Crimson Desert
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Japan: Nintendo Switch 2 reigns supreme and Pokemon Pokopia remains No.1
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in Japan for the week of April 6-12, 2026, selling over 52,000 units. Pokemon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 remained the top-selling software. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S also saw sales figures reported.
Japanese Charts: Combined PS5 Sales Can't Even Beat Switch Lite
Recent Japanese sales charts show the Nintendo Switch family of consoles outselling the PlayStation 5 significantly. Despite combined sales of all PlayStation 5 models not surpassing the Nintendo Switch Lite alone, the Switch 2 continues to be the most popular console. This trend suggests that recent PlayStation 5 price increases may be impacting sales.
Crimson Desert is 'not a copy of other AAA games' according to The Witcher 3 director — and after my 175 hours of playtime and five million copies sold, it all makes sense
The Witcher 3 director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz praised Crimson Desert for its fresh approach to AAA game design, noting it doesn't copy other titles. Pearl Abyss also announced the game has sold five million copies, with the author adding their own positive experience after 175 hours of playtime. The game's open-world exploration and consistent player count on Steam are highlighted as successes.
Famitsu Sales: 4/6/26 – 4/12/26
Famitsu has released its physical game sales data for Japan for the week of April 6-12, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 remained the top seller, while Starfield for PlayStation 5 was the highest-selling new release. Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales, followed by the Nintendo Switch family.
Famitsu sales (4/6/26 – 4/12/26) – Nintendo Switch 2 leads hardware sales
The latest Japanese hardware sales data from Famitsu for the week of April 6-12, 2026, shows the Nintendo Switch 2 leading with 52,058 units sold. Software charts are topped by 'Pokemon Pokopia' on the Switch 2, followed by 'Mario Kart World' and 'Starfield' on PlayStation 5.
Hundreds of hours in, many Crimson Desert players are only just finding out they've not actually been completing Sanctums properly: "You need to what now"
Many Crimson Desert players are reportedly discovering after hundreds of hours that they have been incorrectly completing Sanctums. Players are finding out that after cleansing and restarting Sanctum devices, an additional step is required to stabilize them and receive power cores for crafting, a detail that many feel was not adequately explained by Pearl Abyss.
Crimson Desert’s Endgame Is Just Cosplay Now
Players of Crimson Desert have embraced a "Fashion Desert" trend, using the game's character customization to cosplay as characters from other franchises like The Legend of Zelda, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Persona 5. The game has sold 5 million copies since its March 19 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with players enjoying its fashion elements alongside other features.
Starfield is somehow coming to Switch 2, it appears, despite the RPG's "unplayable" PS5 launch and Skyrim's own initially disastrous port
Starfield has received a rating for the Nintendo Switch 2 from the Taiwan Entertainment Software Rating Information Board, suggesting a port is planned despite initial performance issues on PlayStation 5 and a troubled launch for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim on the previous Nintendo handheld. Community discussion highlights concerns about how the graphically demanding RPG will perform on the new console, especially given its struggles on more powerful hardware.
Crimson Desert Players Really Hate This One NPC
Players of Crimson Desert have expressed significant dislike for the NPC Yann, citing his tendency to cause trouble and require constant rescue throughout the game's campaign. Despite his combat effectiveness, the community finds his frequent predicaments and grating personality to be a major annoyance. Yann's character is a recurring point of contention on the game's official subreddit and has been criticized by GameSpot content manager Ben Janca.
Crimson Desert Might Be The Most Ridiculous (And Feature-Packed) Sandbox Yet
Crimson Desert is highlighted as a feature-packed sandbox game with a vast array of activities and discoverable distractions, encouraging player exploration. The game has sold over 5 million units, and developer Pearl Abyss is planning updates including new difficulty modes and summonable mounts, while also addressing an AI scandal.
Crimson Desert is just getting started, even with 5 million copies sold in less than a month
Pearl Abyss announced that its open-world action RPG Crimson Desert has sold over five million copies in less than a month since its March 19 launch. The developer plans to release new content and features, including boss rematches, new difficulty settings, skills, mounts, and outfits, through June. While a portion of the studio is now focused on DokeV, Pearl Abyss is continuing to support Crimson Desert with updates and technical improvements.
Crimson Desert has managed to hit 5 million sales in its first month as its constant patches and improvements are…
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies worldwide in its first month. The game has seen significant improvements through constant patches and updates addressing player feedback, leading to increased positive sentiment and sales.
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Crimson Desert has surpassed 5 million copies sold worldwide, with developer Pearl Abyss thanking players for their support. The article also briefly mentions Rockstar hackers impacting Take-Two Interactive's stock.
It's been a month since release and I'm still not sure if Pearl Abyss knows what it wants Crimson Desert to be…
A month after its release, the identity of Crimson Desert remains unclear due to rapid post-launch updates from Pearl Abyss. The game has seen significant changes in quality-of-life features, bug fixes, and even core mechanics like difficulty and storage, leading to speculation about the developer's original vision and the impact of its alleged chaotic development history.
Crimson Desert Sales Surpass Five Million Units
Developer Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over five million units worldwide. The open-world action-adventure game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. This sales milestone follows a previous report of four million units sold just two weeks prior.
215 Things You Can Do In Crimson Desert
This article lists 215 activities available in the upcoming action-adventure game Crimson Desert. It also briefly mentions other games such as Pokemon Champions, Pragmata, Warhammer Classics, Forza Horizon 6, Dead As Disco, and SAMSON, with some including video previews or gameplay.
Crimson Desert "on track to overtake Starfield's total lifetime copies sold by the end of the year," analyst says, as PS5 sales "not fantastic for a port of the biggest Bethesda RPG in a decade"
An analyst suggests that Crimson Desert is on track to outsell Starfield's lifetime copies by the end of the year, citing lukewarm PlayStation 5 sales for Starfield. While Starfield's PS5 port has issues, its sales are noted as faster than other recent Xbox ports, though its overall performance is attributed to a formula that may no longer resonate with players and the impact of Game Pass.
Crimson Desert Surpasses 5 Million Units Sold Worldwide
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over five million units worldwide. The open-world action-adventure game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The developer expressed gratitude to players for reaching this significant sales milestone.
Crimson Desert Sales Hit 5m in Under a Month
Crimson Desert has surpassed five million sales in under a month since its release. The open-world action RPG, developed and published by Pearl Abyss, achieved this milestone shortly after reaching four million sales earlier in the month. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Crimson Desert Fans Are Wondering If The Bosses Suck
Players of Pearl Abyss's Crimson Desert are discussing the game's boss design, with many finding the combat mechanics, rather than the bosses themselves, to be the source of frustration. Issues with input responsiveness and camera control are frequently cited as reasons for difficulty in encounters like the Storm Crusher and Awakened Ludvig. Pearl Abyss has released patches to address combat balance and is planning future updates with more content and difficulty options.
