Pearl Abyss has pulled the curtain back on a breathtaking new gameplay trailer for their highly anticipated single-player open-world action RPG, Crimson Desert. Presented at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live event on August 22, the trailer utilizes Pearl Abyss’s custom BlackSpace Engine, putting the spotlight on the game’s remarkable visuals, smooth combat, and expansive open world.
Pearl Abyss’s Proprietary BlackSpace Engine
Building on the momentum from its initial debut in 2020, the latest gameplay trailer of Crimson Desert, presented in breathtaking 4K. The protagonist, Kliff, leads players through the mysterious region of “Hernand,” setting the stage for a journey packed with exploration and excitement.
What sets the game apart, however, is its extraordinary graphical quality. Developed on Pearl Abyss’s next-generation “BlackSpace Engine,” Crimson Desert flaunts visuals that verge on reality, with stunning particle effects and more.
Inside Crimson Desert
The trailer begins with our hero, Kliff, guiding a team of mercenaries through the enigmatic lands of Hernand. Suddenly, the group is waylaid by bandits, and Kliff must fend for his life. The fight sequences are rapid and graceful, as Kliff demonstrates a diverse arsenal of weapons and special moves to defeat his foes.
Beyond the action, the trailer offers a glimpse into the game’s vast and varied world. Players will get to journey through diverse landscapes like lush forests, towering mountains, and scorching deserts. Interaction with a wide range of characters, both friend and foe, will bring the world to life.
The trailer also highlights breathtaking skydiving, skillful climbing of buildings and trees, and engaging mini-games like fishing, arm-wrestling, and taming wild horses.
The Next Triple A Title
Pearl Abyss, known for creating MMO games, is expanding its portfolio with Crimson Desert, an ambitious new single-player campaign game. This project opens up a multitude of possibilities for the company and is quickly shaping up to be a must-play title as seen with the reaction of the viewers during the GamesCom.
For those itching for more, here is the game trailer.