Why is Ark 2 taking so long?

I've been eagerly anticipating the release of Ark 2, but it seems like the wait is taking forever. Can you help me understand why the development process is taking so long? Is there any specific challenge the team is facing that's causing the delay? Or is it simply a matter of ensuring the final product meets the high standards set by the community? I'm really curious to know what's going on behind the scenes and how the team plans to address any potential roadblocks.