ATLAS Reviews

this game no longer works cant do private match any more and cant do cheats any more

Great Ideas but abandoned by the devs and lacked polish and focus. We enjoyed our time playing it alot! Definitly a unique game with unique experiences while we were active in it! Sadly not recommended because it's now abandoned!

Game was Great, iv always loved ark survival evolved n atlas, my problem with atlas they made the shipyards so damn expensive you couldnt get one playing solo... and clearly the lack of interests from the parent company

ATLAS is an ambitious open-world pirate survival MMO that plunges players into a vast, shared oceanic world teeming with adventure, danger, and opportunity. From the moment you set sail, the game impresses with its massive scale, allowing you to explore thousands of islands, engage in naval battles, and carve out your own place in a persistent, player-driven world. Unlike many survival games that focus on isolated or small-scale experiences, ATLAS thrives on large-scale multiplayer interaction, combining base-building, resource management, and epic sea combat into a unique and often chaotic blend. Exploration is a cornerstone of ATLAS’s appeal. The world feels truly enormous, with diverse biomes ranging from tropical islands to frozen tundras, each with its own wildlife, resources, and environmental challenges. Players can chart their own courses, discover hidden treasures, and encounter dangerous creatures both on land and at sea. The dynamic weather and day-night cycles add an extra layer of immersion, influencing everything from sailing conditions to combat tactics. While the vastness is impressive, it sometimes leads to moments of aimlessness for solo players, especially early on when resources are scarce and threats loom large. Survival mechanics in ATLAS are robust, requiring careful management of hunger, thirst, and health, along with protection against environmental hazards. Gathering resources and crafting are critical to progression, enabling players to build ships, weapons, and outposts. The ship-building system is particularly noteworthy, offering deep customization options that range from small sloops to massive galleons bristling with cannons. Naval combat is intense and strategic, demanding teamwork to maneuver, load cannons, and repel boarders. However, this complexity can be overwhelming for newcomers, and the steep learning curve may discourage casual players. Multiplayer interaction defines much of the gameplay experience in ATLAS. Alliances and rivalries between player groups shape the political landscape, with territorial control, trade routes, and large-scale naval battles adding layers of depth and excitement. The persistent world means that your actions have lasting consequences, fostering a sense of community and competition. That said, the game can be unforgiving to solo or small-group players, as larger, more organized crews often dominate the seas and key resources. This social dynamic can be thrilling but also frustrating, depending on your playstyle and server environment. Technically, ATLAS has had its share of ups and downs. At launch, performance issues, bugs, and crashes were common, but ongoing updates have significantly improved stability and optimized gameplay. Visuals are serviceable, with detailed ship models and vibrant island environments, though some textures and animations feel dated or repetitive. The user interface is functional but can be cluttered, especially during hectic battles or complex crafting sessions. Audio design effectively captures the ambiance of the high seas, from creaking wood to crashing waves and cannon fire, enhancing immersion. In conclusion, ATLAS delivers a vast and exhilarating pirate-themed survival MMO experience that rewards exploration, cooperation, and strategic thinking. Its enormous open world, deep crafting systems, and dynamic player-driven conflicts set it apart from other survival games. However, the game’s complexity and challenging multiplayer dynamics mean it is best suited for dedicated players willing to invest time and effort. While it may not be perfect, ATLAS offers a uniquely immersive seafaring adventure that continues to evolve and expand, promising countless hours of pirate escapades on the open ocean. Rating: 5/10

If you like ARK survival and No man's sky, you will like this game. If you love exploration, you will love it. I have got this game in summer sale 2025, for $4. The game maybe a bit buggy, but at this price, worth it.

This should be removed from Steam, no support and crashes all the time. This use to be fun to play but the updates destroyed the game play, there are no more live servers so early access does not apply anymore. Game was abandoned.

was cool now its a complete useless game, no official and they kept making the game too large when it was perfect when it first came out. ive played about 700 hours and im disappointed on the devs for destroying a beautiful game!!!

i bought Atlas years ago and played for a long time, 983 hours. i recently reinstalled and started a server for myself just to have some fun. i missed the ship building and all that. but i guess as a parting FU shot the devs really broke the game! the trees and rocks do not respawn. WHY? if you loos interest in supporting the game, why sabotage it so it can not be played with out using the admin cheats?

game was pretty much abandoned 6 months after release they left some poor guy in charge when they got bored of it and kept taking devs from him to work on ark, and completely abandoned in 2023. would have been a great game if they gave it a proper chance.

This game had, and still has potential if they ever decide to pick it up again. I don't understand why they stopped updating as it is a gem in the rough. If you are interested, don't pay full price for the game. You will need to learn how to run your own grid, which I do on my own hardware. The servers aren't that demanding, so an old box can work. A 3x3 is fun enough if you want to do battles and look for treasure. As a small crew, we aren't interested in the powerstone and stuff... Just derping around and having fun fighting the AOD.