Crimson Desert Finally Receives Release Date; Minimum System Requirements Have Been Lowered

Crimson Desert: Release Date and Pre-Order Details Revealed

At Sony’s recent September State of Play event, Pearl Abyss, the South Korean developer known for its ambitious projects, confirmed the anticipated release date for its upcoming title, Crimson Desert. This open-world action-adventure game is set to launch on March 19, 2026, accessible on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X platforms.

Pre-Order Information

Enthusiasts can now secure their copies through pre-orders, with several editions available:

Standard Edition: $69.99
Digital Deluxe Edition: $79.99 – includes exclusive in-game cosmetic items such as:

Kairos Plate Helm
Kairos Plate Gloves
Kairos Plate Boots
Kairos Cloak
Kairos Plate Armor
Balgran Shield
Exclaire Champron
Exclaire Barding
Exclaire Saddle
Exclaire Stirrups

Physical Deluxe Edition: $89.99 – includes all Digital Deluxe items plus:

Deluxe Edition Limited SteelBook
Map of Pywel
Letter from the Developer
Greymane Brooch Pin
3 Character Photo Cards
3 Patches

Collector’s Edition: $279.99 – includes a stunning 17″ Diorama and a digital Ultimate Pack featuring:

Tormented Soul Bow
Derictus Spear
Soul Longsword
Shroud Lantern
Hyperion Horse Tack Set

To sweeten the deal, all pre-orders come with the Khaled Shield, while PlayStation 5 pre-orders will receive the exclusive Grotevant Plate Set. This announcement may also bring closure to earlier speculations of a collaboration between Pearl Abyss and Sony.

Crimson Desert Collector's Edition items displayed

Updated System Requirements

Alongside pre-order availability, Pearl Abyss has revised the system requirements for the PC version of Crimson Desert. The minimum specifications remain unchanged; however, recommended specifications have seen a significant reduction:

Minimum Specs:

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Ryzen 5 5600 or i5-11600K
Graphics: RTX 2080 or RX 6700 XT
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Storage: 135 GB available space

Recommended Specs for macOS:

OS: MacOS 15
Processor: Apple M1
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: M1
Storage: 135 GB available space

Recommended Specs for macOS:

OS: MacOS 26
Processor: Apple M4 Pro
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: M3 Pro
Storage: 150 GB available space

The game is developed using the innovative BlackSpace Engine, which has garnered attention for its high-quality graphics and performance, as detailed in our GDC 2025 report.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ua_7lmxiVV8

Crimson Desert – Release Date Reveal Trailer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ua_7lmxiVV8)

A Long-Awaited Journey

Crimson Desert marks a pivotal moment for Pearl Abyss, renowned for its MMORPG Black Desert. Initially revealed prior to the pandemic at G-Star 2019, the game experienced various scheduling changes, having originally targeted a Winter 2021 release date before being postponed indefinitely. Originally designed to incorporate MMO features, it has since evolved into a robust single-player action adventure, necessitating significant development time.

As the release date approaches, players eagerly await the chance to assess whether the long wait and transformations were worth it. Be sure to keep an eye out for additional information and updates regarding Crimson Desert as the launch date draws nearer.

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