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Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown – DLC Features Overview Trailer
Pearl Abyss has released a new trailer for Crimson Desert's upcoming DLC, "Charting the Unknown," detailing new stories and exploration features. The DLC, launching October 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store, will also include pre-order bonuses.
DuneCrawl heading to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Alientrap is bringing its open-world co-op action-adventure game, DuneCrawl, to the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch by the end of 2026. Players will pilot gigantic walking crustaceans called Dune Crawlers to explore desert seas, battle enemies, and complete quests.
Ninjala 2 dev want the franchise “to continue for 10 years, 20 years, and beyond”
GungHo producer Motoki Kaneda expressed a strong desire for the Ninjala franchise to achieve long-term success, aiming for it to continue for "10 years, 20 years, and beyond." The upcoming sequel, Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet, is set to launch on the Switch 2 next year and is described as an open-world action game.
"Make it OP first": Warlock devs eventually realized that "too powerful" D&D spells were the…
Invoke Studios head Dominic Guay discussed the development of Warlock's spell system, noting the team's initial tendency to make spells "too OP" before balancing them. The open-world action-adventure game, set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, aims for a dynamic and expressive magic system that allows for real-time chaining of spells and melee attacks.
Beloved cockney-orc Lord of the Rings games Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War finally make their way to Switch 2
The acclaimed Lord of the Rings games Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and Middle-earth: Shadow of War, featuring the innovative Nemesis system, are now available on Nintendo Switch. Both titles include all previously released DLC and are offered in a bundle by converter Aspyr. The article also notes the closure of developer Monolith Productions and the cancellation of its Wonder Woman game.
Ninjala 2 devs explain why it’s an open-world action game, no gacha-style elements
Developers for Ninjala 2 have revealed the game will shift to an open-world PvE action genre, moving away from the competitive PvP focus of its predecessor. GungHo also confirmed that the sequel will be a single purchase with no gacha-style monetization, a change positively received by fans.
One Of This Year’s Biggest Games Is Coming To Switch 2 Next Year
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert is planned for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in the first half of 2027. The open-world action game, which has already sold over 4 million copies on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, is currently undergoing technical reviews for the hybrid system. Pearl Abyss is also researching the feasibility of adding multiplayer to the game, though they acknowledge it is a complex undertaking.
Relax, PC Gamers: We're not getting GTA 6 on November 19, but we've got, um... 'Phantom Vice Auto'…
This article humorously discusses the lack of a PC release date for Grand Theft Auto 6, contrasting it with the fictional 'Phantom Vice Auto' which is set to launch on PC the same day. The author sarcastically praises Phantom Vice Auto's simplistic features and low-quality trailer, highlighting the perceived shortcomings compared to Rockstar's standards.
Only 6.8% of Crimson Desert players on Steam have finished the open-world game 2 months after launch, and that means…
Two months after its launch, only 6.8% of players on Steam have completed the main story of Pearl Abyss' open-world game Crimson Desert. Statistics show that 22.6% of players haven't finished the first chapter, indicating that many are taking their time to explore the game's sandbox elements rather than rushing through the narrative.
Nintendo Takes A Hit With Class Action Lawsuit While Gaming Giants Make Major Moves
Nintendo is facing a class action lawsuit from gamers seeking refunds for U.S. tariffs on hardware. Meanwhile, Sony Interactive Entertainment is implementing new age verification for communication features. Separately, Clair Obscur E33 has sold 8 million copies, and Avalanche Studios is hiring for an unannounced AAA open-world project.
Samson Gets Major Fixes For Bugs, Crashes, and Progression Blockers in its First Update
Developer Liquid Swords has released a major update for its open-world action game Samson, addressing numerous bugs, crashes, and progression blockers. The patch includes performance improvements, fixes for AI and NPC behavior, and general gameplay polish. The update is available now for PC players.
Crimson Desert Sales Surpass Two Million Units In One Day
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over two million units worldwide within its first day of release. Despite this sales milestone, the company's stock value has dropped significantly following a Metacritic score of 78, which may have disappointed shareholders. The game is an open-world action-adventure title available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Pearl Abyss Releases Crimson Desert Globally - GameHaunt
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert will launch globally on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Mac, Epic Games Store, and ROG Xbox Ally. The open-world action-adventure game features full voice acting in English, Korean, and Chinese, with subtitles in 14 languages. Players will step into the role of Kliff, a warrior tasked with reuniting his scattered people and reclaiming their home.
Crimson Desert Launches With 239,000 Concurrent Players And A "Mixed" Rating
Crimson Desert launched with a peak of 239,000 concurrent players on PC and a 'Mixed' rating on Steam. Despite strong initial player numbers, Pearl Abyss' stock price has fallen by nearly 29 percent following a Metacritic score of 78, indicating shareholder disappointment.
Don't Expect Crimson Desert Xbox Series X or S Gameplay Footage Before Launch - IGN
Pearl Abyss will not release gameplay footage for the Xbox Series X and S versions of Crimson Desert before its March 19 launch. While PC and PlayStation 5 footage has been shown, the Xbox versions' absence has raised concerns. The developer has provided performance specifications for all consoles, detailing resolution, frame rate targets, and raytracing options.
