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Pearl Abyss Pushes Crimson Desert Release to Q1 2026

Pearl Abyss cited longer-than-expected partner coordination for voiceovers alongside console certification delays as the reason for the shift.

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An image about Crimson Desert is delayed to 2026, prompting worries that it could be overshadowed by GTA 6
Crimson Desert release date window, story, gameplay, and latest news

Overview

  • Pearl Abyss moved its first large-scale AAA console title from late 2025 into the first quarter of 2026, marking its latest schedule revision.
  • The developer attributed the quarter-long delay to extended partner coordination for offline distribution, voice-over production and console certification.
  • While internally confirming a Q1 2026 window, Pearl Abyss plans to withhold an exact launch date until after showcasing at Gamescom.
  • Playable builds of the open-world RPG will debut at Gamescom and PAX West in August, followed by a presence at the Tokyo Game Show in September.
  • Observers warn the adjusted release window could overlap with other high-profile launches like GTA 6, potentially denting Crimson Desert’s visibility.