ARK Park

39%
Game Brain Score Based on 392 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • stability
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Ark Park has the ability to make us feel small in what could be a dangerous world of dinosaurs. The moments are there, you just have to find them.
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"ARK Park" is a virtual reality adventure game set in the world of "ARK: Survival Evolved." Explore an open world filled with dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, interact with them, and solve puzzles to progress. Play with up to six players for cooperative gameplay, or ride and tame dinosaurs to build your own park. Richly detailed environments and a variety of activities make for an immersive experience.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
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Reviews

39%
Audience ScoreBased on 392 reviews
graphics34 positive mentions
stability18 negative mentions
  • The graphics are visually appealing and some of the best seen in a virtual reality dinosaur game.
  • The game offers a fun experience for younger audiences, especially those interested in dinosaurs.
  • There are moments of immersion and excitement when interacting with dinosaurs in the VR environment.
  • The gameplay is limited and feels more like a tech demo than a full game, with small, confined areas and repetitive tasks.
  • Controls are awkward and unintuitive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
  • The game is plagued by bugs, crashes, and performance issues, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.
  • graphics103 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as good or even excellent, particularly in terms of the animated holographic dinosaurs. However, many others criticize the graphics as blurry, underwhelming, and reminiscent of older titles, leading to a lack of immersion. Overall, while there are moments of quality, the inconsistency and technical issues detract from the overall visual experience.

    • “The graphics are good, the prehistoric creatures are fun and not so terribly inaccurate as to be cringe-worthy, and the controls and locomotion are good.”
    • “The animated holographic dinosaurs can be picked up and inspected in detail; their wriggling and kicking is artfully executed, as are the other exhibition pieces.”
    • “But the visuals are just stunning; the gameplay is fine too.”
    • “I thought something was wrong with my headset because I was playing at max graphics, yet the game seemed fake, blurry around the edges, and was overall not a good experience.”
    • “Graphics were atrocious - super blurry and unrendered.”
    • “The first thing you'll notice when you start the game is that the graphics are quite lacking compared to what was shown in the trailer.”
  • gameplay48 mentions

    The gameplay has been widely criticized for being extremely limited and unengaging, with many players expressing disappointment over the inclusion of crafting and fighting mechanics that detract from the exploration experience they expected. Reviewers noted that the game feels oversold and underdelivers on its promises, with small explorable areas and a lack of meaningful content, leading to a general sense of boredom. Despite some praise for the visuals, the overall gameplay experience is deemed lacking, with many suggesting it feels more like a demo than a fully realized game.

    • “As far as gameplay, so far it is a mix of exploration, material collection to build tools/weapons, and scanning new lifeforms.”
    • “But the visuals are just stunning; the gameplay is fine too.”
    • “Frankly, I wouldn't get this for the action, and there is much more value from the other gameplay elements.”
    • “The gameplay is extremely limited (a forgivable offense in current VR if the rest of the experience makes up for it... it doesn't), the textures are meh at best, the screens/trailers are extremely misleading (both visually and gameplay-wise), less than consistent frames, and just a general sense of disappointment.”
    • “This game had so much potential; but when it comes to actual gameplay, the potential completely fizzles out.”
    • “Definitely not worth the money spent, pretty boring altogether... some say graphics are great, but I don't really agree, dinos look kinda plastic, gameplay is close to non-existent.”
  • stability18 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs that hinder gameplay, such as tutorial interruptions and overlapping audio cues. Users report heavy CPU usage, occasional freezing, and sound glitches, which detract from the overall experience. While some players acknowledge the game's potential, the technical problems make it feel unplayable for many.

    • “It is very buggy; I cannot complete the tutorial because the dragonfly gets in the way, so I basically had to figure out how to play on my own.”
    • “Also, there were some glitches. I would move to a location and a voice would begin to tell me interesting facts about a dinosaur, but at the same time, my guide robot would be like, 'Hey, let’s go over here, come on,' and the two voices overlapping each other made it hard to hear the fun facts.”
    • “The sound glitches in and out too, putting the final nail in the coffin of immersion.”
  • story14 mentions

    The story of the game is criticized for being weak and lacking depth, with a simplistic premise of interacting peacefully with dinosaurs on a designated planet. Players report significant gameplay issues, including glitches that hinder progression and a lack of engaging plot elements, leading to a disappointing overall experience.

    • “I mean the storyline is you've traveled to a planet, specifically set up so people can peacefully interact with dinosaurs without killing or being killed.”
    • “Sure, the actual gameplay is a little weak; there is very little plot and the majority of areas are not even battle areas.”
    • “Bad story.”
    • “(note: I've seen Robinsons mentioned and I think this had the potential to be better (especially in storyline and overall content), but when I played it, it suffered from controls and glitches that were so bad that it was unplayable and the graphics weren't very sharp.”
  • optimization12 mentions

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users report smooth performance on higher-end systems, others experience constant stuttering and require significant settings adjustments to achieve playable frame rates. CPU usage is noted to be high, leading to occasional glitches and loading issues, though these can often be resolved with reboots. Overall, players are advised to check system requirements carefully before purchasing, as performance varies greatly depending on hardware.

    • “Very well optimized...”
    • “And the game runs smoothly and not as blurry as other games.”
    • “These aren't the best graphics I've ever seen in VR or even the best dinosaurs; however, they still look pretty good and the game runs smoothly on my GTX 1060.”
    • “Constant stuttering.”
    • “Constant stuttering.”
  • replayability10 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users noting that once the initial content is completed, there is little incentive to return. Reviewers express disappointment in the minimal content and suggest that without future updates to enhance replay value, the game feels more like a short-lived experience rather than one worth revisiting.

    • “It has very little content and no replay value when you have finished the game the first time.”
    • “The developers never figured out what type of game they wanted to make and there is absolutely zero replayability.”
    • “There's hardly any replayability in it; once you finish all the battle levels, there's nothing else really to do and you won't exactly be itching to play them again.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in resource gathering and crafting, which offers little reward. The egg hatching and dinosaur raising mechanics also contribute to a sense of monotony, leading to a lack of engaging content once the initial exploration is complete. Overall, the grindy nature detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “After only collecting materials for crafting once, it already feels tedious.”
    • “The egg hatching and dinosaur raising is also very tedious and boring.”
    • “At the moment, everything becomes a bit grindy with nothing new to do once you've explored everything.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive quality and masterful composition, drawing inspiration from iconic scores like John Williams' work on Jurassic Park and elements from Universal Studios' Jaws ride. Reviewers highlight the effective integration of sound effects and background music, contributing to an engaging overall experience.

    • “Every effort has been put into this piece; the music touches on John Williams' score from Jurassic Park (presumably not enough to breach license), and the monorail ride is taken straight from Universal Studios' Jaws ride. All the pieces are masterfully put together to create an awesome sequence.”
    • “3A level graphics, immersive music, fluent tutorials, and exciting battles!”
    • “The background music is well done.”
    • “Every effort has been put into this piece, the music touches on John Williams' score from Jurassic Park (presumably not enough to breach license), and the monorail ride is taken straight from Universal Studios' Jaws ride. All the pieces are masterfully put together to create an awesome sequence.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with users labeling it as a blatant cash grab that detracts from the overall experience. Many feel that improvements in controls and graphics could have elevated the game, but the focus on profit undermines its potential.

    • “It is a cash grab.”
    • “This is very much a cash grab.”
    • “It would be a breathtaking experience if the controls were done better, graphics were more fine-tuned, and if it wasn't a quick cash grab.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the reviews stems from a mix of confusion and absurdity regarding the game's quality, with one user finding the game's stupidity amusing and questioning how others could genuinely enjoy it. The juxtaposition of VR's potential and the game's perceived shortcomings adds to the comedic tone, highlighting the irony of its reception. Overall, the humor is characterized by a blend of frustration and laughter at the game's failings.

    • “The idea that people liked this and don't work for the company is hilarious.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's experience design for evoking a sense of wonder and enjoyment, akin to being a tourist exploring a vibrant dinosaur world. This emotional connection enhances the overall immersion and engagement with the game.

  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is consistently praised for being well-executed, contributing significantly to the overall experience.

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Critic Reviews

46% average critic score

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Play time

14hMedian play time
12hAverage play time
8-16hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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