Ark Nova

Ark Nova

by Dire Wolf Digital

1.2K ratings
132 reviews
$10.99

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Released
June 19, 2025
Updated
October 5, 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

1.3.0

October 5, 2026

Bug fixes and improvements for events.

Charts

Top Paid

📉 36-5

Board games

This game dropped -5 positions in Board games chart.

Last updated on October 16, 2026.

Top Paid

📉 105-9

Strategy games

This game dropped -9 positions in Strategy games chart.

Last updated on October 16, 2026.

User reviews

Sehr gelungene Umsetzung des für mich besten Brettspiels der Welt

Zwar bevorzuge ich immer noch das Brettspiel, weil man von den anderen Spielern mehr mitkriegt und es dadurch übersichtlicher ist, aber die App-Umsetzung lässt fast nichts zu wünschen übrig.

재미, 중독성, 완성도 모두 만점

빨리 확장 출시해 주세요

Que du bonheur

Un tel plaisir de retrouver en application ce fabuleux jeu. Il manque l’extension !

UX from Hell

Das Brettspiel ist toll. Die UX der App ist Schrott. Stellt Designer ein die das können!

Fantastic

Fantastic implementation of an awesome board game. Handles all the administration and lets you concentrate on playing the 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

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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.