Crimson Desert: Pearl Abyss Denies 2025 Release Date Rumors, Emphasizes Independent Launch Strategy
The highly anticipated action-adventure game Crimson Desert has been the subject of much speculation and rumors regarding its release date. Developed by Pearl Abyss, the game follows the main character Kliff and his Greymanes friends as they traverse the land of Pywel. Originally announced for a winter 2021 release, the game was later delayed without a new date being given, with the developer stating that it needed more time to make the game bigger and better.
Recently, rumors surfaced that Crimson Desert was set to release on November 2, 2025, based on a report from Korean outlet MTN. However, Pearl Abyss quickly denied these rumors, stating that no interview with MTN had taken place and that no official release date had been given to the outlet. The developer emphasized that any official announcement about the release would come directly from the company when it was ready.
Crimson Desert first drew major attention when its first gameplay trailer was shown at The Game Awards 2020, impressing viewers with its open-world exploration, smooth fighting, and amazing graphics. Since then, the game has returned with a new trailer at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023, showcasing its fast combat, improved graphics, and new features such as shops and interactive animal companions.
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that the game is planned for a worldwide launch on PC and consoles at the same time. Interestingly, Sony had reportedly tried to make Crimson Desert a platform exclusive, but Pearl Abyss decided to publish the game independently. The developer believes this choice gives better long-term advantages, as it already has a worldwide publishing system with regional offices ready to handle an international release.
In addition to the confirmed platforms, recent rumors suggest that Crimson Desert might also come to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. A product listing on GameStop hinted at the chance of a Switch 2 version, which, if true, would let Pearl Abyss reach even more players. However, there are reasonable concerns about whether the Switch 2's hardware can deliver the same graphic quality and performance seen on stronger systems like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, which might lead to compromises in the game’s ambitious presentation.
Overall, while the release date for Crimson Desert remains uncertain, fans of the game can rest assured that Pearl Abyss is working hard to ensure that it is released in a timely and polished manner. With its unique blend of action and adventure, Crimson Desert promises to be a must-play for fans of the genre.
