The release of Crimson Desert, a highly anticipated current-gen game by the year 2026, has been met with negative reaction due to the game's user experience and interface issues. The open-world adventure game quickly became a commercial success, with over 2 million sales in its opening days and generally positive reviews. However, the game has been criticized for its lack of consistency and user experience. The game currently holds a user score of 7.7 on Metacritic, which is considered a strong but a bit shy of what usually seen from game of the year contenders. The developer, Pearl Abyss, has pledged to provide frequent patches and updates to address bugs, frustrating pain points, and user experiences.