Crimson Desert

Crimson Desert

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Initial Release: Mar 19, 2026

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Xbox Series X/S

8.6

70 hrs

Main Story

141 hrs

Story + Sides

257 hrs

Everything

133 hrs

All Styles

Game Help

Crimson Desert Guide

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Crimson Desert Review

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Crimson Desert is an extremely ambitious open-world adventure, and that ambition is what makes it both incredibly cool and gobsmackingly infuriating in almost equal measure.

Summary

Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set in the beautiful yet brutal continent of Pywel. Discover adventure, uncover wonders, and experience thrilling action as you witness the saga surrounding Kliff, leader of the Greymanes, whose mission takes him on an incredible journey.

Content Rating

Blood, Strong Language, Intense Violence, Drug References

Developers

Publishers

Franchises

Initial Release

Mar 19, 2026

Platforms

Xbox Series X/S

Genres

Action, Adventure, RPG

Crimson Desert's First Expansion Is Releasing Next Month

Crimson Desert's First Expansion Is Releasing Next Month

Sep 3, 2026 - Under the sea.

Crimson Desert Is Becoming Crimson Desert Enhanced for Free

Crimson Desert Is Becoming Crimson Desert Enhanced for Free

Aug 25, 2026 - Red all about it.

Crimson Desert Dev Conducting 'Extensive Research' on Multiplayer Modes, Plots Potential Sequels

Crimson Desert Dev Conducting 'Extensive Research' on Multiplayer Modes, Plots Potential Sequels

Aug 11, 2026 - First DLC due out before the end of the year.

Physical Copies of Crimson Desert Drop to Lowest Price Ever for PS5

Physical Copies of Crimson Desert Drop to Lowest Price Ever for PS5

Jul 20, 2026 - That's not bad at all.

Crimson Desert on PS5 Has Hit a New Low Price at Amazon

Crimson Desert on PS5 Has Hit a New Low Price at Amazon

Jul 10, 2026 - Both versions have dropped below $60.

Crimson Desert Dev Explains How It's Changing the Game's Story, What 'DLC' Means, and Why Anything Goes

Crimson Desert Dev Explains How It's Changing the Game's Story, What 'DLC' Means, and Why Anything Goes

Jun 12, 2026 - Will Powers on enjoying "the artistic liberty to do whatever the hell you want."

Crimson Desert's Journey to Becoming an Actual Pet Simulator Is Pretty Much Complete With Latest Patch

Crimson Desert's Journey to Becoming an Actual Pet Simulator Is Pretty Much Complete With Latest Patch

Jun 12, 2026 - Cat in the hat.

Crimson Desert Hits New Huge Sales Milestone Less Than 3 Months After Launch

Crimson Desert Hits New Huge Sales Milestone Less Than 3 Months After Launch

Jun 11, 2026 - Red-letter day.

Crimson Desert Has a Pinball Minigame Now Because of Course It Does

Crimson Desert Has a Pinball Minigame Now Because of Course It Does

Jun 5, 2026 - High-scoring game.

Crimson Desert Dev Says It's Going to Improve the Game's Story to 'Make It More Engaging' as Part of Significant Changes Coming Soon

Crimson Desert Dev Says It's Going to Improve the Game's Story to 'Make It More Engaging' as Part of Significant Changes Coming Soon

Jun 2, 2026 - Alright.