Pearl Abyss decided to use its own BlackSpace Engine for Crimson Desert instead of Unreal Engine 5. The studio says having its own engine gives devs more control over the tech and allows them to add or change features without waiting for another company. BlackSpace was built to support the game’s large open world, graphics, and different platforms, Pearl Abyss also plans to use the engine for future projects, including FPS and TPS games. Pearl Abyss says relying on Unreal Engine 5 could have meant waiting for Epic Games to add specific features. With BlackSpace, the studio can make changes directly and work according to its own development schedule.

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Pearl Abyss has revealed more details about the future of its games during a shareholder briefing. The company says it is considering a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Crimson Desert. The game already runs on the console, but the team is still working on improving performance before deciding when or if it will be released on Switch 2. Pearl Abyss also said DokeV is now planned for a late 2028 release. The game is currently being tested to make sure the gameplay is fun and works as expected. The company plans to keep expanding Crimson Desert after launch with story updates and DLC, while continuing work on future projects like DokeV and Plan 8.

Pearl Abyss has released Update 1.11.00 for Crimson Desert, adding several new features and improving existing systems. >More Pets The maximum number of pets has increased from 30 to 100. Up to 50 pets can now stay at your camp at the same time. >More Tools for Companions Companions Damiane and Oongka can now use the Chainsaw and Mining Drill. >Baby Wyvern Improvements Baby wyverns now have their own map icon. Pets keep their names as they grow up. >Recover Lost Rare Items Rare gear obtained from quests and treasure chests can now be bought again from merchants if lost. These replacement items become available after seven days and cost more than the original. >Pinball Minigame Updates The ball is heavier, making it easier to control.

Pearl Abyss has confirmed that a DLC for Crimson Desert is officially in development, but the studio says its immediate focus is improving the core game experience and responding to player feedback. While no release window or details for the DLC have been announced, the devs have several priorities for the coming months: > Story and narrative improvements to strengthen Kliff’s journey and improve the flow of important story moments. >New combat content and additional gameplay features to expand the overall experience. >Ongoing quality-of-life updates, performance enhancements, and other player-requested improvements. Pearl Abyss acknowledged feedback regarding the game’s story and said it is revisiting narrative content to make it more engaging for both new and returning players. The studio stated that it is “hard at work” on the DLC and wants it to be a meaningful addition to the game. The game about to be a completely new game compared to launch at this point