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Overview
Crimson Desert launched on March 19, 2026, across six distinct retail editions spanning physical and digital formats. Pre-order bonuses and edition-exclusive items are entirely cosmetic, providing no gameplay advantages. Pearl Abyss has confirmed that Crimson Desert will have zero microtransactions at launch, and any future DLC will be substantial paid expansions rather than small cosmetic purchases. Physical distribution is handled by Plaion (formerly Koch Media/Deep Silver).
All pre-order items and edition bonuses are visual variants of equipment types found in-game. They do not provide stat boosts, unique abilities, or any competitive edge over gear obtained through normal gameplay.
Editions and Pricing
Crimson Desert is available in six editions across PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam/Epic Games Store). Xbox Series X|S versions have not been announced at launch.
Edition | Platform | Price (USD) | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
Day-One Edition | PS5 | $69.99 | Physical |
SteelBook Edition | PS5 | $69.99 | Physical |
Physical Deluxe Edition | PS5 | $89.99 | Physical |
Collector's Edition | PS5 | $279.99 | Physical (Amazon Exclusive) |
Standard Digital Edition | PS5 / PC | $69.99 | Digital |
Digital Deluxe Edition | PS5 / PC | $79.99 | Digital |
Pre-Order Bonus
All pre-orders, regardless of edition, include the Khaled Shield, a cosmetic shield skin. The Khaled Shield is exclusive to pre-orders and is not available through any post-launch purchase.
PlayStation 5 Exclusive
The PS5 version of Crimson Desert includes the Grotevant Plate Set, a cosmetic armor set exclusive to the PlayStation 5 platform. This set is included with all PS5 editions (Day-One, SteelBook, Physical Deluxe, Collector's, Standard Digital, and Digital Deluxe).
Deluxe Pack
The Deluxe Pack is included with the Physical Deluxe Edition and Digital Deluxe Edition. It is also available as a separate purchase after launch for players who purchased the standard edition. The Deluxe Pack contains three cosmetic items:
Item | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
Balgran Shield | Shield Skin | Cosmetic shield with an ornate design |
Kairos Plate Set | Armor Skin | Full cosmetic armor set |
Exclaire Horse Tack Set | Mount Equipment Skin | Cosmetic horse armor and tack set for the player's mount |
Ultimate Pack
The Ultimate Pack is included exclusively with the Collector's Edition. It contains five cosmetic items, including the named weapons referenced in promotional materials:
Item | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
Tormented Soul Bow | Bow Skin | Cosmetic bow with a dark, tortured aesthetic |
Derictus Spear | Spear Skin | Cosmetic spear skin |
Sielos Longsword | Sword Skin | Cosmetic longsword skin |
Shroud Lantern | Lantern Skin | Cosmetic skin for the player's lantern |
Hyperion Horse Tack Set | Mount Equipment Skin | Cosmetic horse armor and tack set |
The Ultimate Pack is not available as a separate purchase and is exclusive to the Collector's Edition.
Collector's Edition Details
The Collector's Edition ($279.99) is an Amazon exclusive available only for PlayStation 5. In addition to the game disc, Deluxe Pack, and Ultimate Pack, it includes physical collectibles:
Physical Item | Description |
|---|---|
Hand-Painted Diorama | A 17-inch (43 cm) hand-painted diorama depicting a scene from the game |
SteelBook Case | Collectible metal game case |
Art Cards | Set of art cards featuring game artwork |
Collector's Box | Premium packaging housing all physical items |
The 17-inch diorama is the centerpiece of the Collector's Edition and represents one of the larger physical collectibles offered with a game launch in recent years.
Edition Comparison
The following table summarizes what is included in each edition:
Content | Day-One | SteelBook | Physical Deluxe | Collector's | Standard Digital | Digital Deluxe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Base Game | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Khaled Shield (Pre-Order) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Grotevant Plate Set (PS5) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (PS5) | Yes (PS5) |
Deluxe Pack | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Ultimate Pack | No | No | No | Yes | No | No |
SteelBook Case | No | Yes | No | Yes | N/A | N/A |
17-inch Diorama | No | No | No | Yes | N/A | N/A |
Art Cards | No | No | No | Yes | N/A | N/A |
Monetization Policy
Pearl Abyss has been explicit about Crimson Desert's monetization approach. The game is a premium, single-player experience with no microtransactions, no in-game store, and no live-service model at launch. This marks a deliberate departure from the studio's previous title, Black Desert Online, which featured extensive monetization through an in-game cash shop.
Pearl Abyss CEO Robin Jung stated in interviews that Crimson Desert is designed as a complete, standalone experience. Any future content additions would come as paid DLC expansions rather than through incremental microtransaction-based content.
Post-Launch Availability
After the pre-order window closes:
Khaled Shield: No longer available. Pre-order exclusive.
Grotevant Plate Set: Included with all PS5 copies, not just pre-orders.
Deluxe Pack: Available as a separate purchase for standard edition owners.
Ultimate Pack: Not available separately. Collector's Edition exclusive.
Physical collectibles: Limited to the Collector's Edition while supplies last.
Related Articles
Topic | Connection |
|---|---|
Pearl Abyss | Developer and publisher of Crimson Desert |
Blueprints and Crafting | In-game crafting system for obtaining non-cosmetic gear |
Kliff MacDuff | The protagonist who uses all edition-exclusive equipment skins |
Mounted Combat | Horse tack sets from the Deluxe and Ultimate Packs apply to mounts |