Pearl Abyss unleashes nearly an hour of Crimson Desert direct gameplay footage
Pearl Abyss has released a new lengthy look at their upcoming open-world action RPG Crimson Desert with over 52-minutes of uninterrupted gameplay footage. The developers have distinctly mentioned that this is from the early parts of the game.
Players step into the shoes of Kliff, the captain of the Greymanes. His main objective in Crimson Desert is to traverse through the land to reunite with his scattered comrades to fulfill an overarching, undisclosed mission.
After a violent flashback to start off the video, people see a fair bit of open-world traversal as Kliff heads to a nearby town to meet with an alchemist. Several story cutscenes occur which has Kliff freefalling through the sky before summong some sort of crow glider.
A fierce duel with an armored knight occurs shortly thereafter. Another segment that follows that is a stealth mission that has Kliff taking out a bandit group quietly to rescue a healer.
Get an extensive look at Crimson Desert down below. It is "aiming for a global release on console and PC platforms", though no release date has been shared yet, nor has the specific consoles it will release on has been disclosed.
Korean publisher and developer Pearl Abyss released today an extensive 50-minute gameplay video for its upcoming open world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, offering fans an in-depth look at the expansive world of Pywel. This new footage provides an overview of the game’s vast, detailed landscapes, intense combat mechanics, and captivating narrative, further heightening excitement for the upcoming title.
Step into the Engrossing Storyline of Kliff of the Greymanes
The gameplay begins with Kliff, the game’s protagonist and leader of the Greymanes, embroiled in a fierce skirmish against the brutal Black Bears. The violent assault separates and scatters Kliff and his comrades Oongka, Yann, and Naira.
In the city of Hernand, Kliff is guided to the mysterious realm known as the Abyss. In it, Kliff encounters the enigmatic Alustin and White Crow who bestows upon him a new and powerful gliding ability.The story’s intensity escalates as Kliff engages in a tense duel in Hernand and then also receives a request to investigate an incident there. During his journey, he crosses paths with the Goldleaf Merchants, and the story culminates in a heart-pounding battle against Split Horn, a formidable enemy who wields devastating and lightning-fast wind-based attacks.
Experience the Enormous Open World of Pywel
In addition to the rich narrative, the video showcases the expansive open world of Crimson Desert. Viewers witness Kliff navigating diverse terrains on foot, galloping across vast landscapes on horseback, and gliding through the skies — each environment brimming with detail and life.
With this latest gameplay video, Pearl Abyss aims to deepen players’ understanding and anticipation of Crimson Desert, following the positive reception of the game’s first public hands-on demo at Gamescom 2024 by delving deeper into the open-world setting of the game.
This footage further reveals the depth and variety of the game’s combo-heavy combat system. Whether engaging in intense one-on-one duels or massive battles against dozens of aggressive foes, Crimson Desert promises an exhilarating, tactical combat experience. The preview is further enhanced by immersive cutscenes and voice acting, bringing the world of Crimson Desert to life.
The company remains committed to delivering a high-quality gaming experience that captivates players worldwide.