This is what the specialized press thinks of Crimson Desert

The new open-world RPG from Pearl Abyss debuts with very positive reviews and a notable average score.

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Crimson Desert is finally here, and the first reviews from the international press have arrived. The highly anticipated RPG from Pearl Abyss has debuted with a Metascore of 78 on PC, a score that reflects a generally favorable reception, with many critics highlighting its enormous ambition, spectacular open world, and deep combat system.

On Generación Xbox, the game has received a score of 94, becoming one of the highest ratings among specialized media.

A massive open world that has surprised critics

Most of the press agrees that Crimson Desert stands out especially for its open world, full of activities, secrets, and great freedom to explore. Many reviews also highlight the game’s scale, which allows for over 100 hours of playtime.

• Gameliner — 100

• Gamers Heroes — 100

• The Outerhaven — 100

• Vice — 100

• Forbes — 95

• DualShockers — 95

• GamingTrend — 95

• JeuxActu — 95

• Generación Xbox — 94

• Areajugones — 90

• ComicBook — 90

• But Why Tho? — 90

• Gamesurf — 90

• Hardcore Gamer — 90

• MMORPG.com — 90

• Loot Level Chill — 90

• SteamDeckHQ — 90

• The Games Machine — 90

• Windows Central — 90

• LevelUp — 90

• Game8 — 88

• DayOne — 85

• Destructoid — 85

• IGN Benelux — 85

• IGN Brasil — 85

• Press Start Australia — 85

• IGN Italia — 85

• Merlin’in Kazanı — 85

• COGconnected — 84

• ElDesmarque — 84

• Combo Infinito — 80

• Digital Spy — 80

• GameGrin — 80

• GAMES.CH — 80

• Gamereactor UK — 80

• GamesRadar+ — 80

• Gamer.no — 80

• Gaming Boulevard — 80

• GAMINGbible — 80

• IGN Adria — 80

• IGN France — 80

• Radio Times — 80

• TechRadar Gaming — 80

• TrueGaming — 80

• Hobby Consolas — 80

• GamingBolt — 80

• Game Rant — 80

• PC Gamer — 80

• Gameblog.fr — 80

One of the most ambitious proposals of the year

Despite these reviews, most media agree on one thing: Crimson Desert is a massive, ambitious, and different game that bets on player freedom and a living world full of possibilities.

Many reviews also agree that, with future updates and improvements, the title could end up consolidating itself as one of the great RPGs of this generation.