Crimson Desert update 2.04.06 is rolling out across all platforms, bringing fixes for crashes, framerate drops, and several gameplay issues. The hotfix addresses an AMD-specific crash in Pailune when using the Cinematic option with driver version 26.10.1. It also improves performance in certain areas, with further work planned to address framerate drops during specific situations and content.
The update also fixes problems with pioneering missions, naval combat, item transfers, and Free Construction mode. Players can now restore the Lumen Sword if it was previously destroyed, while several character abilities, sound effects, and interface issues have been addressed. The patch is currently available on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox, with the Epic Games Store and Mac App Store releases still in progress.
Crimson Desert Update 2.04.06 Patch Notes
Update Availability
- Steam (PC): Patch available now.
- Steam (Mac): Patch available now.
- PlayStation: Patch available now.
- Xbox: Patch available now.
- Epic Games Store: Patch will be available at a later time.
- Mac App Store: Patch will be available at a later time.
Performance and Crash Fixes
- Fixed an AMD-related crash in Pailune when the Cinematic option was enabled while using driver version 26.10.1.
- Fixed an issue causing framerate drops in certain areas.
- Further improvements are planned to address framerate drops in specific situations and during certain content.
- Fixed an occasional crash when diving as Damiane with the language set to Latin American Spanish.
- Fixed an issue that caused the game to return to the title screen when gifting multiple items to an NPC.
- Fixed an occasional crash when approaching a house built in Free Construction mode under certain conditions.
Mission and Gameplay Fixes
- Fixed an issue preventing players from completing a previous mission after sending out two or more pioneering missions.
- Fixed an issue where pioneering missions would not complete when a ship was near the anchorage.
- Fixed an issue where Abyss Cressets at Secret Places and Ruins in the ocean did not function properly.
- Fixed an issue where the Level 5 management popularity reward effect was not applied to all characters.
- Fixed an issue where the Camel Constellation appeared in an inaccessible area.
- Fixed an issue where the Lumen Sword could be destroyed under certain conditions.
- The Lumen Sword can now be restored if it was previously destroyed.
- Fixed an issue where characters moved to an abnormal position when disembarking from a ship or rowboat.
- Fixed an issue preventing the Constellation Helm from being used while swimming.
- Fixed an issue where Oongka’s Ascended Devastation ability did not apply to certain weapons.
Naval Combat and Ship Fixes
- Fixed an issue where Kite Pirates could enter the Assault Ship of the East.
- Fixed an issue where crew members aboard ships would speak excessively.
- Fixed an issue where some trade goods disappeared when transferred from a ship to a wagon.
- Fixed an issue where the reload sound effect played multiple times when all cannons were fully charged during naval combat.
- Rewards are not granted when defeating the Phanton Ship and the Drunken Catfish.
Visual, Audio, and Interface Fixes
- Fixed an issue where some sound effects did not play while diving under certain conditions.
- Fixed unnatural-looking entrance terrain near the location of the Knight of Void.
- Fixed an issue where outlaw icons did not appear on the World Map and Minimap.
- Fixed an issue where skill descriptions and videos did not appear when accessed immediately after learning a skill.
- Fixed an issue where the screen remained black when entering Free Construction mode under certain conditions.
Crimson Desert was released on March 19, 2026, for PC, macOS, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game was developed and published by Pearl Abyss.
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