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Crimson Desert adds 133 new trading posts and overhauls the in-game economy with supply and demand
Pearl Abyss has updated Crimson Desert with a significant economy overhaul, introducing 133 new trading posts and mechanics that simulate supply and demand. This update aims to make trading a more profitable and engaging aspect of the game, with prices fluctuating based on local sales and remote locations offering higher profits. The changes have generated mixed reactions from players, with some expressing excitement for the improved system.
Crimson Desert update overhauls the game's economy with 133 new trading posts and trade goods that change in price
Crimson Desert has received a significant update overhauling its in-game economy with 133 new trading posts and dynamic pricing. Developer Pearl Abyss has introduced new trade goods, adjusted prices based on supply and demand, and added features like a 'Claim Bank Strongbox' for investing bonds. The update also includes map filters to help players navigate the expanded trading network.
Desert Oasis: Black Desert’s latest content has huge implications for the future of the MMO
Pearl Abyss is implementing significant changes to Black Desert Online, focusing on quality-of-life improvements and a revised enhancement system to make the game more accessible to new and returning players. These updates, including the new Agent class and refinements to progression, signal a major paradigm shift for the MMO, aiming to balance profitability with player satisfaction and ensure the game's long-term health.
Here are all the big reveals from Black Desert’s Heidel Ball, from the Agent class to Edania Part 2
The Black Desert Heidel Ball event revealed the new Agent class, a swift pistol-packing character with teleportation abilities, launching July 30th for PC and August 6th for consoles. The event also announced Edania Part 2, concluding the game's first saga with new bosses and zones, alongside various quality-of-life improvements like a combat analyzer and faster character swapping.
MMO Week in Review: FFXIV in Berlin, Black Desert in SoCal, and Jimothy saturation
This week's MMO news covers Final Fantasy XIV's Fan Festival in Berlin, Black Desert's Heidel Ball, and the early access launch of SEED. Updates were also provided for Dungeons & Dragons Online, Aion 2, and The Guild reunion movie. Several games saw controversy including World of Warcraft staff cheating, Elder Scrolls Online capacity issues, and Microsoft layoffs.
Crimson Desert Update Changes the Mace of Ambition’s Location, Fixes Crops Not Growing and More
Pearl Abyss has released a new update for Crimson Desert focused on bug fixes and gameplay improvements, rather than new content. The patch addresses issues such as transparent bosses, crops not growing, and problems with gear saving. It also changes the location of the Mace of Ambition for easier acquisition and fixes several combat and control-related bugs.
Desert Oasis: Liveblogging from Black Desert Online’s Heidel Ball
Massively OP reporter Carlo Lacsina is providing live coverage from Pearl Abyss's Heidel Ball event for Black Desert Online. The event serves as one of the game's major roadmap announcements, with press invited to attend and interview developers. The article details the atmosphere and attendee interactions at the venue.
Pearl Abyss Launches Cross-Save for Crimson Desert, UnitingProgress Across All Platforms
Pearl Abyss has launched a new Cross-Save feature for its open-world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert. This update allows players to seamlessly continue their progress across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store by linking their platform accounts. The feature is now available in-game, with further content updates planned through September.
Palworld 1.0 briefly overtook the king of Steam, Counter-Strike 2, and devs can't help but bask in the victory: "Let me enjoy this moment for just a little longer"
Following its 1.0 update, Palworld has seen a massive surge in players, briefly surpassing Counter-Strike 2 in concurrent players on Steam. Pocketpair's John Buckley shared his excitement for the achievement, with other industry figures like Will Powers from Pearl Abyss offering congratulations. CEO Takuro Mizobe also expressed gratitude to the fans for enjoying the game.
Black Desert teases the ‘Deadeye’s sibling’ class due to be revealed at Heidel Ball 2026
Pearl Abyss is teasing a new class for Black Desert, referred to as 'Eddie' or 'Deadeye's sibling,' which will be fully revealed at the Heidel Ball 2026 event. The class is hinted to start with the letter 'G' and share abilities with the Deadeye class, including the use of a pistol. The latest PC patch also includes updates for wild horses, the Yar minigame, monster loot, and class adjustments, while console players can obtain a buff-granting item.
Crimson Desert adds cross-save support
Pearl Abyss has implemented cross-save support for Crimson Desert, allowing players to transfer their progress between PlayStation 5, Xbox, PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), and will add Mac support in a future update. To utilize this feature, players must create and link a Pearl Abyss ID to their respective platform accounts.
Crimson Desert Gets Cross-Save & Wins Best Technical Innovation at the Develop:Star Awards
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert now features cross-save functionality, allowing players to continue their progress across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Additionally, Crimson Desert won the Best Technical Innovation award at the Develop:Star Awards for its proprietary BlackSpace Engine.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at Develop:Star Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive was awarded Best Game at the Develop:Star Awards 2026, alongside wins for Best Narrative and Best Audio. Other notable winners included Frontier Developments for Best Studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment for Publishing Star.
Crimson Desert update adds cross save functionality to PC and consoles, but you're going to need to buy those…
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.14.00 for Crimson Desert, introducing cross-save functionality across PC and PlayStation 5. This update allows players to use the same save file on multiple platforms by linking a Pearl Abyss ID, though paid items are platform-specific. The patch also includes various bug fixes and improvements.
Quiz: Klassiker du borde ha spelat
This article presents a quiz challenging readers' knowledge of classic video games. It encourages a look back at influential titles that have shaped genres or were perhaps missed by many. The piece also touches upon various other gaming news and community discussions.
Crimson Desert Finally Gets Cross-Save Progression With Latest Update
Crimson Desert has received update 1.14.00, which primarily adds a cross-save feature across PlayStation, Xbox, PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), allowing players to continue their progress on any linked platform. The update also includes various bug fixes and gameplay improvements, with Pearl Abyss planning more substantial content and DLC in the coming months.
Pearl Abyss shares Black Desert Mobile’s summer roadmap and drops Season 2 today
Pearl Abyss has unveiled the summer roadmap for Black Desert Mobile, focusing on faster progression and improved gameplay. The update includes the launch of Season 2 today, with further additions like Nightmare: Sunken Ruins and a pet revamp later this month. Future content will feature a new region called Ulukita and item streamlining.
Pearl Abyss Unveils Black Desert Mobile Update Schedule at 2026 Heidel Ball
Pearl Abyss revealed the upcoming update schedule for Black Desert Mobile at the 2026 Heidel Ball, focusing on faster progression and improved gameplay experience. Key updates include reduced progression barriers, boosted rewards from Knowledge-based content, and the introduction of a new Genesis Gear tier. The game will also streamline content, revamp Node and Siege Wars, and launch Season 2 with quality-of-life enhancements.
Crimson Desert Update 1.13.01 Patch Notes - All Changes
Pearl Abyss has released Crimson Desert Update 1.13.01, a patch focused on addressing bugs and improving performance across all platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Key fixes include resolving crashes when riding bears, incorrect character rendering on consoles and AMD systems, and issues with quest progression and reward granting. The update also includes frame rate improvements in certain environments.
Pearl Abyss jobbar på att få Crimson Desert att rulla på Switch 2
Pearl Abyss is exploring the possibility of releasing Crimson Desert on the Nintendo Switch 2, with basic game mechanics already functional on the platform. The company is focused on maintaining graphical fidelity and the open-world experience. They are also considering adding multiplayer features, contingent on server and game balance considerations.
