Crimson Desert is making an exceptionally strong debut on Steam. According to data from Alinea Analytics, the game has already sold nearly 400,000 pre-order copies, translating to an estimated revenue of approximately $20 million solely from these advance purchases.
These figures are particularly remarkable given that they represent sales from just one platform, with the game also slated for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Player enthusiasm for Crimson Desert appears undeterred, even amidst discussions regarding console versions, potential performance issues on lower-end PCs, and the inclusion of Denuvo anti-tamper technology.
Notably, roughly 10% of all sales occurred within a single 24-hour period, indicating a significant segment of players are willing to commit without waiting for initial reviews. Should current projections hold, Crimson Desert is poised for a stronger launch than anticipated titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 or Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Ultimately, its long-term success will hinge on the technical polish and the reception of early reviews following the full version’s official release.