contain the remastered and next-generation optimized content, including The Island, a revamped Survival of the Fittest, and other DLCs and maps (including Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, Genesis Part 1 & Part 2, Fjordur, Ragnarok, The Center, Lost Island, Valguero, and Crystal Isles).

Upon launch, ASA players will gain access to The Island, Survival of the Fittest and Scorched Earth. The other DLCs will be added over time. The game will showcase significant improvements and enhancements and ongoing planned updates with new features, content drops, creatures, items, structures, and DLC. Survival of the Fittest will be integrated into ASA as a new fully-supported game mode, backed by a dedicated development team concentrating on gameplay changes and adjustments. Moreover, a new canonical-story expansion pack for ASA is expected to be available in Q4 2023, introducing four new creatures and more details to be revealed later this year.

Snail is committed to delivering the finest gaming experience and will continue to support the next generation of ARK with continuous updates and enhancements.

Jim Tsai, Chief Executive Officer of Snail, commented, "We are excited to bring ASA to our loyal players and new audiences alike. Leveraging the power of UE5, we aim to elevate the iconic ARK gaming experience to new heights, providing enhanced visuals, gameplay, and features that will engage the community for years to come."

About Snail, Inc.

Snail is a leading, global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs and mobile devices.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this press release can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “should,” “plan,” “intend,” “may,” “predict,” “continue,” “estimate” and “potential,” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements appear in a number of places in this press release and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding Snail’s intent, belief or current expectations. These forward-looking statements include information about possible or assumed future plans and objectives related to the release of ASA, including but not limited to, the timing of the release, the pricing of ASA, the content and features of ASA, the release of the expansion pack for ASA. The statements Snail makes regarding the following matters are forward-looking by their nature: growth prospects and strategies; launching new games and additional functionality to games that are commercially successful; expansion of upcoming games; its ability to develop new video games and enhance existing games; its relationships with third-party platforms such as Xbox Live and Game Pass, PlayStation Network, Steam, Epic Games Store, Google Stadia, the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store and the Amazon Appstore; assumptions underlying any of the foregoing.

Contacts:

Investors:

investors@snail.com

FAQ

What is the release date for <em>ARK: Survival Ascended</em> by Snail?

The release date for ARK: Survival Ascended is set for August 2023.

What platforms will <em>ARK: Survival Ascended</em> be available on?

ARK: Survival Ascended will be available on Xbox Series S/X, PC (Windows/Steam), and PlayStation 5.

How much will <em>ARK: Survival Ascended</em> cost on launch?

ARK: Survival Ascended will launch at a price of $59.99.

What new content can players expect in <em>ARK: Survival Ascended</em>?

Players can expect remastered content, including The Island, and additional DLCs over time, alongside a new canonical story expansion pack by Q4 2023.

What improvements will <em>ARK: Survival Ascended</em> feature?

ARK: Survival Ascended will feature significant improvements in visuals and gameplay, enhanced by Unreal Engine 5.