Ocean Exploration Expansion
Crimson Desert reveals Charting the Unknown expansion introducing ocean exploration and submarines for October 2026 release.
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Preorders are available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, with a 10% discount for console preorders, plus two exclusive launch cosmetics: Charter’s Diving Set for Kliff and Oongka, and Charter’s Light Diving Set for Damiane.
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The worldwide release is set for October 15, 2026, with region-specific launch times (for example, global release around 10:00 PM UTC on Oct 15 with the UK at 11:00 PM BST and Europe around midnight; some listings show 6:00 PM ET / 10:00 PM UTC / midnight CEST on Oct 16).
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Charting the Unknown reintroduces Kliff, Oongka, and Damiane as returning characters, shaping new paths within the expansion’s story.
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In addition to land-based content, the DLC expands into underwater and naval gameplay, including piloting submarines, diving for treasures, encountering sharks, and even giant underwater dragons.
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The expansion is priced at $24.99 (and £19.99 in the UK), with preorders offering exclusive cosmetic items at launch.
Pearl Abyss is launching Charting the Unknown, the first major DLC for Crimson Desert, on October 15, 2026, priced at $24.99 MP1st. The expansion shifts the game's focus from land-based adventure to ocean exploration, introducing underwater diving, submarine piloting, and naval combat alongside new story chapters featuring returning characters Inviscion Community.
Preorders are live now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store, offering a 10% console discount plus exclusive cosmetics like the Charter's Diving Set VGChartz. Players will explore uncharted islands, hunt underwater treasures, encounter giant dragons beneath the waves, and manage upgraded housing facilities across Pywel MMORPG.
Ocean Exploration Transforms Crimson Desert's Gameplay
Charting the Unknown pivots the game toward water-based content. Players will pilot submarines, dive for buried treasures, and face sharks and colossal underwater dragons Archynetys. The expansion reintroduces fan-favorite characters Kliff, Oongka, and Damiane, weaving them into new political stories and encounters that span both land and sea Inviscion Community.
Housing and Social Features Add New Management Layer
The DLC upgrades Crimson Desert's housing system, allowing players to rent and manage facilities across Pywel MMORPG. New customization options let players personalize their properties and claim a stake in the world's economy. This social-ownership angle gives players agency beyond combat, mirroring trends in modern MMORPGs where community spaces matter.
Exclusive Cosmetics and Multi-Platform Release Strategy
Preorder buyers receive two exclusive cosmetic sets: the Charter's Diving Set for Kliff and Oongka, and the Charter's Light Diving Set for Damiane MP1st. The worldwide launch happens October 15 around 10:00 PM UTC, with region-specific times: 11:00 PM BST for the UK and midnight CEST for Europe VGChartz. Console preorders include a 10% discount, emphasizing Pearl Abyss's push to expand Crimson Desert across PS5, Xbox, and PC Inviscion Community.
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