Crimson Desert
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Business and Finance
Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics has undergone its fourth round of layoffs in a year, though development on a remake and the game Catalyst continues. Separately, Crimson Desert publisher Pearl Abyss saw its stock price fall by nearly 30%.
Morning Interviews
Crimson Desert, developed by Pearl Abyss, is highlighted for its ambitious scope, aiming to make a significant impact from South Korea. Separately, Dead by Daylight's latest update introduces a K-pop themed chapter but notably omits a new killer.
Game Reviews
This article contains reviews for Ex Voto and Crimson Desert, with IGN providing a rating for the former and AGC offering a "Buy, Wait for Sale, Deep Sale, Never Touch?" assessment for the latter. DSOGaming also published a PC performance analysis for Crimson Desert. Death Stranding 2 is briefly mentioned.
Palworld and Ori devs offer Crimson Desert support, suggesting players give it "some time" and remember…
Developers from Palworld and the Ori series have offered support for Crimson Desert amidst mixed reviews, suggesting players give the game time to evolve. Thomas Mahler of Moon Studios and John Buckley of Pocketpair commented on the subjectivity of game scores and the potential for future updates to improve the RPG's reception.
A Complete Crimson Desert Skills Guide
This guide provides comprehensive information on skills within the game Crimson Desert. It aims to help players navigate the game's mechanics and master its various abilities.
How To Reveal The World Map In Crimson Desert - Bell Towers Guide
This guide explains how to reveal the world map in Crimson Desert by interacting with eight "bell towers" scattered across the game's continent of Pywel. These towers are linked to the Pororin Forest Guardians faction and, once activated, reveal points of interest in their respective regions. The article details the locations and specific requirements for activating each bell tower, some of which are tied to story progression.
How To Complete Renee's Request In Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to complete Renee's Request, an early-game side quest in Crimson Desert located in the town of Hernand. Players must cook three Modest Fish Porridges for the shop owner Renee to receive a Medium Bag, which grants +3 inventory slots.
Crimson Desert - 25 Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing
Crimson Desert is a massive game with many undiscovered mechanics. This guide provides 25 essential tips and details that players should know before diving into the game's world to better navigate, explore, and fight.
Crimson Desert - Guides Hub
This Crimson Desert guides hub provides comprehensive information for Pearl Abyss' open-world adventure game. It covers starter tips, combat mechanics, exploration, puzzles, money-making, and late-game secrets to help players navigate the war-torn land of Pywel and the mysterious Abyss.
How To Advance Time In Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert features a dynamic day-night cycle that impacts quests, vendor refreshes, and exploration. Players can advance time by sleeping on beds in liberated areas or by waiting near cooking fires, choosing to skip 3, 6, or 12 in-game hours.
A Complete Crimson Desert Inventory Guide
This guide for Crimson Desert focuses on inventory management, a common point of frustration for players. It offers best practices for keeping inventory organized and advises on essential items to carry, allowing players to focus more on gameplay.
All Playable Characters In Crimson Desert And How To Use Them
This guide for Crimson Desert details the three playable characters: Kliff, Damiane, and Oongka, explaining their unique combat specializations, gear, and abilities. It also provides instructions on how to summon companion characters during gameplay.
Where Can You Store Items In Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert currently lacks a dedicated player storage system, a feature planned for future introduction by developers Pearl Abyss. Players can temporarily store items by selling them to vendors with a repurchase option, though items may disappear after a few in-game days. The primary method for managing loot is by continuously increasing inventory slots through in-game purchases and quest rewards, as the game does not feature a carry weight system.
How Long Is Crimson Desert - Campaign Length And Mission List Guide
Crimson Desert's campaign length varies significantly based on playstyle, ranging from 60-100 hours for a rushed playthrough to 100-180 hours for a standard experience including side content. A completionist run could take considerably longer due to extensive faction quests and challenges. The game features a unique skill unlock system and a vast open world with numerous secrets and activities.
All Mounts And Vehicles In Crimson Desert
This guide details the various mounts and vehicles available in Crimson Desert, including horses, wagons, the Cloudcart, the Delesyia Train, the All-Terrain Armored Gear (ATAG), and the Blackstar Dragon. Players can acquire and upgrade these traversals to navigate the vast landscapes of Pywel more efficiently.
How To Get The Dragon Mount In Crimson Desert
This guide details how players can obtain the Blackstar Dragon mount in Crimson Desert. The process involves encountering the dragon during Chapter 9's Shattered Stars quest, performing specific aerial maneuvers to tame it, and later defeating the Golden Star boss in Chapter 11. Once purified, the Blackstar Dragon becomes a permanent mount, usable in most areas of the game with a significant cooldown.
How To Enter The House Of Healing In Crimson Desert
This guide details how to enter the St. Halssius House of Healing in Crimson Desert as part of the Familiar Curses quest. Players can choose to buy a priest disguise or a visitor pass for 10x silver, or sneak in via the rooftop to avoid spending in-game currency.
The Best Skills And Abilities To Unlock Early In Crimson Desert
This guide for Crimson Desert details the best skills and abilities to unlock early in the game, focusing on character progression for Kliff and other playable characters. It explains how to acquire abilities through Abyss Artifacts and the 'watch and learn' mechanic, highlighting key skills for combat, traversal, and puzzle-solving.
How To Get Through Crimson Desert's First Tricky Hours
This guide provides tips for navigating the initial challenging hours of Crimson Desert. It aims to help players overcome early obstacles and progress through the game's opening stages.
Crimson Desert Review - Open-World Overload - Game Informer
Crimson Desert is an open-world game that showcases impressive technology and exploration but suffers from numerous minor annoyances and a shallow narrative. Despite its visual achievements, the game lacks significant narrative depth.