Press release -
Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert Launches Worldwide on March 19, 2026
Collector’s, Deluxe, and Standard Editions Announced with Pre-Order Bonuses
Amsterdam, The Netherlands – 25 September 2025 — Pearl Abyss today revealed that Crimson Desert, the studio’s highly anticipated open-world action-adventure title, will launch globally on March 19, 2026. The announcement was made during Sony Interactive Entertainment’s State of Play showcase, where the game’s release date and pre-order details were officially unveiled.
- Watch the Release Date Reveal Trailer here
- Download assets here (Includes Trailer, Key Art, Packshots, Screenshots)
Pre-orders are now live across PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Apple Mac. Players can purchase both digital editions and physical packages at participating retailers worldwide. Please find more information on each of the editions below:
Collector’s Edition — $279.99 / €279.99 / £249.99 (*Pricing is tentative and subject to change)
Available exclusively as a physical edition, the Collector’s Edition offers the most comprehensive experience for Crimson Desert fans. It includes:
- Full Game (Crimson Desert)
- Exclusive 17” Diorama featuring Kliff in battle against the Golden Star
- Collector’s Edition Limited 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
PlayStation®5 Exclusive Bonus: Grotevant Plate Set
Deluxe Edition — $89.99 / €89.99 / £79.99 (*Pricing is tentative and subject to change)
Available in both physical and digital formats, the Deluxe Edition includes:
Physical Contents:
Full Game (Crimson Desert)
- Deluxe Edition Limited SteelBook®
- 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
- PlayStation®5 Exclusive Bonus: Grotevant Plate Set
Standard Edition — $69.99 / €69.99 / £59.99 on Steam, £54.99 on PS and Xbox
Includes the full game and:
- Pre-order Bonus: Khaled Shield
- PlayStation®5 Exclusive Bonus: Grotevant Plate Set
For more information, please visit the official website and follow Crimson Desert on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
About Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure game developed by Pearl Abyss, aiming for a global release on console and PC platforms. A devastating ambush in the deep of night by their sworn enemies the Black Bears leaves members of the Greymanes dead or scattered across the continent.
The Greymane Kliff is determined to reunite with his surviving comrades and rebuild what was lost. On a journey where alliances are forged, dangers abound, and mysterious factions are uncovered, Kliff comes to realize that an unprecedented threat and a destiny greater than he imagined await him.
About Pearl Abyss
Established in 2010, Pearl Abyss is a leading developer in the game industry with its renowned MMORPG franchise Black Desert, which is available on PC, mobile, and console. All of Pearl Abyss’ games are built on the company’s proprietary engine and are renowned for cutting-edge graphics. Pearl Abyss is currently developing Crimson Desert, DokeV, and PLAN 8 using its next-generation game engine and is poised to grow its overseas market. More information about Pearl Abyss is available at: www.pearlabyss.com.
