Lost Ark UK release date, launch time, early access, Power Pass & gameplay

• Buy Lost Ark Founder's Pack from Amazon (prices from £13.20)

If you just can't wait until the free-to-play launch time, you could always get Lost Ark early access by purchasing a Founder's Pack. Either way, read on for all the essential details on Lost Ark's impending launch.

When is the Lost Ark UK release date?

We had a closed beta for the game at the tail end of last year, but when is the Lost Ark UK release date for the game in full?

Happily, there is not long to wait: the Lost Ark UK release date will take place on Friday, 11th February 2022, so there are only a few days left to go.

When does early access start for Lost Ark?

Eager players who buy a Founder's Pack will get early access to Lost Ark from 5pm BST on Tuesday 8th February. So if you've ordered that version of the game, you should be able to jump in very soon indeed — once you've got the game installed, that is!

When is the free-to-play Lost Ark release time in the UK?

The Lost Ark release time for free-to-play players in the UK has been confirmed. Lost Ark will unlock at 5pm BST on Friday 11th February for players in the UK. At that time, you should be able to jump into the game and get started.

Can I pre-load Lost Ark?

Yes, you can pre-load Lost Ark! If you go to the game's official Steam page on your PC, you should see a green button near the top of the page saying 'Pre-Load Game' — click on that, follow the steps it gives you, and the game should install onto your system ahead of its unlocking.

In terms of the Lost Ark file size, you will need 50 GB of available space in order to install it.

Read more on Lost Ark:

• Lost Ark review - our first impressions
• Lost Ark classes - which is the best to start with?
• Lost Ark Founder's Pack - what are the differences?
• Lost Ark PC requirements
• Lost Ark server list

Lost Ark Power Pass details

If you've been keeping up with the news cycle on this one, you may have already heard about the Lost Ark Power Pass, a special item that can level up a character to level 50, allowing you to skip over all the faff and grind that would usually be involved in hitting that level.

How do you get a Power Pass in Lost Ark? The answer to that question was recently provided by the developers via the game's official forum.

If you're wondering how to get a Lost Ark Power Pass, you need to progress the main story until you complete the Main Quest called Ealyn’s Gift from North Vern. When you've completed that quest, you'll receive a Vern Power Pass Token through the in-game mail system. You can use it to upgrade any other character (as in, not your first character) to level 50.

Once you've used that first Power Pass, a second Power Pass should be sent to you through in-game mail, as well, which will allow you to power up a different character to level 50.

Lost Ark gameplay

Lost Ark gameplay takes place from an isometric perspective, allowing you to get a good view of the stunning landscapes and grimy dungeons where you'll be doing both your exploring and real-time battling. To take a look at Lost Ark gameplay in action, take a look at the Lost Ark gameplay video below:

What platforms can you get Lost Ark on?

Being an Amazon Games title over here should tell you what you will be able to play it on - Lost Ark will be available exclusively on PC via Steam. Much like Amazon's New World game from last year, no port to console is expected for Lost Ark - but if the game is a roaring success over here, who knows, that could well change.

One of the stunning landscapes from Lost Ark.

What is Lost Ark?

Lost Ark is an ARPG and an MMOARPG game - that means it is an action role-playing game that you can play online with loads of other people, basically. It is renowned for having a combat system that many have described as "intense". There is no lock-on mode for aiming so precision and timing are key for survival and success.

Here is the official word on what to expect from Amazon Games and Smilegate RPG: "In Lost Ark, players embark on an odyssey for the titular Lost Ark in a captivating world of endless depth, discovering wonders at every corner of the map and in every city, castle, and catacomb.

"The game features 15 distinct hero classes with unique combinations of adaptable skillsets, utilizing the Tripod skill system which allows players to select and enhance the unique traits of a combat skill when it reaches a certain level.

"Players will delve into chaos dungeons, go head-to-head in expert PvP duels, test their mettle on epic quests, raid against bosses big and small, and hold their own in the fight against the demon legion to reclaim the eternal power and light of the Lost Ark."

It sounds like something that could get a ton of players hooked, much like it already has in the places that already have it - but will it be the first big success story for Amazon Games? Only time will tell.

Is Lost Ark free?

Yes, Lost Ark is a free-to-play game, which means you should be able to download it on Steam from 11th February and start playing without having to spend a penny.

There will be optional microtransactions and paid-for DLC packs in Lost Ark, though, which players can choose to buy if they want to get a bit more out of the game.

These optional extras range from a Founder's Pack (£13.20 from Amazon) to a very snazzy Platinum Edition (£87.99 from Amazon). But just to be clear, you don't have to pay anything to get the base game!

Is there a trailer for Lost Ark?

While we wait for the game to be released, here is a Lost Ark trailer for you to enjoy – assuming you haven't watched it multiple times already, of course. Take a look below and get ready for the Lost Ark UK release date on 11th February.

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