Info about ARK: The Survival Of The Fittest:

Official game description:
Special Offer
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ARK: The Survival Of The Fittest is now bundled with ARK: Survival Evolved. Purchase ARK: Survival Evolved to play.
About the Game
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**_ARK: The Survival of the Fittest_** is a prototype spin-off of ARK: Survival Evolved, pitting up to 60 combatants against each other in a fast-paced, action-packed struggle for survival, where players are ultimately pushed into an epic final showdown leading their Dinosaur Armies into battle. ARK TSOTF is the only Battle Royale that focuses on large-scale creature-army confrontations, combined with a unique Real Time Strategy overlay. By using tactics and strategy to assemble a fighting-force of history’s most powerful primeval creatures, only one tribe will survive!  
Form your tribe and fight in the ultimate battle of Dino Survival! Designed for intense competition and fast-paced dino action, survivors begin their match in a TEK-imbued sky lobby to tribe up. When the battle begins, they’ll fly towards an island aboard a giant Quetzal before ejecting and gliding towards their chosen starting area. Do competitors dash for drops and fight it out? Do they run into the jungle and hide, search for creatures to tame, and rapidly build their Dino Army, or do they die to a pack of curious Compys? Make use of the birds-eye-view mode, which allows you more effectively Command-&-Control your army of dinosaurs, directly possess individual upgradeable creatures, and issue commands to your team as the ultimate strategist. This unique RTS-style experience is available in-life and also after-death! Avoid the continually shrinking and dynamic “ring of death” that forces contestants ever closer together over time and become the last tribe standing. The hunt is on!  
Please note: this version is currently only a prototype to test out the new gameplay and features – it is not yet a fully-featured competitive game. Nevertheless, we encourage all survivors to play and provide us feedback to help further develop and grow TSOTF!  
While the core goal of The Survival of the Fittest remains the same, we’ve gone back to the drawing board and introduced a significant number of technical/quality of life/balance changes to the game mode that differs from ARK: Survival Evolved and the original version of Survival of the Fittest. These changes aim to make the experience more streamlined and accessible, eliminating the complex aspects of crafting & the steep learning curve, and empowering players to quickly form their Dino Armies and get to the creature-action faster.  
*   ARK re-designed from the ground up, focusing on fast-paced gameplay and intense combat around large-scale creature battles  
*   A whopping 88 dinosaurs and creatures at launch!  
*   A simplified version of The Island from ARK: Survival Evolved  
*   Solo and Tribe based game modes  
*   Overhaul UI/UX Experience to communicate only what is essential and gamepad friendly.  
*   Inventory Management has been completely removed for a simpler and quicker gameplay experience.  
*   Looting-focused design - Harvesting has been removed and replaced with tier-based supply crates where items are rewarded to all members of your tribe or killing dinos for your own additional resources.  
*   Weapons and armor have been modified and rebalanced for the ultimate fast pace experience and uncomplicated player progression.  
*   New taming system: kill creatures for tokens and then spend those tokens on taming new wilds or stealing downed tames from your enemies!  
*   Commander Mode. A birds-eye-view mode that can be entered at any time of the game, allowing you to control your army of dinosaurs (RTS style) more effectively, directly possess individual creatures within your arsenal, and issue commands to your team as the ultimate strategist (including an ally-driven fog of war). Thus after a player has died, they can still participate in the match as a commander and continue to control and possess the team’s Dinosaur – they can continue to play and benefit their team! A team is only fully defeated once they have had all their Players AND their Dinosaurs destroyed.  
*   Dino Tier System - Dinos are rewarded for their kills with EXP to advance them to a new tier providing them with fixed statistical benefits and eliminating dino-level RNG.  
*   Dynamic “ring of death” unique to each round enabling emergent gameplay and unpredictable advantages  
*   An intelligent Pinging System to help communicate within teams  
*   Custom-Painted “War Banners” enable Tribes to show off their team spirit on Flags across their army of Dinosaurs!  
*   Summon bosses of the ARK to strengthen your arsenal in this ultimate Dino Army experience  
*   A custom live-orchestrated soundtrack was written by award-winning composer Gareth Coker of Ori and the Blind Forest and ARK: The Animated Series
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Release date: Aug 29, 2017

Categories: Battle Royale, Survival, Real-time Strategy, Tactical Combat, Creature Collection, Multiplayer, Team-based Combat, Horde Combat


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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Adrenaline-pumping gameplay (weight 0.55): The game offers fast-paced, intense, and action-packed gameplay that provides a massive adrenaline rush. Players find it exciting, challenging, and fun.
- Unique game concept (weight 0.32): The game introduces a fascinating and interesting concept with unique gameplay mechanics. It stands out for its creativity and fun gameplay.
- Dinosaur taming mechanics (weight 0.31): A key feature of the game is the ability to tame and use dinosaurs, which adds a different dimension to PvP and overall gameplay.
- Impressive graphics and design (weight 0.3): Players appreciate the colorful, detailed, and beautiful graphics. The game world is well-developed with a nice atmosphere.
- Variety of gameplay strategies (weight 0.28): The game features a wide range of tactical possibilities, survival strategies, and gameplay mechanics. This variety allows for different playstyles and ways to win.
- Unique battle royale setting (weight 0.22): The game combines battle royale mechanics with a unique setting featuring dinosaurs and fantasy creatures, creating a distinctive experience.
- Enjoyable multiplayer experience (weight 0.18): The game offers enjoyable teamwork and combat, making it a fun experience to play with friends. It supports both cooperation and competition.
- Crafting mechanics (weight 0.14): The game features fun and engaging crafting mechanics, adding depth to the gameplay.
- Skill-based gameplay (weight 0.11): The game is noted for being a good test of skill, requiring players to compete based on their abilities.
- Regular content updates (weight 0.08): The game receives frequent updates, keeping the content fresh and engaging for players.
- Free with purchase of Ark (weight 0.08): Players receive a free copy of the game with the purchase of Ark: Survival Evolved, making it a good value addition.
- Large player count (weight 0.08): The game supports team play up to 6 players and large player counts up to 72 players, accommodating various group sizes.
- Realistic environment and physics (weight 0.08): The game offers a realistic environment with a good physics system, enhancing the immersion and gameplay experience.

Common complaints:
- Server issues and technical problems (weight 0.44): Players frequently encounter server issues, including connection problems, server closures, and high latency. These technical difficulties significantly impact the gameplay experience.
- Low player population (weight 0.43): The game suffers from a very low player population, making it difficult to find matches or populated servers. This issue is exacerbated by the lack of official servers and the inactivity on unofficial servers.
- Confusing and frustrating gameplay (weight 0.37): Many players find the gameplay confusing and frustrating, particularly newcomers who struggle with the steep learning curve and complex survival mechanics.
- Abandoned by developers (weight 0.27): The game appears to have been abandoned by its developers, with no updates or attention given to resolving ongoing issues and improving the game.
- Long wait times for matches (weight 0.18): Players experience long wait times for matches, which can be frustrating and deter them from continuing to play the game.
- Limited content and poor quality (weight 0.14): Players have noted that the game has limited content, including a limited map selection, and suffers from poor quality and localization.
- False advertising and money-grabbing (weight 0.14): The game has been criticized for false advertising and attempting to be a money-grabbing game, misleading players with its trailers and promotional material.
- Toxic and declining player base (weight 0.12): The player base is not only declining but also toxic, creating an unfriendly environment for new and existing players.
- High system requirements (weight 0.12): The game requires a powerful graphics card and a good PC, which may limit accessibility for some players.
- Grinding and tedious gameplay (weight 0.11): The game involves a lot of grinding, particularly in the mid-game, which can be tedious and make the gameplay experience less enjoyable.
- Lack of proper tutorial (weight 0.08): The game lacks a proper tutorial or guide for new players, making it difficult for them to understand the gameplay mechanics and get started.
- Unbalanced matches (weight 0.07): There is a potential for unbalanced matches, particularly when new players are matched with experienced players, leading to a frustrating experience.
- Hacking and abuse in private servers (weight 0.07): Private servers are plagued by hacking and abuse of privileges, which can ruin the gaming experience for legitimate players.

Gameplay feedback:
- Dinosaur combat and taming (weight 0.43): The game features a strong emphasis on dinosaur combat, including PvP combat and dinosaur taming. Players can engage in battles using dinosaurs and also tame them for various purposes.
- Battle royale with dinosaurs (weight 0.29): A prominent feature is the battle royale mode where players can ride dinosaurs into combat. This mode is often compared to Hunger Games with dinosaurs.
- Survival mechanics (weight 0.28): The game includes survival elements where players must use tactics and manage resources to stay alive. Events in the game can affect survival outcomes.
- Multiple game modes (weight 0.26): The game offers various modes, including solo, duo, and squad modes, as well as different team-based gameplay options like Free-for-all and team-based competitions.
- Strategic thinking required (weight 0.14): Players need to develop strategies to succeed, adding a layer of depth to the gameplay.
- Complex crafting system (weight 0.12): There is a complex crafting system in place, allowing players to craft various items and weapons, which adds depth to the gameplay.
- Similar to ARK: Survival Evolved (weight 0.12): The game shares similar mechanics with ARK: Survival Evolved, which may appeal to fans of that game.
- Cooperative multiplayer gameplay (weight 0.09): The game supports large-scale multiplayer and cooperative gameplay, allowing players to team up and play together.
- Shrinking safe zone (weight 0.08): The game features a shrinking safe zone, a common mechanic in battle royale games that forces players into closer combat as the game progresses.

Performance notes:
- System requirements and performance (weight 0.23): The game has varying system requirements, with some players reporting high requirements while others find them relatively low. Performance issues are noted on low-end systems.
- Server connectivity problems (weight 0.18): There are issues with server connectivity, including slow servers, disconnections, and high latency.
- Launch options improve performance (weight 0.16): Players have found that using specific launch options such as -USEALLAVAILABLECORES, -sm4, -d3d10, -nomansky, and -lowmemory can significantly improve FPS and overall performance.
- Poor graphics and optimization (weight 0.15): The game has poor graphics and optimization issues, leading to a subpar visual experience and performance problems.
- Resource-heavy and overloading (weight 0.12): The game is resource-heavy and can overload computers, especially those with lower specifications.
- Texture loading issues (weight 0.05): Textures sometimes do not load properly, which can detract from the visual experience.
- Compatibility with Ubuntu (weight 0.04): The game runs on Ubuntu, indicating cross-platform compatibility.

Recommendations:
- Needs more developer attention (weight 0.2): Players suggest that the developers should give the game more recognition and focus.
- Recommended for survival game fans (weight 0.13): The game is highly recommended for fans of survival games, especially those who enjoy fast-paced and challenging gameplay.
- Play with friends (weight 0.09): Playing with friends is highly recommended for a better experience.
- Advertise more (weight 0.09): There are suggestions to advertise the game more, especially on the ARK: Survival Evolved page and social media.
- Optimize game settings (weight 0.08): Players suggest running the game on minimum settings and looking at guides first for better performance.
- Helpful for new players (weight 0.08): The game provides helpful tips for new players and is recommended for those experiencing performance issues.
- Not for fast-paced players (weight 0.05): Avoid this game if you prefer fast-paced, jump-into-action battle royales.
- Active servers available (weight 0.05): ARK Survival Evolved still has active servers, which might be of interest to players.
- Add in-game trophies (weight 0.05): Players would like to see in-game trophies for winning.
- Consider other games (weight 0.04): Some players suggest considering other games like Counter-Strike instead of this one.

Other player notes:
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Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.26): Players are frustrated primarily due to server issues, including the inability to connect to servers, long wait times, and empty servers. Additionally, performance issues such as bugs, crashes, and poor optimization contribute significantly to this frustration. The lack of a single-player mode and the game's steep learning curve also add to the players' dissatisfaction.
- Disappointment (weight 0.22): Disappointment stems from the game's decline in player base and the perception that it did not live up to the hype. Players feel let down by the lack of official servers, the presence of cheaters, and the developers' focus on other projects. The game's current state, including server issues and limited content, further adds to this disappointment.
- Excitement (weight 0.12): Excitement is generated by the game's unique and intense gameplay features, such as dinosaur interactions and thrilling PvP action. Players enjoy the dynamic and fast-paced gameplay, as well as the variety of challenges and encounters. The game's engaging mechanics and the adrenaline rush from competitive play contribute to this excitement.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.1): Enjoyment comes from the game's fun and engaging gameplay mechanics, including dinosaur interactions and competitive elements. Players appreciate the variety of strategies, action-packed survival, and the adrenaline rush from competitive gameplay. The game's good graphics and the ability to play with friends also enhance the enjoyment.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.07): Nostalgia is evoked by memories of playing the game during its prime, recalling enjoyable experiences and personal attachments. Players reminisce about the game's past popularity and the fun times they had with friends. The game's previous success and the good moments from its earlier days contribute to this nostalgic feeling.
- Anger (weight 0.04): Anger is caused by the difficulty in launching the game and the poor overall experience, including the lack of servers and the cost to create one. Players are also angry about the developers' actions and the perceived ruination of a great game. Specific incidents, such as humiliating in-game experiences, add to this anger.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.03): Satisfaction arises from finding solutions to technical issues and experiencing improved game performance. Players are satisfied with the game's graphics, gameplay, and audio, as well as the variety of gameplay options and realistic environment. Positive reviews and detailed tips also contribute to this satisfaction.
- Hopeful (weight 0.02): Hopefulness is driven by the desire for more players to join the game and for the developers to give it more recognition. Players hope that the game will be revived and gain a larger player base. This emotion is tied to the potential for the game's improvement and increased popularity.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Enthusiasm is generated by the fun and competitive nature of the game, as well as the detailed gameplay mechanics. Players are enthusiastic about dinosaur taming, character customization, and the engaging gameplay mechanics. The competitive ranking system also adds to this enthusiasm.
- Happy (weight 0.01): Happiness comes from positive experiences with the game and recommendations from others. Players enjoy specific game modes, such as SOTF, which contribute to their overall happiness with the game.
- Hope (weight 0.01): Hope is driven by the wish for continued development and the potential for game improvement. Players hope for an increased player base and ongoing support from the developers. This emotion is tied to the belief that the game can still evolve and attract more players.
- Engaged (weight 0.01): Engagement is driven by the detailed description of gameplay mechanics, which captivate players' interest. The complexity and variety of gameplay systems keep players involved and invested in the game.
- Amusement (weight 0.01): Amusement is derived from the chaotic and unpredictable nature of the gameplay. Players find the game's dynamic and often unpredictable events entertaining and fun, leading to a sense of amusement.
- Joy (weight 0.01): Joy comes from the fun and engaging mechanics of the game. Players experience joy through the enjoyable and exciting gameplay features, which make the game a pleasurable experience.}