Crimson Desert on Xbox Series X and Series S: how both versions work on consoles

The technical data of the game on Xbox are already known and the differences between both consoles are clear.

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With Crimson Desert now available on Xbox Series, the first technical data is starting to emerge, revealing how the game performs on each console. And the truth is, there are some notable differences between Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, both in terms of resolution and graphics options.

Pearl Abyss’ title offers several modes on the more powerful console, while on Series S, it opts for a more streamlined experience to maintain performance.

Crimson Desert on Xbox Series: Resolution, Modes, and Performance

On Xbox Series X, the game includes three graphics modes:

• Quality Mode: Native 1440p (upscaled to 4K) at 30 FPS
• Balanced Mode: Around 40 FPS
• Performance Mode: 1080p with a frame rate that fluctuates between 45 and 60 FPS

This allows players to choose between better visual fidelity or a smoother experience, with the performance mode being the most stable in terms of response.

On Xbox Series S, the options are more limited:

• Quality Mode: 1080p at 30 FPS
• Performance Mode: 720p at around 40 FPS

Here, the cutbacks are evident, especially in terms of resolution, although the game maintains a fairly stable frame rate within its limitations.

In practice, the difference is quite noticeable depending on the console you use. On Xbox Series X, you can choose how you want to play: with better image quality or with more fluidity, maintaining a high visual level and a more stable experience overall. On the other hand, on Xbox Series S, the game is still perfectly playable, but it feels more cut back, with lower resolution and less room to prioritize performance or quality, which is particularly noticeable on larger screens or in more demanding scenes.

Overall, Crimson Desert offers a more complete experience on Xbox Series X, while on Series S, it prioritizes maintaining a balance between performance and visual quality within its hardware limitations.