ARK: Survival Ascended
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Ark Survival Ascended's new best boy might be its strongest mount yet, but you have to pay for it
Ark: Survival Ascended has introduced the Cerberax, a new three-headed mount inspired by Greek mythology, as part of the Fantastic Tames Season 1 DLC. This mount, priced at $9.99, features heads with fire, lightning, and venom abilities, and can be tamed by placating each head sequentially. The update also includes the Unreal Engine 5.8 patch and other creature overhauls.
ARK Survival Ascended brings new land and sea areas and releases the Kraken to the Astraeos map
ARK: Survival Ascended has received the Heaven & Abyss update for the Astraeos map, introducing new explorable regions like Helianthos and Abyssanthos, along with new creatures and bosses including the legendary Kraken. The update also adds new features to the base game and the Tides of Fortune DLC.
Free Play Days – Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta, Control Ultimate Edition, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and More
Xbox is offering Free Play Days featuring Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4's open beta, Control Ultimate Edition, and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Additionally, Naruto To Boruto: Shinobi Striker and ARK: Survival Ascended are available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members. The Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 open beta runs from August 28 to September 1, with a level cap of 30 and earnable rewards.
Ark Survival Ascended dates a major Unreal Engine upgrade, its next dino overhaul, and a very good boy
Studio Wildcard announced that Ark: Survival Ascended will receive a significant upgrade to Unreal Engine 5.8 on September 30. This update will also introduce a player-voted overhaul for the Therizinosaurus creature, along with two new additions to its DLC packs: the Gargantar for Dragontopia and Cerberax for Fantastic Tames Season 1.
Ark's most gorgeous expansion dates its final update, complete with a flaming wild hog
Studio Wildcard has announced that August 26 will bring the final update for the Ark: Survival Ascended DLC, Astraeos. This update will introduce the 'burning hog' creature, Boaratos, a fiery bruiser capable of charring trees and damaging enemies. Astraeos, originally a mod for Ark: Survival Evolved, was developed in collaboration with Studio Wildcard and will be available for $14.99.
Resident Evil 4 is by far and away the best-selling remake on this console generation, new analysis reveals
New analysis from Alinea reveals the 2023 Resident Evil 4 remake is the best-selling remake on current-generation consoles, with an estimated 16.8 million copies sold across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The game has generated $560 million in gross revenue for Capcom, with PlayStation being the lead platform for both sales and revenue.
Resident Evil 4 is The Most Successful Remake of All Time at 16.8 Million Sales – Rumor
Resident Evil 4 Remake has reportedly sold 16.8 million units, making it the most successful remake of all time according to Alinea Analytics. This figure surpasses previous official sales data from Capcom. Other successful remakes mentioned include ARK: Survival Ascended, The Last of Us Part I, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.
Resident Evil 4 is best-selling modern remake but the top 5 is surprising
Resident Evil 4 is the best-selling modern remake, selling approximately 16.8 million copies. The analysis, based on data from 2020 onwards, reveals a surprising top five including Ark: Survival Ascended and The Last of Us Part I, with Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Silent Hill 2 also performing well. Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defended the prevalence of remakes, viewing them as a way to introduce older titles to new audiences and pave the way for future developments.
Resident Evil 4 made Capcom another $560 million and became the best-selling remake of the generation, analyst says, more than tripling sales of Oblivion Remastered and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
The Resident Evil 4 remake has sold 16.8 million copies, generating $560 million in gross revenue for Capcom and becoming the best-selling remake of the current console generation. This figure significantly surpasses other remakes like Ark: Survival Ascended, The Last of Us Part I, Oblivion Remastered, Dead Space, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Silent Hill 2. Analyst Rhys Elliott attributes its success to the game's revered status, age, and Capcom's effective pricing and sales strategies, particularly on PC.
Resident Evil 4 Has Sold More Than Twice As Much As Any Other Current-Gen Remake
The Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved 16.8 million lifetime sales, significantly outselling other current-generation remakes like Ark: Survival Ascended and The Last of Us Part I. Data from Alinea Analytics indicates that remakes are a vital and less risky revenue stream for publishers, providing a proven design and fanbase compared to new intellectual property.
The MOP Up: EVE Online cracks down on cheaters, episode 94835298345
EVE Online has banned nearly 5,000 players for cheating, fraud, and RMT. The article also rounds up other MMO news, including an Apex Legends collaboration with Cyberpunk, a player achieving a unique World of Warcraft Classic feat, updates for Throne & Liberty and NosTale, and news from Albion Online, RuneScape, Synduality Echo of Ada, Sea of Thieves, Ark: Survival Ascended, and Odin Valhalla Rising.
Palworld Won: A $30K Lawsuit and a Free 1.0 Beat Nintendo
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company's patent lawsuit against Pocketpair's Palworld has resulted in a minimal potential payout of around $30,000 for Nintendo, with patent analysts deeming the case unlikely to succeed against current versions of the game. Pocketpair had previously patched disputed mechanics, leading Nintendo to narrow its claims to non-existent older versions, while patent offices have rejected key Nintendo applications citing prior art. Despite the legal pressure and forced game changes, Palworld has successfully launched its 1.0 version, demonstrating resilience against the intellectual property challenge.
ARK: Survival Ascended Free Weekend
ARK: Survival Ascended is available for free on PC this weekend, allowing players to sample the Early Access remake of Ark: Survival Evolved. This promotion offers a chance to experience the game's core features before potential purchase.
ARK: SURVIVAL ASCENDED LIGHTS UP THE SKIES WITH NEW ARK: DRAGONTOPIA DRAGON LUMINA & FREE WEEKEND ON STEAM
Studio Wildcard has launched the first content update for ARK: Dragontopia, an expansion for ARK: Survival Ascended, introducing the celestial dragon Lumina. The game is also available for free on Steam until July 14, with significant discounts on the base game and DLCs.
ARK Survival Ascended releases free Genesis Ascended map, Tides of Fortune and Dragontopia paid DLCs
ARK: Survival Ascended has released three new content additions: the free Genesis Ascended map, the paid Tides of Fortune DLC, and the paid ARK: Dragontopia DLC. Genesis Ascended is a reimagining of an ARK: Survival Evolved map with an ocean biome, while Tides of Fortune is based on content from the MMO Atlas. Dragontopia introduces a new high-altitude region, dragons to tame, and a dragon skill tree.
ARK: Tides of Fortune and Dragontopia Released
ARK: Tides of Fortune and ARK: Dragontopia have been released for PC and consoles as new DLC and an expansion pass for ARK: Survival Ascended. ARK: Survival Ascended is the remastered version of Ark: Survival Evolved.
ARK: SURVIVAL ASCENDED EXPANDS TO THE SEA AND SKY WITH TIDES OF FORTUNE & SURPRISE DRAGONTOPIA DROP!
Studio Wildcard has released a major content update for ARK: Survival Ascended, introducing the remastered Genesis Ascended Part I with a new physics-based water system. The update also includes the Tides of Fortune DLC, which adds extensive naval warfare and ship customization, and the surprise launch of ARK: Dragontopia, a new expansion focused on dragons and aerial combat. All three additions are available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Palworld lead says there's no "bad blood" between rival survival games like Valheim and Rust: "We all get along really well because we all have something in common!"
Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that there is no rivalry between survival game developers, emphasizing that they all share a common passion for the genre. This sentiment is highlighted by the "Super Survival Summer" bundle on Steam, featuring Palworld, Valheim, Rust, and other titles at a discounted price. Buckley also shared his personal involvement in curating the bundle as a side project.
Ark Genesis Ascended and the Tides of Fortune DLC have been delayed for "a smoother launch"
Studio Wildcard has delayed the release of the Ark: Genesis Ascended expansion and its Tides of Fortune DLC to July 2nd to ensure a smoother launch. Genesis Ascended Part One is a free expansion for Ark: Survival Ascended, featuring new creatures and biomes, while Tides of Fortune is a pirate-themed adventure developed by Grapeshot Games.
