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Crimson Desert Surpasses 6 Million Copies Sold Worldwide
Pearl Abyss announced that its open-world action-adventure game Crimson Desert has sold over 6 million copies worldwide since its launch on March 19, 2026. The game has achieved significant momentum, ranking second in year-to-date U.S. video game sales according to Circana. Pearl Abyss plans to release further content updates and DLC, with cross-save support coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Crimson Desert Hits New Huge Sales Milestone Less Than 3 Months After Launch
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 6 million copies worldwide. This significant sales milestone was achieved in less than three months since the game's launch.
Crimson Desert sales top six million
Pearl Abyss announced that its open-world action adventure game, Crimson Desert, has sold over six million units since its release on March 19. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series platforms. Sales have steadily increased since launch, reaching five million units by April 15.
Crimson Desert tops 6 million copies sold worldwide
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 6 million copies worldwide within 83 days of its launch. The open-world action-adventure game, available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, has seen consistent sales growth since its release in March. Pearl Abyss also confirmed that an expansion is in development.
Crimson Desert Crosses 6 Million Copies Sold Since Launch
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over six million copies since its launch in March. The open-world action RPG has received frequent updates since release, adding new features and addressing performance issues. Future updates will include New Game Plus, cross-save functionality, and DLC.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog lineup for June 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the June 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. The Game Catalog will feature titles like Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance, while the Classics Catalog will include Gitaroo Man. Some games will be available on June 10/11, with the majority releasing on June 16.
Interview: Fenris Creations CEO Hilmar Pétursson on the future of AI in EVE Online
Fenris Creations CEO Hilmar Pétursson discusses the company's rebranding from CCP Games, its independence from Pearl Abyss, and a new collaboration with Google DeepMind. The interview explores the future of AI in EVE Online, its potential impact on game design, player experience, and internal development processes, as well as updates on EVE Frontier and EVE Vanguard.
Crimson Desert's free updates are "free marketing" and will continue "as long as there's demand…
Pearl Abyss plans to continue providing substantial free updates for Crimson Desert as long as there is player demand, viewing it as a form of free marketing. This approach, similar to their MMO Black Desert Online, aims to reward the community and maintain player engagement. Updates are planned through September, with DLC also in development.
Crimson Desert’s Next Six Months Could Change Everything
Pearl Abyss is actively evolving Crimson Desert through a new roadmap, focusing on player suggestions and long-term value. Recent updates have improved systems like Re-Blockade, added new minigames, and introduced more engaging mount mechanics. Future plans include narrative refinement, story improvements, and upcoming DLC, all aimed at transforming the player experience and making the game more meaningful.
I stop looking for 5 seconds and now Crimson Desert has pinball and a rideable wyvern
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.10.00 for Crimson Desert, introducing several new features including a pinball minigame, a rideable wyvern that can be grown by feeding it, and a rideable Kuku Bird Chick. The update also adds an Orb Roll minigame and a Marni Token Exchange for players to acquire various in-game items.
Yet another new Crimson Desert update is here, and this one adding Pinball, because of course
Pearl Abyss has released another update for Crimson Desert, version 1.10.00, which adds new minigames like Pinball and Orb Roll, improvements to the Re-Blockade feature, and new mounts and pets. The update is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store, with a Mac App Store version in progress. The article also notes the game's commercial success and plans for DLC.
Crimson Desert continues its quest to include every feature ever as it adds Pinball, baby chicks that grow into mounts,…
Crimson Desert's latest patch adds new features including pinball and orb roll minigames, improvements to the re-blockade system, and the ability to nurture baby pets into rideable mounts. Developer Pearl Abyss continues to expand the open-world game's sandbox with a wide array of activities.
Crimson Desert Has Pinball After PS5 Patch 1.10, Because of Course It Does
Crimson Desert received its 1.10 update on PlayStation 5, introducing new minigames like Pinball and Orb Roll, alongside improvements to the Re-Blockade system. The patch also adds new mounts, pets, and various quality-of-life fixes, with Pearl Abyss continuing to deliver on its content roadmap.
'At least they're honest about it?' —Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is the latest game to come with an AI-generated content disclosure
Crystal Dynamics has disclosed the use of AI-generated content in the development of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, stating that any AI assets were either replaced or refined by humans. This disclosure, seen on Steam, has drawn mixed reactions from players concerned about the use of AI in game creation, despite the studio's assurance that final content is human-crafted. The game is now slated for a February 27, 2027 release.
Crimson Desert ska få DLC – och även mer gratis innehåll
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert will receive DLC and other free content updates. While details on the DLC are scarce, it is described as a meaningful addition. Upcoming updates from June to September include story enhancements, new combat content, cross-save functionality, and gameplay improvements for specific characters.
Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis devs reveal AI use after State Of Play trailer
Crystal Dynamics has confirmed the use of AI tools in the development of Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis, a remake of the original 1996 game. The game is set to release on February 12, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. An AI disclaimer on the Steam page states that AI-assisted assets were either replaced or refined by humans to maintain the creative vision, addressing concerns about potential AI asset inclusion.
Crimson Desert gets surprise second roadmap and DLC confirmation — with Pearl Abyss promising one important…
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that DLC for Crimson Desert is in development and has released a second content roadmap. The updates, planned between June and September 2026, will include improvements to the story's narrative flow, combat, and the addition of cross-save functionality across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis comes with an AI disclaimer
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a remake of the original Tomb Raider developed by Flying Wild Hog and Crystal Dynamics, will feature an AI Generated Content Disclosure. The game is set to release on February 12th next year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The disclosure states that AI-assisted tools were used to support early development content, but all AI-assisted assets were either replaced or refined by humans.
Fallout: New Vegas director says it's "fine" Crimson Desert's story is so bad that developer Pearl Abyss has to patch it, "even if it isn't ideal"
Pearl Abyss is planning to refine the narrative of Crimson Desert based on player feedback, a move that Fallout: New Vegas director Josh Sawyer deems acceptable. The developer will focus on improving story coherence and engagement for Kliff's journey. This decision to rework narrative elements post-launch is seen as a positive step, even if unconventional.
Crimson Desert DLC Teased
Pearl Abyss has provided a development update for Crimson Desert, its open-world action-adventure game, outlining plans for June through September 2026. The update also teases that development is actively underway for the game's first downloadable content (DLC).