Patch 1.02.00

Overview

Version 1.02.00 is the second major content update for Crimson Desert, released on April 4, 2026 (revised April 4, 2026, 05:00 UTC). Developed by Pearl Abyss, this patch delivers a broad set of quality-of-life improvements, new content, bug fixes, and platform-specific graphics upgrades. The internal build number is 1.000.186.

Headline features include a private storage capacity expansion (up to 1,000 slots), a headgear visibility toggle with four display options, two new movement control schemes, new pet armor for cats, and improvements to fast travel. On the technical side, the patch upgrades FSR upscaling quality on all platforms, introduces FSR SDK 2.2 with improved frame generation on PC, enhances PSSR on PlayStation 5 Pro, and adds a 4K upscaling option for Performance Mode on Xbox Series X.

This update follows Patch 1.01.03, which was released on March 31, 2026. Patch 1.02.00 represents the largest single update since the Day One patch, touching storage, traversal, combat responsiveness, UI layout, quest progression, and rendering across every supported platform.

Platform Availability

Patch 1.02.00 was distributed to most platforms simultaneously. The Mac App Store version was still in progress at the time of the initial announcement.

Storage Changes

The capacity of Private Storage has been significantly expanded. Previously capped at 240 slots, storage now scales based on the player's Greymane Camp expansion level. Each camp expansion unlocks additional storage slots, up to a maximum of 1,000.

The first four expansions each add 100 slots. The fifth and final expansion adds 360 slots, bringing the total to 1,000. Players who have already fully expanded their Greymane Camp will see the increased capacity immediately after installing the patch.

Pet System

New Pet Armor

Two new pet armor items have been added for cats: the Vizionat (helmet) and Vizionet Chief (body armor). Both items are available for purchase from the pet shop vendor in Porterin Village. These are the first dedicated cat armor pieces in the game.

Cat Taming

Fat cats can now be tamed at Nas River Village on the western side of the settlement. This adds a new taming location for players looking to acquire cat companions.

Traversal Changes

Fast Travel Improvements

The Abyss Nexus can now be used while the player is moving slightly. Previously, fast travel required the character to be completely stationary. Players can now initiate fast travel while walking or sprinting. Certain situations remain restricted: fast travel cannot be activated while mounted or while using Flight.

Pearl Abyss has announced that fast travel while on mounts is planned for a future update.

New Abyss Nexus

A new Abyss Nexus has been added in Pailune, expanding the fast travel network to this area.

Glide Exploit Fix

The gliding exploit, commonly referred to as the "jet engine" technique by the community, has been patched. Previously, players could enter Focus Mode while gliding and perform a barrel roll to maintain Focus state indefinitely. This allowed sustained flight without consuming stamina, effectively giving players unlimited airtime. With this fix, entering Focus Mode during a glide no longer preserves speed or prevents stamina consumption.

Flight Activation

The Flight skill now activates when holding the jump key while mid-air, making the transition from jumping to flying feel more responsive.

Movement Controls

A new "Movement Controls" setting has been added under Main Menu > Others > Settings > Input > Movement Controls. This option offers two control schemes that change how sprinting works for both character movement and mount control.

The Basic scheme is the new default. It replaces the original control method where players needed to repeatedly tap the sprint key. Players who prefer the original behavior can switch to Classic at any time through the settings menu. Both schemes apply to character sprinting on foot and to mount speed control.

An additional fix in this patch addresses an issue where the sprint key was preventing horse speed stats from being properly considered. This ensures that mounts accelerate correctly under both control schemes.

UI Changes

Save and Load Menu

The Save and Load functions are now on separate tabs in the menu. Previously, they shared a single screen. Each save slot now displays a slot number label for easier identification. Pearl Abyss noted that players should exercise caution, as the separated layout makes it easier to accidentally overwrite an existing save.

Headgear Visibility

A new "Headgear Visibility" option has been added under Settings > Language & Gameplay. This controls whether helmets and other headgear are shown or hidden during gameplay and cutscenes.

Other UI Improvements

• Item use notifications now select the relevant item directly upon activation

• Sellable items are prioritized in shop item displays

• Key guide elements have been repositioned for improved visibility

• Minimap scale no longer resets when reaching maximum mount speed

• Mouse cursor visibility improved in storage menus

• Horse inventory item movement now functions correctly

• Weapon stow key guide is now displayed while mounted in combat mode

• Various menu responsiveness and visual display fixes

• Crash prevention in specific UI and menu scenarios

Combat Improvements

Jump Responsiveness

Improved responsiveness when transitioning from attack inputs into jumps. Previously, there was a noticeable delay between the end of an attack animation and the game registering a jump input. This fix tightens the input window, making combat-to-traversal transitions feel smoother.

Parry Fix

Fixed an issue where parry activation was not functioning correctly during Focus with two-handed swords. Players can now reliably trigger parries while in Focus Mode when using a two-handed weapon.

Boss Behavior

Boss teleportation distances have been normalized. Some bosses were teleporting farther than intended during combat, creating frustrating gaps between the player and the target. This adjustment brings teleportation ranges back to their designed values.

Other Combat Fixes

• Combat mission comrades now return immediately upon mission completion

• Improved visibility of explosive barrels when using the "Light Reflection" skill or a lantern

• Double Boost horse ability activation corrected

• Camera behavior while aiming tools has been improved

• Tool-specific interaction availability restored

Story Bug Fixes

Several quest progression bugs that could block players from completing the main story have been resolved.

Abyss Content Fixes

• Abyss puzzle states no longer reset when viewing node details in the puzzle interface

• Characters no longer become invisible when obtaining Abyss Artifacts before the completion cutscene triggers

• Restored Abyss Skybridge Gates can now be teleported to after being repaired

• Healing Force Palm and Aerial Force Palm no longer reset when using the skill reset function

Graphics and Performance

Cross-Platform

• FSR upscaling quality has been improved across all platforms

• Various stability, optimization, and crash fixes on PC, consoles, and Mac

PC

PlayStation 5

Xbox

Other Fixes

• Fixed missing walls in Corridors of the Void

• Sound positioning now synchronizes properly with camera perspective

• Fixed weapon visibility issue with the Stab ability when using an unarmed secondary weapon

• License information is now viewable in the Credits section

• Audio volume is correctly restored in minigames when NPCs win

• Eliminated background audio distortion in certain locations

• Bank investment refresh timer no longer remains stuck in the "Refreshing" state

Localization

Various localization errors have been corrected and translation quality has been improved across all supported languages.

Announced Upcoming Features

Pearl Abyss announced two features planned for future updates alongside the 1.02.00 patch notes:

• Fast travel while mounted: Currently, the Abyss Nexus cannot be used while on a mount. Pearl Abyss confirmed this restriction will be removed in a future update.

• Additional quality-of-life improvements: The developer stated that further player feedback is being reviewed and will inform upcoming patches.

Related Articles

• Patch Notes (full patch history)

• Patch 1.01.03 (previous patch)

• Private Storage

• Headgear

• Greymane Camp

• Pet Armor

• Abyss Nexus

• Fast Travel

• Gliding

• Mounts

• Stamina