open-world RPG

Pearl Abyss released Crimson Desert, an open-world action RPG, on March 19 for Windows, Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X, and MacOS at 6 pm EST. The game follows mercenary Kliff as he rebuilds his Greymanes clan in Pywel after an ambush by the Black Bears. Early coverage highlights its combat and visuals alongside critiques of repetitive quests.