Crimson Desert release countdown: Exact date and time

Crimson Desert, a massive open world title by Pearl Abyss, is just around the corner. It promises a huge open world and an unforgettable adventure. And since hype only continues to grow around it, many have begun wondering when exactly they can start playing the game. Thankfully, the studio revealed all the information we need, so here's everything you need to know about Crimson Desert's release date. Crimson Desert release date countdown Image via Pearl Abyss Crimson Desert comes out on March 19, as confirmed by Pearl Abyss on its official website. The game is going to be available on all major platforms, including PC, Xbox Series S/X and, naturally, the PlayStation 5. It promises loads of optimizations and stable performance across the board while maintaining its visual fidelity, so no matter where you play it, you're likely going to get the best experience. Our countdown below targets March 19 at 5pm CDT, since that is when the game unlocks for folks at the heart of the United States. [hurrytimer id="1193377"] Other timezones will be getting the game on the same day at the following times: 3pm PDT6pm ET10pm UTC11pm CET Those in the east will have to wait until March 20 to get the game at: 1am TRT6am CST7am JST Crimson Desert is an action-adventure game developed by Pearl Abyss, a Korean studio best-known for its work on the popular Black Desert Online MMO. It's the studio's first singleplayer, story-driven game, and one that has got millions at the edge of their seats. The post Crimson Desert release countdown: Exact date and time appeared first on Destructoid.

Mar 18, 2026 - 06:05

Crimson Desert release countdown: Exact date and time

Crimson Desert, a massive open world title by Pearl Abyss, is just around the corner. It promises a huge open world and an unforgettable adventure.

And since hype only continues to grow around it, many have begun wondering when exactly they can start playing the game. Thankfully, the studio revealed all the information we need, so here's everything you need to know about Crimson Desert's release date.

Crimson Desert release date countdown

Image via Pearl Abyss
Crimson Desert comes out on March 19, as confirmed by Pearl Abyss on its official website. The game is going to be available on all major platforms, including PC, Xbox Series S/X and, naturally, the PlayStation 5. It promises loads of optimizations and stable performance across the board while maintaining its visual fidelity, so no matter where you play it, you're likely going to get the best experience.

Our countdown below targets March 19 at 5pm CDT, since that is when the game unlocks for folks at the heart of the United States.

[hurrytimer id="1193377"] Other timezones will be getting the game on the same day at the following times:

3pm PDT
6pm ET
10pm UTC
11pm CET

Those in the east will have to wait until March 20 to get the game at:

1am TRT
6am CST
7am JST

Crimson Desert is an action-adventure game developed by Pearl Abyss, a Korean studio best-known for its work on the popular Black Desert Online MMO. It's the studio's first singleplayer, story-driven game, and one that has got millions at the edge of their seats.

The post Crimson Desert release countdown: Exact date and time appeared first on Destructoid.

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