Crimson Desert update 1.18.01 is now rolling out as an all-platform hotfix, addressing several issues following the previous update. The patch fixes an interaction delay involving NPCs and lanterns, restores housing items placed in earlier game versions, and addresses an issue that could cause the game to unexpectedly close after launching.
The hotfix also corrects certain areas that were being displayed incorrectly on the map. The update is available now on most supported platforms, while the Mac App Store version is still in progress.
Patch Details
- Fixed an issue where speaking to an NPC while the lantern was lit could delay the opening of the interaction menu.
- Fixed an issue where housing items placed in game version 1.12.00 or earlier were not displayed.
- Fixed an issue where the game could unexpectedly close after launching in certain situations.
- Fixed an issue where certain areas were displayed incorrectly on the map.
Update Availability
- Steam on PC: Patch available now.
- Steam on Mac: Patch available now.
- PlayStation: Patch available now.
- Xbox: Patch available now.
- Epic Games Store: Patch available now.
- Mac App Store: Patch available at a later time and currently in progress.
Crimson Desert was released on March 19, 2026, for Windows, macOS, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game is developed and published by Pearl Abyss.
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