Crimson Desert will be released on March 19, 2026. Crimson Desert is the next game from Pearl Abyss, the same developer behind the MMORPG Black Desert, and promises another adventure in a beautiful yet brutal setting.
Pearl Abyss announced Crimson Desert at The Game Awards 2020, giving players an impressive preview of the gameplay. Set on the vast continent of Pywel, the story follows Kliff and his journey to reunite his companions from Greymane to protect Pywel from an imminent threat. Kliff and his comrades’ path will be filled with missions, quests, and puzzles. There is great anticipation for Crimson Desert, which has been undergoing a long period of development, including a delay revealed in August 2025. Now, the developers have shared good news about Crimson Desert.
Crimson Desert Release Date
- March 19, 2026
Crimson Desert has confirmed a March 19, 2026, release date for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement was made during the PlayStation State of Play on September 24, which shared a new trailer that narrates the values of being a member of Greymane, the group led by Kliff. Showcasing Crimson Desert‘s impressive combat, the trailer features battles with humans and superhuman creatures, set in breathtaking locations such as deserts, castles, and beautiful mountains. One of the highlights of the trailer is the appearance of a dragon, which Kliff is riding, that then makes an epic dive toward the ground.
Crimson Desert is an adventure game that features a wide variety of landscapes, such as bustling cities, dense forests, deserts, grasslands, and freezing tundra. On his journey to reunite the members of Greymane and save the world from impending chaos, Kliff will learn more about the culture and powers of this massive world. He will also encounter ruthless enemies, resolve conflicts, and meet people who will become valuable allies. While Crimson Desert‘s open world and dynamic combat are the biggest stars, players will be able to do even more, with activities such as cooking, mining, gathering, fishing, and crafting.
With the reveal of the release date, anticipation for Crimson Desert is even greater, as players now know when they will be able to experience Kliff’s story and Pearl Abyss’s new epic fantasy adventure. While the game has not been released yet, players can secure their copy in different editions for both PC and consoles. One of the highlights is the Collector’s Edition, which offers the most complete experience and includes goodies such as a diorama featuring Kliff fighting a massive golden dragon.