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Crimson Desert ratings

62 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad, Average rating: 3.7/5
5/5 TechPowerUp
95/100 Gaming Trend
19/20 JeuxActu.com
94/100 Generación Xbox
92/100 XBoxOrNot
90/100 Windows Central
9/10 Areajugones
9/10 KeenGamer
9/10 Xbox Tavern
85/100 TierraGamer
17/20 GamerGen
84/100 COGconnected
4/5 GamesRadar
8/10 GameReactor
8/10 GamingBolt
80/100 PCGamer
80/100 Games.ch
8/10 XBoxEra
4/5 N-Gamz
8/10 Pizza Fria
8/10 Beyond Gaming
4/5 TheXboxHub
8/10 GameScore.it
80/100 Complete Xbox
4/5 Geek Generation
8/10 NerdMovieProductions
8/10 3RD Strike
80/100 GamerClick
8/10 RPGJeuxvidéo
7/10 ActuGaming
7/10 Numerama
7/10 GameWave
7/10 GameInformer
7/10 PCGames
7/10 MeriStation
70/100 Console Tribe
7/10 GameHope
14/20 SpiritGamer
7/10 LeCafeDuGeek
7/10 L'info tout court
7/10 ZTGD
3/5 EuroGamer.fr
6/10 IGN
6/10 Journal du Geek
3/5 Absolute Geeks
6/10 GamersGlobal
6/10 Push Square
6/10 Xbox-Mag
3/5 NME
3/5 War Legend
5/10 GameKult.com
5/10 Shacknews
5/10 Well Played
2/5 Geeks By Girls
1/10 Vandal
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5
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TechPowerUp
[5/5] reviewed at 24/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert Handheld Performance...[read the full review on TechPowerUp]
[5/5] reviewed at 31/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert Performance Benchmark...[read the full review on TechPowerUp]
95
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Gaming Trend
Graphics are absolutely mind blowing
Voice acting and soundtrack is fantastic
Side missions are almost as satisfying as main missions
SO many puzzles, caves, and mysteries to discover
Incredible worldbuilding
A wealth of things to do beyond the story
Some bugs remain
Instructions can occasionally be obtuse
Not every mechanic or activity is a home run
[95/100] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert...[read the full review on Gaming Trend]
19
20

JeuxActu.com
The combat system is of unparalleled depth and intensity in an open world. The world of Pywel is stunningly beautiful. There is also a striking sense of vertigo (this verticality). It is the most organic (and radical) exploration. Detailed interactions with the environment and NPCs. It NEVER holds the player's hand. It takes between 120 and 140 hours to finish the main quest. For 100%, expect between 400 and 500 hours of gameplay. Endless content. The
but the storytelling is too disjointed. The gameplay is still rough. Sometimes controls are too complex for no reason. Very frustrating difficulty spikes (Kearush and Ludvig need to be nerfed). A game that will discourage the general public.
[19/20] reviewed at 19/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert : c'est le plus grand open world depuis Red Dead Redemption 2...[read the full review on JeuxActu.com]
94
100

Generación Xbox
Impressive visual aspect: on PC, with the right hardware, the game is a real spectacle.
A vast world with great freedom: there is always something to do or discover.
Large number of graphic options: allows to adapt the experience to different devices.
Controls and menus are not very intuitive at first: they require several hours of adaptation.
Not all missions have the same level of interest.
Not being able to play it on Xbox Series.
[94/100] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Análisis de Crimson Desert: uno de los juegos de mundo abierto más impresionantes que jugarás en tu vida...[read the full review on Generación Xbox]
92
100

XBoxOrNot
The Pearl Abyss engine works wonders, the world of Pywel is beautiful.
Kliff's evolution with his powers (Palm Strike, Axiomatic Force).
The complementarity of gameplay (the finesse of Damian, the brutality of Oongka).
The fights are tense, fluid, and you can perform RKO moves!
The research and investigation system that encourages exploration.
Managing your camp from A to Z (farm, merchants, fishing, and the famous cuckoo crafting).
Following up with developers who have listened to players.
The inability to freely switch between Kliff, Damian, and Oongka during the story.
No cooperative mode yet.
Dragon riding, too restricted near cities.
No weapons or armor above the others.
The difficulty that completely disappears once you have the right palm tablets.
[92/100] reviewed at 08/07/2026 - Test de Crimson Desert ? Le futur GOTY qui ne vous laissera pas indemne...[read the full review on XBoxOrNot]
90
100

Windows Central
The grandest of open-worlds
Combat that continues to evolve
Activities galore
Numerous well-crafted puzzles
Some needed bug polishing
Filler material
Lack of true storage for gear
[90/100] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert (PC) ? massive, chaotic, and unforgettable...[read the full review on Windows Central]
9
10

Areajugones
Pywel's world is the most vibrant I have seen in years.
A fight that, once mastered, is pure fantasy.
The content has no end. Weeks and weeks of gameplay.
Visually breathtaking in every landscape.
Secondary missions teach you the game without you even realizing it.
The puzzles are original and challenging
The chefs are creative, demanding, and extremely satisfying...
...even if the camera on the chefs turns by itself and ruins the best moments.
The learning curve is a brick wall.
The menus and inventory are chaotic at first.
[9/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Análisis Crimson Desert: el juego más bestia del año y también el más difícil de domar...[read the full review on Areajugones]
9
10

KeenGamer
Expansive World to explore with diverse biomes.
Freedom to explore the world at your own pace.
Impactful and creative combat system.
Great replayability
Stunning visuals with detailed environments and dynamic weather.
Keybind mapping feels complex in the initial hours
A lot of systems and mechanics to keep in mind throughout the adventure.
Less engaging narrative, overshadowed by the world.
Minor bugs and technical issues.
[9/10] reviewed at 15/04/2026 - Test Crimson Desert ? An Expansive RPG Experience (PC)...[read the full review on KeenGamer]
9
10

Xbox Tavern
So much content and exploration
Very addictive gameplay
Graphically pretty amazing
The storyline is a bit all over the place
The button choices on the controller are infuriating at times
Loading the game and fast travel can feel slow at times
[9/10] reviewed at 03/05/2026 - Test Crimson Desert...[read the full review on Xbox Tavern]
8
10

GamingBolt
Stunning visuals and attention to detail
Pywel is brimming with activities and rewards organic exploration
Tons of other systems to discover
Responsive combat that's addictive and backed by some strong boss fights
Above-average story that's imminently forgettable with bland characterization, especially for Kliff
Progression feels knee-capped by the demand for Abyss Artifacts early on
Annoying inventory management and no storage chest at launch to help ease the burden
Various odd design decisions that bog down exploration, combat and side content
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert PC ? Virtue's Last Reward...[read the full review on GamingBolt]
[8/10] reviewed at 23/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert PS5/PS5 Pro ? An Ode To The Unknown...[read the full review on GamingBolt]
[9/10] reviewed at 04/05/2026 - Crimson Desert PS5 Re-Review ? A Patchwork of Brilliance...[read the full review on GamingBolt]
[9/10] reviewed at 05/11/2026 - Test Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown ? Lights On The Horizon...[read the full review on GamingBolt]
85
100

TierraGamer
[85/100] reviewed at 19/03/2026 - Crimson Desert es un grande, pero falla en muchas cosas en las que no debe...[read the full review on TierraGamer]
17
20

GamerGen
The exceptional open world, which makes you want to explore aimlessly. The rare freedom and sensation of discovery. The enormous lifespan, and very rich content. The solid gameplay, greatly improved by the update. The significantly increased gaming comfort (loading times, ergonomics, fluidity). The relevant additions (mounts, progression, practical features). The captivating and successful atmosphere. The immersive soundtrack.
The story is flat and unremarkable. The narration lacks details and impact. The contemplative pace may not appeal to everyone. Some technical imperfections despite the fixes. Controls can be complex and not intuitive at times (time needed to adapt and fully understand).
[17/20] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - TEST Crimson Desert : nos impressions enfin là, nous l'avons testé avec la MAJ 1.02.00...[read the full review on GamerGen]
84
100

COGconnected
Immense and impressive world
Huge amount of quality content
Distinctive combat
Tons of variety
Great audio design, acting and music
Dull main protagonist
Opaque systems
Frustrating controls
Lots of bugs, some serious
Difficulty spikes in boss design
[84/100] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert ? Huge, Complex, and Impossible to Ignore...[read the full review on COGconnected]
[/] reviewed at 07/11/2026 - Test Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown ? A Tidal Wave of Content...[read the full review on COGconnected]
4
5

GamesRadar
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Fighting against groups of enemies is always superb
+
A truly vast world, beautifully presented
+
Exploring always yields fascinating results
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A story that's difficult to invest in
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Boss fights are often exhaustingly difficult
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Some sloppy or discordant mechanics
[4/5] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert: "Take time to leave the beaten path and you'll find a game that's far better as a sandbox than as a story"...[read the full review on GamesRadar]
8
10

GameReactor
The most beautiful, complex and vibrant open world you'll ever encounter
Endless things to do; there's always something for every type of player
Uneven pacing and progression
A very basic storyline
Unbalanced boss fights
It needs a thorough overhaul of the menu and quality-of-life options
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert: A majestic giant with feet of clay...[read the full review on GameReactor]
80
100

PCGamer
[80/100] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert...[read the full review on PCGamer]
80
100

Games.ch
A highly diverse world of gaming
Absurd, large, freely explorable game world.
Skills tree, where each point brings a noticeable change.
Technically impressive graphics and long-term vision
Many game mechanics seem underdeveloped.
The fights range from insignificant to extremely difficult.
The story is almost non-existent.
The control is not intuitive.
[80/100] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert - Test /...[read the full review on Games.ch]
8
10

XBoxEra
Incredible Graphics
Tight combat
Fantastic systemic approach to everything
Excellent OST
Hundreds of hours of content
Some of which is highly repetitive
Lots of Bugs
Mediocre Story and some baffling quality of life decisions
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert |...[read the full review on XBoxEra]
4
5

N-Gamz
Fluid, technical and very satisfying fights
Open living world, vast and truly magnificent.
Excellent performance on PS5 Pro after various patches and the addition of PSSR 2.
Immersive orchestral soundtrack
A feeling of immense freedom and an extraordinary generosity of content
Main story not as epic as the competition and narration a bit slow at the beginning
Some fairly complex and unnatural button combinations
A learning curve that can sometimes be steep, especially against bosses.
[4/5] reviewed at 29/03/2026 - Crimson Desert : Test PS5 Pro ! Le nouveau Skyrim ?...[read the full review on N-Gamz]
8
10

Pizza Fria
One of the most impressive and dense open worlds in recent years.
Pywel is rich in details, inhabitants, cities, secrets, and distinct biomes.
Creative and very satisfying combat when mastered.
Progression systems and life skills add real depth to the journey.
Free, enriching and natural exploration
Some battles present peaks of difficulty that are too severe.
The central story is less powerful than the world and systems that surround it.
The game may intimidate some players because of its numerous systems and details.
The beginning of the game can be confusing, slow, and lacking in action.
[8/10] reviewed at 01/04/2026 - Crimson Desert | Review...[read the full review on Pizza Fria]
8
10

Beyond Gaming
Many things to do and discover
Freedom and opportunities
The fight is widespread
A beautiful blend of well-known gaming experiences
Beautiful world
Very weak story
Management is tedious.
The game sometimes doesn't explain much.
Difficult and illogical optional puzzles
[8/10] reviewed at 03/04/2026 - Review: Crimson Desert...[read the full review on Beyond Gaming]
4
5

TheXboxHub
An amazing open world
Visually stunning environments
An incredible amount of things to do
Excellent audio
The many technical bugs and problems
The control scheme can be overwhelming
[4/5] reviewed at 04/04/2026 - Test Crimson Desert...[read the full review on TheXboxHub]
8
10

GameScore.it
[8/10] reviewed at 08/04/2026 - Crimson Desert ? Recensione...[read the full review on GameScore.it]
80
100

Complete Xbox
Stunning, wide?open world that rewards exploration
Fresh, engaging missions and side content
Deep narrative with meaningful choice
Tactical combat that feels rewarding once mastered
Strong audio?visual atmosphere on Xbox Series X|S
Mission objectives can be unclear and poorly explained
Control and combat have a learning curve
Pacing occasionally uneven
[80/100] reviewed at 08/04/2026 - Test Crimson Desert Xbox ? A in Progress for a Vast, Living World...[read the full review on Complete Xbox]
4
5

Geek Generation
Vast and vibrant open world
Exceptional sense of exploration
Extremely rich content
Outstanding artistic direction
Dynamic and satisfying long-lasting battles
Balancing can be frustrating at times.
Absence of original version
Narration in the background
Too many systems to assimilate
Demanding handling
[4/5] reviewed at 10/04/2026 - [TEST] Crimson Desert, GOTY ou pot pourri à la The Witcher's Creed Redemption Tears of the Kingdom ?...[read the full review on Geek Generation]
8
10

NerdMovieProductions
Pywel is a wonderful world to explore
An indecent amount of things to do
We are constantly amazed by the gaming experience.
Technically excellent
The plot never really takes off.
Many small problems, but for some they may seem insurmountable.
The game shines when chaos reigns supreme.
[8/10] reviewed at 16/04/2026 - Crimson Desert ? La Recensione...[read the full review on NerdMovieProductions]
8
10

3RD Strike
Fun to explore
Story
Combat grew on us
Bad: Combat was hard to get into at the beginning
Small graphical bugs
[8/10] reviewed at 26/04/2026 - Test Crimson Desert ?...[read the full review on 3RD Strike]
6
10

Push Square
Outstanding, lived-in open world
Exploration is a delight
Deep, expressive combat
Some spectacular bosses
Stunning scenery
Staggering breadth of freeform content
Really poor performance on PS5
Graphical issues on PS5 Pro
Quality of life barely exists
Some significant difficulty spikes
Can feel like an early access release
[6/10] reviewed at 26/03/2026 - Review: Crimson Desert (PS5) - A Generational Open World Buried in Early Access Cruft...[read the full review on Push Square]
[8/10] reviewed at 22/05/2026 - Review: Crimson Desert (PS5) - One of the Most Frustratingly Brilliant Games I've Ever Played...[read the full review on Push Square]
80
100

GamerClick
Very vast game world that rewards exploration...
A fairly varied combat system...
Many activities to do...
Technically very optimized
...but that doesn't hold your hand at all to do it
...but it is not necessary, as the enemies are eliminated very easily.
...all without a wire conductor
Fairly insignificant history
[80/100] reviewed at 27/07/2026 - Crimson Desert...[read the full review on GamerClick]
8
10

RPGJeuxvidéo
[8/10] reviewed at 04/11/2026 - Crimson Desert : Charting the Unknown...[read the full review on RPGJeuxvidéo]
7
10

ActuGaming
Pywel is a great playground
A call to adventure that is hard to ignore
It's still sumptuous, even on a mid-range machine.
Chain the RKOs in this dynamic and ultra comprehensive combat system.
Many truly unique weapons to discover
Three distinct playable characters with their own skill tree
Some puzzles are damn clever.
English dubbing has a lot of charm
Burn everything on the back of a dragon, the pleasure of simple things
An ambition that borders on excess, but is commendable.
Some (superb) bosses
A steep learning curve with questionable ergonomics.
Tutorials and goal instructions completely need to be reviewed.
A cliché, poorly told story, filled with uninteresting characters, with Kliff at the forefront.
Little freedom in solving puzzles, despite all the tools he provides.
A particularly poorly designed inventory system, even after a first patch.
Balancing with strawberries
Scripting issues are still too common and can hinder progress.
Many other (horrible) bosses
[7/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert ? L'ombre d'un géant...[read the full review on ActuGaming]
7
10

Numerama
Absolutely beautiful
A huge and well-stuffed open world
A variety of crazy things to see and do.
Often heavy and tedious
Sometimes messy fights
Far too many pointless missions
[7/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert est une aventure aussi incroyable que médiocre...[read the full review on Numerama]
7
10

GameWave
A dizzying open world
The combat system, even though it is difficult
Absolute generosity with hundreds of hours of content
+ An engine that performs well on PC despite the density
A destructible and malleable environment that promotes ingenuity
Complex menus and punitive inventory management
A mundane story and a hero who is too passive.
Impossible to pass cutscenes
Uneven finish
[7/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert : L'apothéose du monde ouvert ou l'ivresse du trop-plein ?...[read the full review on GameWave]
7
10

GameInformer
[7/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert - Open-World Overload...[read the full review on GameInformer]
7
10

PCGames
[7/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert ist ein Spiel voller Widersprüche - und genau das macht es so spannend...[read the full review on PCGames]
7
10

MeriStation
The feeling of adventure is fantastic.
The fight gets better after spending a good number of hours. We see some epic moments.
Visually, it's spectacular. It's a cutting-edge game in terms of technology.
Very content-rich. The camp management is great.
The quantity of mini-mechanics that have no weight in the game, beyond being spectacular.
It's very, very obtuse. It is governed by very precise rules.
Most of the missions and tasks around the main plot are collection quests that are not very interesting.
[7/10] reviewed at 21/03/2026 - Análisis de Crimson Desert: una base brutal para hacer historia, pero lejos ahora mismo de los grandes...[read the full review on MeriStation]
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100

Console Tribe
So many things to do...
Vast and beautiful gaming world
On the console, it's a small technical miracle.
... but the quality is not always high
Unsent history
There is a lack of cohesion.
[70/100] reviewed at 01/04/2026 - Crimson Desert - Recensione...[read the full review on Console Tribe]
7
10

GameHope
Sumptuous artistic direction
Huge and detail-rich open world
Impressive scale.
Some truly memorable emerging sequences
Exceptional overall ambition
Incomprehensible and flat story
Often absurd or poorly thought-out missions
Tedious controls
Fights too quickly boring
Stacking of mechanics that hinders enjoyment
[7/10] reviewed at 13/04/2026 - Crimson Desert (Xbox Series)...[read the full review on GameHope]
[7/10] reviewed at 13/04/2026 - Crimson Desert (PS5)...[read the full review on GameHope]
[7/10] reviewed at 13/04/2026 - Crimson Desert (PC)...[read the full review on GameHope]
14
20

SpiritGamer
Inspired artistic direction
Credible open world
Dynamic fights at times
Mature narration
Efficient exploration
Frequent clipping
Late loading of textures
Unbalanced difficulty
Quests can sometimes be confusing
Uneven finish
Ambition that exceeds mastery of the game
[14/20] reviewed at 24/04/2026 - [Test] Crimson Desert ? Une ambition freinée...[read the full review on SpiritGamer]
7
10

LeCafeDuGeek
Very generous open world
Varied and spectacular fights
Really enjoyable riddles
Long and repetitive beginning
Interface too messy
[7/10] reviewed at 01/05/2026 - Test ? Crimson Desert : un grand jeu, mais pas toujours un grand plaisir...[read the full review on LeCafeDuGeek]
7
10

L'info tout court
[7/10] reviewed at 12/05/2026 - Test Crimson Desert : le RPG ultime ou un magnifique chaos ?...[read the full review on L'info tout court]
7
10

ZTGD
Jaw-droppingly beautiful game
Can almost do ANYTHING
Some interesting side characters in the world
Odd control scheme for controller
TOO MANY ABILIITIES
[7/10] reviewed at 15/05/2026 - Test Crimson Desert (XSX)...[read the full review on ZTGD]
3
5

EuroGamer.fr
[3/5] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert...[read the full review on EuroGamer.fr]
6
10

IGN
[6/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert So Far...[read the full review on IGN]
[/] reviewed at 30/10/2026 - Test Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown So Far...[read the full review on IGN]
6
10

Journal du Geek
Open world of impressive size and density
Interiors of buildings accessible almost everywhere
BlackSpace engine technically solid
Successful soundtrack
Support for Nvidia technologies
Shipped narration
The protagonist without charisma or depth
Artistic direction too saturated, aggressive lighting
Staging and stereotyped characters
Non-intuitive controls
Confusing inventory system
NPCs repeating their dialogue lines in a loop
Approximate translation
[6/10] reviewed at 19/03/2026 - Notre test de Crimson Desert : le jeu victime de sa propre hype...[read the full review on Journal du Geek]
3
5

Absolute Geeks
[3/5] reviewed at 19/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert: a stunning open-world RPG stuck in a Candy Crush grind...[read the full review on Absolute Geeks]
6
10

GamersGlobal
Tutorials available
The temporary selfish perspective facilitates the targeted acquisition of individual objects.
Quick access to the last menu consulted possible
A huge game world full of details...
Effective combat system with a wide variety of movements.
The skill tree expands both combat and exploration skills in a motivating way.
No boring level system, the strength is determined by the equipment and skill points earned.
Unique details like blinding enemies with bright reflections on the blade.
Various secondary activities, from animal breeding to fishing, as well as several mini-games.
The last survivors of an opposing group are already fleeing in front of you.
Many dialogues are animated in an elaborate way instead of just showing still characters.
Seamless transitions in cinematics during boss battles
A phenomenal panoramic view from the sky or from the mountain tops.
Sometimes there are large groups of enemies and many NPCs in the cities and along the roads.
Each NPC is fully voiced.
Powerful sounds in battles
Extremely overloaded controller requires all kinds of key combinations.
Again and again, the locking to interact with NPCs/objects does not work directly.
The camera is unable to keep up with the action when opponents are added during the fight.
Partially poorly explained mechanisms.
Very complex menus
Respawning will take you to predefined spawn points, not your last position.
... which is initially difficult to navigate in a complicated manner
Bumps with overflowing combo hits are spikes of excessive difficulty.
Some quest trigger points are very sensitive.
Many aspects such as resource gathering or forging are laborious.
The staging is chatty with the 08/15 NPCs but stingy with words with the main characters.
Improving equipment quickly becomes a race for resources.
The world often reacts in a non-logical way despite all the systems in place to your actions and other cases of blatant inconsistency.
Again and again bugs and sometimes even crashes.
Image refresh rate unstable in quality and performance mode
The cutscenes cannot be skipped, only fast-forwarded.
Very high contrast and non-adjustable gamma value.
Approximately 20 seconds of loading time when restarting a boss fight.
Perceptible pauses between the lines of dialogue on several occasions.
[6/10] reviewed at 24/03/2026 - Test+: Crimson Desert...[read the full review on GamersGlobal]
6
10

Xbox-Mag
Amusing story...;
Three playable characters;
Nervous and brutal fights;
Gigantic universe;
Colossal content;
Rewarding exploration;
Varied bestiary.
... but diluted;
Unclear skills trees;
Austere menus and tedious navigation;
Poorly thought out tutorial;
Capricious camera;
Poorly balanced difficulty;
Catastrophic handling;
Technically limited.
[6/10] reviewed at 30/03/2026 - Test de Crimson Desert sur Xbox Series X, l'épopée qui se prend les pieds dans le tapis...[read the full review on Xbox-Mag]
3
5

NME
A monstrously massive open-world to explore
There?s total freedom to do things however you see fit
The combat is a constant thrill
The main story is underdeveloped with dull characters
You?ll need to spend hours learning the many different gameplay mechanics
Issues with performance and controls make an already-complicated game even more difficult
[3/5] reviewed at 02/04/2026 - Test ?Crimson Desert': overwhelmingly ambitious open-world fantasy...[read the full review on NME]
3
5

War Legend
[3/5] reviewed at 08/06/2026 - Test Crimson Desert ? Pywel ou le syndrome du buffet étoilé...[read the full review on War Legend]
5
10

GameKult.com
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Youtube - Crimson Desert, un copié-collé sans âme. Notre test vidéo...[read the full review on GameKult.com]
[5/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test : Crimson Desert : la preuve que copier Elden Ring et The Witcher ne suffit pas à faire un grand jeu...[read the full review on GameKult.com]
5
10

Shacknews
A vast, beautiful world to explore
Combat has a lot of depth and is satisfying against smaller enemies
A truly absurd amount of things to do
The characters are archetypes you've seen before
The story is poorly told
One of the worst inventory systems I have ever seen in a video game
An artificial world that exists to bend to you
Tutorialization is poor
Awful boss fights
Kliff and company don't know what basic things are until you pick them up or identify them
Routinely does the worst thing a video game can do: waste your time
[5/10] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Crimson Desert review: Sometimes more is less...[read the full review on Shacknews]
5
10

Well Played
Pywel?s overwhelmingly gorgeous graphics will make your eyes bleed (complimentary)
Accents and delivery give this world an authentic sense of place
In-engine cutscenes are very well animated
PC performance is surprisingly robust and serves the game tremendously well
Constantly grinding for viable healing items murders any excitement for combat
Controls are an infrequently unresponsive mess
Unintuitive interfaces and mission structures
Long loads, unskippable cutscenes, and a general unhurriedness hamper pacing
[5/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert...[read the full review on Well Played]
2
5

Geeks By Girls
A giant open world full of surprises.
Dynamic fights
Three playable characters
Original frames to discover
A huge amount of playing time (maybe even too much)
Too many buttons and information to remember
A fantasy that combines with futuristic elements for no reason (the fantasy was sufficient on its own)
Difficulty level poorly adjusted
Precision issues that penalize during mini-games.
A not very original story that takes a backseat because of all the other options available.
Horrible inventory management, even more so in combat.
We do not get attached to our characters and it's a shame.
Scenario not exploited enough and characters without charisma
[2/5] reviewed at 09/04/2026 - Crimson Desert...[read the full review on Geeks By Girls]
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Vandal
[1/10] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert - Análisis...[read the full review on Vandal]
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PXLBBQ
[/] reviewed at 26/08/2024 - On a passé une heure avec Crimson Desert à la gamescom 2024...[read the full review on PXLBBQ]
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JVFrance
[/] reviewed at 30/10/2024 - PREVIEW | On a testé Crimson Desert sur PC...[read the full review on JVFrance]
[/] reviewed at 10/10/2025 - PREVIEW On a joué à Crimson Desert lors du Tokyo Game Show 2025...[read the full review on JVFrance]
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MMORPG.com
[/] reviewed at 13/05/2025 - Crimson Desert Preview: Pearl Abyss Delivers a Visceral Satisfying Combat Experience | PAX East 2025...[read the full review on MMORPG.com]
[/] reviewed at 11/06/2025 - SGF 2025 Hands-On Preview: Crimson Desert Is Pure Spectacle, Even If It's A Bit Frustrating At Times...[read the full review on MMORPG.com]
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert: Beautiful And Brutal From Start To Finish...[read the full review on MMORPG.com]
[/] reviewed at 20/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert Has Sold Through 2 Million Copies Amid Mixeds...[read the full review on MMORPG.com]
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GameStar
... you love nothing more than the triumphant feeling after defeating a tough boss.
... if you want to discover and learn by yourself their gaming world and mechanics.
... you bring a lot of time and patience.
... an exciting story and deep characters are at the forefront for you.
... you quickly give up during puzzles and boss battles.
... overwhelm you with numerous mechanisms and systems.
[/] reviewed at 16/03/2026 - News: Crimson Desert - Wann kommt unser Test? In zwei Tagen verraten wir euch alles inklusive Wertung...[read the full review on GameStar]
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Video: Im Test haben wir Crimson Desert komplett falsch gespielt - Ihr müsst das zum Glück nicht!...[read the full review on GameStar]
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Plus - Test: Crimson Desert im Test - Nach 100 Stunden weiß ich immer noch nicht, ob ich diese Open World hasse oder liebe...[read the full review on GameStar]
[/] reviewed at 30/04/2026 - Plus - Test: Crimson Desert im Nachtest - Mit neuem Inventar, Schwierigkeitsgraden und Kühlschrank wird die Open World nochmal besser...[read the full review on GameStar]
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JeuxVideo.com
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert sur PC...[read the full review on JeuxVideo.com]
[/] reviewed at 21/03/2026 - Le monde ouvert de Crimson Desert tient-il toutes ses promesses ? Voici notre avis dans ce vidéo test !...[read the full review on JeuxVideo.com]
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GameSpot
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert - Highest Fantasy...[read the full review on GameSpot]
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GamesWelt
Beautifully designed, detailed, and extremely vast gaming world.
Remarkably powerful engine with good performance.
a lot of quests and activities
Exciting riddles
Demanding bosses
Expansion of your own camp
Entertaining story, although not always thrilling.
Powerful combat system
no enemies on a scale
The change in character seems unnecessary.
The quests are sometimes a bit unimaginative.
Many things are poorly explained, confusing, or not explained at all.
Design of mediocre boss with sometimes unfair maneuvers
The control and camera could be more precise.
Very overloaded control
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert - Test: So viel Hass und Liebe in einem Spiel...[read the full review on GamesWelt]
[/] reviewed at 06/11/2026 - Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown - Test: Habt ihr die nächsten Monate schon was vor?...[read the full review on GamesWelt]
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4players
Gigantic and beautiful game world
Everywhere to discover
Powerful fights
Talent tree with a multitude of skills instead of simple boring attribute increases.
Superb sound atmosphere
Impressive graphics with very elegant ray tracing.
Wide range of side quests and activities
Weak story with major pacing issues.
Main character dull
One-dimensional supporting characters
Completely overwhelmed control, especially with a game controller.
Poor quest design
Immersion is too often interrupted.
Poor management of players, even in puzzles
Very remarkable detail pop-ins
Often, groups of opponents are excessively numerous.
Boss fights are sometimes very frustrating.
Boring inventory limit, no storage chest
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert im Test: Ein gigantisches Rollenspiel ? mit erstaunlich vielen Problemen...[read the full review on 4players]
[/] reviewed at 20/03/2026 - Crimson Desert im Test: Ein Spiel, bei dem ich mich frage ?Och Mensch, warum??...[read the full review on 4players]
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wccftech
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert-in-Progress ? Blissfully Lost in Pywel...[read the full review on wccftech]
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TheSixthAxis
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Test Crimson Desert in Progress...[read the full review on TheSixthAxis]
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Multiplayer.it
A huge and magnificent game scenario to behold.
Many activities and varied missions.
Excellent progress
Boss fights are the least successful aspect of the production.
Many things to do, but many are superficial and managed in a disorganized manner.
Sometimes limited control system, for what is asked to do.
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert: la recensione di un open world gigantesco, ma a tratti goffo...[read the full review on Multiplayer.it]
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ComputerBase
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert im Test: Benchmarks, Analysen und Tipps für hohe oder hübsche FPS...[read the full review on ComputerBase]
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PCGamesHardware
[/] reviewed at 18/03/2026 - Crimson Desert im Tech-Test: Open-World, geile Grafik mit Raytracing und hohe Fps...[read the full review on PCGamesHardware]
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CoupleOfGamer
[/] reviewed at 19/03/2026 - [Test][Steam] Crimson Desert...[read the full review on CoupleOfGamer]
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PlaySense
[/] reviewed at 19/03/2026 - Review | Crimson Desert...[read the full review on PlaySense]
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NotebookCheck
[/] reviewed at 25/03/2026 - Open-World-Hit mit Abstrichen: Crimson Desert im Test...[read the full review on NotebookCheck]
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Videojuerguistas
[/] reviewed at 26/03/2026 - Análisis de Crimson Desert en PS5 estándar, ¿merece la pena?...[read the full review on Videojuerguistas]
[/] reviewed at 08/04/2026 - Análisis: Crimson Desert en PS5 estándar, ¿merece la pena?...[read the full review on Videojuerguistas]
[/] reviewed at 17/04/2026 - Crimson Desert tras 50 horas: Análisis en una PS5 base...[read the full review on Videojuerguistas]
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Game IT
[/] reviewed at 30/03/2026 - [Análisis] Crimson Desert, del desconcierto al renacer...[read the full review on Game IT]
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Tweakers
[/] reviewed at 31/03/2026 - Review - Crimson Desert - Uitnodigend manusje-van-alles...[read the full review on Tweakers]
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Beebom
Incredibly massive open world with a ton of hidden content
Crisp combat with a wide variety of skills for everyone
Amazing mounts to traverse the massive map
Some incredible boss fights
Gorgeous world and a very good performance
Non-existent storyline with disjointed quests
First few hours are incredibly miserable and boring
Puzzles have zero directions on what needs to be done
Jank and fundamental issues like bad control scheme
[/] reviewed at 07/04/2026 - Crimson Desert Review: A Rough Ride to a World Worth Exploring...[read the full review on Beebom]
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MeuPlayStation
[/] reviewed at 11/04/2026 - Crimson Desert: vale a pena?...[read the full review on MeuPlayStation]
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GBATemp
[/] reviewed at 13/04/2026 - Review: Crimson Desert...[read the full review on GBATemp]
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Lords of Gaming
[/] reviewed at 16/04/2026 - Test Crimson Desert In Progress ? Challenging Conventions ...[read the full review on Lords of Gaming]
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TestingBuddies
Dense atmosphere
Generally a beautiful appearance
A good construction of the world
Control overload
Too many different concepts at once
The light sources eclipse everything.
Different rhythm
Decrease in performance
[/] reviewed at 21/04/2026 - Crimson Desert im Test: Epos mit Schwächen...[read the full review on TestingBuddies]
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FactorNews.com
[/] reviewed at 23/04/2026 - Crimson Desert : Red Dead Déception...[read the full review on FactorNews.com]
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Peopleware
[/] reviewed at 28/05/2026 - Análise Crimson Desert (Playstation 5)...[read the full review on Peopleware]

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