Ark: Aquatica Reveals New Face After AI Controversy

Ark: Aquatica – Underwater Expansion Launches After AI Controversy Resolution

The ARK: Aquatica expansion for ARK: Survival Evolved is scheduled for release on Steam on July 15, 2025. Produced by Snail Games, this expansion is being developed by Studio Sirens, not original developer Studio Wildcard. ARK: Aquatica immerses players in an extensive new underwater environment, featuring islands, specific survival challenges, extreme hazards, and unique gameplay mechanics. The content includes 21 new tameable aquatic entities, 74 engrams—seven of which are Tek—and tools designed to navigate marine dangers, such as propulsion vehicles and air bags. The expansion previously drew significant criticism in March when an initial trailer, revealed during GDC, was criticized for featuring AI-generated animations. Fans identified various errors, including characters with excess limbs, creatures with incorrect anatomies, and inconsistent visual elements. In response, Snail Games removed the video and distanced itself from its creation, attributing the issue to its marketing team. Principal designer Matt Kohl subsequently affirmed that the production team did not use AI in Aquatica’s creative process. Snail Games further stated that no AI was used during the creation of the expansion itself.

ARK: Aquatica – Cautious July 2025 Release Confirmed, Trailer Details Still TBA

A new trailer confirming the July 2025 release date has since been released. This video, which was not made with AI, was presented with a noticeably more cautious tone, helping to allay previous fan concerns. While a short trailer for ARK: Aquatica is available on YouTube, details regarding its cost have not yet been announced.

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