ARK: Survival Evolved Live Player Count & Statistics 2025
ARK: Survival Evolved recorded a peak of 43,312 concurrent players in the last 30 days on Steam, maintaining steady engagement across all platforms including PC, console, and mobile. The game has surpassed 16 million registered users globally since its 2017 release.
This page tracks the ARK: Survival Evolved player count live, including daily active users, monthly statistics, and peak concurrent players. Data is compiled from Steam analytics, official reports, and platform tracking across Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
ARK: Survival Evolved Key Statistics
- ARK: Survival Evolved peak player count in last 30 days reached 43,312 concurrent users on Steam
- Total registered players worldwide exceed 16 million across all platforms as of 2025
- ARK: Survival Evolved daily player count averages 135,000 active users
- All-time peak recorded 248,124 concurrent players on Steam in September 2016
- Lifetime revenue surpassed $1.3 billion globally since 2015 launch
Live ARK: Survival Evolved Player Counter
ARK: Survival Evolved Live Monthly Player Count
| Month | ARK: Survival Evolved Average Players | ARK: Survival Evolved Peak Players |
|---|---|---|
| Last 30 Days | 32,456 | 43,312 |
| Jan 2025 | 33,218 | 43,875 |
| Dec 2024 | 31,087 | 41,068 |
| Nov 2024 | 30,638 | 40,850 |
| Oct 2024 | 29,547 | 39,579 |
| Sep 2024 | 29,765 | 39,686 |
| Aug 2024 | 31,123 | 41,497 |
| Jul 2024 | 30,576 | 40,767 |
| Jun 2024 | 29,756 | 39,674 |
| May 2024 | 28,705 | 38,273 |
| Apr 2024 | 29,165 | 38,886 |
| Mar 2024 | 27,547 | 36,729 |
January 2025 marked positive growth for the ARK: Survival Evolved player count 2025, reaching 43,875 peak players with a 6.8% increase. The current ARK: Survival Evolved player count shows stabilization after significant declines in 2023.
The ARK: Survival Evolved monthly player count has remained above 40,000 since mid-2024. October 2023 recorded the highest recent peak at 76,026 concurrent players, driven by major content updates.
ARK: Survival Evolved Available Platforms
| Platform | Available |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes |
| Linux | Yes |
| Mac | Yes |
| Xbox One/Series | Yes |
| PlayStation 4/5 | Yes |
| Nintendo Switch | Yes |
| Android | Yes |
| iOS | Yes |
The ARK: Survival Evolved player count by platform shows Steam accounts for approximately 20,000-43,000 concurrent players. Cross-platform support enables players on different systems to join together, contributing to the total player count ARK: Survival Evolved across all devices.
ARK: Survival Evolved Player Distribution by Region
| Rank | Country | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 21.2% |
| 2 | Germany | 8.7% |
| 3 | United Kingdom | 7.4% |
| 4 | Brazil | 6.9% |
| 5 | Russia | 6.3% |
| 6 | France | 5.8% |
| 7 | Canada | 4.2% |
| 8 | Australia | 3.9% |
| 9 | Poland | 3.5% |
| 10 | Italy | 3.1% |
The United States dominates the ARK: Survival Evolved player count by country with 21.2% of the global player base. European nations collectively represent approximately 35% of the live player count ARK: Survival Evolved tracks daily.
ARK: Survival Evolved Twitch Streaming Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Peak Avg Viewers | 596 |
| Peak Viewers | 43,580 |
| Total Streamers | 441,700+ |
| Watch Hours (2025) | 3.3 Million |
ARK: Survival Evolved maintained an average of 596 concurrent viewers on Twitch throughout 2025. The game accumulated over 3.3 million watch hours this year, demonstrating sustained community interest alongside the active player count.
Weekend streaming shows 20% more channels broadcasting ARK: Survival Evolved compared to weekdays. Similar survival games like Rust and Minecraft compete for viewership in the same genre.
ARK: Survival Evolved Global Player Spending
| Period | Spending (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| Q4 2024 | $26.2 |
| Q3 2024 | $22.8 |
| Q2 2024 | $20.5 |
| Q1 2024 | $15.0 |
| 2024 Total | $84.5 |
| 2023 Total | $60.9 |
Total registered users: 16 million globally
Peak spending period: Q4 2024, $26.2 million
Top spending country: United States, 21.2%
ARK: Survival Evolved generated $84.5 million in revenue during 2024, representing 38.7% growth from 2023. The game sold approximately 2.3 million units in 2024 across all platforms.
ARK: Survival Evolved Annual Revenue
ARK: Survival Evolved revenue trends show remarkable longevity since its 2015 early access launch. The game achieved over $400 million on Steam alone and surpassed $1.3 billion in total lifetime revenue by 2023. Mobile versions generated significant additional income, with ARK Ultimate Mobile Edition recording over 2 million downloads in December 2024.
| Year | Revenue (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $84.5 |
| 2023 | $60.9 |
| 2022 | $156.0 |
| 2021 | $142.0 |
| 2020 | $124.0 |
| 2019 | $118.0 |
| 2018 | $132.0 |
| 2017 | $148.0 |
| 2016 | $112.0 |
| 2015 | $86.0 |
Is ARK: Survival Evolved Down Right Now?
| Service | Status |
|---|---|
| Matchmaking Status | Online |
| Web Server Status | Online |
| Regional Server Status | Online |
ARK: Survival Evolved servers are currently operational. The game maintains consistent uptime with occasional maintenance windows for updates. Players can verify real-time server status through the official Studio Wildcard channels.
About ARK: Survival Evolved
ARK: Survival Evolved launched on August 29, 2017, after two years in early access. Studio Wildcard developed this action-adventure survival game, with publishing handled by Studio Wildcard, Instinct Games, and Snail Games.
Players awaken stranded on a mysterious island populated by dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Core gameplay involves gathering resources, crafting tools and weapons, building bases, and taming dinosaurs that can be ridden and used for various purposes.
The game offers single-player, local multiplayer, and online multiplayer modes supporting up to 100 players per server. Players can form tribes to collaborate, sharing resources and tamed creatures while competing against rival tribes.
ARK: Survival Evolved features over 176 unique creatures to tame, from small Compys to massive Titanosaurs. The extensive technology tree spans primitive stone tools to advanced tek-tier equipment, providing progression through multiple gameplay stages. The game includes boss battles, underground dungeons, and multiple expansive maps.
Character progression combines traditional leveling with crafting specialization. Players gain experience through harvesting, crafting, taming, and combat, unlocking engrams that enable crafting new items and structures. Similar survival mechanics can be found in Unturned and Fortnite Save the World mode.
FAQ
What is the current ARK: Survival Evolved player count?
The current ARK: Survival Evolved player count shows approximately 20,286 concurrent players on Steam with 135,000 daily active users across all platforms including PlayStation, Xbox, mobile, and Nintendo Switch.
What was the peak player count for ARK: Survival Evolved?
The ARK: Survival Evolved peak player count reached an all-time high of 248,124 concurrent players on Steam in September 2016. Recent peaks hit 76,026 in October 2023.
Is ARK: Survival Evolved cross platform?
Yes, ARK: Survival Evolved supports cross-platform play between Xbox and Windows 10/11 through the Microsoft Store version. PlayStation and Steam versions maintain separate player bases with limited crossplay options.
How many people play ARK: Survival Evolved monthly?
ARK: Survival Evolved monthly player count includes over 16 million registered users globally. Active monthly players fluctuate between 1-2 million across Steam, console, and mobile platforms combined.
What platforms is ARK: Survival Evolved available on?
ARK: Survival Evolved is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Android, and iOS. Each platform contributes to the total player count.
