Overview
Crimson Desert launched on March 19, 2026, as a premium single-player experience developed by Pearl Abyss. At launch, there is no standalone DLC or expansion pack available for purchase. The game's additional content comes in the form of edition-exclusive bonus items bundled with the Deluxe and Collector's Editions. Pearl Abyss has indicated that downloadable content could be added in the future depending on how well the game sells, but no specific DLC has been announced or scheduled.
Game Editions
Crimson Desert is available in three editions across all platforms: Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's. Each tier includes the full base game along with escalating sets of in-game bonus items and physical collectibles.
Standard Edition
The Standard Edition is priced at $69.99 (USD) and includes the full game. Pre-orders received the Khaled Shield as a bonus item. PlayStation 5 owners also received the Grotevant Plate Set as a platform-exclusive bonus.
Deluxe Edition
The Deluxe Edition is priced at $79.99 (digital) or $89.99 (physical) and includes everything in the Standard Edition plus additional in-game gear and physical collectibles.
Item | Type |
|---|---|
Kairos Plate Set | In-game armor |
Balgran Shield | In-game shield |
Exclaire Horse Tack Set | In-game horse equipment |
Limited SteelBook Case | Physical collectible |
Developer Letter | Physical collectible |
Character Photo Cards | Physical collectible |
Greymane Brooch Pin | Physical collectible |
Embroidered Patches | Physical collectible |
World Map | Physical collectible |
Collector's Edition
The Collector's Edition is priced at $279.99 and includes everything in the Deluxe Edition plus the Ultimate Pack, a set of exclusive in-game weapons and gear not available in any other edition. It also comes with premium physical collectibles.
Item | Type |
|---|---|
Tormented Soul Bow | In-game weapon (Ultimate Pack) |
Derictus Spear | In-game weapon (Ultimate Pack) |
Sielos Longsword | In-game weapon (Ultimate Pack) |
Shroud Lantern | In-game item (Ultimate Pack) |
Hyperion Horse Tack Set | In-game horse equipment (Ultimate Pack) |
17-inch Kliff vs. Golden Star Diorama | Physical collectible |
Fabric World Map | Physical collectible |
Edition Upgrades
Standard Edition owners can purchase the Deluxe Pack separately after March 19 to receive the Deluxe Edition in-game bonus items. However, the Ultimate Pack (Collector's Edition exclusives) is not available for separate purchase. There is no direct edition upgrade path from Standard to Deluxe or Collector's through the storefronts.
Bonus Item Redemption
Pre-order bonuses, edition bonus items, and Twitch Drops rewards are all redeemed through the in-game Add-ons menu. Navigate to Menu, then Other, then Options, then Add-ons. Select the item from the Receivable Items list and click Receive.
Post-Launch Content Outlook
As of launch, Pearl Abyss has not announced any specific DLC, expansion packs, or a content roadmap for Crimson Desert. During their Q4 2025 earnings call, the studio stated that downloadable content could be added depending on market demand and commercial performance. The game was designed as a self-contained single-player experience rather than a live-service title.
Pearl Abyss has also not ruled out adding multiplayer features in the future. The studio confirmed that "plans for network functions have never been rejected" and has hinted at a potential online mode inspired by the GTA Online model. However, this remains speculative with no confirmed timeline. At earliest, any multiplayer component would arrive late 2026 or into 2027.
The studio's proprietary BlackSpace Engine has recently been stabilized, which Pearl Abyss says should accelerate future development on both Crimson Desert content and their other projects.
Digital vs. Physical Editions
The in-game content is identical between digital and physical versions of each edition tier. The differences are limited to physical merchandise (SteelBook cases, photo cards, dioramas, etc.) included in boxed copies. Digital editions include all the same in-game items as their physical counterparts.