| Crimson Desert | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | Pre-Order & DLC | Review |
| Release Date | |
|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 More Details |
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| Genre | |
| Open-World, Action, Adventure | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$69.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| Pearl Abyss | Pearl Abyss |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| TBD | TBD |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| 1 | TBD |
| Official Website | Official Website for Crimson Desert |
Crimson Desert Latest News
⚫︎ Crimson Desert Sets March 2026 Launch Date (Official Crimson Desert X Page)
⚫︎ Crimson Desert Gameplay Highlights New Abilities and Cursed Knight Battle (Gaming Bolt)
⚫︎ Crimson Desert is Getting a Physical Release in Partnership with PLAION (Steam)
⚫︎ Crimson Desert Has Been Nominated at the gamescom Awards! (Steam)
⚫︎ Crimson Desert delayed to Q1 2026 (Gematsu)
Crimson Desert Overview
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure game by Pearl Abyss, set in the brutal medieval land of Pywel. Planned to be released on March 19, 2026 for the PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, Crimson Desert lets players follow Kliff and the GreyManes as they fight through harsh environments and dangerous enemies.
With intense combat, vast exploration, and unique features like horse drifting and fishing, the game promises an unforgettable journey.
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| Steam |
PlayStation |
Xbox |
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| $69.99 | ||||||||
Crimson Desert Gameplay
Crimson Desert is a single-player open-world action-adventure game featuring gritty, grounded combat with touches of fantasy. Set in a medieval world, players can traverse wide-open fields on horseback, explore scenic landscapes, and even perform horse drifts. Along the way, you can complete quests for townsfolk, try your hand at fishing, or interact with random animals by petting or picking them up.
The game’s standout feature is its intense and brutal combat, blending elements from Assassin’s Creed stealth and climbing, Final Fantasy XVI’s fast-paced combos, and Monster Hunter’s heavy, impactful strikes and monster encounters.
Crimson Desert Announcement Trailer
Crimson Desert - Official Reveal Trailer | Pearl Abyss Connect 2019
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