Overview
Crimson Desert launched with a two-week Twitch Drops campaign that rewarded viewers with free in-game cosmetic items for watching eligible streams on Twitch. The launch campaign offered the Blue Scout Set for Kliff and matching Blue Scout horse equipment. The launch campaign rewarded the Blue Scout set described below. This historical reward list should not be used as the item list for later campaigns.
A second campaign, tied to the Charting the Unknown expansion, ran from October 29, 2026 to November 11, 2026 and has ended, with pirate-themed rewards in Week 1 and ship parts in Week 2. Its reward tables and rules are in the Charting the Unknown Campaign section below.
Twitch Drops are promotional in-game rewards you earn by watching participating streamers play a specific game. Each Twitch Drop has a watch time requirement set by the game developer. Once you hit a required watch time milestone, the items are unlocked for you to claim.
Campaign Schedule
The completed March launch campaign was divided into two weekly periods:
Campaign | Start Date | End Date | Total Watch Time Needed |
|---|---|---|---|
Week 1 | March 19, 2026 | March 25, 2026 | 5 hours |
Week 2 | March 26, 2026 | April 1, 2026 | 3 hours |
Both weeks begin and end at 23:59 UTC on their respective dates. Players who want to collect every reward need to watch a total of approximately 8 hours across both weeks (5 hours during Week 1 and 3 hours during Week 2). Watch time resets between weeks and does not carry over from Week 1 to Week 2.
Week 1 Rewards: Blue Scout Character Set
Week 1 drops include armor, accessories, and consumable items for Kliff. Rewards unlock at cumulative watch time milestones:
Watch Time | Rewards |
|---|---|
1 hour | |
2 hours | |
3 hours | |
5 hours |
Week 2 Rewards: Blue Scout Horse Equipment
Week 2 drops focus on matching horse tack for your mount:
Watch Time | Rewards |
|---|---|
1 hour | |
2 hours | |
3 hours |
Charting the Unknown Campaign
Reward week | Start (UTC) | End (UTC) | Ownership required to use rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
Week 1 | October 29, 2026 at 22:00 | November 4, 2026 at 23:59 | Base game |
Week 2 | November 5, 2026 at 00:00 | November 11, 2026 at 23:59 | Charting the Unknown expansion |
The campaign ran from the expansion's launch on October 29, 2026 at 22:00 UTC through November 11, 2026 at 23:59 UTC. Its viewing period has ended. During that period, any stream in the Crimson Desert category on Twitch with Drops enabled counted toward watch time; watching several channels simultaneously did not earn rewards faster.
In Korea, the launch Drops campaign ran on Chzzk instead of Twitch, with the same two weekly windows. Week 2 rewards there also require Charting the Unknown.
Week 1 Rewards (October 29 to November 4)
Watch Time | Rewards |
|---|---|
60 minutes | Pirate Lantern, Braised Meat x10 |
120 minutes | Pirate Eyepatch, Pirate's Sword |
180 minutes | Pet Parrot, Parrot Pirate Hat |
Week 2 Rewards (November 5 to November 11)
Watch Time | Rewards |
|---|---|
60 minutes | Medium Fair Wind Figurehead |
120 minutes | Medium Fair Wind Stern |
180 minutes | Medium Fair Wind Sail |
The November 4 event revision also made Week 1 rewards available during Week 2 for viewers affected by Week 1 claiming problems. Matching watch-time milestones granted rewards from both weeks; previously claimed Week 1 rewards could not be claimed again. This catch-up viewing window ended with Week 2.
The Week 2 rewards are a matching figurehead, stern and sail for the Ships added by the expansion.
Ownership Rules
You could take part in the Drops without owning a Crimson Desert edition or the expansion. Week 1 rewards (Pirate Lantern, Braised Meat, Pirate Eyepatch, Pirate's Sword, Pet Parrot and Parrot Pirate Hat) can only be claimed in game if you own a Crimson Desert edition. Week 2 rewards (the Medium Fair Wind Figurehead, Stern and Sail) can only be obtained and used in game if you also own Charting the Unknown. The start and end times above are UTC; both reward weeks have ended.
Claim Issue and Workaround
The official Known Issues list, last updated on November 10, 2026 at 06:00 UTC, says Twitch Drops rewards can't currently be claimed from the Drops & Rewards menu. Until this is fixed, click Claim in the stream chat to claim the reward, then link your Twitch account on the Drops event page. The same list notes that on Xbox, certain items such as Drops and pre-order rewards may not display in the Add-ons menu and cannot be claimed.
On November 9, 2026, the developers confirmed that Xbox delivery of expansion pre-order bonuses and Drops rewards remained under investigation. The end of the viewing campaign does not establish that this delivery issue has been fixed.
Platform Delivery for This Campaign
After claiming a reward, log in on the Drops event page with the Twitch account that earned it and choose your platform. Steam players receive the reward directly in game. PlayStation 5, Xbox and Epic Games Store players receive a coupon code to register on their platform (a 12-digit code on PlayStation, a 25-character code on Xbox), and the items then appear under Menu > Others > Options > Add-Ons. The platform can't be changed once the coupon code has been issued, and owning several game accounts does not allow duplicate rewards.
How to Earn Drops
Both campaigns have ended. These steps apply during active viewing windows:
Open Twitch and browse to the Crimson Desert category.
Select any stream that displays the Drops Enabled tag. Only streams with this tag count toward progress. You will also see a call-out message at the top of the chat box confirming that drops are active on that specific channel.
Watch the stream while logged into your Twitch account. Watch time accumulates automatically as you view.
Your progress carries over between different channels and sessions, so you do not need to watch a single stream in one sitting.
You do not need to follow or subscribe to the streamer. The system records your progress in the background across multiple channels and viewing sessions.
How to Claim Rewards
When you reach a watch time milestone, a notification appears on Twitch. Crimson Desert uses a dedicated Crimson Desert Drops Page hosted on the official events page for claiming rewards. A Pearl Abyss account link to Twitch is not required. You log in directly with your Twitch account on the Drops page.
To claim your rewards, follow these steps:
Watch Crimson Desert streams with Drops Enabled while logged into your Twitch account until you reach the watch time milestone for the reward you want.
Until the current menu issue is fixed, use stream chat and click Claim for each unlocked reward. The Drops & Rewards menu is currently affected.
Visit the Crimson Desert Drops Page on the official events page and log in using your Twitch account. Authorize the connection when prompted.
Select your platform and claim your rewards. The delivery method depends on your platform (see table below).
In-game, navigate to Menu > Others > Options > Add-Ons to find and accept your items.
Claiming by Platform
The reward delivery process differs depending on your gaming platform:
Platform | Delivery Method | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Steam | Rewards are sent automatically to your in-game inventory when you select Steam on the Drops Page. | No coupon code needed |
PlayStation (PSN) | A coupon code is generated for you to redeem on the PlayStation Store. | Enter the code through the PS Store redeem option |
Xbox | A coupon code is generated for you to redeem on the Microsoft Store. | Enter the code through the Xbox redeem option |
Epic Games | A coupon code is generated for you to redeem on the Epic Games Store. | Enter the code through the Epic Store redeem option |
Important: You cannot switch platforms once you receive the coupon code. Make sure to select the platform you actually play on before confirming. If you do not see the rewards after registering the code, try restarting the game. If the issue persists, contact customer support for your respective platform.
Important Rules and Tips
You do not need to purchase Crimson Desert to earn drops. Watch time accumulates even if you do not own the game yet, but you will need to own it to redeem and use the items.
A Pearl Abyss account link is not required. Crimson Desert has a dedicated Drops Page where you log in with your Twitch account directly, so you do not need a Pearl Abyss ID link.
Only one stream counts at a time. Opening multiple Crimson Desert streams in different tabs will not speed up your progress. Only one active stream contributes to your watch time.
Following or subscribing is not required. You just need to watch any eligible stream in the Crimson Desert category.
Muting the stream directly may flag you as inactive. If you need to mute audio, mute the browser tab instead of the Twitch player itself to avoid interrupting your progress.
Watch time milestones are cumulative within each week. For example, hitting the 2-hour milestone in Week 1 means you have watched a total of 2 hours, not an additional 2 hours after the 1-hour reward.
You cannot receive duplicate Twitch Drops. Even if you have multiple game accounts, each Twitch account can only claim each drop once.
You cannot switch platforms after claiming. Once you select a platform and receive a coupon code (or automatic delivery on Steam), you cannot change your platform choice for that reward.
Campaign Status
The March 19 to April 1, 2026 launch campaign has ended. Its Blue Scout character and horse reward tables above are retained as a historical record. They do not establish the rewards, watch times or delivery rules for the expansion campaign, which has its own tables above.
The Charting the Unknown campaign ran from October 29 to November 11, 2026 and has ended. Week 1 ended on November 4 at 23:59 UTC; Week 2 started on November 5 at 00:00 UTC and ended November 11 at 23:59 UTC. The two reward weeks have different ownership requirements, as shown in the campaign section above.
Full Rewards Summary
The complete Blue Scout set from both weeks includes the following items:
Item | Category | Week | Watch Time |
|---|---|---|---|
Braised Meat x10 | Consumable | Week 1 | 1 hour |
Week 1 | 1 hour | ||
Week 1 | 2 hours | ||
Week 1 | 2 hours | ||
Week 1 | 2 hours | ||
Week 1 | 3 hours | ||
Week 1 | 5 hours | ||
Body armor | Week 1 | 5 hours | |
Head armor | Week 1 | 5 hours | |
Horse stirrups | Week 2 | 1 hour | |
Horse head armor | Week 2 | 2 hours | |
Horse saddle | Week 2 | 3 hours |
Frequently Asked Questions
How Exactly Do Twitch Drops Work?
Twitch Drops are promotional in-game rewards you earn by watching participating streamers play a specific game. Once you hit a required watch time milestone, the items are unlocked for you to claim. As of October 31, 2026, use Claim in stream chat while the Drops & Rewards menu issue persists.
How Can I Tell if a Stream is Eligible for Drops?
Look for the Drops Enabled tag in the streamer's category or title. You will also see a call-out message at the top of the chat box confirming that drops are active on that specific channel.
Do I Need a Pearl Abyss ID?
No. Crimson Desert has a dedicated Drops Page where you log in with your Twitch account to claim your rewards. A Pearl Abyss ID and a link between that account and Twitch are not required.
Do I Need to Own the Game to Earn Twitch Drops?
Technically, no. You can watch streams that have drops enabled, and when you reach the designated time, the rewards will be attached to your Twitch account. To be able to claim and use them in-game, however, you will need to purchase the game. You can watch streams and qualify for rewards before you make the purchase. In the Charting the Unknown campaign, Week 2 rewards also require owning the expansion.
Can I Earn Rewards Faster by Watching Multiple Streams at Once?
No. Twitch only tracks your watch time progress on one active stream at a time. Having multiple tabs open will not accelerate your progress.
Do I Need to Manually Claim My Rewards?
Yes. Once you hit a reward's time milestone, it will be available for you to claim. While the current Drops & Rewards menu issue persists, click Claim in stream chat, then visit the Crimson Desert Drops Page to finalize delivery to your chosen platform.
Can I Mute the Stream and Still Earn Drops?
Muting the stream player directly on Twitch can sometimes flag you as an inactive viewer and pause your progress. A safer workaround is to leave the Twitch player's volume on but mute the browser tab itself.
What Kind of Rewards Can I Get From Twitch Drops?
Rewards depend on the campaign. The March campaign included the Blue Scout character and horse sets listed above. The Charting the Unknown campaign (October 29 to November 11, 2026) offered the Pirate Lantern, Braised Meat x10, Pirate Eyepatch, Pirate's Sword, Pet Parrot and Parrot Pirate Hat in Week 1, and the Medium Fair Wind Figurehead, Stern and Sail ship parts in Week 2.
Can I Change My Platform After Claiming?
No. Once you select a platform and receive a coupon code (or automatic delivery on Steam), you cannot switch to a different platform for that reward. Choose carefully before confirming.