Crimson Desert on Xbox will include the PC version, but without Xbox Play Anywhere label for now

The console version will share purchases with PC, although there are still important details to be confirmed.

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Crimson Desert continues to reveal new details ahead of its console release in just a few weeks, and one of the most interesting aspects concerns its distribution within the Xbox ecosystem. According to available information, the Xbox version will also include access to the PC version, something that doesn’t always happen and is highly valued by many players.

This move comes with an important clarification: the game still doesn’t have the official Xbox Play Anywhere label. This means that, although the purchase covers both platforms, full compatibility in aspects like shared progression, synchronized achievements, or cross-saves has not been confirmed yet.

What it means for Crimson Desert to include the PC version on Xbox

The fact that the Xbox purchase gives access to the PC version is positive news, as it points to a more flexible strategy by Pearl Abyss. However, the absence of the Xbox Play Anywhere label leaves some typical elements of that program up in the air, which are only guaranteed when the label is clearly indicated in the store.

• For now, it hasn’t been detailed if there will be progress synchronization, saved games, or cross-platform purchases, nor if this situation will change before the release. It also hasn’t been confirmed if the label could be added later, something that has already happened with other titles after their release.

We’ll have to stay tuned for future official updates, as this type of compatibility is a decisive factor for many Xbox and PC players seeking a unified experience across platforms.