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Lost Ark

Lost Ark

Embark on an odyssey for the Lost Ark in a vast, vibrant world: explore new lands, seek out lost treasures, and test yourself in thrilling action combat in this action-packed free-to-play RPG.

70%
Mostly Positive
DeveloperSmilegate RPG
PublisherAmazon Game Studios
Release DateFeb 11, 2022
Free to Play
Peak Players1.3M
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
Free To Play
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
AI Review Summary

Lost Ark features exceptionally praised combat and stunning visuals, with many considering its core gameplay among the best in MMORPGs. However, the game is overwhelmingly criticized for its frustrating endgame, excessive timegating, complex systems, and significant pay-to-progress elements, making it difficult for new or returning players to enjoy. The recent removal of the PvP arena, a key feature for many, has also contributed to negative sentiment.

Pros

  • The core combat system is exceptionally good and considered among the best in MMORPGs.
  • The game features gorgeous visuals and graphics.
  • It offers a ridiculous amount of content for players to engage with.
  • Some players still find it worth playing, even for new or returning players.

Cons

  • The endgame is overwhelming, timegated, grindy, and lacks credible or fun content for many players.
  • New and returning players struggle to get into the game due to complexity, lack of support, and being declined from parties.
  • The core gameplay is buried under endless menus, numerous currencies, and bloated systems.
  • The game heavily features pay-to-progress elements, with free-to-play players lagging significantly behind spenders.
  • Player support is extremely poor, offering generic responses and often ignoring specific cases.
  • The highly praised PvP arena, a major draw for many, has been removed from the game.

Notable Mentions

  • The game has an average playtime of over 700 hours, indicating significant time investment from its player base.
  • Despite its engaging combat, only 8.2% of reviews are positive, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction.
Confidence: 55%
Based on the 69 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Feb 20, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
4.7K
Peak · last 90 days
11.7K
All-time peak
1.3M

Price

Current price
Free to Play
Lowest tracked
Free to Playsince Nov 24, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
0%
All-time positive
70%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews203.2K
Positive: 143.0K (70%)Negative: 60.2K (30%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

1959h

Avg Playtime at Review

87%

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