5 things you should know about Ark’s Scorched Earth expansion

Ark: Survival Evolved is still in early access, but that doesn’t mean it can’t get an expansion.

Studio Wildcard is launching Ark: Scorched Earth on Xbox One and Steam today for $20. This add-on introduces a desert biome where resources are scarce and the sun beats down on your character without mercy. But while you’ll struggle to stay hydrated and cool, Scorched Earth also introduces a ton of new challenges and adventures for you to partake in. The map introduces 50 new items to craft and it debuts a set of original creatures for you to tame. For Wildcard, this is a big step forward. The company has spent the last year winning over fans by jamming content in Ark: Survival Evolved without charging for in-app purchases. Creating content that has a lot of value is something Studio Wildcard strives to do, as it explained in a recent interview.