Pearl Abyss brings a new Crimson Desert demo to gamescom 2025
Pearl Abyss has confirmed its presence at gamescom 2025, running from 20 to 24 August in Cologne. Attendees will be able to try a brand-new Crimson Desert action-RPG demo and score exclusive merchandise.
“We’re excited to unveil a new public demo of Crimson Desert at gamescom 2025. We want every guest to feel immersed in the world of Pywel and leave eager for launch,” said Laibi Pak, Managing Director of Pearl Abyss Europe.
Recent rumours hint that the show might reveal the official release date, as the studio aims to launch the game in November 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure following Clive, leader of the Grey Mane mercenaries, across the harsh continent of Pywel. Built on the proprietary BlackSpace engine, it promises a cinematic story, spectacular combat and cutting-edge visuals.
Key points
- New playable demo: hands-on for all gamescom visitors.
- Exclusive merch: giveaways at the Pearl Abyss booth.
- Release-date reveal? Rumoured announcement for November 2025.
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S.
- BlackSpace engine: next-gen graphics and dynamic combat.
