Crimson Desert impresses with its exploration and is compared to references like Zelda or Red Dead

The first opinions highlight the freedom and attractiveness of its world.

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Just a few days before its release, Crimson Desert is generating very positive comments among those who have been able to try it out before its launch. Although full reviews have not been published yet, some first impressions are already appearing, and one of the aspects that is catching the most attention is the exploration of its vast open world.

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The game from Pearl Abyss bets on a very large environment where players can move freely while discovering landscapes, cities, and different secrets scattered throughout the continent of Pywel. This feeling of constant curiosity seems to be one of the elements that is standing out the most in these early evaluations.

Early impressions highlight Crimson Desert’s exploration

One of the most commented-on comments comes from John Linneman, known for his work at Digital Foundry. After recently analyzing the game’s performance on console, he also shared his impressions of the exploration experience.

According to him, the game’s world transmits a feeling of discovery that reminds him of some of the most influential open worlds of recent years. Linneman stated that he hadn’t felt such a strong desire to explore a map since games like Red Dead Redemption 2 or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

• Although complete analyses are still pending to evaluate all aspects of the game, this type of comment reflects the potential that its open world could have.

As the first reviews arrive, interest in Crimson Desert continues to grow, especially among those looking for an action-packed adventure with a large map full of places to discover. The game will arrive soon on Xbox Series and other platforms.