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Less Than 10% of Crimson Desert Players Have Beaten the Game
Months after its release, Crimson Desert players still don't seem that interested in completing the story, with less than 10% having beaten the game.
Pearl Abyss Reflects On Crimson Desert's 17 Post-Launch Updates, New Features, and More Since Launch
Pywel has grown since Crimson Desert's March launch. The team has added new features, responded to feedback, added 120 mounts and pets, and 70 new outfits and is sharing highlights from everything added.
Pearl Abyss Q2 2026: Crimson Desert tapers off, Black Desert flattens, DokeV eyes 2028
As we noted last quarter, Pearl Abyss has shifted over to doing just earnings letters, not investor calls, and that pattern has continued into Q2 2026. And readers will recall that in Q1, Pearl Abyss was riding high on the launch of Crimson Desert, a game that was once an MMO but…
Crimson Desert studio allocates more staff to DokeV, the open-world creature collecting game announced in 2019
The colourful adventure game is now set for the end of 2028
Pearl Abyss confirms Crimson Desert DLC is scheduled to 'release this year' — and I'm not ready for it, even after 240 hours
Pearl Abyss confirms Crimson Desert DLC is on its way later this year, but with a huge release schedule, I'm not ready yet, even after 240 hours of playtime.
Pearl Abyss Is Shifting Personnel from Crimson Desert to DokeV, Planning Demos Next Year and a Launch in 2H 2028
While developer Pearl Abyss is certainly very happy about the commercial success of Crimson Desert and has further plans for it, including an imminent DLC and a Nintendo Switch 2 port, the studio has also begun shifting personnel to DokeV, its next big release. In the Pearl Abyss…
After Q1 Profit Surge, Pearl Abyss Reports a Softer Q2, Crimson Desert DLC and New Projects Are Coming
Pearl Abyss' Q2 financial report and revised outlook come after a huge Q1 surge from Crimson Desert's launch. Now, "the launch effect of Crimson Desert softened" with some drops, but still overall positive results and lots in the works.
Crimson Desert team aiming to release Switch 2 version in first-half 2027
Just deserts
Crimson Desert DLC on Track for 2026 Release as Dev Ponders Multiplayer Modes
"Significant potential for expansion". As Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss stated a couple of months back, a major DLC is currently in the works — and now we've got confirmation that it's targeting a release before the end of the year. Said confirmation comes courtesy of the…
Crimson Desert Trailer Celebrates All the New Features and Content Added Since Launch
With 17 major patches and numerous hotfixes in between, Pearl Abyss's breakout action RPG has come a long way in five months.
Crimson Desert DLC is coming "this year" as part of "various follow-up strategies" at Pearl Abyss
Kliff's playground is expanding
Crimson Desert Recounts a Massive Year-Long Post-Launch, and A Switch 2 Port is Planned
Pearl Abyss is celebrating the content added to Crimson Desert's post-launch by adding more DLC content in Q4 2026, and a Switch 2 port is reportedly planned.
Crimson Desert getting a Switch 2 release, and Pearl Abyss sees "significant potential" for multiplayer, with "live service operation models" mentioned
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has confirmed a Switch 2 version of the game will be released, and given a rough timeframe for it, and said it sees "significant potential" for multiplayer in the single-player open-world fantasy game.
Crimson Desert has done so well it'll be getting a DLC this year, with more details coming sooner than I expected given Pearl Abyss' breakneck pace
Pearl Abyss' new darling is getting more special treatment.
Crimson Desert Is "Playable" On Switch 2 And Targeting A 2027 Release
Pearl Abyss has somehow got Crimson Desert to a playable state on Switch 2 and could launch the port in under a year from now.
Pearl Abyss Q2 earnings decline as impact of Crimson Desert's launch period subsides
Pearl Abyss reported a weaker second quarter as the initial impact of Crimson Desert's March launch has tapered off.
Crimson Desert Doubles Down With 2026 DLC and Switch 2 Port, As Pearl Abyss Eyes Further Expansion
Following a long development time, Crimson Desert launched earlier this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, becoming a smashing success despite its by-the-books open-world formula that incorporates elements from other open-world games like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Th…
Crimson Desert DLC Planned to Release This Year, More Details Coming in Q3
Pearl Abyss has "various follow-up strategies planned" for the open-world title, "including DLCs and platform expansions."
‘Crimson Desert’ Dev Finally Reveals DLC Release Window, and It’s Soon
Pearl Abyss' hit action RPG will also come to Nintendo Switch 2 in less than a year
Crimson Desert did so well that developer Pearl Abyss reported 94% increased labor expenses due to "performance bonus payments" made to 1,035 employees
The open-world RPG has been one of 2026's biggest successes so far
Crimson Desert Dev Comments on Multiplayer and Sequel Plans
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss shares its plans for the future of the hit 2026 RPG, bringing up potential sequel and multiplayer plans.
Crimson Desert Dev Conducting 'Extensive Research' on Multiplayer Modes, Plots Potential Sequels
Pearl Abyss has detailed its plans for smash hit action role-playing game Crimson Desert, confirming it is exploring multiplayer modes. Meanwhile, we have a target launch window for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, and talk of potential sequels.
"Crimson Desert is not a one-off title": Pearl Abyss is open to "sequel titles," multiplayer expansions, and even more DLC
This crimson desert is turning into a crimson kingdom
Pokemon-like DokeV is "targeting a launch in the second half of 2028," nearly 10 years after it was revealed by Crimson Desert studio Pearl Abyss
There's a release window for the latent MMO
Pearl Abyss Sees Over 7,411% Profit Jump And 247% Sales Boost Thanks To Crimson Desert’s Success
Crimson Desert has been an absolute behemoth for Pearl Abyss, with the company seeing record profit jump and revenue in Q2 2026. Pearl Abyss Sees Over 7,411% Profit Jump And 247% Sales Boost Thanks To Crimson Desert’s Success is a post from Tech4Gamers - All About Technology And…
Crimson Desert Fans Need to Stop Expecting Every Update to Be Massive
As the game settles into more bug fixes and performance improvements, fans may need to realign their expectations with each new patch.
8 Ways Crimson Desert Makes Open Worlds Feel Less Repetitive Than Ever Before
If the open world genre has gotten you down, here are 8 ways Crimson Desert makes open worlds feel less repetitive than ever before.
Crimson Desert Update 1.17.00 Fixes Challenge Progress, Map Issues, and Improves Stability
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert has been updated to version 1.17.00, implementing bug fixes and stability improvements. You can view the quoted patch notes below: Content Fixed an issue where progress toward the “Desperate Rescue” challenge was not counted correctly…
Crimson Desert finally fixes one of its most annoying bugs after weeks of complaints
Pearl Abyss literally has fans rejoicing
Fans Rejoice As Crimson Desert Devs Finally Address Its Most Frustrating Bug
If you were waiting for more patches before getting back into Crimson Desert, there is no better time than with its most recent update.
Crimson Desert Address Overlapping Footstep Sounds, Animation Stutter, and Other Bugs With New Patch
Yet another patch brings more fixes, including an issue where unintentional items were equipped in quick slots after food ran out.
Beast of Reincarnation Borrows Crimson Desert’s Playbook, as Game Freak Scrambles to Fix Its Divisive Debut With Story Improvements
Beast of Reincarnation, Pokémon series developer Game Freak's first major new IP in a very long time, is now out on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and the initial reception has been mixed, to say the least. While I enjoyed the game quite a bit despite its issues, awardin…
Crimson Desert Patch 1.16 – 10 New Gameplay Changes
Crimson Desert's latest update completely overhauls trading for the better. Check out everything you need to know to make a killing.
Crimson Desert’s Denuvo Protection Has Been Cracked
Voices38 has been on fire. In just one day, he released not one, but two Denuvo cracks. The first Denuvo crack was for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. The second, as the title implies, is for Crimson Desert. Crimson Desert was released on PC in March 2026. As such, it took almost f…
Crimson Desert Wins Best International Game Award In China At CGIA 2026
Crimson Desert has won the Best International Game award at the China Game Innovation Awards event held during the China Joy Expo. Crimson Desert Wins Best International Game Award In China At CGIA 2026 is a post from Tech4Gamers - All About Technology And Gaming News
Crimson Desert update overhauls the game's economy with 133 new trading posts and trade goods that change in price
Pearl Abyss adds more ways to get rich quick
Crimson Desert Patch Notes Version 1.16.00: All Major Changes, Bug Fixes, and More
Pearl Abyss has released Crimson Desert Patch Version 1.16.00, introducing a major overhaul to the game’s trading system alongside numerous gameplay fixes, combat improvements, quality-of-life updates, and stability enhancements. The update significantly expands trading opportuni…
Crimson Desert's latest patch is good news for all you moneygrubs, as it adds in a bounty of new trading posts and goods to pawn off
It feels kind of alarming that Crimson Desert is continuing to put out such regular patches months on from its release. There seems to be something new practically every week! And this week is no different, as another update has arrived in the action RPG that will please the mone…
Crimson Desert player tags along with a flying clay pot to the end of the world
It seems like inanimate objects like to do their own thing in Crimson Desert, as one user shares their experience of flying pottery.
The new open-world RPG climbing Steam is the biggest surprise since Crimson Desert: huge, pretty, and only $30
It's even got its own AI controversy
Crimson Desert Update Changes the Mace of Ambition’s Location, Fixes Crops Not Growing and More
Pearl Abyss's update doesn't include any new gameplay features or content, but at least summoning your Wyvern mid-air should work now.
Crimson Desert Releases Patch Notes for Update 1.15
Pearl Abyss releases a new update for Crimson Desert, keeping to its nearly weekly schedule though this latest patch may be lighter on new content.
Crimson Desert Update 1.15.00 Fixes Crashes, Bosses, and Gameplay Bugs
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert has been updated to version 1.15.00, implementing various bug fixes and improvements to stability. You can view the quoted patch notes below: Content Fixed an issue where certain bosses would appear transparent during battle. Fixed an…
This Crimson Desert Mod Adds a GPS-Style Navigation System
Now here is something really cool. Modder ‘dofo7777’ has released a mod that adds a GPS-style navigation system to Crimson Desert. So, let’s take a closer look at it. Crimson Route adds road-based navigation routes to Crimson Desert. With this mod, you can track a quest or place…
Crimson Desert Finally Has Cross-Save, But Its Implementation Is Far From Seamless
Is the latest update to hit Pywel one that marks the first time the developer has stumbled since it first began transforming the land it created? Probably not, but we’ve got a few complaints.
Crimson Desert Drops to $49 on PS5 (Limited Time Only)
Amazon has reduced the price of Crimson Desert physical copies on PS5 to $49, matching the game's lowest price ever. This limited-time Lightning Deal is available only while stock lasts.
The MOP Up: Crimson Desert adds a cross-save feature across all its platforms
Hopping between gaming platforms got a lot easier as a Crimson Desert player, thanks to this past week’s inclusion of a cross-save feature on PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store. This allows anyone to use a single save file even if they are accessing the fantasy RPG th…
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Crimson Desert's new patch add finally adds an essential feature
Pearl Abyss is making it easier to play the massive RPG across any platform in Crimson Desert Patch 1.14.00, which adds cross saves
Crimson Desert Update 1.14.00 Released – Full Patch Notes
Pearl Abyss has just released Title Update 1.14.00 for its latest game, Crimson Desert, and shared its full patch notes. So, let’s see what this new patch brings to the table. The main feature of Patch 1.14.00 is Cross-save. Cross-save is available on PlayStation, XBOX, Steam, an…