Pearl Abyss has released Crimson Desert Update 1.17.00, delivering another round of bug fixes and stability improvements across all supported platforms. The update focuses on resolving issues affecting progression, combat, the user interface, and localization.
The patch is available now on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and the Epic Games Store, while the Mac App Store version remains in progress.
Patch Notes
Content
- Fixed an issue where progress toward the Desperate Rescue challenge was not counted correctly.
- Fixed an issue where an unintended item was assigned to the quick slot after all assigned food had been consumed.
- Fixed an issue where the unique effects of special headgear did not activate correctly in specific situations.
Combat and Action
- Fixed an issue where footstep sound effects could overlap.
- Fixed an issue where player movement animations could occasionally stutter while moving.
User Interface
- Fixed an issue where unobtainable treasure chest icons appeared on the map.
- Fixed an issue where trade routes displayed incorrectly on the map.
Localization
- Fixed various localization errors.
- Improved localization quality across all supported languages.
Stability
- Implemented various bug fixes and overall stability improvements.
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure game developed and published by Pearl Abyss. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and macOS. Update 1.17.00 is available now on Steam, Steam for Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, and the Epic Games Store, while the Mac App Store version is still rolling out.
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