Pearl Abyss Reportedly Rejects PS5 Exclusivity Deal for Crimson Desert

Pearl Abyss, the developer behind the highly anticipated action-adventure game Crimson Desert, has reportedly declined a PlayStation exclusivity deal with Sony. This decision maintains the game's multi-platform release strategy.

Maintaining Independence: Self-Publishing Crimson Desert

Pearl Abyss confirmed its commitment to self-publishing Crimson Desert, a strategy deemed more profitable in their recent earnings call. While appreciative of partnerships, the developer emphasized its focus on independent publishing and ongoing collaborations with various partners.

Upcoming Showcases and Release Details

A playable build of Crimson Desert will be showcased to media this week in Paris, followed by a public unveiling at G-Star in November. Despite speculation, Pearl Abyss clarifies that no official release date has been set. While a definitive platform list is pending, a PC, PlayStation, and Xbox release is anticipated around Q2 2025. Reports of a previous Sony exclusivity offer, aiming to keep Crimson Desert off Xbox for a period, were confirmed, but ultimately rejected by Pearl Abyss in favor of self-publishing.