Korean developer Pearl Abyss announced a release date for Crimson Desert, their ambitious action-adventure game.

Crimson Desert is now set to launch across Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 on March 19th, 2026.

Here’s a rundown on the new details, plus a trailer:

Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure game set in the stunning yet perilous continent of Pywel. After a devastating ambush by their sworn enemy the Black Bears leaves the Greymanes dead or scattered across the land, players follow Kliff who embarks on a journey to rebuild the Greymanes and reclaim what has been lost. As he traverses across the vast landscapes of Pywel, players will engage in intense battles, defeat formidable monsters, collect valuable loot, and follow the story of the Greymanes’ journey with next-generation visuals.

Crimson Desert game versions

Crimson Desert will launch with Collector’s, Deluxe and Standard editions. The Collector’s Edition will feature an impressive 17” exclusive diorama of Kliff and Golden Star, a premium Greymane Brooch Pin and deluxe woven fabric map of Pywel – designed to elevate any treasured collection. 

Pre-orders will be going live for all physical and digital editions in the coming days, available at most major retailers — all pre-orders come with the Khaled Shield as a pre-order bonus. Additionally, fans who pre-order any PlayStation®5 edition will also receive the Grotevant Plate Set DLC as a PS5 exclusive bonus included in pack. 

Standard Edition | $69.99

• Crimson Desert Full Game

It includes DLC bonuses below:

• [Pre-order Only] Pre-order Exclusive Bonus – Khaled Shield
• [PlayStation®5 Only] PS5 Exclusive Bonus – Grotevant Plate Set 

Deluxe Edition | $89.99

• Crimson Desert Full Game
• Deluxe Edition Limited SteelBook®
• Map of Pywel
• Letter from the Developer
• Greymane Brooch Pin
• 3 Character Photo Cards
• 3 Patches

It includes DLC bonuses below:

• Deluxe Pack – Balgran Shield, Exclaire Horse Tack Set, Kairos Plate Set  
• [Pre-order Only] Pre-order Exclusive Bonus – Khaled Shield
• [PlayStation®5 Only] PS5 Exclusive Bonus – Grotevant Plate Set 

Collector’s Edition | $279.99

• Crimson Desert Full Game
• Exclusive 17” Diorama
• Collector’s Edition Limited SteelBook®
• Fabric Map of Pywel 
• Letter from the Developer
• Greymane Brooch Pin
• 3 Character Photo Cards
• 3 Patches

It includes DLC bonuses below:

• 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 Only] Pre-order Exclusive Bonus – Khaled Shield
• [PlayStation®5 Only] PS5 Exclusive Bonus – Grotevant Plate Set