Crimson Desert
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This gaming news roundup covers several topics including a discount on a Tomtoc Nintendo Switch 2 carrying case, Crimson Desert potentially coming to Switch 2 with some compromises, and Sonya Walger cast as Freya in Amazon's God of War series. It also touches on James Marsden's X-Men line, a server rack tossing competition, rumored 2026 game releases, an unofficial browser port of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, free mobile games from Epic Games Store, a Silent Hill F DLC for Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Dispatch coming to Xbox, and Saros being made easier than Returnal based on player feedback. Finally, it notes Netflix's recent price increase.
How to level up comrades in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to acquire and level up Comrades in Crimson Desert. Comrades are essential units for base operations and resource gathering. Players can recruit new Comrades by completing specific Faction Quests after unlocking the Howling Hills Camp and level them up by advancing their camp's overall level through various in-game activities and side quests.
Owlcat Games is using gen-AI to 'iterate faster' on The Expanse
Owlcat Games is utilizing generative AI as a tool to accelerate prototyping and iteration for its upcoming RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. The studio emphasizes that all final game assets and content will be human-made, with AI used solely for internal processes and concept exploration. This approach contrasts with other studios like Pearl Abyss, which faced backlash for using AI-generated assets in Crimson Desert, while Capcom also plans to leverage AI for development efficiency.
What We Played – Crimson Desert, Rushing Beat X & Screamer
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences across a variety of titles. Crimson Desert is noted as phenomenal by some, while others find it less engaging. Other games discussed include Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown, Sovereign Syndicate, Sephiria, Rushing Beat X Return of Brawl Brothers, The Pale Beyond, South of Midnight, Resident Evil Village, Screamer, Marathon, Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Project Songbird, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, and Pokémon FireRed.
Pearl Abyss says they’ve begun looking into Crimson Desert for Nintendo Switch 2
Pearl Abyss CEO Heo Jin-Young has confirmed that the company has begun research and development to assess the feasibility of porting the open-world game Crimson Desert to the Nintendo Switch 2. While acknowledging the console's lower specifications compared to others, Pearl Abyss is exploring how to adapt the game.
Crimson Desert Players Are Are Building a Cat Army — and Some Are Even Honoring the Memory of Their IRL Cats Who Passed Away
Players in Crimson Desert are engaging with the game's open world and mechanics in unique ways, including building cat armies. Some players are also using the game to honor the memory of their real-life cats.
"I don't really want to do that again" - Baldur's Gate 3 actor Neil Newbon says he's avoided roles over Astarion typecasting concerns
Neil Newbon, the voice actor for Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3, has revealed he has turned down recent roles due to concerns about being typecast as a similar character. He expressed a desire to avoid repeating performances and to explore diverse character work, drawing inspiration from artists like David Bowie who constantly reinvented themselves. Despite this, Newbon has been involved in various other projects since Baldur's Gate 3's success.
Crimson Desert’s Chaotic Combat Is the Best Kind of Messy – Until Bosses Show Up
Crimson Desert features a highly flexible and engaging combat system that allows players significant freedom in how they approach encounters. However, this freedom is significantly curtailed during boss fights, which impose a more dictated play style.
How to unlock and craft the Jet Pack in Crimson Desert (Kuku Rocket Pack)
This guide details how to unlock and craft the Kuku Rocket Pack, also known as the Jet Pack, in Crimson Desert. Players must progress through the main campaign to unlock Pailune and complete specific quests like the Sanctum of Penitence, eventually obtaining the Kuku Pack blueprint. Crafting the Jet Pack requires various resources including Iron Ores, Copper Ores, Cogwheels, and Small Batteries.
Pearl Abyss is approaching the idea of a Crimson Desert Switch 2 port "with interest"
Pearl Abyss is exploring the possibility of porting its RPG Crimson Desert to the Nintendo Switch 2. CEO Heo Jin-young stated that while compromises would be necessary due to the console's lower specifications compared to platforms like the PlayStation 5, the company has begun research and development with interest. The game has recently surpassed 3 million sales.
Nintendo cuts Switch 2 production, layoffs at Epic and PlayStation, and another Saudi acquisition - Patch Notes #45
This week's Patch Notes covers significant industry news including over 1,000 layoffs at Epic Games, Savvy Games Group's $6 billion acquisition of Moonton, and Nintendo's decision to cut Switch 2 production by over 30 percent due to weak US sales. Additionally, Sony has shuttered Dark Outlaw Games, and French studios Spiders, Kylotonn, and Cyanide have filed for insolvency.
Famitsu Sales: 3/16/26 3/22/26 Pokopia remains on top while Crimson Desert opens at 31,108.
Famitsu has released its weekly sales data for the period of March 16-22, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia continues to lead software sales, while the new release Crimson Desert debuted at second place with 31,108 units sold on PlayStation 5. Nintendo Switch 2 remains the top-selling hardware.
Famitsu Sales: 3/16/26 – 3/22/26 Pokopia remains on top while Crimson Desert opens at 31,108.
The latest Famitsu sales charts for the week of March 16-22, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia remaining at the top. Crimson Desert debuted at number two with 31,108 units sold on PlayStation 5, while Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales.
Famitsu software sales (3/16/26 – 3/22/26) – Top 30
Famitsu's latest Japanese software sales chart for the week of March 16-22, 2026, shows Pokemon Pokopia leading on Nintendo Switch with over 772,000 units sold. Crimson Desert debuted at second place on PlayStation 5, followed by Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch.
How to get the Darkbringer Sword in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to obtain the Darkbringer Sword within the game Crimson Desert. The article hints at a significant cost or sacrifice required to acquire this powerful weapon.
Crimson Desert Dev Shows Interest In A Switch 2 Port
Pearl Abyss, the developer of Crimson Desert, has begun research and development into a potential Nintendo Switch 2 port. CEO Heo Jin-Young acknowledged that compromises would be necessary due to the console's lower specifications compared to other platforms.
"We Have Begun R&D" - Crimson Desert Dev Shows Interest In A Switch 2 Port
Pearl Abyss, the developer and publisher of Crimson Desert, has begun research and development to investigate a potential port for the Nintendo Switch. CEO Heo Jin-Young acknowledged that compromises would be necessary due to the console's lower specifications compared to other platforms.
Crimson Desert dev has started R&D on a Nintendo Switch 2 version
Pearl Abyss CEO Heo Jin-young confirmed that the company has begun research and development for a potential Nintendo Switch 2 version of Crimson Desert. While acknowledging the need to adapt to the console's lower specifications, the team is exploring the possibility of bringing the game to Nintendo's next-generation handheld.
Games Inbox: Will there be a Super Smash Bros. movie?
Readers discuss the possibility of a Super Smash Bros. movie following cameos in the Mario movie, and debate the rising costs of game development and the impact of review embargoes. Other topics include the narrative of Life Is Strange: Reunion and the mechanics of Crimson Desert.
The Expanse: Oriris Reborn reveals plot and gameplay details along with closed beta date
Owlcat Games revealed new details for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a third-person shooter RPG set in the universe of James S.A. Corey's novels. The game will feature combat similar to Mass Effect, player choices influencing the narrative, and a closed beta starting April 22, 2026. The full release is planned for southern hemisphere autumn 2027 on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S, with a day one Game Pass release.
