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 announced that Crimson Desert has sold more than 2 million copies since its March 19th release.

We are incredibly humbled to share that Crimson Desert has sold through 2 million copies worldwide.

Thank you so much to our fans, community, and everyone who has joined us in Pywel.

We will listen closely to the wide range of feedback shared by the community and work to make improvements quickly, doing our utmost to make the journey ahead even more enjoyable for our players.

"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 available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).