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Crimson Desert to Get a Version for Nintendo Switch 2 in First Half of 2027
Crimson Desert arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 in first half of 2027, featuring optimized performance and core gameplay despite platform limitations.
Crimson Desert
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Key facts
Crimson Desert, Pearl Abyss's open-world action RPG, came out on March 19, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Despite mixed reviews at launch, it passed 6 million copies sold in June 2026. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for the first half of 2027.
Game info
- Released
- March 19, 2026
- Platforms
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S; Nintendo Switch 2 planned for the first half of 2027
- Genre
- Adventure
- Developer
- Pearl Abyss
- Publisher
- Pearl Abyss
- Play modes
- Single player
- Age rating
- 18+
On Steam
- Steam price
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US$69.99
Read on 14 November 2026 at 23:17 UTC.
- Players on Steam
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24,752 at the last reading
Read on 14 November 2026 at 23:17 UTC.
- Steam reviews
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80% positive out of 122,479 reviews
80% positive over the last 30 days
Read on 14 November 2026 at 03:29 UTC.
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Where the game stands
First planned for late 2025, then delayed to 2026, Crimson Desert launched on March 19, 2026 with a peak of 239,000 players at once on Steam. Reviews were lukewarm, but sales followed: 2 million copies on the first day, 3 million in five days, more than 6 million by June 2026. Pearl Abyss keeps patching the game, added cross-save between PC, PS5 and Xbox in July 2026, has announced a DLC, and plans a Switch 2 version for the first half of 2027. The game stays single-player.
Based on our articles up to 12 August 2026.
Key dates
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At The Game Awards, Pearl Abyss announces a release in late 2025.
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At a State of Play, the date is set: March 19, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
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Launch: a peak of 239,000 players at once on Steam within hours.
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3 million copies sold in five days, after 2 million on the first day.
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Sales pass 6 million copies, a record for the Korean industry.
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An update adds cross-save between PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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A Nintendo Switch 2 version is announced for the first half of 2027.
Latest articles
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Crimson Desert Implements Cross-Save and Wins Award for Technology
Crimson Desert seamlessly connects PS5, Xbox, Steam, Epic via cross-save; Pearl Abyss’ BlackSpace Engine honored with 'Best Technical Innovation'
Questions about Crimson Desert
When did Crimson Desert come out?
On March 19, 2026, on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, after a first window of late 2025.
Is Crimson Desert coming to Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes. Pearl Abyss plans a Switch 2 version for the first half of 2027, announced in August 2026 during a financial presentation.
Does Crimson Desert have multiplayer?
No. Pearl Abyss said multiplayer is not planned: it would have required graphical compromises the studio did not accept.
How many copies has Crimson Desert sold?
More than 6 million by June 2026, according to Pearl Abyss: 2 million on the first day, 3 million in less than a week, 5 million in just over three weeks.
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Crimson Desert surpasses 6 million copies sold, record for Korean industry
Crimson Desert surpasses 6 million copies sold; rapid post-launch success, overcoming initial criticism with updates, and plans for future expansions.
Business
Crimson Desert Passes 6 Million Copies Sold, Next Chapter Approaches!
Over 6 million copies sold in just two months! Crimson Desert maintains an active player base, with new content, cross-save, and DLC updates planned. Stay tuned for Kliff's journey enhancements!
News
Pearl Abyss Announces DLC and Update Roadmap for Crimson Desert
Pearl Abyss reveals Crimson Desert updates: Combat enhancements, DLC coming, cross-save support, richer narrative - explore the full roadmap.
Community
Crimson Desert Gets Official DLC Confirmation, Plenty of New Features Revealed
Crimson Desert gets DLC confirmed with new storylines, features; updates June-Sept focus on gameplay enhancements, balancing, inspired by community feedback.
News
Crimson Desert Gets Update Featuring Five New Bosses for Rematches
Crimson Desert (1.07 update) adds five new bosses, expands combat via Damiane's options & resolves crash issues on AMD systems for enhanced play.
Business
Pearl Abyss (Crimson Desert) No Longer Wants CCP Games (EVE Online) and Sells Back Icelandic Studio
Pearl Abyss sells CCP Games back to founders for $136M due to recurring losses; operations expected to remain unaffected.
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Crimson Desert Gets Update with Adjustable Difficulties and Visual Enhancements
Customize challenges, enjoy enhanced graphics, adopt cats, and personalize homes with Patch 1.04 of Crimson Desert, balancing action, exploration, simulation for all skill levels.
Business
After Crimson Desert: New Details on Pearl Abyss's Upcoming Open World Game, DokeV
Exploring a vibrant urban world with Pokémon-like Dokkaebi reflecting human dreams; DokeV, Pearl Abyss's open-world game, integrates AI themes, dynamic weather, and adaptive gameplay. Scheduled for release by 2030.
News
Your Crimson Desert Experience Will Change: See the New Features of the Upcoming Major Update
Crimson Desert's major update brings new control presets, difficulty settings, inventory tabs & enhanced graphics - Pearl Abyss thanks players for their support during 'growing pains'.