1 million mobile player downloads in 24
hours and a 62% DAU Surge for ARK: Survival Ascended
on Steam During Extinction's Launch Weekend
CULVER
CITY, Calif., Dec. 26,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL)
("Snail Games" or the "Company"), a leading global independent
developer and publisher of interactive digital
entertainment, is pleased to announce that its subsidiary,
Snail Games USA, in collaboration
with Studio Wildcard, and Grove Street Games, marks a significant
moment in the expansion of the ARK franchise with the launch of
ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition worldwide on App Store® and Google Play
Store™ and two major updates for ARK: Extinction Ascended
and Bob's Tall Tales: Wasteland War. These releases
underscore Snail Games' commitment to growing the ARK ecosystem and
offering new opportunities to engage an ever-expanding global
audience.
ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition
Available now on the App
Store® and Google Play Store™, ARK:
Ultimate Mobile Edition delivers a complete dinosaur survival
experience tailored for mobile devices. This new free adaptation
includes the massive content from PC and console versions of
ARK: Survival Evolved and its acclaimed Expansion
Packs—Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction,
Genesis Parts 1 & 2, and fan-favorite maps like
Ragnarok. With its debut, players can explore massive
worlds, tame and train over 150 dinosaurs, and build and craft in
an expansive multiplayer environment. The title also introduces the
ARK Pass, a subscription-based service offering exclusive
perks, including monthly bonuses, expanded access to in-game
content, and the ability to unlock all current and future
expansions. Within just 24 hours of launch ARK: Ultimate Mobile
Edition had 1 million downloads and was listed on the Apple
store's "New Games We Love". ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition
aims to expand the reach of the ARK franchise making the game more
accessible to gamers around the globe.
Watch the gameplay trailer here!
ARK: Extinction Ascended
For PC and console players, ARK: Survival Ascended
expands with the launch of Extinction Ascended, the final
chapter in the ARK storyline. Returning players to Earth, this
update challenges survivors to defeat massive roaming Titans and
uncover the mysteries of the ARKs' origin. The addition of the
Dreadnoughtus, ARK's newest community-voted creature, introduces
new strategic gameplay opportunities with its immense size,
strength, and disruptive abilities. Extinction Ascended
enriches the ARK: Survival Ascended experience with new
tameable creatures, unique structures, and gameplay mechanics,
enhancing the game's long-term appeal across platforms.
The highly anticipated conclusion to the Bob's Tall Tales
trilogy also launched, bringing narrative-driven adventures and
innovative gameplay mechanics. With the introduction of modular
BattleRigs and over 10,000 customization options, Wasteland
War redefines the survival gameplay experience. Additionally,
the loyal Armadoggo companion and new wasteland-themed weapons and
structures add depth and replayability. ASA celebrated the launch
weekend of ARK: Extinction Ascended and Bob's Tall Tales:
Wasteland War with its biggest sale yet—40% off during Steam's
Winter Sale—driving a 62% surge in Daily Active Users on Steam! The
sale continues until January 2, 2025!
Watch the trailer here!
By expanding the reach of ARK: Survival Evolved through
mobile adaptations and advancing ARK: Survival Ascended with
substantial updates, the franchise remains a keystone title in
Snail Games' growth strategy.
In addition to these major launches, Snail Games is
participating in the Steam Winter Sale. This seasonal event is the
perfect chance for longtime ARK fans to complete their collections
at unbeatable prices and for new players to explore the ARK
franchise and discover other Snail titles with incredible discounts
during the Steam winter sale, including PixARK at 75% off,
Bellwright at 10% off, and Survivor Mercs and West Hunt at 50% off,
until January 2, 2025.
For creators interested in covering the game please reach out to
creatordirect@noiz.gg
ABOUT SNAIL GAMES
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. https://www.snailgamesusa.com/
ABOUT STUDIO WILDCARD
Since revealing its flagship game ARK: Survival Evolved
in 2015, Studio Wildcard has tirelessly strived to bring its
dinosaur-filled vision to the masses. With millions of players
worldwide, the team has delivered an amazing amount of new content
and leveraged cutting-edge technology to keep fans engaged. With a
transmedia universe, the ARK story can be discovered on all gaming
platforms, within spin-off titles, and now as a new epic narrative
featuring a star-studded cast in ARK: The Animated Series on
Paramount+. www.studiowildcard.com
ABOUT GROVE STREET GAMES
Located in Gainesville, FL,
Grove Street Games has been an influential game developer since
2007. They have delighted fans of the world's greatest games with
bold interpretations on new platforms, and have delivered fresh and
original games to millions of happy players. They have grown to be
a leader in the industry because of their commitment to building
incredible and accessible gaming experiences. Their games can be
found worldwide across all major gaming devices, including
consoles, PC, and mobile. www.grovestreetgames.com
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forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could,"
"expect," "should," "plan," "intend," "may," "predict," "continue,"
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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 Games USA, in collaboration with Studio Wildcard,
and Grove Street Games, marks a significant moment in the expansion
of the ARK franchise, which releases underscore Snail Games'
commitment to growing the ARK ecosystem and offering new
opportunities to engage an ever-expanding global audience. The
Company is aiming to expand the reach of the ARK franchise making
the game more accessible to gamers around the globe. You should
carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the
"Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the fiscal year ended December 31,
2023, which was filed by the Company with the SEC on
April 1, 2024 and other documents
filed by the Company from time to time with the SEC, including the
Company's Forms 10-Q filed with the SEC. The Company does not
undertake or accept any obligation to release publicly any updates
or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any
change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions, or
circumstances on which any such statement is based.
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