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Crimson Desert Claims a Map Bigger Than Red Dead 2 and Twice Skyrim

Skeptical reaction centers on whether the vast map will deliver meaningful, interactive content.

Overview

  • Pearl Abyss says the playable area is at least twice Skyrim’s and larger than Red Dead Redemption 2’s map, citing recent developer interviews.
  • Will Powers acknowledges that scale is not sufficient on its own and describes the world as designed to be highly interactive.
  • Social media and Reddit responses trend toward concern about potential emptiness, influenced in part by perceptions formed by Black Desert Online.
  • Crimson Desert is scheduled to launch on March 19, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, positioned as a single-player experience.
  • Promotional details highlight traversal and combat variety, including flying mounts such as dragons, other rideable beasts, and mecha.