Crimson Desert Surpasses 2 Million Sales in First 24 Hours

Pearl Abyss's latest action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, has achieved over 2 million sales within 24 hours of its release on March 19, 2026. The company expressed gratitude to its global player base, stating, "We are incredibly humbled to share that #CrimsonDesert has sold through 2 million copies worldwide. Thank you so much to our fans, community, and everyone who has joined us in Pywel."

Despite the strong sales figures, the game's reception has been mixed. On Steam, Crimson Desert holds a "Mixed" rating based on 6,850 user reviews. Critics have praised the game's visuals and engaging combat but noted issues with quality-of-life features and combat balance. The PC version has a Metacritic score of 78, indicating generally favorable reviews.

The game's release has also impacted Pearl Abyss's financial standing. Following the launch, the company's shares dropped nearly 30%, falling from ₩65,600 to ₩46,000 in a single trading day. This decline occurred despite the game's solid critical reception, suggesting investor concerns over unmet expectations.

Pearl Abyss has acknowledged the feedback and committed to ongoing improvements. "We will listen closely to the wide range of feedback shared by the community and work to make improvements quickly, doing our utmost to make the journey ahead even more enjoyable for our players," the company stated.

Crimson Desert is available on macOS, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S platforms.