Table of Contents
Crimson Desert Release Date and Editions Revealed
March 2026 Arrival Across Platforms
Pearl Abyss and Plaion have confirmed the Crimson Desert release date as March 19, 2026, with the game set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The announcement was made during PlayStation’s State of Play showcase, which also unveiled the complete line-up of physical editions.
Set on the perilous continent of Pywel, the story follows Kliff after the Greymanes are ambushed by rival faction the Black Bears. Players rebuild the clan across sweeping biomes, engage in close-quarters combat and monster hunts, collect loot, and push the narrative with next-generation visuals. With the release date fixed, the studio is positioning the launch with a complete physical line-up.
Physical Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses
The game will launch with Standard, Deluxe, and Collector’s Editions, with pre-orders opening in the coming days at major retailers. All pre-orders include the Khaled Shield bonus, while PlayStation 5 players also receive the Grotevant Plate Set DLC.
- Collector’s Edition ($279.99):
17″ Kliff & Golden Star exclusive diorama; Limited SteelBook; deluxe woven fabric map of Pywel; letter from the developer; Greymane Brooch Pin; three character photo cards; three patches. Includes the Ultimate Pack (Tormented Soul Bow, Derictus Spear, Sielos Longsword, Shroud Lantern, Hyperion Horse Tack Set) and the Deluxe Pack (Balgran Shield, Exclaire Horse Tack Set, Kairos Plate Set). Pre-order bonus: Khaled Shield. PS5 in-pack bonus: Grotevant Plate Set. - Deluxe Edition ($89.99):
Limited SteelBook, map of Pywel, developer letter, Greymane Brooch Pin, three photo cards, three patches, plus the Deluxe Pack (Balgran Shield, Exclaire Horse Tack Set, Kairos Plate Set). Pre-order bonus: Khaled Shield. PS5 in-pack bonus: Grotevant Plate Set. - Standard Edition ($69.99):
Base game. Pre-order bonus: Khaled Shield. PS5 in-pack bonus: Grotevant Plate Set.
Physical contents are designed as display-ready collectibles, while the included DLC sets provide early gear variety for shields, melee options, lantern utility, and horse tack.
What to Expect in Pywel
Beyond its headline collectibles, Crimson Desert emphasises cinematic questing and large-scale clashes against human factions and formidable monsters. Exploration stretches across varied regions tied to the Greymanes’ recovery arc, with combat and progression tuned around loot discovery and equipment sets unlocked through story, drops, and the included DLC bonuses.
With the Crimson Desert release date now confirmed, anticipation is high for one of 2026’s biggest RPG launches. Pearl Abyss and Plaion promise a sweeping narrative, large-scale battles, and richly detailed environments when the game arrives on March 19, 2026.
