In a nutshell

• Pearl Abyss confirms Crimson Desert has gone gold, locking in its March 19 release date.
• The open-world action-adventure has wowed fans at major gaming events worldwide.
• Pre-orders are live on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Mac, and Epic Games Store.

Pearl Abyss has officially announced that its highly anticipated open-world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, has gone gold. This milestone means development is complete and the game is ready for its global launch on March 19, 2026.

In a heartfelt message shared via the game’s official social channels, Pearl Abyss thanked fans for their support: “We sincerely thank our fans around the world for being with us on this meaningful journey. Thanks to your support, we have reached this important milestone. We look forward to welcoming you to the continent of Pywel on March 19.”

What to Expect in Crimson Desert

Set in the vast continent of Pywel, players will follow protagonist Kliff and his Greymane companions as they navigate alliances, rival factions, and looming threats. The game promises a mix of intense action, exploration, and storytelling, with Pearl Abyss leveraging its proprietary engine to deliver cutting-edge graphics and interactivity.

Crimson Desert Pre-order Details

Fans eager to dive into Pywel can now pre-order Crimson Desert across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Apple Mac, and the Epic Games Store.

Here are the details of the collector’s edition of Crimson Desert:

Collector’s Edition ($279.99)

• Full Game
• Exclusive 17” Diorama featuring Kliff in battle against the Golden Star
• Collector’s Edition Exclusive SteelBook
• Fabric Map of Pywel
• Letter from the Developer
• Greymane Brooch Pin
• 3 Character Photo Cards
• 3 Patches
• In-Game Bonus Content
  • 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 Bonus: Khaled Shield
• PS5 Exclusive Bonus: Grotevant Plate Set

Deluxe Edition ($79.99 Digital/$89.99 Physical)

• Full Game
• Collector’s Edition Exclusive SteelBook
• Fabric Map of Pywel
• Letter from the Developer
• Greymane Brooch Pin
• 3 Character Photo Cards
• 3 Patches
• In-Game Bonus Content
  • Deluxe Pack
    • Balgran Shield
    • Exclaire Horse Tack Set
    • Kairos Plate Set
• Pre-order Bonus: Khaled Shield
• PS5 Exclusive Bonus: Grotevant Plate Set

Standard Edition ($69.99)

• Full Game
• Pre-order Bonus: Khaled Shield
• PS5 Exclusive Bonus: Grotevant Plate Set

Crimson Desert is launching on March 20, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.