Crimson Desert Patch Notes
All updates and version history since launch
Crimson Desert launched on March 18, 2026 and Pearl Abyss has been releasing frequent updates. This page tracks every patch, hotfix, and major update with full change logs.
Hotfix 1.00.04
HotfixPS5 hotfix for character-switching bug and Mac Steam crash fixes.
- Fixed an issue where switching from another character to Kliff caused certain interactions and actions to not work correctly.
- Fixed an issue on Mac Steam where crashes would sometimes occur when completing quests, starting the game, or exiting the game.
Patch 1.00.03 — Major Update
Major UpdateMassive update with boss difficulty adjustments, new fast travel points, Private Storage, combat improvements, and console performance fixes.
- Fixed Chapter 2 quest "Reunion" where the cat would sometimes stop leading the way.
- Improved Chapter 4 quest "Mysterious Pot" — the symbol now briefly stops when reaching the correct position while repairing the ancient generator.
- Fixed "Turnali's Request" where the quest would not complete if a Bekker Shield that had already been refined was refined again.
- Reduced Health and Attack of specific early game enemies and main quest bosses.
- Adjusted attack and health of boss T'rukan the Ascended to an appropriate level.
- Reduced Stamina consumption for blocking attacks.
- Lowered difficulty of ambush encounters triggered while heading toward the Reed Devil boss stage.
- Adjusted certain attack patterns for Kearush the Slayer.
- Increased stun gauge accumulation on bosses upon a successful parry.
- Boss weakness effects now display even if the player has not acquired the specific knowledge.
- Fixed an issue where fire arrows failed to ignite enemies on hit.
- Added more Abyss Nexuses across the continent of Pywel to improve fast travel via teleportation.
- Added Private Storage for storing inventory items, located at the initial temporary lodgings in Hernand and at Howling Hill Camp.
- Recently viewed cutscenes can now be fast forwarded more quickly.
- 120Hz output has been separated into an optional setting, only available with a 120Hz display and sufficient bandwidth (e.g. HDMI 2.1).
- Default refresh rate changed to 60Hz for stable image quality.
- Fixed an issue where resolution and upscaling settings were not retained when restarting the game.
- General controller responsiveness improvements.
- Fixed Equipment Quick Slot issues.
- Various keyboard and mouse adjustments.
- Main menu navigation improvements.
Patch 1.00.02
PatchFirst post-launch patch with Chapter 3 tutorial improvements, QTE difficulty adjustments, and bear damage fixes.
- Added a tutorial quest at the start of Chapter 3 to help players learn about Abyss Gears.
- Improved usability for certain systems and content, including Housing mode.
- Adjusted QTE difficulty when captured by enemies to gradually increase based on capture count.
- Recently viewed cutscenes can now be fast forwarded more quickly.
- Fixed an issue where certain quests would not progress properly.
- Removed the bear's instant-kill damage and adjusted its overall damage.
- Fixed an issue where the number of Greymane comrades owned may be displayed as lower than the actual count.
Launch Version 1.00.01
LaunchCrimson Desert launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam/Epic Games Store).
- Crimson Desert officially launches worldwide on March 18, 2026.
- Available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store).
- Mac support available via Steam.
About Crimson Desert Updates
Pearl Abyss has demonstrated a strong commitment to post-launch support, releasing four patches within the first five days after launch. Updates have focused on combat balance, quality of life improvements, bug fixes, and console performance optimization. The developer has confirmed they will continue improving controls and gameplay based on player feedback.
Update FAQ
- How often does Crimson Desert get updates?
- Pearl Abyss has been releasing updates very frequently since launch — four patches in the first five days. They have confirmed they will continue rolling out improvements based on player feedback.
- What was the biggest update so far?
- Patch 1.00.03 (March 23, 2026) was the largest update, including boss difficulty adjustments, new fast travel points, Private Storage, combat balance changes, and console performance fixes.
- Did the bear damage get fixed?
- Yes, Patch 1.00.02 removed the bear's instant-kill damage and adjusted its overall damage to a more reasonable level.