3MinuteRead | Crimson Desert hits a new Steam peak of over 276,000 players on its second weekend as Pearl Abyss removes AI art and continues to improve divisive controls

Crimson Desert hits a new Steam peak of over 276,000 players on its second weekend as Pearl Abyss removes AI art and continues to improve divisive controls

By Scott Mccrae

Published on March 30, 2026.

Crimson Desert, a new game by Pearl Abyss, has reached a new Steam player count of over 276,000 players on its second weekend. The game, which launched with mixed reviews, saw a significant increase in player numbers following the removal of AI generated assets and improvements in player behavior. A further hotfix has been released addressing player issues.

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