Categories Gaming

Crimson Desert’s Release Date Finally Set, System Requirements Reduced

Crimson Desert Has a Release Date, at Long Last; Recommended Requirements Have Been Reduced

At Sony’s recent State of Play showcase, Pearl Abyss confirmed the official release date for their highly anticipated title Crimson Desert. The action-adventure open-world game launches globally March 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders are currently live, featuring a Standard Edition at $69.99 and a Digital Deluxe Edition at $79.99. The upgraded version offers bonus cosmetic items:

  • Kairos Plate Helmet
  • Kairos Gauntlets
  • Kairos Greaves
  • Kairos Mantle
  • Kairos Chestplate
  • Balgran Defender Shield
  • Exclaire Horse Helm
  • Exclaire Armored Trappings
  • Exclaire Mount Saddle
  • Exclaire Stirrup Set

A $89.99 Physical Deluxe Edition includes additional collectibles:

  • Special SteelBook Case
  • Pywel Region Cloth Map
  • Signed Developer Letter
  • Greymane Brooch Replica
  • Triple Character Art Cards
  • Embroidered Crest Patches

Premium fans can opt for the $279.99 Collector’s Edition, featuring an exclusive 17-inch diorama and the Ultimate Digital Pack with Tormented Soul Bow, Derictus Spear, Sielos Blade, Shroud Lantern, and Hyperion Tack Set. All pre-order bonuses include the Khaled Shield, while PlayStation buyers receive the Grotevant Armor Set—potentially fulfilling earlier rumors of Sony collaborations.

Crimson Desert Collector's Edition contents featuring detailed diorama, embroidered map, and developer artifacts.

Alongside pre-orders, updated PC specifications reveal adjusted recommendations. While minimum requirements stay unchanged, suggested hardware now lists Ryzen 5 5600/i5-11600K CPUs and RTX 2080/RX 6700 XT GPUs, reflecting optimization improvements. macOS requirements debut on Steam:

MINIMUM:
Apple Silicon required
OS: MacOS 15
Chip: M1
RAM: 16 GB
GPU: Integrated M1
Space: 135 GB

RECOMMENDED:
Apple Silicon required
OS: MacOS 26
Chip: M4 Pro
RAM: 16 GB
GPU: M3 Pro
Space: 150 GB

The title employs Pearl Abyss’ BlackSpace Engine, showcased previously during GDC 2025 technical demonstrations.

Originally revealed in 2019 with MMO elements, Crimson Desert evolved into a story-driven single-player experience during its extended development cycle. After multiple delays from its initial 2021 target, the project from the Black Desert creators nears fruition. Players will soon experience whether the studio’s ambitious pivot succeeds when the game arrives next year. Further updates will follow as release approaches.