5 Games Similar to Ark Survival Evolved

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Ever since we first discovered the bones of dinosaurs, humanity has been obsessed with them. Thousands of people have dedicated their lives to better understanding these fearsome creatures that once roamed the Earth. And their lure has spawned a huge number of movies, books, comics, and games.

There are so many dinosaur games out there that you think we would have gotten bored of them by now. But that isn’t the case. As proved by Ark Survival Evolved. Released back in 2017 by Studio Wildcard, Ark Survival Evolved is a third and first-person shooter survival game filled to the brim with dinosaurs.

The game boasts an open world teeming with life. Players are tasked with building a base, looting for gear, and taming wild dinosaurs to ride into combat. The game features both PvE and PvP elements. But after a while you might be looking for something new. And while you can cheat at Ark Survival Evolved to make the game more interesting, you might want to consider trying a new game. So we have compiled this list of games that are similar enough to Ark Survival Evolved to scratch that itch.

Conan Exiles

The world of Conan the Barbarian is a rich and vibrant one. Filled with tales of incredible heroes and fearsome monsters. And the mightiest barbarian to ever grave the world of literature. Conan Exiles is an open world survival massively multiplayer game released back in 2017.

Conan Exiles has a lot of the same elements as Ark Survival Evolved. Players have to explore the vast world to find resources to craft weapons and build a base. They have to contend with dangers from both the environment and other players. But, most importantly, the world of Conan Exiles also has Dinosaurs. 

Conan Exiles is a fair bit more complex and difficult than Ark Survival. The game is more akin to an MMORPG. But if you are looking for something to sink a lot of hours into, then this is the game for you.

DayZ

Let us depart now from the dinosaur theme and move onto another incredibly popular trope. Zombies. Enter: DayZ. This game started as a mod for ARMA 2. It became so popular that it was finally made into its own game.

DayZ has all the things you could want from a survival horror game. A large, barren map dripping with atmosphere. Hordes of bloodthirsty zombies wanting to take a bite out of you. And hundreds of hostile players all hoping to get their hands on your hard earned loot. DayZ is one of the tougher multiplayer survival games out there. So if you are looking for a challenge, this is definitely the game for you. 

Jurassic World Evolution

Sometimes you might want to step out of the survival genre and focus, instead, mainly on the Dinosaurs. Which is where Jurassic World Evolution comes into play. If you have ever played Zoo Tycoon then this formula will be very well known to you.

You are tasked with creating your own Jurassic Park. Genetically modifying and breeding a new race of dinosaurs. You can choose if you will focus on science, profit, or entertainment for the public. The game offers a lot of freedom. Boasting a complex, yet intuitive building system. Perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing Dinosaur romp.

The Forest

If you love exploring the world of Ark Survival Evolved, but wished it was more sinister, then you should try The Forest. On the surface it is a simple survival game. Base building. Resource gathering. Facing off against hostile creatures. The Forest has it all.

What makes The Forest truly great is its atmosphere. The music and the lighting will have you on edge from the start. With danger lurking around every corner, The Forest is perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves.

The Isle

The Isle is the perfect survival game for Dinosaur fans. Because, in this game, you are playing as a Dinosaur. In fact, every play is. At the start of the game you get to decide what type of dino you will be. You need to consider many factors such as how good you will be at hunting, but also how many other dinos will be hunting you.

The Isle is definitely one of the most unique survival games out there. If you loved Ark Survival Evolved, we guarantee you will love The Isle. 

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