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Control Issues
Pearl Abyss, the developer of Crimson Desert, has detailed an upcoming patch that will address game controls. The company stated that it is taking player feedback seriously regarding these changes.
Crimson Desert admits it used generative AI for "early-stage iteration" and apologises AI images were not replaced before release
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has admitted to using experimental AI generative tools for early-stage iteration of 2D visual props, apologizing for not replacing them before release and for the lack of transparency. The company is now conducting an audit to replace affected assets and is reviewing internal processes to improve communication with players. The article also briefly mentions ongoing technical challenges with the game's launch and Intel GPU support.
Pearl Abyss confirms Crimson Desert "unintentionally included" AI-generated assets, and promises to remove them
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that Crimson Desert unintentionally included AI-generated assets due to the use of experimental generative-AI tools during its early development. The company stated these assets should have been replaced and has promised to remove them from the game.
'We Should Have Clearly Disclosed Our Use of AI' — Crimson Desert Dev Launches 'Comprehensive Audit' of All In-Game Assets After AI-Generated Art Was 'Unintentionally' Included in Final Release - IGN
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has initiated a comprehensive audit of all in-game assets after admitting that AI-generated images were unintentionally included in the final release and that their use should have been disclosed. The company has apologized for the oversight and is working to replace affected content in upcoming patches, while also reviewing internal processes for greater transparency. This issue arose shortly after the game's launch, which also saw player complaints regarding controls and performance.
'We Should Have Clearly Disclosed Our Use of AI': Crimson Desert Dev 'Sincerely Apologises' for Erroneously Including AI Art in PS5 Game
Pearl Abyss has issued a sincere apology after it was discovered that generative AI assets were unintentionally included in the final release of Crimson Desert for PlayStation 5. The developer stated that while the AI-generated assets were used for early-stage iteration to explore tone and atmosphere, they were always intended to be replaced with in-house art. The company is conducting an audit and will release a patch to replace the affected content, while also reviewing its internal processes for greater transparency.
Crimson Desert’s AI art was placeholder that ‘unintentionally’ made it into the final build: ‘We are taking steps to replace any affected content’
Pearl Abyss has apologized for unintentionally including AI-generated art assets in the final build of Crimson Desert. The developers stated that these assets were placeholders from early development and promised to remove and replace all affected content in upcoming patches. This controversy adds to existing criticisms regarding the game's controls and technical issues.
Report: Crimson Desert's Story Was Decided Last Minute; Dev Reveals Strife During Development
A former Pearl Abyss developer has claimed that the story for Crimson Desert was finalized at the last minute, contributing to reported development struggles. The article suggests internal strife impacted the game's narrative direction.
How to complete Haldin bounty in Crimson Desert and capture him
This guide details how to complete the Haldin bounty in Crimson Desert, which offers the highest Silver reward. Players must first liberate a Vilkom Outpost, locate the bounty poster in Hernand, and then track down and capture Haldin alive to receive the full reward.
Crimson Desert Devs Respond To Negative Player Feedback
Pearl Abyss has acknowledged player feedback regarding control issues in the recently launched Crimson Desert. The developer confirmed that a patch is in development to address player discomfort with the controls, particularly for keyboard and mouse users. Crimson Desert launched on March 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, achieving over 239,000 concurrent players on Steam despite a "Mixed" rating.
How to get and use Contribution Points in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert features a unique currency called Contribution Points, earned by completing faction-specific quests such as defeating bandits, helping beggars, liberating areas, and completing bounties. These points can then be spent at faction-specific shops to acquire various items, with one notable vendor, Haldwin, located within the castle in Hernand.
Crimson Desert’s Launch Stumbles as Control Issues Force Developer Apology
Crimson Desert experienced significant control issues shortly after its launch, leading to player frustration with unresponsive controls and clunky movement, particularly on PC. Pearl Abyss issued a public apology and acknowledged the problems, promising a patch to address the issues and improve the player experience.
How to complete Simon de Montfort bounty in Crimson Desert and catch him
This guide details how to complete the Simon de Montfort bounty in Crimson Desert. Players must first find the bounty poster in Hernand City after clearing previous bounties, then travel southwest to capture him alive by tackling and tying him up before delivering him to the constabulary for a reward.
Crimson Desert’s AI-Generated Assets Were “Unintentionally Included,” Says Pearl Abyss
Pearl Abyss has addressed controversy surrounding the unintentional inclusion of AI-generated assets in Crimson Desert. The developer stated that these assets were part of early-stage iteration and intended to be replaced, apologizing for the lack of transparency and the oversight. Pearl Abyss is now conducting an audit to replace affected content and is reviewing internal processes to improve communication with players.
Crimson Desert is raising some AI-brows with a bevy of suspiciously generated-looking art
Players have raised concerns that Crimson Desert may be using AI-generated art assets, citing examples of biologically impossible horse anatomy and suspicious character designs. Allegations also extend to AI-assisted translations in German, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese. Developer Pearl Abyss has not yet commented on these claims.
How to complete Salvatore bounty in Crimson Desert and catch him
This guide details how to complete the Salvatore bounty in Crimson Desert. Players must accept the bounty poster in Hernand City, track Salvatore to his hideout near the Sunset Valley windmill, and capture him alive to deliver to the nearest constabulary for maximum rewards.
How to complete Warren Bounty in Crimson Desert and capture him
This guide details how to complete the Warren bounty contract in Crimson Desert. Players must find a bounty poster, locate Warren in the Pororin region by completing the 'The Unreachable Village' quest, and then capture him to turn him in at the nearest constabulary for a reward of 25 Silver.
Crimson Desert's in-game artwork shows telltale signs of AI courtesy of missing fingers and human bodies melting into horses
Players have raised concerns that Pearl Abyss' Crimson Desert may be using AI-generated art and translations, citing examples of anatomical errors and repetitive assets. The game has also faced technical issues and delays, with Intel confirming that Crimson Desert does not currently support its graphics cards.
Saturday Postmortems/Retrospectives
Developers anonymously revealed significant development issues for Crimson Desert, leading to a "hodgepodge of features" and a nonsensical story. The article also reflects on the 30-year survival and evolution of Capcom's Resident Evil horror franchise.
Intel says Crimson Desert devs ignored offers of help to support Arc GPUs
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has advised players expecting Intel Arc GPU support to seek refunds, stating they have not enabled it. Intel claims they repeatedly offered assistance to Pearl Abyss over several years to optimize support for their graphics hardware, but these offers were apparently ignored. The game is currently available on PC, with refunds available on platforms like Steam.
Crimson Desert Dev Promises Patch to Address 'Discomfort Many Players Have Experienced With the Controls,' Apologizes for Awful Keyboard and Mouse Experience - IGN
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has acknowledged player complaints regarding the game's controls and apologized for the unsatisfactory keyboard and mouse experience. A patch is being prepared to address these issues, though a release date has not been specified. The game has seen significant player numbers on Steam since launch but has received a "mixed" user review rating, with controls being a primary point of criticism.
