The launch of premium game modules on console platforms expands monetization opportunities for modders, marking an exponential growth opportunity for the Ark Universe
CULVER CITY, Calif., May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Snail, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNAL) (“Snail Games” or the “Company”), a leading global independent developer and publisher focused on interactive digital entertainment, today announced that ARK: Survival Ascended (ARK: Survival Ascended) is the first game to launch advanced mods based on Unreal Engine 5 on console platforms. This major update marks a further expansion of the Ark universe and provides professional mods creators with new opportunities to monetize their creations while improving the gaming experience for Ark players.
Launching premium mods on console platforms is a strategic move by Snail Games and its partner Overwolf to support and invest in a thriving modding community in a new way. ARK: Survival Ascend is the first game to give mods creators the ability to create high-quality advanced mods using professional tools such as Unreal Engine 5. ARK: Survival's soaring revenue sharing model provides creators with an industry-leading 50% revenue share. By providing module creators with the opportunity to monetize their work, the company has further promoted the innovation and creativity of the Ark universe.
Snail Games has fulfilled its promise to expand the gaming ecosystem and create new revenue channels by bringing professionally-created modules to console platforms like never before. Mod creators can easily create and monetize user-generated content on the hosting platform, opening up many opportunities for growth and development in Ark: Survival Soaring. Console players can now experience a more dynamic and engaging game, and will benefit from the creativity and ingenuity of the modding community. Advanced mods will bring more diverse and exciting new content to ARK: Survival Ascend.
Peter Kang, Chief Operating Officer of Snail Games, said, “Snail Games is proud to provide a platform for modders to show their talents more and benefit from their creativity. The launch of advanced modules on console platforms has also opened up broad opportunities for the Ark community, enriched game content, and benefited the long-term development of Ark: Survive and Soar.”
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Advanced mods now available for console platforms:
Svartalfheim Premium
Anomalocaris
Gaia: Potions Plus
Reverence Premium Early Access
Survive the Night
Omega Ascended
Sky islands
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