At The Game Awards, Pearl Abyss delivered a spectacular new gameplay showcase for Crimson Desert and announced the highly anticipated game’s release window: late 2025. The action-adventure epic will launch on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Mac. Starting today, fans can add Crimson Desert to their wishlist via Steam, the PlayStation Store, and the Microsoft Store.
Set in the breathtaking yet perilous continent of Pywel, Crimson Desert tells the gripping tale of Kliff, the resolute leader of the Greymanes, a band of seasoned mercenaries. Tasked with saving Pywel from a looming catastrophe, players will embark on a thrilling journey filled with intense battles, larger-than-life monsters, and immersive storytelling. Powered by the cutting-edge BlackSpace Engine, the game promises next-generation visuals, dynamic environments, and captivating gameplay.
Highlights from the New Gameplay Showcase:
- Dynamic Combat Systems
Players will experience strategic, adrenaline-pumping combat as Kliff battles hordes of enemies and colossal bosses. From one-on-one duels to large-scale skirmishes, each fight is an intense, tactical challenge. Victories unlock unique weapons, armor, and abilities, allowing players to customize Kliff’s combat style to face increasingly dangerous foes. - Aerial Mastery with Wyverns
Take command of wyverns for exhilarating aerial combat, using fiery breath attacks to rain destruction upon enemies from the skies. - Expansive Open-World Exploration
Journey through Pywel’s fully realized, open world with diverse traversal options, including riding steeds, climbing cliffs, and gliding from sky-high vantage points. The world comes alive with dynamic weather, time-of-day transitions, and environmental interactions, offering an unparalleled sense of immersion. - Beyond Combat – A Living World
Players can engage in a wide range of activities like fishing, cooking, solving puzzles, exploring mechanized villages, and delving into interactive aerial Abysses. This vibrant world is filled with mysteries waiting to be uncovered.
With its cinematic visuals, engaging story, and endless exploration opportunities, Crimson Desert is shaping up to be a genre-defining experience.
