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Crimson Desert’s Latest Patches Show the Base Game Is Far From Forgotten
The upcoming DLC may be the main focus, but that doesn't mean the base game is being neglected, as recent patches have shown.
Crimson Desert: Deluxe Edition
Released Mar 19, 2026
Perspective Third person
Rated ESRB: M
Developer Pearl Abyss
Publisher Pearl Abyss
Where to play
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure game set in the beautiful yet brutal continent of Pywel. Embark on a journey as the Greymane Kliff and restore what has been lost. Explore uncharted lands, fight against threats that stand in your way, and discover the wonders the world has in store. A plentiful adventure with the Deluxe Pack! Enjoy a diverse adventure with more armor, horse tack, and cosmetics for Kliff! [Deluxe Pack] ● Kairos Plate Helm ● Kairos Plate Gloves ● Kairos Plate Boots ● Kairos Cloak ● Kairos Plate Armor ● Balgran Shield ● Exclaire Champron ● Exclaire Barding ● Exclaire Saddle ● Exclaire Stirrups
Story
A devastating ambush in the deep of night by their sworn enemies the Black Bears leaves members of the Greymanes dead or scattered across the continent. Kliff – having lost his Greymane comrades, his family in all but name – is determined to reunite with the survivors, rebuild the fallen Greymanes, and reclaim what was lost. But on a journey where alliances are forged, dangers abound, and mysterious factions are uncovered, Kliff will come to realize that an unprecedented threat and a destiny greater than he imagined await him.
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Crimson Desert Studio Used its Own Engine Over Unreal to Have More Control Over Necessary Features
Lead engineer Jin-hwan Kim spoke about wanting to avoid relying on technology made by external companies for "core competencies".
via Tech4Gamers
Pearl Abyss Rejected UE5 For Crimson Desert As They Prefered Control Over Convenience
Crimson Desert studio says it used in-house engine instead of Unreal Engine 5, because it provided them with much higher development control. Pearl Abyss Rejected UE5 For Crimson Desert As They Prefered Control Over Convenience is a post from Tech4Gamers - All About Technology An…