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Here's the Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown release time for your region
Pearl Abyss has announced the release times for Crimson Desert's first DLC, Charting the Unknown, which will be available simultaneously worldwide on October 29 or 30, depending on the region. The DLC is releasing seven months after the base game, with ongoing content updates. Updated system requirements and preload options are available on Steam.
You Need to Have Completed Crimson Desert's Main Storyline to Begin Kliff, Oongka, and Damiane's New DLC Stories
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that players must complete the main storyline of Crimson Desert before they can access new DLC stories featuring characters Kliff, Oongka, and Damiane.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown’s Global Release Time Revealed, Pre-Load Only Available on PS5
Pearl Abyss has announced that the Crimson Desert expansion, Charting the Unknown, will launch globally on October 29th at 3 PM PDT. A mandatory update will precede the expansion's release, with pre-loading currently only available on PlayStation 5. The expansion introduces new areas, bosses, and systems like turning liberated locations into businesses.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown – 10 New Details Worth Knowing
Crimson Desert's first paid expansion, Charting the Unknown, launches October 29th for $25 and introduces numerous new systems. Players can build and customize their own ships, engage in naval combat against human and ghostly enemies, craft dive suits for underwater exploration, and establish new strongholds and businesses. The expansion also features new enemy factions, bosses, and a boss rush mode, aiming to elevate the base game experience.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for September 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Wave makes the top 5
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for September 2026, with Marvel's Wolverine taking the top spot. New releases like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Onimusha: Way of the Sword debuted at #4 and #7 respectively. The report also details the overall best-selling games of 2026 so far, led by NBA 2K27.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown – DLC Features Overview Trailer
Pearl Abyss has released a new trailer for Crimson Desert's upcoming DLC, "Charting the Unknown," detailing new stories and exploration features. The DLC, launching October 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store, will also include pre-order bonuses.
Crimson Desert Charting the Unknown DLC Features Revealed, Including Shipbuilding, Romance, and Housing
Pearl Abyss has revealed details for the upcoming Crimson Desert DLC, titled Charting the Unknown. The expansion will introduce new features such as shipbuilding, romance options, and housing systems for players.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown Trailer Details Boss Rush, Strongholds, Naval Combat, and More
Pearl Abyss has released a new trailer for Crimson Desert's upcoming Charting the Unknown DLC, detailing new features such as customizable ships for naval combat, the ability to build and manage strongholds as businesses, and the introduction of a boss rush mode. The DLC is set to launch on October 29th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown – 15 Things You Should Know Before Jumping In
Crimson Desert's upcoming DLC, Charting the Unknown, expands the open world with new islands, naval and underwater exploration, and fresh combat encounters. The paid expansion, launching October 29th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, also introduces enhanced base-building and property management features. It will be priced at $24.99.
EA FC 27 Future Stars Team 2 Predictions For New Cards
Predictions for the EA Sports FC 27 Future Stars Team 2 have been released, featuring potential high-rated cards for young football talents. While Electronic Arts has not officially announced the players, community predictions suggest names like Jeremy Jaquet and Marc Bernal. The article also briefly mentions other gaming news, including predictions for TOTW 05, the status of Deadlock, and Crimson Desert's review scores.
A Crimson Desert exec thinks critic review scores were lower because they didn't have enough time to play it, and boy oh boy I wonder whose fault that is
Pearl Abyss's European CEO Lybee Park suggested that lower critic review scores for Crimson Desert were due to limited playtime during the review period, preventing full exploration of the game's hidden details. The author argues that developers are responsible for providing adequate review access and that critics' role is to identify friction points, not just praise games.
CEO Excuses Low Crimson Desert Review Scores
Pearl Abyss CEO Lybee Park believes Crimson Desert's initial mixed review scores were due to critics having limited time with unfinished builds. She argues that the game's depth and unique qualities require extensive exploration to appreciate. Despite this, the game has sold over five million copies and is preparing for a Nintendo Switch port in 2027.
Crimson Desert reviewed worse with critics than players because critics didn't have enough time to play the game,…
Pearl Abyss Europe CEO Lybee Park suggests Crimson Desert's critical reception was harsher than player reviews due to critics having limited time and focusing on the main quest. She believes players had more time to explore the game's world and discover its unique details, leading to higher user scores. The article also touches on the impact of review periods and post-launch updates on game reception.
Black Desert introduces a new level cap and smooths its XP curve on PC, removes Frost Highlands on mobile
Pearl Abyss has updated Black Desert on PC, increasing the maximum level cap from 70 to 75 and smoothing the experience point curve for a more consistent progression. The update also includes UI simplifications and other minor adjustments. Black Desert Mobile received changes including the removal of the Frost Highlands area.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for August 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 boosts Elden Ring to the top 10, Big Walk makes the list
Circana's August 2026 US sales chart shows NBA 2K27 and Madden NFL 27 leading, with Elden Ring surging to seventh place following the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. The list also features Mario Kart World and Splatoon Raiders, with Big Walk making an appearance. The year-to-date chart is topped by Resident Evil Requiem.
Crimson Desert DLC delayed by 2 weeks, please join me in wishing the devs a fond 'take your time, please drink some…
Pearl Abyss has announced that the Charting the Unknown DLC for Crimson Desert will be delayed by two weeks, moving its release date to October 29, 2026. The developer is taking extra time to ensure the quality of the content, which includes new building construction options and unique traversal mechanics.
Charting the Unknown Will Arrive in Crimson Desert on October 29
Pearl Abyss has delayed the release of Crimson Desert's first expansion, Charting the Unknown, from October 15, 2026, to October 29, 2026. The company cited the need for additional development time to ensure a more polished and stable gameplay experience across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The expansion will cost $24.99 and includes new activities such as sailing and diving.
Crimson Desert-DLC:t Charting the Unknown försenas
Pearl Abyss has announced that the first expansion for Crimson Desert, titled Charting the Unknown, will be delayed by two weeks to October 29. The developer cited the need for more time to polish and stabilize the experience. The expansion will focus on naval exploration, including sailing a ship and exploring underwater areas.
Crimson Desert's first expansion, Charting the Unknown, delayed so Pearl Abyss get more time to polish and stabilise the red pudding
Pearl Abyss has delayed the first expansion for Crimson Desert, "Charting the Unknown," by two weeks to October 29th to allow for further polishing and stabilization. The studio cited the need for additional development time to ensure a better gameplay experience. The article also touches on the use of generative AI in asset creation and previous issues with its implementation.
Crimson Desert's Charting the Unknown DLC delayed by two weeks "to deliver a more polished and stable gameplay experience"
Pearl Abyss has delayed the release of Crimson Desert's first post-launch add-on, Charting the Unknown, by two weeks. The DLC, originally set for October 15th, will now launch on October 29th to allow for additional polish and stability. The expansion will introduce new islands, ship and underwater exploration, an upgraded house-building mechanic, and NPC relationship systems.
