Ark: Survival Evolved
Runs at 60 FPS on PS5
Backwards Comp. · Reported, 1 source.
Frame rate by console model
PlayStation 5
Backwards compatible · Reported
- Single graphics display mode · 1080p
- 60 FPS
The PS4 version runs on PS5 via backwards compatibility at 1080p and 60 FPS. The supplied sources do not state a frame rate for Series X or Switch.
About
Ark: Survival Evolved is an open-world action-adventure survival game where players awaken stranded on a mysterious island populated by dinosaurs, prehistoric creatures, and mythical beasts. Gameplay revolves around gathering resources, crafting tools and structures, and taming creatures that can be ridden or used for combat and transportation. The game supports both single-player and multiplayer modes, with multiplayer servers allowing players to form tribes and compete or cooperate. Several expansion packs add new maps and storylines, and the game spawned an animated series, a remaster in…
Game data from IGDB · 267 ratings
Screenshots
Gamescom 2015 TrailerDisplay and compatibility
Supported – Game behavior is consistent with Nintendo Switch.
Where to buy
PlayStation Store
Xbox Store
171.5 GB download
Nintendo eShop
7.5 GB download
Steam
Epic Games
US prices from each platform's own catalogue, cached at the last sync.
Sources
- Backwards-Compatible
Ark: Survival Evolved (PS4) is backwards compatible with the PlayStation 5, offering a single graphics display mode running 1080p resolution at 60 FPS.
Last verified August 27, 2026
Patch history
Mar 2024
Patch 02.99 · 88.8GBSep 2023
Patch 02.98 · 88.8GBJul 2023
Patch 02.97 · 88.8GBAug 2017
Launch
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