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Plan and build a modern, scientifically managed zoo to support conservation projects in an acclaimed strategy board game.

Ark Nova is a strategy, board game and pvp game developed and published by Dire Wolf.
Released on June 20th 2025 is available on Windows and MacOS in 10 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America and Traditional Chinese.

It has received 368 reviews of which 340 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 16.49€ on Steam with a 25% discount, but you can find it for less on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified Ark Nova into these genres:

Strategy Board Game PvP PvE Resource Management Tabletop Multiplayer Tutorial Early Access Singleplayer Asynchronous Multiplayer

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 (64bit version only)
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 or AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Dire Wolf account required for online play
MacOS
  • OS: macOS 10.15
  • Processor: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT (256 MB) or ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro (256 MB)
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Dire Wolf account required for online play

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Nov. 2025
A triumph of implementing an already amazing board game in digital form. Pros: -AI is surprisingly well coded for such a complex game -Easy to understand UI -Can speed up animations for quicker games -Relaxing soundtrack -Fun challenge mode -Competitive seasonal special exhibit mode Cons: -None other than the fact that the Marine Worlds expansion isn't in the game
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July 2025
Bought this originally just to learn the board game (since the board game had me scratching my head every time I tried to learn it). But now I just play this version because it's SO FUN. Great adaptation for this game.
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June 2025
So happy to see one of the greatest board games come to steam. I enjoy the BGA version but sometimes you just don't feel like PVP. This is a little more cozy and you can take your time. I find the AI to be decent (not the same as PVP). Primarily, its great for a casual game and perfect for learning Ark Nova.
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May 2025
I heard about ark nova after playing games like wingspan. I heard all these great reviews but couldn't grasp the concept through video walk-throughs on youtube. Having a digital version sure beats any admin time and confusion. Though it does take many games to understand the flow but once you get that "light bulb" moment this game because a GEM. I highly recommend playing solo mode to learn. No stress about beating your opponent, Its just you vs the game. This game makes you think turns ahead to optimize your outcome. Every game is different and forces you to strategize. I love that there are different maps to play on (based on the difficulty you select) making it a more new experience and more challenging. One thing I will say this isn't really a game about having your own zoo to cherish and love or whatever. This game is all about politics. Meaning its all about whatever gives you the most victory points. If you're getting this game thinking its a like a zoo simulator, you are sadly mistaken. Multiplayer is fun, though there is a bit of a luck factor. Having said that its ultimately up to the player how to play their cards in the best order to full gain its points or bonuses it gives. Lastly for the those completely new to this game and giving it a shot, please give it time. I know it can be extremely overwhelming at first with all the things going on. Take your time and allow yourself to lose so you can learn. You'll eventually see the beauty of this game.
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March 2025
I know it's still early access but the game has real potential to gather more players if certain features were added and game-breaking bugs were resolved quickly, for example Quarantine Lab doesn't work atm, which is pretty significant. The game is very quiet and it's difficult to form groups. Otherwise, it's a brilliant game and does the boardgame justice. A much cleaner interface than BGA. Please add Marine Worlds and a competitive mode, that would bring in the players!
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ark Nova is currently priced at 16.49€ on Steam.

Ark Nova is currently available at a 25% discount. You can purchase it for 16.49€ on Steam.

Ark Nova received 340 positive votes out of a total of 368 achieving a rating of 8.52.
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Ark Nova was developed and published by Dire Wolf.

Ark Nova is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Ark Nova is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

Ark Nova is not playable on Linux.

Ark Nova offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

Ark Nova offers both Co-op and PvP modes.

Ark Nova does not currently offer any DLC.

Ark Nova does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Ark Nova does not support Steam Remote Play.

Ark Nova is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Ark Nova.

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Ark Nova
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Rating
8.5
340
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Game modes
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Developer
Dire Wolf
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Dire Wolf
Release 20 Jun 2025
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