Crimson Desert update 1.02.00 introduces several meaningful gameplay improvements, including expanded private storage capacity tied to camp progression and new customization options such as headgear visibility. The update also refines controls by adding a Movement Controls option, giving players more flexibility in how traversal feels during gameplay.
Alongside these additions, the patch delivers a wide range of bug fixes, UI enhancements, and performance improvements across PC, console, and Mac platforms. From combat responsiveness to graphical upgrades, the update focuses on polishing the overall experience, even if some platform rollouts are still ongoing.
Patch Notes
Major Updates
- Added Headgear Visibility option with multiple display settings
- Expanded private storage capacity up to 1000 slots based on Greymane camp progression
- Starting capacity set at 240 slots
- Incremental increases through five camp expansion stages
- Introduced Movement Controls option with Basic and Classic configurations
- Added Abyss Nexus in Pailune
- Improved visibility of explosive barrels when using Light Reflection skill or lantern
- Updated certain gimmick monster designs
Content
- Expanded private storage progression system tied to camp upgrades
- Added one new armor set and helmet for cats
- Improved Abyss Skybridge Gates to allow teleportation after restoration
Controls and Combat
- Added Movement Controls setting with two modes
- Basic controls use hold-to-sprint acceleration
- Classic controls use repeated input for sprint acceleration
- Adjusted mount stamina consumption based on selected control scheme
- Improved Abyss Nexus usability while slightly moving
- Enhanced Flight skill activation when holding jump mid-air
- Improved jump responsiveness after attacks
- Added Escape key guide for elemental status effects
- Fixed Focus state not canceling during Aerial Roll in flight
- Fixed weapon draw issues in Demeniss Castle
- Fixed boss teleport distance inconsistencies
- Fixed Double Boost horse ability activation
- Fixed parry issues with two-handed swords during Focus
- Fixed camera auto-turn when aiming tools near enemies
- Fixed interaction issues when specific tools were equipped
- Fixed unintended horse speed exploit via sprint input
Quests
- Fixed Chapter 6 progression issue after boss defeat with save and load conditions
- Fixed quest progression issue when required item was sold before starting quest
- Fixed Chapter 11 issue where Inserted Key could disappear from inventory
NPC and Dialogue
- Fixed issue where certain quest-related NPCs would not appear
UI Fixes and Improvements
- Improved item use notifications for direct selection
- Updated shop UI to prioritize sellable items
- Reorganized key guide display for better clarity
- Separated Save Game and Load Game menus with slot labels
- Fixed minimap scale resetting while riding at high speed
- Fixed mouse cursor disappearing in storage menu on keyboard and mouse
- Fixed item movement issues in horse inventory
- Fixed unresponsive or visually inconsistent menu interactions
- Fixed crashes related to UI and menu usage
- Added Stow Weapon key guide display during mounted combat
Graphics and Settings
- Added Headgear Visibility settings with multiple display options
- Improved FSR upscaling quality across supported platforms
- Applied FSR SDK 2.2 on PC
- Improved FSR Frame Generation quality on PC
- Fixed GPU memory usage issues with DLSS settings
- Improved GPU load and reduced shimmering with FSR RR and DLSS RR
- Fixed ray traced reflection rendering issues
- Fixed screen flickering with DLAA and HDR enabled
- Fixed character face rendering issues on low settings indoors
- Applied upgraded PSSR Sharpen and Native AA on PlayStation 5 Pro
- Added 4K upscaling option to Performance Mode on Xbox Series X
- Fixed V Sync behavior issue on Xbox
Performance and Stability
- Fixed multiple crashes and stability issues across all platforms
- Improved overall performance optimization
Localization
- Fixed localization errors and improved text quality across languages
Other Fixes
- Fixed missing walls in Corridors of the Void
- Improved positional audio behavior with camera movement
- Fixed weapon visibility issue with Stab ability when unarmed
- Added license information access in Credits UI
- Fixed audio volume drop during certain minigames
- Fixed distorted background audio in specific scenarios
Crimson Desert launched on March 19, 2026, and is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and macOS. Patch 1.02.00 is currently available on Steam and Epic Games Store, with rollout to PlayStation, Xbox, and Mac App Store in progress.
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