We got a 2nd Crimson Desert overview, this one focusing on the game’s progression systems and combat.
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Crimson Deserrt has released a 2nd overview video, this one focusing on the game’s combat and progression systems. The first overview introduced us to the story and characters. I recently recorded an interview with Will Powers who works at the Pearl Abyss Studio, as well.
Here are the key talking points from the video, per the Pearl Abyss press release:
- Combat Shaped by Player Choice – In addition to weapons and skills earned through progression, players can adapt to each encounter, including utilizing different mounts and leveraging the environment.
- Weapons Arsenal – Players can wield a sword and shield, spear, great sword, axe, and several ranged weapons, each offering distinct strengths and combat tactics. Weapons can be purchased, discovered through exploration, earned as boss and quest rewards, or crafted directly.
- Fluid Combo System – Combat allows players to chain combos using hand-to-hand techniques, kicks, grapples, and armed moves. Weapons can be enhanced with elemental effects such as fire and ice for added strategic depth.
- Timing-Based Defense – By reading enemy movements and attack patterns, players can execute precisely timed guards and evasions, creating openings for counterattacks.
- Character Progression – Character growth is driven by fragments of the Abyss, a key resource used to unlock and enhance skills. Fragments can be obtained by defeating powerful bosses or discovered throughout the world of Pywel, while certain abilities can be learned directly through exploration or by completing certain quests.
- Equipment Upgrades and Customization – Weapons and gear can be upgraded using materials from mining, boss encounters, quests, and exploration. Some bosses drop exclusive equipment and costumes, with certain items granting signature skills tied to those encounters.
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