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Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert is Pearl Abyss' open-world action-adventure set in Pywel, following Kliff and the Greymanes through large-scale battles, exploration and a sprawling fantasy conflict.
Release
March 19, 2026
Status
Released
Platforms
PS5 • Xbox Series X|S • PC • Mac
XGW Hype
★★★★★
Developer
Pearl Abyss
Publisher
Pearl Abyss
About Crimson Desert
Overview
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set across the continent of Pywel. The game combines story-driven exploration, large-scale combat and a broad fantasy world centered on Kliff and the Greymanes. Pearl Abyss is expanding the adventure with Charting the Unknown, a major expansion arriving in October 2026.
Release Information
Crimson Desert launched on March 19, 2026. The Charting the Unknown expansion arrives on PlayStation Store on October 15, 2026.
Platform Information
Crimson Desert is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Mac.
XGW Game Brief
What We Know
- Pearl Abyss develops and publishes Crimson Desert.
- The game takes place in the fantasy continent of Pywel.
- Kliff and the Greymanes are central to the story.
- Crimson Desert launched in March 2026.
- Charting the Unknown expands the adventure in October 2026.
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