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Crimson Desert was released worldwide on March 19, 2026 for macOS, PlayStation 5, Windows and Xbox Series X/S. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for early 2027.
Crimson Desert is available on Windows PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and macOS. The Nintendo Switch 2 version arrives in early 2027.
The Standard Edition is $69.99. The Digital Deluxe Edition ($79.99) adds the Kairos Plate Set, Balgran Shield and Exclaire Horse Tack Set. Collector's Edition pricing varies by region.
Crimson Desert is developed and published by Pearl Abyss, the studio behind Black Desert Online. It was originally planned as a BDO prequel before evolving into a standalone title.
It is an open-world action-adventure game with fast-paced melee combat, exploration, mounts and quests — set on the continent of Pywel.
Three: protagonist Kliff, plus Oongka and Damiane who join as the story unfolds. Each has a unique combat style, skills and weapons.
The Steam listing marks Crimson Desert as a single-player title with full controller support. Online multiplayer has not been a focus of the launch edition.
Minimum: Windows 10 64-bit, Ryzen 5 2600X / i5-8500, 16 GB RAM, RX 5500 XT / GTX 1060, DX12, 150 GB SSD. Recommended: Ryzen 5 5600 / i5-11600K, 16 GB RAM, RX 6700 XT / RTX 2080, DX12, 150 GB SSD.
Yes — it sold three million copies within the first week of release and received generally positive reviews.
The Steam store page lists two DLC items (app 4024620 and 4572870). Official details are limited — check the storefront for the latest.
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