Crimson Desert is getting a DLC this year and a Switch 2 port in 2027

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Crimson Desert is getting a DLC this year and a Switch 2 port in 2027

The release of financial results from Pearl Abyss, the studio behind the highly acclaimed Crimson Desert, has revealed some interesting details.

While we knew of the existence of a DLC for their new flagship title, its release date was a mystery. However, various published reports have revealed several interesting details.

First, the game sold 2.1 million copies in the second quarter of 2026. Next, regarding the DLC, which doesn't have an official name yet, the targeted release window is the third quarter of 2026. Finally, we’ve learned that the Switch 2 version is now playable, and that the game is slated for release on Nintendo’s new console in the first half of 2027.

Source: pearlabyss.com

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