Crimson Desert
News, coverage and analysis tracking Crimson Desert across the outlets.
Latest coverage
I cheesed my way through one of Crimson Desert's biggest bandit camps and it made me love the game
Despite its nonsensical world and mechanics, Crimson Desert has become an enjoyable experience through its chaotic gameplay and the player's ability to 'cheese' challenges. The author found a peculiar charm in the game's disjointed nature, particularly in how death and respawning mechanics allow for a piecemeal approach to overcoming large obstacles like bandit camps.
As Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss rushes to fix pressing issues, players are asking for updates to the time-gated dragon mount
Players of Crimson Desert are expressing disappointment with the 15-minute time limit and 50-minute cooldown on the dragon mount, feeling it contradicts the game's marketing of 'complete and total freedom'. While Pearl Abyss is addressing other issues like controls and inventory, this restriction on mounts, including dire wolves and raptors, is a recurring complaint, with players arguing fun should outweigh cooldown timers in a single-player experience.
How to solve the Spire of Insight puzzle in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to solve the Spire of Insight puzzle in Crimson Desert, which involves finding specific items and placing them in a basin to unlock new areas. Players will need to burn roots to enter, then solve three riddles by collecting items like a Gravestone, a Pen Tip, a Telescope, a Small Rotator, a Celestial, and a Sundial.
Crimson Desert Kailok the Hornsplitter guide and tips
This guide provides strategies and tips for defeating Kailok the Hornsplitter, an early boss in Crimson Desert. It emphasizes evasive maneuvers, strategic attacks, and recommended skills and upgrades for players to overcome this challenge. Rewards for victory include the Sword of the Lord and Seal of Greed.
How to solve the Duskwood Hill Ruins puzzle in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to solve the Duskwood Hill Ruins puzzle in Crimson Desert, a challenging Mysterious Energy trial located in the northern Witchwoods. The puzzle requires players to align five pillars to the same height using a specific sequence of actions involving igniting vines and manipulating a dial with their sword. Successfully completing the puzzle rewards players with an Abyss Cresset, which grants a skill point.
'The Jumping, Movement, and Attacks Are Way More Responsive': Crimson Desert PS5 Patches Fix Crashes and Controls
Pearl Abyss has released two patches for Crimson Desert on PlayStation 5 to address critical errors and improve controls. The updates, v1.00.03 and v1.00.04, fix various bugs, enhance gameplay elements like quests and fast travel, and significantly improve input responsiveness for jumping and movement. The developer is also working to replace generative AI assets used in the release.
"Man up": Former Microsoft and Blizzard exec calls out Crimson Desert devs for apologizing over AI art, because it'll "be in every single video game" someday
Former Microsoft and Blizzard executive Mike Ybarra criticized Pearl Abyss for apologizing over the use of AI in Crimson Desert's development, stating that AI will become ubiquitous in all video games. Pearl Abyss had acknowledged unintentional AI asset usage and apologized, initiating an audit. Ybarra's comments have drawn backlash from some industry figures and players.
Pearl Abyss to conduct "comprehensive audit" after AI-generated art found in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss will conduct a comprehensive audit of its in-game assets after players discovered unintentionally included AI-generated art. The company apologized for the lack of transparency and stated that affected assets will be replaced in upcoming patches. Pearl Abyss also acknowledged that they should have clearly disclosed their use of AI tools during development.
Crimson Desert Graphics Comparison Highlights PS5 Pro Advantages and Stable Console Performance
A comparison of Crimson Desert's graphics indicates that the PlayStation 5 Pro offers visual advantages, while performance remains stable across current-generation consoles. The analysis also highlights the availability of multiple display modes.
Crimson Desert Apparently Features AI Generated Art, Violates Steam Disclosure Policy
Pearl Abyss' action-adventure game Crimson Desert is reportedly using AI-generated art, which may violate Steam's disclosure policies. The game's use of AI art has drawn attention due to the platform's guidelines on such content.
Crimson Desert Devs Share Details On The Game's Confused Narrative & "Off-The-Rails" Development
Developers from Pearl Abyss have discussed the challenges faced during the development of Crimson Desert, specifically addressing issues with the game's narrative and its "off-the-rails" development process. The team shared insights into the complexities of crafting the game's story and managing its production.
Final Fantasy's Wait Times: Sinking Its Own Magic?... | TAG
This article rounds up several gaming news items, including new Pokémon accessories for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation's upcoming AI-powered frame generation technology, concerns about long release intervals for the Final Fantasy series, and New Blood's commitment to supporting GOG. It also touches on quick hits like Mario Kart Tour's age rating change and updates for fighting games.
Sony Is Reportedly Not Looking To Release PS First-Party Games On A PC Launcher, Contrary To Rumors
A graphics comparison for Crimson Desert highlights potential advantages for the PlayStation 5 Pro, while also noting stable performance across current-generation consoles. The article also touches on rumors regarding Sony's stance on releasing first-party games on PC launchers.
Crimson Desert Devs Share Details On The Game's Confused Narrative & ″Off-The-Rails″ Development
Players are praising Crimson Desert's exploration but criticizing its disjointed narrative, with some comparing it unfavorably to Elden Ring's story. The development process is also described as having been "off-the-rails."
Crimson Desert Graphics Comparison Highlights PS5 Pro Advantages and Stable Console Performance
A comparison of Crimson Desert's graphics highlights the advantages of the PlayStation 5 Pro and notes stable console performance. While praised for exploration, the game's story is criticized as weak and disjointed, serving primarily as a vehicle for boss fights and travel.
Microsoft Reportedly Offering Up to 50% Off Xbox Series X/S to Select Xbox One Users
Microsoft is reportedly offering significant discounts of up to 50% on Xbox Series X and S consoles to select Xbox One users. Separately, a graphics comparison for Crimson Desert highlights the visual advantages of the PlayStation 5 Pro and stable performance across current-generation consoles.
Crimson Desert Apparently Features AI Generated Art, Violates Steam Disclosure Policy
Crimson Desert is reportedly using AI-generated art, which may violate Steam's disclosure policies. The game's exploration is praised, but its story is considered weak and disjointed compared to titles like Elden Ring.
Crimson Desert Gets New Update That Nerfs Enemies and Adds A Chest
Pearl Abyss has released the first major patch for Crimson Desert on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series consoles. The update introduces a private storage chest, nerfs to certain enemies and bosses, and adds more fast travel points. It also includes adjustments to stamina consumption, bow camera movement, and various bug fixes and optimizations.
This week in PC games: a new Hooded Horse city-builder, some PS2-style horror, a school-day RPG and an absolutely tremendous catfish
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from city-builders like Nova Roma and PS2-style horror in No Vacation for an Executioner, to RPGs such as Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy. Other notable titles include tactical pinball game Beast Breaker and the unique catfish-themed game The Wide Open Sky is Running out of Catfish.
How to get Bismuth in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to obtain Bismuth in Crimson Desert, a rare resource that cannot be mined with standard tools. Players must first use the 'Lightning Surge' ability to break the magic barrier surrounding Bismuth deposits before mining. The best locations to find Bismuth are near the Scholastone Institute southwest of Hernand City, and in the peaks of Everfrost.