After a devastating ambush by their sworn enemy the Black Bears leaves the Greymanes dead or scattered across the land, players follow Kliff who embarks on a journey to rebuild the Greymanes and reclaim what has been lost. As he traverses across the vast landscapes of Pywel, players will engage in intense battles, defeat formidable monsters, collect valuable loot, and follow the story of the Greymanes’ journey with next-generation visuals.

Welcome to the beautiful yet brutal continent of Pywel.

From the snow-blasted mountains of Kweiden to the verdant expanses of Akapen and the towering ridges scattering the Crimson Desert, this land is a testament to nature's grandeur. Yet, amidst this beauty, the continent stands locked in war as factions vie for unprecedented power.

Discover adventure, explore exciting locations, and fight thrilling battles as you travel across an incredible open world filled with wonder and mystery.

Pearl Abyss and PLAION are thrilled to unveil the physical line-up for Crimson Desert, whose release date was revealed earlier today as March 19, 2026, across PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Crimson Desert will launch with Collector’s, Deluxe and Standard editions. The Collector’s Edition will feature an impressive 17” exclusive diorama of Kliff and Golden Star, a premium Greymane Brooch Pin and deluxe woven fabric map of Pywel – designed to elevate any treasured collection. 

Pre-orders will be going live for all physical and digital editions in the coming days, available at most major retailers -- all pre-orders come with the Khaled Shield as a pre-order bonus. Additionally, fans who pre-order any PlayStation5 edition will also receive the Grotevant Plate Set DLC as a PS5 exclusive bonus included in pack. 

Collector’s Edition ($279.99)

• Crimson Desert Full Game
• Exclusive 17” Diorama
• Collector's Edition Limited SteelBook
• Fabric Map of Pywel 
• Letter from the Developer
• Greymane Brooch Pin
• 3 Character Photo Cards
• 3 Patches

It includes DLC bonuses below.

• Ultimate Pack – Tormented Soul Bow, Derictus Spear, Sielos Longsword, Shroud Lantern, Hyperion Horse Tack Set  
• Deluxe Pack – Balgran Shield, Exclaire Horse Tack Set, Kairos Plate Set  
• [Pre-order Only] Pre-order Exclusive Bonus - Khaled Shield
• [PS5 Only] PS5 Exclusive Bonus – Grotevant Plate Set  

Deluxe Edition ($89.99)

• Crimson Desert Full Game
• Deluxe Edition Limited SteelBook
• Map of Pywel
• Letter from the Developer
• Greymane Brooch Pin
• 3 Character Photo Cards
• 3 Patches

It includes DLC bonuses below.

• Deluxe Pack – Balgran Shield, Exclaire Horse Tack Set, Kairos Plate Set  
• [Pre-order Only] Pre-order Exclusive Bonus - Khaled Shield
• [PS5 Only] PS5 Exclusive Bonus – Grotevant Plate Set 

Standard Edition( $69.99)

• Crimson Desert Full Game

It includes DLC bonuses below.

• [Pre-order Only] Pre-order Exclusive Bonus - Khaled Shield
• [PlayStation5 Only] PS5 Exclusive Bonus – Grotevant Plate Set

"This is our mission."

Join Kliff, captain of the Greymanes, and his comrades as they embark on a relentless journey to defend Pywel and fulfill their mission.

Along your perilous path stands both dependable allies and countless foes who will stop at nothing to see your downfall.
Face trials to uncover the truth of the catastrophe looming over Pywel and restore peace to the continent.

While the name “Crimson Desert” was originally a region within Black Desert, Crimson Desert is in fact not a sequel, but a whole new IP. The title started as the prequel to Black Desert, but during development Pearl Abyss began to create an entirely different storyline and a whole new set of characters.

Key Features:

• Open world action-adventure  
• Immersive story with emphasis on character development
• Fast-paced, dynamic action combat   
• True next generation 4K graphics and performance 
• Breathtaking character customization that raises the bar for the gaming industry

Crimson Desert is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on March 19, 2026.