Crimson Desert Approaches 400,000 Pre-Launch Sales on Steam
Pearl Abyss's upcoming RPG, Crimson Desert, has sold nearly 400,000 copies on Steam ahead of its March 19 release, generating over $20 million in revenue.
Pearl Abyss's forthcoming open-world action RPG, Crimson Desert, has achieved significant pre-launch sales figures on Steam. As of March 16, the game has sold nearly 400,000 copies, resulting in gross revenues exceeding $20 million. This data was reported by Alinea Analytics on March 17, 2026.
The game has also garnered substantial interest, with over 3 million wishlists across platforms, placing it among the most anticipated releases of the year. Pearl Abyss expressed gratitude for the support, stating, "3 million wishlists! A huge thank you for making Crimson Desert one of your most anticipated games. We're in the final countdown to March 19—prepare yourselves for the world of Pywel!"
Crimson Desert is set to launch globally on March 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and macOS. The game follows protagonist Kliff and his mercenary band, the Greymanes, across the continent of Pywel in a fully single-player experience.