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Crimson Desert players are speed-gliding using this "game changer" of a trick that may or may not be a bug:…
Players of Crimson Desert have discovered a "game-changing" trick that significantly increases gliding speed and distance, which many believe to be an unintended bug. While some players are pleading with developer Pearl Abyss not to patch the exploit, others anticipate it will be fixed due to its overpowered nature and potential conflict with the game's design.
Crimson Desert is "opposite" to most open-world games because the "magic kicks in" later, says Arkane Lyon boss: "Might be why so many find investing time in it rewarding"
Arkane Lyon studio director Dinga Bakaba believes Crimson Desert's slower early-game pacing, which introduces new mechanics gradually, is key to its rewarding player experience. He contrasts this with games that front-load content, suggesting Crimson Desert's 'friction' makes it 'sticky' in an era of fast consumption. While some players find this approach engaging, others prefer games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Is Crimson Desert coming to Game Pass? Speculation, potential release date, and more
Crimson Desert is currently not available on Xbox Game Pass, and Pearl Abyss has made no announcements regarding its inclusion. While the game has been a commercial success, selling over four million copies, its $70 price tag leads to speculation about its potential future addition to subscription services like Game Pass or PlayStation Plus, similar to Cyberpunk 2077 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
'No Mode Is Properly Optimised on Base PS5': Crimson Desert's Console Performance a 'Mixed Bag'
Digital Foundry's analysis reveals that Crimson Desert suffers from significant performance issues on both the base PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. None of the three graphical modes on the base PS5 are properly optimized, with issues ranging from blurry resolution to frame rate drops. While the PS5 Pro offers improvements, it still struggles with CPU bottlenecks in busy areas, leading to substantial frame rate dips across all modes.
Nearly 2 weeks after Crimson Desert's launch, tons of players are still in the first region: "136 hours in the…
Despite being released nearly two weeks ago, many players are still exploring the first region of Crimson Desert, with some reporting over 130 hours played without leaving it. The game has sold three million copies in five days, and its massive scope is a frequent topic of discussion among players and even its PR director.
Billy the pickpocket is the unluckiest man in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert introduces players to its bounty system through an encounter with a pickpocket named Billy in the town of Hernand. This organic introduction allows players to naturally engage with the bounty system by chasing down Billy after he attempts to steal from them. The article suggests that players might consider letting Billy go, as he only steals a small amount of currency and may be struggling financially.
Crimson Desert’s public sentiment turnaround after its widely criticized launch period needs to be studied
Crimson Desert has achieved over four million copies sold in less than two weeks, marking a significant turnaround after a mixed launch reception. Pearl Abyss has been praised for rapid updates that addressed launch flaws, improved controls, and performance, contributing to a positive shift in player sentiment and strong word-of-mouth.
Crimson Desert Modder Restores What They Believe to Be 'A Fully Designed Food Consequence System That Pearl Abyss Built but Never Activated'
A modder has reportedly restored a fully designed food consequence system in Crimson Desert that they believe Pearl Abyss built but never activated. This discovery comes as the game approaches two weeks on sale, with modders continuing to explore its hidden features.
Crimson Desert Players Are Finding The Best Drip Around
Players of Pearl Abyss' action-adventure RPG Crimson Desert are actively sharing creative character outfits and cosplays on Reddit, drawing inspiration from various games like Elden Ring and Final Fantasy XIV. Despite the game's success, selling over 4 million copies, players continue to express frustration with its inventory management system, even after a recent patch.
Crimson Desert Sales Pass 4m in Less Than Two Weeks
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has surpassed four million sales in less than two weeks across all platforms. The open-world action RPG, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, has achieved this milestone rapidly since its launch last month.
Crimson Desert Has Passed 4 Million Copies Sold
Crimson Desert has surpassed 4 million copies sold, marking a significant success for developer and publisher Pearl Abyss. Despite a rocky launch and initial stock price drop, the game has recovered with a "Very Positive" rating on Steam and nearly 200,000 daily concurrent players, leading to a rise in Pearl Abyss's stock.
Crimson Desert's less than ideal launch is a distant memory as it hits the 4 million sales milestone
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 4 million copies worldwide in less than two weeks. Despite some initial divisive design choices, jank, and performance issues, the open-world game has achieved a Very Positive user review rating on Steam. The studio is actively releasing updates and hotfixes to address ongoing issues, including ray tracing performance and control schemes.
PS5 Hit Crimson Desert Might Have Divided Opinion, But It's Cracked 4 Million Sales in Two Weeks
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 4 million copies in less than two weeks since its launch on March 19, 2026. Despite some divided opinions and technical issues noted on the PlayStation 5 version, the game has achieved significant commercial success.
Crimson Desert Players Love Watching NPCs Work In Real Time
Players of Crimson Desert are expressing admiration for the game's detailed NPC systems, particularly their real-time work schedules and activities within the Greymane Camp. Despite the game's success in sales and concurrent player records, some players continue to experience frustration with the inventory management system, even after a recent patch.
Crimson Desert smashes another sales milestone, less than two weeks since its release
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold 4 million copies worldwide since its release on March 19. The open-world action RPG had previously sold 2 million copies in its first 24 hours and 3 million in five days. The developer has also released patches addressing player feedback on controls, AI art usage, performance, and stability.
Crimson Desert’s Inventory Management Is Still Irking Players
Despite Crimson Desert selling over 4 million copies and breaking player records, players continue to express frustration with its inventory management system. While Pearl Abyss has added more inventory slots, issues with key items, weapon switching, and shared skill points persist, leading to ongoing discussions on the game's subreddit.
Crimson Desert Sells 4 Million Copies in 2 Weeks as Pearl Abyss' Open World Action Adventure Continues Its Hot Streak
Pearl Abyss' open-world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, has achieved 4 million copies sold within two weeks of its launch. The game continues to perform strongly following its release.
Pearl Abyss Crimson Desert Achieves 4 Million Copies Sold Worldwide - GameHaunt
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 4 million copies worldwide in just 12 days since its launch around March 20, 2026. The open-world action-adventure game achieved 2 million sales on day one and 3 million within four days, marking a significant achievement for Korean-developed console titles. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and other platforms.
Crimson Desert Surpasses Four Million Sales Worldwide
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over four million units worldwide. The open-world action-adventure game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game features extensive exploration, combat, and life-sim activities across five distinct regions.
Crimson Desert sales top four million
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over four million units worldwide. The open-world action RPG launched on March 19 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, reaching two million sales on its release day and three million by March 24.
