Ark Nova

Ark Nova

by Dire Wolf Digital

1.2K ratings
127 reviews
$10.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 19, 2025
  • September 14, 2026

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Design and manage a modern zoo to support global conservation efforts. Build enclosures, house animals, and utilize unique cards for special abilities. Compete to create the most successful zoological establishment.

✓Plan and design a modern zoo
✓Build enclosures and accommodate animals
✓Support global conservation projects
✓Utilize 255 unique cards (animals, specialists, projects)
✓Upgrade action cards for gameplay
✓Increase zoo appeal and scientific reputation
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What's New in Ark Nova

1.2.0

September 14, 2026

Bug fixes and UX improvements

Charts

Top Paid

📈 30+2

Board games

This game rose +2 positions in Board games chart.

Last updated on September 26, 2026.

Top Paid

📈 92+9

Strategy games

This game rose +9 positions in Strategy games chart.

Last updated on September 26, 2026.

User reviews

Superbe portage

Un vrai plaisir de jouer avec cette très belle adaptation, sans prise de tête sur les points de règles de la version plateau. Ne manque plus que l’extension Marine World et ce sera un sans faute.

No marine world?

want the expension; marine world

Einfach gut

Perfekte Umsetzung. Jeder, der das Brettspiel kennt, wird diese App lieben, wer nicht möchte bestimmt das Brettspiel kennen lernen.
Hoffentlich werden Erweiterungen erscheinen!!

Room for Improvement

This may be a great game for someone who has played the board version, but for a newbie I cannot recommend it. The tutorial is skimpy, and the game rules section is far from clear on a number of items, not to mention the fact that it takes a bunch of clicks to get to it whereas it should be just one click. There appear to be game mechanics that occur behind the scenes with zero explanation and prevent a player from completing actions that they expect to be able to. Very frustrating. On the plus side, the visuals appeal of the board and cards is very nice.
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Excellent

A* implementation of an A* board game.

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

iPad Flash exit issue

Bug

Rewards screen being blocked by other UI elements

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Option to enable larger UI buttons for modal panels

Feature

Full screen mode

Feature

Option to reverse zoom direction

Feature

Improved card readability/zoom

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FAQ

What is Ark Nova?

Ark Nova is a strategy board game where players plan and build a modern, scientifically managed zoo. The goal is to create the most successful zoological establishment by building enclosures, housing animals, and supporting conservation projects worldwide.

What are the main actions in Ark Nova?

Players manage their gameplay using five action cards: BUILD (for enclosures and kiosks), ANIMALS (to accommodate animals), CARDS (to gain new zoo cards), ASSOCIATION (for association worker tasks), and SPONSORS (to play sponsor cards or raise money).

How do I win in Ark Nova?

The objective is to have the most successful zoological establishment. This is achieved by increasing the appeal and scientific reputation of your zoo, collecting conservation points, and completing conservation projects.

What makes Ark Nova replayable?

The game features high replayability due to its rich components and the variety offered by 255 unique cards. These cards include animals, specialists, unique enclosures, and conservation projects, each with particular abilities, ensuring a different experience each time.