Crimson Desert
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Crimson Desert Keeps Delivering – 10 Incredible New Additions in the Latest Patch
Crimson Desert's latest patch, 1.06.00, introduces a significant number of new features and improvements. Key additions include a wide variety of new special mounts, the ability to feed mounts while riding, and unique saddles for different creatures. The update also brings a material extraction system for gear, new unarmed combat skills for the character Oongka, and a replayable claw machine mini-game with valuable rewards. Further enhancements cover Visione equipment, combat mechanics, UI improvements like skill search, a Night Tone Mode, and various cosmetic and gameplay adjustments.
Crimson Desert soars past 150,000 Steam reviews with Very Positive rating despite story criticism
Crimson Desert has achieved a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam with over 150,000 reviews, despite player criticism regarding its story. Developer Pearl Abyss acknowledges the narrative's shortcomings but prioritized gameplay polish. The game's open-world exploration and diverse mechanics have captivated players, leading to a generally positive reception.
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As smash success Crimson Desert boosts Pearl Abyss revenue by a whopping 419%, company confirms it's thinking about DLC
Pearl Abyss reported a 419% increase in operating revenue for Q1 2026, largely driven by the successful launch of Crimson Desert. The company is considering downloadable content for the game and is also developing DokeV and Plan 8, aiming for a new game release every two to three years.
Crimson Desert har dragit in över 1,6 miljarder kronor
Crimson Desert has generated over 1.6 billion Swedish kronor (266.5 billion won) in revenue, with approximately half coming from PC and the other half from consoles. Developer Pearl Abyss also recently released an update that allows players to ride various animals in the game after gaining their trust.
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Pearl Abyss reported a more than fivefold increase in its Q1 earnings, reaching $220.6 million, largely driven by Crimson Desert. Separately, Nintendo's share value declined following the company president's admission that price increases could create barriers for consumers.
Crimson Desert's Massive Success Is Down to the US, Europe, and Strong Console Sales
Crimson Desert has achieved over 5 million sales since its March launch, with 94% of revenue coming from overseas markets, primarily the US and Europe. Sales are split evenly between PC and console platforms, defying expectations that PC would dominate due to the game's technical demands.
Hot off the heels of Crimson Desert, Pearl Abyss wants to "accelerate development" on open-world Pokemon-like MMO DokeV as it aims to release a new game "every two to three years"
Pearl Abyss is accelerating development on its open-world MMOs DokeV and Plan 8, aiming for a new game release every two to three years. The developer, known for Crimson Desert, acknowledges announcing games too early in the past and is focusing on a more efficient release cycle for its upcoming titles.
How to get a Tiger Mount in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to obtain a rare Tiger mount in Crimson Desert. The Tiger spawns only as a minion of the Legendary White Tiger at a specific lake location, and if the White Tiger is defeated, regular Tigers will not respawn. The guide details the taming process, which involves stunning the Tiger, riding it, feeding it meat to increase its Trust to 100, and then 'taking it in' as a permanent mount.
How to get a Raptor Mount in Crimson Desert
The Crimson Desert 1.06 update allows players to permanently obtain the Red-Feathered Raptor mount. Raptors are found in the Crimson Mountains Fortress and are used by the Twilight Messengers faction. Players must re-enable enemy respawns to encounter them and then tame them by dismounting the rider, catching the raptor, feeding it meat until trust is 100, and then taming it.
Crimson Desert increases Pearl Abyss Q1 earnings more than fivefold to $220.6m
Pearl Abyss reported a significant surge in Q1 operating revenue, reaching $220.6 million, primarily driven by the March launch of Crimson Desert. The game generated $179.1 million in sales, with the majority coming from North America and Europe. The company forecasts continued strong performance for Crimson Desert and plans for future platform expansion and DLC.
How to get the Kuku Bird mount in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to obtain the Leaping Kuku Bird mount in Crimson Desert. Players must clear the Bloodsteel Camp, retrieve the Kuku Bird's Egg and Research Journal from a secret tower, find a nest, and then hatch the egg. This special mount offers high jumps and gliding capabilities, surpassing the mobility of a standard horse.
How to get the Sigil of Valor in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to acquire and equip the Sigil of Valor in Crimson Desert, an item that allows pet dogs to assist players in combat. The Sigil can be purchased from Lacey, the Pororin Secret Vendor in Florindale, after completing the Unreachable Village questline. The article also briefly mentions Sigils of Bonding for cats and notes the author's gaming background.
Crimson Desert Dev Pearl Abyss Confirms Plans to 'Broaden the Game to the Next Level' — Including DLC
Pearl Abyss, the developer and publisher of Crimson Desert, has confirmed plans to release downloadable content (DLC) for the game. This announcement was made alongside the company's latest financial results, which also detailed the game's financial performance.
Crimson Desert DLC teased as Pearl Abyss looks to "broaden the game to the next level" following record quarterly revenue of around $180 million
Pearl Abyss reported record quarterly revenue of approximately $180 million, largely driven by the successful launch of Crimson Desert. The developer is exploring DLC for the game to further expand its market presence and enhance user satisfaction, aiming for eight to ten million sales in 2026.
Crimson Desert Has Already Made $180 Million, And Its Developers Are Just Getting Started
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has generated $180 million in revenue since its March launch, selling 5 million units across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in its first 26 days. The company plans to enhance user satisfaction through continuous updates and is exploring DLC options to expand the game's market presence. Pearl Abyss also provided updates on its other projects, DokeV and Plan 8, aiming for a new game release every two to three years.
Crimson Desert Studio is Exploring DLC, Among Other Ways, to “Broaden the Game to The Next Level”
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert is exploring the possibility of releasing downloadable content (DLC) to further expand the game. The company reported that Crimson Desert has generated $180 million in revenue as of March 31st, selling over five million copies in less than a month across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The developer is also focusing on continuous updates to enhance user satisfaction and market presence.
