The game has a 70/100 Metascore, which is ok, and 68% positive reviews on Steam from almost 150,000 users.Ī closer look at the reviews reveals the mixed feelings players have about the game. Players like the depth of the game and its open world, but excessive grinding and a hostile environment for new players on public servers take away some of the fun. While a popular game as far as having a large user base (obviously important for a multiplayer game), Ark: Survival Evolved received mixed reviews. Also, note that in multiplayer you’ll need a good internet connection to keep from dealing with literally deadly lag.įirst things first, is the game any good?Īfter being on Steam Early Access for two years, Ark: Survival Evolved was finally released in August of 2017. Does your Mac have what it takes? As always, we’re here to help you figure that out.Īnd as we always do, we will be testing the game on several different Macs, with a focus on higher-end models. And it’s not just hard to survive in Ark, it’s also known for being hard on your computer, so our tests this week are focusing on our more powerful Macs.