Crimson Desert
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Crimson Desert

Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.

DEV: Pearl AbyssPUB: Pearl AbyssAppID 3321460
UPDATE PULSEevery ~3d·last 9d ago·16 recent on record

Is Crimson Desert still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

95.1
Excellent

Elixir Rating

83.7% of 175,380 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 83.5. The developers have shipped 21 substantial updates in the past six months, adding 11.6.

reception 83.5·support +11.6·Excellent

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

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From Steam's own record

Current price

$69.99

Development

Actively supported

Last heard from developers

9 days ago

Usual rhythm

every ~3 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

21

Current silence

3× normal

The developers post roughly every 3 days and were last heard 9 days ago — within their normal range. 21 substantial updates landed in the past six months, 3 of them major.

Distilled by the oracle

Our coverage

8 dispatches written from this game’s announcements

releaseSep 8, 2026

Crimson Desert Patch 2.01.00 Fixes Quests, Combat, and Camp Systems

Pearl Abyss's Crimson Desert has received patch 2.01.00 on Steam and Mac simultaneously, delivering bug fixes and stability improvements across quests, combat, and camp management.

What changed

Content & Camp

  • Fixed furniture spawning without the house at Greymane Camp.
  • Fixed summoning Blackstar causing unintended mounts to appear.
  • Fixed the quest "The Cursed Knight" failing to complete after all subquests were finished.
  • Fixed a mismatch between displayed and actual resource requirements for camp donation missions.
  • Added a new "Gold Bar Investment Mission" dispatch mission.
  • Horse health now recovers when retrying horse-riding quests.
  • A visual effect now highlights which skills unlock upon acquiring skill-related knowledge.
  • Photo mode camera can now be tilted.
  • Camp Funds earned by donating Silver have been increased by 10x.

Combat

  • Fixed the character halting mid-flight when using "Force Current".
  • Fixed "Ambush" activating against unintended targets.
  • Fixed character freezing underwater when using "Body Slam" in shallow water.
  • Fixed Spirit not replenishing when using "Focus" while clinging.
  • Fixed "Focused Charged Shot" being unusable with a musket.
  • Fixed comrades and mounts failing to engage enemies in certain situations.

UI

  • Improved the minimum font size setting on first launch so the arrow buttons adjust the value with a single click.

The 10x Camp Funds multiplier on Silver donations stands out as the most tangible quality-of-life shift, likely accelerating camp progression for players who had found the donation economy slow-moving.

patchAug 22, 2026

Crimson Desert Logs 17 Patches and 120 Mounts in Post-Launch Recap

Pearl Abyss has published a retrospective announcement for Crimson Desert, summarizing post-launch development activity through patch 1.14. The post, attributed to the CrimsonDesert_Official account, frames the recap as a thank-you to the player community rather than a forward-looking roadmap.

The headline figures: 17 patches, more than 20 new features and content additions, 120 new mounts and pets, and 70 new outfits, equipment, and items.

What changed, patch by patch

  • 1.00.00 — Item Storage, improved controls
  • 1.01.00 — New mounts, quality-of-life improvements
  • 1.02.00 — Private Storage Expansion, headgear visibility toggle
  • 1.03.00 — New skills for each playable character, puzzle gameplay improvements
  • 1.04.00 — Difficulty settings, inventory UI improvements, keyboard/mouse and controller preset options, distant scenery graphics improvements, bird pets
  • 1.05.00 — Boss Rematch mode, Re-blockade content, Legendary Animal Pets
  • 1.06.00 — Special mounts, sheath display option, Claw Machine minigame
  • 1.07.00 — More Boss Rematches, new unarmed combat skills for Damiane
  • 1.08.00 — Fish-keeping pond, Baby Wyvern pet
  • 1.09.00 — Controller remapping, Small Animal pets, farming content improvements
  • 1.10.00 — Wyvern mounts, Kuku Bird Chick pet, Pinball and Orb Roll minigames
  • 1.11.00 — New challenges for pet registration
  • 1.12.00 — Outdoor housing customization, new equipment and furniture, quality-of-life improvements for Damiane and Oongka
  • 1.13.00 — New equipment and outfits, resting with pets
  • 1.14 — Details not listed in the source

For players tracking the game's trajectory, the recap confirms a consistent cadence of systems-level additions — housing, combat, and creature collection — sitting alongside the expected cosmetic output.

patchAug 21, 2026 · 1 min

Crimson Desert Patch 1.18.02 Fixes Camp UI, Silver Reset, and Input Freeze

A small but targeted update addresses four bugs that could disrupt progression and responsiveness in Crimson Desert.

patchAug 19, 2026 · 1 min

Crimson Desert Patch 1.18.00 Overhauls Knowledge System and Quest Flow

A broad update reorganizes how players track quest progress and animal knowledge while fixing a string of trade, quest, …

patchAug 1, 2026 · 1 min

Crimson Desert Patch 1.16.00 Overhauls Trading with 133 New Posts and Dynamic Pricing

A sweeping revision to the trading system adds depth, new goods, and meaningful logistical decisions for Greymanes willi…

patchJul 16, 2026 · 1 min

Crimson Desert Patch 1.14.00 Adds Cross-Save, Fixes Combat and Audio Bugs

The update's headline feature lets players carry a single save file across four platforms, while a slate of targeted fix…

patchJul 4, 2026 · 1 min

Crimson Desert OST Longlisted for 2026 World Soundtrack Awards

The game's score has entered audience voting for the WSA Game Music Award, with the public vote open until mid-August.

patchJul 4, 2026 · 1 min

Crimson Desert Patch 1.13.00 Opens the Abyss to Oongka and Damiane

The update expands two characters' access to a major game zone while adding dozens of new equipment pieces and several q…

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PlayGround.ru - официальная группаSep 28, 2026
Разработчики Crimson Desert признали, что движку BlackSpace пока не хватает оптимизации в сложных сценах

Pearl Abyss признала, что собственный движок BlackSpace Engine пока испытывает проблемы с производительностью в наиболее ресурсоёмких сценах Crimson Desert. Речь идёт о масштабных сражениях, где одновременно присутствуют большое количество …

PlayGround.ru - официальная группаSep 23, 2026
Crimson Desert получила патч 2.03.02 - исправлены проблемы с квестами и исследованием мира

Crimson Desert получила обновление 2.03.02, которое исправляет несколько ошибок, способных препятствовать прохождению отдельных участков игры. Патч уже применён в Steam-версии для PC, а обновление для Steam-версии на Mac пока находится в пр…

Community AnnouncementsSep 23, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.03.02

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…

PlayGround.ru - официальная группаSep 22, 2026
Мод World Builder превращает Crimson Desert в ультимативную песочницу с более чем 48 тысячами объектов

Crimson Desert получила необычный мод World Builder, который способен заметно изменить привычный игровой процесс и открыть новые возможности для пользовательского контента. По сути, мод превращает открытый мир игры в своеобразный конструкто…

PlayGround.ru - официальная группаSep 21, 2026
Crimson Desert получила небольшой патч 2.03.01 - исправлены проблемы с фонарём и NPC

Pearl Abyss выпустила патч 2.03.01 для Crimson Desert. Обновление уже применено на PC-версии в Steam, а для Steam на Mac его установка пока продолжается. Разработчики исправили несколько ошибок, связанных с управлением и взаимодействием с п…

Community AnnouncementsSep 21, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.03.01

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…

PlayGround.ru - официальная группаSep 21, 2026
Авторы Crimson Desert отказались от Unreal Engine 5 ради контроля над технологиями и оперативного выпуска обновлений

Pearl Abyss объяснила, почему Crimson Desert создаётся на собственном BlackSpace Engine, а не на популярном Unreal Engine 5. Разработчики считают собственную технологию более подходящей для масштабного открытого мира, поддержки разных платф…

Community AnnouncementsSep 18, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.03.00

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Major UpdatesThis patch adds various bug fixes and stability improvements. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to …

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PlayGround.ru - официальная группаSep 11, 2026
Crimson Desert получила патч 2.02.00 с исправлениями квестов, DLSS и локализации

Pearl Abyss выпустила обновление 2.02.00 для Crimson Desert на PC. Разработчики сосредоточились на исправлении ошибок, связанных с прохождением заданий, управлением, интерфейсом, графикой и локализацией, а также внесли ряд других улучшений.…

Community AnnouncementsSep 11, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.02.00

Major UpdatesThis patch adds various bug fixes and stability improvements. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. UpdateSteam (…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 4, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.01.00

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Major UpdatesThis patch adds various bug fixes and stability improvements. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to …

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Gamemag.ruSep 3, 2026
Замок и морские сражения: DLC Charting the Unknown для Crimson Desert выходит в октябре

В рамках State of Play компания Pearl Abyss анонсировала сюжетное дополнение Charting the Unknown для Crimson Desert. Релиз DLC состоится уже 15 октября.

Community AnnouncementsSep 3, 2026
Charting the Unknown: DLC Pre-Orders Now Available

A new journey into the unknown begins October 15th, 2026!   Pre-orders for Crimson Desert Enhanced's new expansion, "Charting the Unknown," are now open. Pre-order now and receive the Charter's Diving Set for Kliff and Oongka and the Charte…

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Rock, Paper, ShotgunSep 3, 2026
The first big Crimson Desert DLC arrives in October, seems to be set in a crimson desert beyond Crimson Desert's existing crimson desert

Crimson Desert's first proper expansion, not be confused with any of the ten million things Pearl Abyss have added to their vast expanse of stuff to do via free updates, is set to release next month. It's called Charting the Unknown, is out…

Community AnnouncementsSep 1, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.00.02

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…

Community AnnouncementsAug 28, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.00.01

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…

Community AnnouncementsAug 28, 2026
Crimson Desert, On Sale for 20% Off & Get the Free Enhanced Update

Crimson Desert's first-ever official sale is happening now until September 9, 14:59 UTC. Get the game for 20% off and enjoy a richer journey in Pywel with the free Crimson Desert Enhanced update.See you in Pywel, Greymanes!

Gamemag.ruAug 25, 2026
Crimson Desert впервые получила скидку

Спустя пять месяцев после релиза Crimson Desert попала на распродажу. Южнокорейский приключенческий экшен в открытом мире продают со скидкой 20% на всех платформах. Это первое снижение стоимости популярной игры.

Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
Crimson Desert Enhanced Update Now Available

Crimson Desert is becoming Crimson Desert Enhanced — featuring new story moments, expanded voice-over & language support, and including all post-launch updates and additions to date. This update is available for free to all existing owners …

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Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
New Language Support & Setting Guide

Crimson Desert now supports full voiceover in German, French, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and Japanese, as well as interface and subtitle support for Arabic. Please note that your game must be updated to the latest version (2.00.00) for …

Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
Patch Notes Version 2.00.00

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Major UpdatesPatch 2.00.00, the Crimson Desert Enhanced update, adds new cutscenes and story moments to enhance the game’s narrative, along with five new…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
Crimson Desert’s First Sale is Here

There's never been a better time to start your journey in Pywel! Crimson Desert is available for the first time at a 20% discount, from Aug 25th to Sep 9th.

Community AnnouncementsAug 24, 2026
Crimson Desert Has Been Nominated at the 2026 gamescom Awards!

We're excited to share that Crimson Desert has been nominated for Best PC Game and Most Epic at the 2026 gamescom Awards!   This nomination wouldn't have been possible without your incredible support since launch. If you'd like to support u…

Community AnnouncementsAug 17, 2026
Patch Notes Version 1.18.02

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 16, 2026
Patch Notes Version 1.18.01 (All Platforms Hotfix)

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…

Community AnnouncementsAug 15, 2026
Patch Notes Version 1.18.00

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Major UpdatesThis patch adds various bug fixes and stability improvements. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to …

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Gamemag.ruAug 13, 2026
Первое крупное дополнение для Crimson Desert выйдет до конца года, версия для Nintendo Switch 2 на подходе

Первое крупное дополнение для ролевой игры Crimson Desert поступит в продажу до конца текущего года. Представить новый контент разработчики из Pearl Abyss намерены в третьем квартале — то есть не позднее конца сентября.

Community AnnouncementsAug 12, 2026
Update Highlights

Fellow Greymanes,   Thank you for your incredible support and enthusiasm since the launch of Crimson Desert. Over the past few months, we have released several updates for the game that included new content, quality-of-life improvements, an…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 7, 2026
Patch Notes Version 1.17.00

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Major UpdatesThis patch adds various bug fixes and stability improvements. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to …

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Community AnnouncementsAug 5, 2026
Patch Notes Version 1.16.04 (All Platforms Hotfix)

Fellow Greymanes, Here are the fixes and improvements that have been added this patch. Update ScheduleThe patch is rolling out across all platforms. Please refer to the Update section below to see the state of the patch for each platform. U…