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Pearl Abyss Crimson Desert DLC and Platform Roadmap
Pearl Abyss's Q2 2026 earnings report details Crimson Desert's first DLC timeline, a first-half 2027 Switch 2 port window, and plans for multiplayer modes and future franchise sequels.
- Crimson Desert's 'Charting the Unknown' Expansion Delayed to October 29
Pearl Abyss has delayed the release of Crimson Desert's first major expansion, 'Charting the Unknown,' from October 15 to October 29 to 'polish and stabilize' the game. The delay follows the studio's announcement on social media and Steam, citing the need for additional development time. The expansion introduces ocean exploration, house-building, and new storylines set in Pywel.
- Pearl Abyss Details Crimson Desert DLC Timeline, Switch 2 Plans, and Long-Term Franchise Ambitions
Pearl Abyss's Q2 2026 earnings report confirms the first Crimson Desert DLC is targeted for release this year, reveals a first-half 2027 window for the Switch 2 port, and outlines the company's interest in multiplayer modes and potential sequels for the franchise.