Game series
Every Ark game, in release order
The 4 Ark games in the Tier catalog, from 2017 to 2023, in release order.
307 critic and player ratings across the series.
Where to start
Start with Ark: Survival Evolved (2017), the first game in the series.
Ark: Survival Ascended is the highest-rated entry, with a critic score of 72/100.
FAQ
How many Ark games are there?
The Tier catalog lists 4 Ark games, released between 2017 and 2023. Updated October 2026.
In what order should I play Ark?
This page lists every Ark game in release order, which is the order the story and the mechanics were built in. The series opens with Ark: Survival Evolved (2017). The highest-rated entry is Ark: Survival Ascended, a common starting point for newcomers.