Developer Pearl Abyss is aiming to bring its upcoming open-world action title, Crimson Desert, to the Switch 2 in the first half of 2027.
In a recent earnings letter to shareholders, the studio detailed its strategy for the game's long-term success, which includes planned DLC, strategic pricing, and broader platform expansion. Pearl Abyss emphasized that bringing the title to Nintendo's next-gen hardware won't be a basic port, but rather a tailored build designed to maintain the game's visual fidelity, combat, and seamless open world.
According to the letter, Crimson Desert is already in a playable state on Switch 2 hardware, though further optimization is required:
"In the case of Switch 2, while optimization is required, the game is currently playable at a foundational level, and technical evaluations are underway to ensure performance optimization and compliance with our quality standards. While it is difficult to confirm a definitive launch schedule at this time, we are working toward a release targeted for the first half of 2027."
The studio's push toward a Nintendo release has been in motion for several months. During a shareholders' meeting in March, CEO Heo Jin-young confirmed that internal R&D was already exploring a potential port, acknowledging that while the system's specs require some graphical compromises compared to main consoles, the team remains keenly interested in supporting the platform.
What We Know So Far
Pearl Abyss confirmed that the game is being built for Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, with improved visuals, new mechanics, and environments designed around the storybook theme.
We wanted to create a world that feels like stepping into a storybook — full of wonder, surprises, and discovery around every corner.
— Pearl Abyss
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