Digs and Dust

@paleochristcon Give it time, I thought it was shit at first but you soon used to the controls

Official verdict. Crimson desert isn't a good game and it's game mechanics suck.

@AlfredoColladoX @dailyhubranx I'll give it a try later, when I turn vsync off, the screen starts tearing all over the place

@dailyhubranx I just try it, night and day.. best mode to play on ps5 pro is “ balance mode with vrr, sinc off. You get 80 fps to 100 fps.

Crimson Desert just dropped Patch 1.00.03… and yeah, this is a BIG one 👀🔥 Here’s what changed 👇 🎮 Performance + visuals • 120Hz mode added on console • Stability improvements across PS5, Xbox, PC • Fixes for upscaling issues (FSR / DLSS bugs) • Multiple crash fixes ⚔️ Combat + bosses • Boss HP and attack reduced • Stamina costs lowered (blocking + abilities) • Parrying now builds stun faster • Some attack patterns adjusted 👉 Overall… combat is less punishing, more fluid 🧭 World + progression • Fast travel expanded (more Abyss Nexuses) • New storage system added (finally) • Gathering is faster and less tedious • Skills unlocked earlier in the game 🎯 Gameplay tweaks • Minigames made easier (archery, arm wrestling) • Lantern range increased (better clue tracking) • Knowledge + progression streamlined 🎮 Controls + feel • Better input responsiveness • Improved jump + UI reaction speed • Keyboard/mouse fixes + shortcuts added 🧠 AI + world behavior • NPC behavior improved • Pets looting fixed • Enemy strongholds now have gameplay effects And yeah… tons of bug fixes everywhere. But THIS is the key part 👇 👉 Devs say this is just the first wave 👉 More changes are already being worked on W patch or still needs more time? 👇

@dihanislam45 @CrimsonDesert_ I didnt get that, when I switched players I was unable to interact with anyone or anything 🤣

@CrimsonDesert_ There is also a glitch when switching characters on the ps5. The glitch gives me unlimited stamina but locks me out of doing any type of missions, this happens randomly after switching characters

#CrimsonDesert patch Version 1.00.03 is rolling out. This patch includes some of the improvements and fixes we were able to prepare first, including changes based on your feedback, like the addition of a Storage at Howling Hill and the beginning of improvements to keyboard and mouse controls. Version 1.00.03 is available for download on Steam. PlayStation, Xbox, EGS, and Mac will follow at a later time, and we'll provide an update in the notice below as soon as they're available. Read the patch notes here: pearlabyss.info/4sq1yEl We are continuing to review and improve various gameplay elements based on your feedback and will bring you more fixed and improvements in subsequent updates! Thank you once again for the feedback and support.

@MrYANITED69 @CrimsonDesert_ Im sure it will be, as soon as they fix it, I'll be back 👍

@DigsAndDust @CrimsonDesert_ Lmao! Just s2-3 patches Nd the game will be evern bettter!

We would like to address questions regarding the use of AI in Crimson Desert. During development, some 2D visual props were created as part of early-stage iteration using experimental AI generative tools. These assets helped us rapidly explore tone and atmosphere in the earlier phases of production. However, our intention has always been for any such assets to be replaced, following final work and review by our art and development teams, with work that aligned with our quality standards and creative direction. Following reports from our community, we have identified that some of these assets were unintentionally included in the final release. This is not in line with our internal standards, and we take full responsibility for it. We also acknowledge that we should have clearly disclosed our use of AI. While these tools were primarily used during early production, with the expectation that these assets would be replaced prior to release, we recognize that this does not excuse the lack of transparency. We sincerely apologize for these oversights. We are currently conducting a comprehensive audit of all in-game assets and are taking steps to replace any affected content. Updated assets will be rolled out in upcoming patches. In parallel, we are reviewing and strengthening our internal processes to ensure greater transparency and consistency in how we communicate with players moving forward.

@MrYANITED69 @CrimsonDesert_ Ive uninstalled it until they fix the bug, cant risk it bricking my Pro

@DigsAndDust @CrimsonDesert_ Today its crazy, happend 4-5 times in a row before it calmed down

@thesev_115 @SynthPotato @CrimsonDesert_ I quite like that 🤣

@DigsAndDust @SynthPotato @CrimsonDesert_

@Grummz Only super nerds have noticed this!! Its a fantasy game ffs! Theres habits, mechanics, dragons, magic and uber nerds are complaining, get a grip ffs!!

Crimson Desert apologize for AI art found in the game. "Our intention as always been for any such assets to be replace, following final work and review by our art and development teams..." - These were 2D props used in "early-stage iteration using experimental AI generative tools." - Used only to rapidly explore "tone and atmosphere in earliest phases of production. - Updated assets will be rolled out in upcoming patches. "We sincerely apologize for these oversights."

@thesev_115 @SynthPotato @CrimsonDesert_ Only super nerds have noticed, no one cares 🤣🤣🤣

@DigsAndDust @SynthPotato @CrimsonDesert_

@redslayerknows @CrimsonDesert_ Ive deleted it to be on the safe side, I remember not long after the PS5 came out there a game that could brick your console, ive had some rotten luck with playstation 5s, my first 2 wouldn't power on for more than 30 seconds, im not risking again haha

@DigsAndDust @CrimsonDesert_ Just as long as it doesn’t hard crash the console, if that happens I would wait, not worth any potential damage.

@SynthPotato @CrimsonDesert_ To complete and utter needs yes, to normal everyday players, no one noticed

@CrimsonDesert_ Absolutely get rid of them, they are lazy and immersion breaking

@MrYANITED69 @CrimsonDesert_ It seems to have happened out of nowhere as well

@CrimsonDesert_ FIX THE BOSS FIGHT CAMERA, FIX THE MAP PAUSE GLITCH!!!!!! I cant even bring up the map and not have my game crash ffs!!!!

@Olasope7 @CrimsonDesert_ This has been haloening to me today, switching to performance mode has worked but im not risking bricking my Pro for this game, I'll uninstall until its fixed

@CrimsonDesert_ 3 crashes in 7 hours of gameplay when opening the map on the PS5 Pro

@redslayerknows @CrimsonDesert_ This is happening to me all the time in balanced mode, switching to performance has made it stable but im not sure I want to risk my Pro any further playing this

@CrimsonDesert_ You got more pressing matters with fixing the state of the game, you do know the games is causing ps5 and pro versions to hard crash and making users repair or rebuild the database because of your game.

@CrimsonDesert_ Who actually cares about this, its a fantasy world, so artwork and painting that seem weird, are in fact totally in keeping with the world, what you need to work on, is the bug that keeps crashing my PS5 pro when im on balanced mode and open the map, its made the game unplayable

@SynthPotato I cant beat that bloody reed guy in the field 🤣🤣🤣 need to level up massively

Impressions of Crimson Desert after 12 hours: - People were right: This game gets MASSIVELY better after 6-8 hours of playtime, Chapter 3 onwards is a massive step up in terms of quest quality and finally lets you loose to explore as you get past the onboarding phase, I am loving it. - Played 6+ hours straight today and I am itching to play even more, Exploration is a blast and has some of the best sense of discovery I've felt in a game since Elden Ring, this is an incredibly well made open world that I want to explore more so badly. I've found so many cool places that I don't wanna spoil - Controls feel natural at this point as well, aside from square being both interact and jump, I am okay with them atp. - I adore how interactive the world feels, the NPCs are not "alive" but they do sell that illusion fairly well, I have spent a ton of time stealing and sneaking into castles to take all their food for heals, and weapons to sell. Also spent a ton of time doing bounties which feel identical to the Red Dead 2 bounties, a great system. - Main quests have actually gotten fun, with interesting scenarios rather than the generic fetch quests that drag down the first 6 hours of this game. The writing is still not good but I am at least interested in the idea of the plot now. - "Reed devil" and "Excavator" boss fights were both fantastic, It's super important to stock up on food before taking on bosses for heals however, so I am now buying food at every possible chance - Side quests quality varies but for the most part, they really are the highlight of the game for me. - While the game is beautiful in clear weather, it feels like most of the time its overcast and the visuals look really drab and quite poor in this weather. Also rain is far too rare in my opinion. - I have not had any game breaking bugs so far, been a smooth experience aside from 1 bug where my Kliff is seemingly never tired, so I am barred from sleeping in my game for some reason. Literally itching to play more tomorrow, Crimson Desert is a flawed game but god does it hit that open world exploration itch for me so well. It's absolutely worth sticking with if you love these types of games!

@ChrisHarte7 @Dee_Batch My TV specifically supports VRR, I use it all the time, the internal settings say HDR on and VRR on.....maybe its a compatability problem with the game, all my other run smooth as butter

@DigsAndDust @Dee_Batch Your TV supports V-Sync not VRR, that’s why… with TVs that support VRR you just use VRR settings and turn off V-Sync

On my PS5 Pro I turned OFF V-Sync, that’s when VRR turns on in Crimson Desert. As soon as I turned V-Sync off I was able to turn on balanced mode and my FPS count went WAY UP!! My balanced mode now performs like performance mode on my TV!!.. #CrimsonDesert #VRR #PS5Pro

@Dee_Batch @ChrisHarte7 Mines the complete opposite, when I have VRR on and Vsync off, the screen constantly screen tears

@ChrisHarte7 Yes cause Vsync looks frame rate. always turn it off for vrr

@JDAlexander3 @JAYGAMING029 Its crazy how many of us turned to the dark side and did this 🤣

@JAYGAMING029 I just know you was throwing the penguins off the cliffs in Mario 64.

The devs cooked when you throw people off cliffs.. pure gold 😂

@Telepathic_hman @CrimsonDesert_ Ive had the same issue on my Samsung QLED, HDR makes it too dark and borderline unplayable, ive had to turn 120hz off as well as HDR

@CrimsonDesert_ Please address these issues, I love the game but having to downgrade my performance in ps5 pro settings just so the game looks clear and sharp with no blur even with motion blur turned off shouldn't have to happen.

Fellow Greymanes, It has been a little over 36 hours since launch, and we would like to start with a sincere thank you to everyone who has been playing Crimson Desert. Since launch, we have been listening closely to your feedback and doing our best to make improvements to the game. In particular, we are aware of the discomfort many players have experienced with the controls, and we are currently preparing a patch to address this. We also want to apologize for not providing keyboard and mouse players with a satisfactory gameplay experience. Please know we are taking your feedback seriously and working to improve your gameplay experience as quickly as possible. If you encounter any other issues while playing, please refer to the notice below for information on how to submit a report: pearlabyss.info/crimsondesertr… We’re following your experiences across issue reports, videos, livestreams, and community discussions. Every report and shared experience helps us make the game better, and we truly appreciate the time you take to share them with us. We'll keep working to make your adventure in Pywel even more enjoyable, and thank you again for your continued support.

@DanielCDolmar @AI_EmeraldApple I dont bloody blame you, that game was brutal, young me was never equipped mentally for it

@DigsAndDust @AI_EmeraldApple I don't usually cheat on puzzles. Happy to have them take 5-6 sessions to figure out. Riven I eventually speed-ran the later 3/4ths while reading the solutions on another screen.

How??? It was the first tutorial puzzle, basically has 3 elements to manipulate, and it should be pretty intuitive just looking at the whole setup of it. I finished it in about 5 minutes... I guess it is more difficult than single-element type puzzles in games like dragon age veilguard, but this really isn't that bad... This was nothing compared to the more brutal puzzles on the 90's games.