Crimson Desert
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SGJ Podcast #517 – Games That Don’t Respect Your Time (And That’s Okay)
This episode of the SGJ Podcast features a discussion on video games that may not respect players' time, such as those requiring extensive grinding for gear or endings, but are still enjoyable. The hosts shared their picks for such games, and the next episode will cover remakes and remasters.
Analytiker: 7 Playstation-spel har sålts i över 100 000 fysiska ex under 2026 i USA
Industry analyst Mat Piscatella shared data indicating that only seven PlayStation games sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US during 2026. This trend, despite fan outcry, likely influences Sony's decision to cease physical releases after 2027, especially considering varying digital access globally.
In the age of AI and layoffs, playing old games in 2026 is about more than nostalgia
In 2026, the author finds solace in playing older video games as a coping mechanism against the backdrop of AI advancements and widespread layoffs in the industry. This retreat into retro titles like Pokemon Leaf Green and Diablo 2 offers a sense of comfort and nostalgia, providing a temporary escape from the anxieties surrounding the current state of game development and corporate practices. Despite the industry's challenges, the author finds a glimmer of optimism in the progress made regarding representation, workplace conditions, and unionization.
Crimson Desert Drops to $49 on PS5 (Limited Time Only)
Amazon has reduced the price of Crimson Desert physical copies on PlayStation 5 to $49 as part of a limited-time Lightning Deal. This matches the game's lowest price point and is available while supplies last.
Pearl Abyss Launches Cross-Save for Crimson Desert, UnitingProgress Across All Platforms
Pearl Abyss has launched a new Cross-Save feature for its open-world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert. This update allows players to seamlessly continue their progress across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store by linking their platform accounts. The feature is now available in-game, with further content updates planned through September.
Crimson Desert Finally Has Cross-Save, But Its Implementation Is Far From Seamless
Crimson Desert's latest update introduces a cross-save feature for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, but its manual implementation and single save slot across platforms are criticized. The article highlights concerns about potential data loss, the inconvenience of manual uploads, and the lack of cross-buy for purchased entitlements, suggesting these issues detract from an otherwise promising feature.
The MOP Up: Crimson Desert adds a cross-save feature across all its platforms
Crimson Desert has implemented a cross-save feature across PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store, allowing players to use a single save file across different platforms. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for RIFT, Star Trek Online, EverQuest II, and Mimesis surpassing two million copies sold.
We just awarded $500 to the PC gamer who sent us this wild Crimson Desert video, and next month it could be you
PC Gamer awarded a $500 prize to a player for a notable video submission featuring Crimson Desert. The monthly PC Gamer Clips contest encourages players to submit gameplay videos for a chance to win prizes, with the latest winner showcasing a unique horse-to-wyvern mount swap.
Midday Patches
Several games have received recent updates, including Battlefield 6 version 1.4.1.0 and Crimson Desert version 1.14.00, which also introduced cross-save support. Additionally, The Finals received a store update.
Crimson Desert adds cross-save support
Pearl Abyss has implemented cross-save support for Crimson Desert, allowing players to transfer their progress between PlayStation 5, Xbox, PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), and will add Mac support in a future update. To utilize this feature, players must create and link a Pearl Abyss ID to their respective platform accounts.
Crimson Desert Gets Cross-Save & Wins Best Technical Innovation at the Develop:Star Awards
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert now features cross-save functionality, allowing players to continue their progress across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Additionally, Crimson Desert won the Best Technical Innovation award at the Develop:Star Awards for its proprietary BlackSpace Engine.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at Develop:Star Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive was awarded Best Game at the Develop:Star Awards 2026, alongside wins for Best Narrative and Best Audio. Other notable winners included Frontier Developments for Best Studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment for Publishing Star.
Crimson Desert update adds cross save functionality to PC and consoles, but you're going to need to buy those…
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.14.00 for Crimson Desert, introducing cross-save functionality across PC and PlayStation 5. This update allows players to use the same save file on multiple platforms by linking a Pearl Abyss ID, though paid items are platform-specific. The patch also includes various bug fixes and improvements.
Quiz: Klassiker du borde ha spelat
This article presents a quiz challenging readers' knowledge of classic video games. It encourages a look back at influential titles that have shaped genres or were perhaps missed by many. The piece also touches upon various other gaming news and community discussions.
Crimson Desert Finally Gets Cross-Save Progression With Latest Update
Crimson Desert has received update 1.14.00, which primarily adds a cross-save feature across PlayStation, Xbox, PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), allowing players to continue their progress on any linked platform. The update also includes various bug fixes and gameplay improvements, with Pearl Abyss planning more substantial content and DLC in the coming months.
Steam study of over 53,000 games finds "60 – 90% of the growth" in monthly releases on Valve's store is from games using AI and "almost none of them make money"
A study of over 53,000 games released on Steam between July 2023 and July 2026 reveals that 60-90% of the growth in monthly releases comes from games disclosing AI-generated content. However, these AI-flagged games are not significantly more profitable than non-AI games, with the vast majority of titles, regardless of AI usage, failing to generate substantial revenue.
HWMonitor now shows you thermal hotspot data for RTX 50-series graphics cards, so I thought I'd give one of ours a…
CPUID's HWMonitor has been updated to version 1.65, adding support for displaying thermal hotspot data for Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50-series graphics cards. This feature, previously only accessible through leaked internal Nvidia tools, will help users diagnose potential cooling issues. The update also includes similar tracking features for the CapFrameX utility.
Skämshögen jag inte skäms för
Johan Lorentzon discusses the stress associated with large game backlogs and the pressure to play popular titles, advocating for a more relaxed approach to gaming. He shares his personal journey of overcoming FOMO and rediscovering the joy of playing games at one's own pace, even highlighting the detailed environments in games like Crimson Desert.
Data analysis suggests that Steam has made $11B in the first half of this year already
Data analysis from Alinea Analytics suggests Valve's Steam platform has generated $11.1 billion in revenue in the first half of the year, a 14.5% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth is attributed to a surge in players in China, successful co-op releases, publishers returning to Steam, and increased sales of both new and back catalogue games. However, the analysis also warns that this growth may exacerbate discoverability issues for smaller studios and new intellectual property.
Crimson Desert Update 1.13.01 Patch Notes - All Changes
Pearl Abyss has released Crimson Desert Update 1.13.01, a patch focused on addressing bugs and improving performance across all platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Key fixes include resolving crashes when riding bears, incorrect character rendering on consoles and AMD systems, and issues with quest progression and reward granting. The update also includes frame rate improvements in certain environments.
