Overview
Crimson Desert is scheduled for release on March 19, 2026, across multiple platforms. Pearl Abyss has made the game available in four distinct editions, ranging from the Standard Edition at $69.99 to the Collector's Edition at $279.99. Each edition includes the base game along with escalating tiers of bonus content. The game follows a premium buy-to-play model with no microtransactions at launch.
Platform availability
Crimson Desert launches simultaneously on all supported platforms:
Platform | Notes |
|---|---|
PlayStation 5 | Includes exclusive Grotevant Plate Set pre-order bonus |
Xbox Series X|S | Standard release |
PC (Steam) | Standard release |
macOS (M1 or later) | Day-one release; requires Apple Silicon M1 chip minimum |
The macOS day-one release is notable, as it is uncommon for major AAA-scale titles to launch on Apple's desktop platform simultaneously with console and Windows versions. The requirement for Apple Silicon (M1 or later) means the game will not run on older Intel-based Macs.
Editions comparison
Edition | Format | Price | Included content |
|---|---|---|---|
Standard | Physical and Digital | $69.99 | Base game; Khaled Shield (pre-order bonus) |
Digital Deluxe | Digital only | $79.99 | Base game; Deluxe Pack DLC (Balgran Shield, Kairos Plate Set, Exclaire Horse Tack Set) |
Physical Deluxe | Physical only | $89.99 | Digital Deluxe contents; SteelBook; Fabric Map of Pywel; Letter from Developer; Photo Cards; Greymane Brooch Pin; Patches |
Collector's Edition | Physical (Amazon exclusive) | $279.99 | Physical Deluxe contents; 17-inch diorama of Kliff vs Golden Star; Ultimate Pack DLC (Tormented Soul Bow, Derictus Spear, Sielos Longsword, Shroud Lantern, Hyperion Horse Tack Set) |
Pre-order bonus
All pre-orders, regardless of edition, include the Khaled Shield. This is a cosmetic shield skin available to players who purchase the game before the March 19, 2026 release date. The Khaled Shield is included in every edition from Standard through Collector's.
Deluxe Pack DLC
The Digital Deluxe, Physical Deluxe, and Collector's Editions all include the Deluxe Pack DLC, which contains three cosmetic items:
Item | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
Balgran Shield | Shield skin | Exclusive cosmetic shield design |
Kairos Plate Set | Armor cosmetic | Full armor set with unique visual design |
Exclaire Horse Tack Set | Mount cosmetic | Decorative horse tack for mount customization |
These items are cosmetic in nature and do not provide gameplay advantages over the base game equipment. They are tied to the customization system and allow players to alter the visual appearance of their gear and mounts.
Physical Deluxe extras
The Physical Deluxe Edition includes all Digital Deluxe content plus a set of physical collectibles:
SteelBook: A metal case for the game disc with custom artwork
Fabric Map of Pywel: A physical cloth map depicting the continent of Pywel
Letter from Developer: A written message from the development team at Pearl Abyss
Photo Cards: Collectible cards featuring game artwork and character portraits
Greymane Brooch Pin: A metal pin bearing the Greymanes insignia
Patches: Embroidered patches with game-related designs
Collector's Edition
The Collector's Edition is the most expensive offering at $279.99 and is exclusive to Amazon. It includes everything from the Physical Deluxe Edition plus two major additions:
17-inch diorama of Kliff vs Golden Star: A detailed figurine depicting Kliff in combat against the Golden Star, one of the game's boss encounters. The diorama measures 17 inches and serves as a display piece.
Ultimate Pack DLC: An additional set of in-game cosmetic items beyond the Deluxe Pack:
Item | Type |
|---|---|
Tormented Soul Bow | Weapon skin |
Derictus Spear | Weapon skin |
Sielos Longsword | Weapon skin |
Shroud Lantern | Accessory cosmetic |
Hyperion Horse Tack Set | Mount cosmetic |
PlayStation 5 exclusive bonus
Players who pre-order the PS5 version of Crimson Desert receive the Grotevant Plate Set as a platform-exclusive pre-order bonus. This cosmetic armor set is not available on Xbox, PC, or macOS. It does not provide gameplay advantages and is purely a visual customization option.
Release date context
The March 19, 2026 release date positions Crimson Desert in the spring release window. The game has undergone a lengthy development cycle, with Pearl Abyss first announcing the project in 2019. Multiple delays pushed the release from its originally anticipated window, but the final date represents a commitment to a finished product. The simultaneous launch across all platforms, including macOS, indicates confidence in the build's stability across diverse hardware configurations.