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Crimson Desert

Pearl Abyss's single-player open-world action-adventure. Play as Kliff of the Greymanes across the continent of Pywel — grappling combat, huge bosses, mounts and five regions to explore.

Released Mar 19, 20261.2M followingPearl Abyss
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Boss tactics, grappling combat, gear and Pywel exploration — your Crimson Desert copilot.

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Sword & Shield Brawler

Melee · Grapple

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Primary:
Sword and shield

Planning template. Block and parry to open enemies up, then mix in grabs and throws — grappling is one of Crimson Desert's core tools against groups and bosses. Upgrade gear as you go rather than chasing one weapon.

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Heavy Hitter

Two-handed · Boss focus

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Primary:
Heavy two-handed weapon

Planning template. Trade speed for big damage windows on large bosses. Learn attack patterns, punish recovery frames and keep healing ready. Check current patch notes for weapon balance.

PvE SoloEndgame

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  • Finish the opening chapters in Hernand

    Main story · Hernand

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  • Reach Demeniss

    Main story · Demeniss

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  • Return to Pailune

    Main story · Pailune

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  • Explore Delesyia

    Optional · Delesyia

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  • Cross into the Crimson Desert

    Optional · Crimson Desert

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  • Defeat the White Horn

    Optional · Pywel

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  • Defeat the Reed Devil

    Optional · Pywel

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  • Defeat the Queen Stoneback Crab

    Optional · Pywel

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  • Finish the main story

    Endgame · Pywel

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