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Pearl Abyss Crimson Desert Achieves 3 Million Copies Sold Worldwide - GameHaunt
Crimson Desert has sold over 3 million copies worldwide within four days of its March 25, 2026 launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developer Pearl Abyss confirmed the milestone, highlighting the game's strong performance and positive player reception, which has been further bolstered by quick patches addressing player feedback on PC.
Crimson Desert Is Improving Fast, and Here’s Why That Matters
Crimson Desert is showing significant improvement post-launch, with developer Pearl Abyss quickly addressing player feedback on controls, UI, and gameplay friction. While initial criticisms were valid, the game's strong open-world design and combat potential are now more accessible due to timely patches. The article suggests that these rapid fixes indicate a potential redemption arc for the ambitious title, though continued developer commitment is crucial for its long-term success.
Pearl Abyss to conduct "comprehensive audit" after AI-generated art found in Crimson Desert
Pearl Abyss will conduct a comprehensive audit after AI-generated art was discovered within their upcoming game, Crimson Desert. The developer acknowledged the issue, stating it does not align with their internal standards and taking full responsibility.
Pearl Abyss to conduct ″comprehensive audit″ after AI-generated art found in Crimson Desert
Pearl Abyss will conduct a comprehensive audit after AI-generated art was discovered within their upcoming game, Crimson Desert. The company is investigating the source of the AI art and its integration into the development process.
How to get the full Plate Armor of Shadows set in Crimson Desert (all part locations)
This guide details how to find all five parts of the Plate Armor of Shadows set in Crimson Desert. The guide provides specific locations for the Cloak, Armor, Boots, and Gloves, with the Helm being obtainable as loot after defeating Beloth, the Darksworn, in Chapter 6.
How to complete Gate to the Otherworld in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to complete the 'Gate to the Otherworld' questline in Crimson Desert, a sub-quest within Chapter 4's 'Forbidden Knowledge' storyline. It covers activating the lock device switch, solving the 3x3 grid puzzle, using Axiom Force to remove the Unstable Core, and defeating the Tenebrum boss by exploiting its weaknesses.
How to destroy thorns in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to destroy thorns blocking paths in Crimson Desert using fire. Players can utilize the Blinding Flash skill with a sword or fire arrows by igniting standard arrows with a flame source. The Blinding Flash skill is acquired early in the game and is recommended for its convenience.
Even the Crimson Desert marketing lead with 400 hours in the open-world game is stunned to learn this neat cooking tip:…
Even after 400 hours in Crimson Desert, the game's marketing lead is still discovering hidden features, such as using sunlight for cooking. This highlights the depth of the open-world sandbox and the potential for community-driven discoveries. The article also draws parallels to the subtle secrets found in games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Crimson Desert sells another 1m, as Pearl Abyss pledges more fixes to address launch day struggles
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 3 million copies worldwide since its launch, with another million sold since Friday. The studio's PR and marketing director, Will Powers, thanked the community and pledged ongoing fixes for launch issues, including performance problems and control issues, with a recent patch addressing bugs and adding quality-of-life improvements.
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Pearl Abyss has released a patch for Crimson Desert that improves both gamepad and keyboard/mouse controls, addressing player feedback. The update also adds expanded storage options. The game has reportedly sold over 3 million copies in its first five days.
Crimson Desert PC Review – Chaos, Combat & Massive Open World | Invision Game Community
Crimson Desert is a massive, ambitious open-world RPG on PC that blends visceral combat, deep traversal mechanics, and base building. Despite some rough edges and a complex control scheme, the game offers a thrilling and reactive experience with impressive visuals powered by Pearl Abyss' BlackSpace Engine.
Dimensional Double Shift Sporelando Expansion Launching April 23
Owlchemy Labs is launching the Sporelando expansion for its VR title Dimensional Double Shift on April 23 for Meta Quest and Android XR. The expansion introduces a new suburban swamp setting where players control sentient fungi and engage in tasks like repairing bio-mechanical golf carts and serving local cuisine. CEO Andrew Eiche stated the dimension was inspired by the concept of 'Florida Man' being a sentient mushroom, blending the mundane with the absurd for chaotic co-op gameplay.
Where to find all pieces of the Shadow Set in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to acquire the Shadow Set armor in Crimson Desert. Players can obtain the full set by progressing through the main storyline to Chapter 7 and defeating a boss in Hoenmark Ruins, or by finding individual pieces scattered across various locations like Everfrost Watchtower, Everfrost Cave, Frostclaw Cave, and Frostveiled Castle Ruins.
Dollar Shave Club x Call of Duty: Warzone “Shave Off” Happening Today
Call of Duty: Warzone is collaborating with Dollar Shave Club for a live "Shave Off" event featuring streamers, with the loser shaving their beard. The event supports the Call of Duty Endowment, with Dollar Shave Club matching donations and providing razors to veterans. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and events for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, Star Trek Online, Golden Tides, Crimson Desert, Apex Legends, and Dread Delusion.
How to get Darkbringer in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to obtain the powerful two-handed sword, Darkbringer, in Crimson Desert. The weapon is located in the White Wastes Sanctuary in the northern Pailune region, found within a giant skeleton's mouth. Darkbringer features the Abyss Gear ability Ator's Orb, which fires explosive projectiles on Forward Slash attacks.
Crimson Desert House of Healing walkthrough
This guide details how to navigate the House of Healing in Crimson Desert as part of the Familiar Curses quest. Players must either sneak past guards or purchase a disguise to find Greymane within the compound. The guide recommends a stealth approach over purchasing the Halssius outfit.
Crimson Desert Storms the Physical UK Charts, and Almost All Copies Sold Were for PS5
Crimson Desert has debuted at number one on the UK's physical games chart, with a staggering 90 percent of sales being for the PlayStation 5 version. The action game from Pearl Abyss has pushed Resident Evil Requiem down to fourth place, while EA Sports FC 26 climbed back up to second.
How to solve the Root's End puzzle in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to solve the Root's End puzzle in Crimson Desert, a challenge encountered after the Abyss Without Balance quest. It involves navigating moving bridges, teleporting islands, and using specific abilities like Force Palm and Axiom Force to manipulate objects and activate mechanisms, ultimately rewarding players with an Abyss Artifact and access to the Precipice of Truth.
How to complete the Toward the Nest puzzle in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to solve the "Toward the Nest" puzzle in Crimson Desert, a challenging quest involving activating a skybridge in the Abyss. It explains the use of Axiom Force to align lasers and reattach pipes to power the skybridge, allowing players to continue their pursuit of the Crowcaller.
How to solve the Arboria Castle puzzle in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to solve the Arboria Castle puzzle in Crimson Desert, which involves repairing an elixir factory for House Celeste. The puzzle is part of the 'Abandoned Factory' quest and requires completing prerequisite quests like 'Queen of the Silkspun Cradle'. The guide outlines step-by-step instructions for activating various machinery, including the cultivation room, ingredient dispenser, crusher, compounder, heater, and bottling machine.
