Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition is taking a bold leap forward with the launch of its brand-new expansion, Genesis Part 1. This isn't just another sandbox update—it's an immersive journey into a richly detailed virtual simulation packed with story-driven missions, unique environments, and all-new challenges.
If you thought surviving on the wild, open maps of Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition was tough, wait until you dive into Genesis Part 1. While previous expansions like Extinction focused on new biomes and creatures, this one shifts the spotlight to narrative depth. You’ll wake up inside a mysterious digital world, guided only by your robotic companion HLN-A. From there, it’s up to you to uncover the truth behind the simulation through a series of intense, mission-based gameplay scenarios.
Expect to test your combat skills, survival instincts, and strategic thinking across a variety of extreme environments—from fog-drenched swamps and molten volcanic plains to the crushing depths of the ocean and even low-gravity lunar landscapes. Each zone introduces bizarre and powerful new creatures, including Magmasaurs, colossal sea turtles, and celestial leviathans known as space whales.
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While Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition remains free-to-play at its core, expansions such as Genesis Part 1 must be purchased separately. Previous DLCs have been priced at $5.99, but players also have the option to subscribe to the ARK Subscription Pass for $4.99/month—unlocking access to all current and upcoming expansions, plus exclusive in-game content like the God Console for single-player worlds.
To celebrate the Ark franchise’s 10th anniversary, keep an eye out for limited-time discounts, including a 20% reduction on in-game Keys—perfect for those planning to invest heavily in the experience.
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