Just ten days after its monumental launch, the South Korean sensation Crimson Desert from Pearl Abyss has received its fifth post-release revision. The new patch, version 1.01.00, released on March 28, 2026, directly addresses the most frequent player feedback while expanding travel options across the vast world of Pywel. If you’ve fallen for its breathtaking visuals and visceral combat—reminiscent of The Witcher 3 blended with the epic scale of Dragon’s Dogma—this content drop and technical polish will be a welcome sight, especially for PlayStation 5 players.
Legendary Beasts and Boss Steeds: New Mounts in Action
The headline feature of this update is the addition of five unique mounts that players can unlock and summon after meeting specific conditions. Traveling across Pywel has gained a new dimension, especially since townspeople no longer fear tamed animals, allowing you to ride freely through settlements.
- Legendary Animals: White Bear, Silver Fang, Snowwhite Deer.
- Boss Mounts: Rock Tusk Warthog, Icicle Edge Alpine Ibex.
Players who managed to capture these legendary animals prior to the patch haven’t been forgotten—they will retroactively receive the corresponding summoning items in their “Extra Rewards List” upon logging in.
Ending the “Clunky” Movement: A Control Revolution
One of the most criticized aspects at launch was the control scheme, which many early adopters described as overengineered and inconsistent. Pearl Abyss has tackled this head-on. Movement speed for both the character and horses now increases by either holding or simply tapping the run key once. This eliminates the frustrating slowdown that occurred whenever the button was released.
Flight has also seen major improvements. Gliding is now smoother, with the character no longer pausing before takeoff, and stamina consumption has been significantly reduced. Furthermore, you can now use equipped gear while airborne. The Aerial Stab skill has been balanced; while still a fun movement mechanic, its stamina cost now increases with consecutive uses to prevent unintended “infinite” flight.
Quality of Life and Crafting: Saving Time and Nerves
Patch 1.01.00 introduces dozens of small tweaks that make for a much smoother gameplay loop:
- “Make Now” Function: Cook food or craft items immediately upon selecting a recipe without having to manually pick ingredients.
- Bulk Storage: A new shortcut (Shift+RMB on PC / Square on PS5 / X on Xbox) moves all selected items from your inventory to private storage instantly.
- Refinement Tokens: A new item allowing players to temper equipment up to Stage 4 without consuming any additional materials.
- World Interactions: Wells now provide 5 units of water at once, and loot from felled trees or mined ores can be collected immediately.
Technical Prowess: Forced 4K for PS5
On the technical side, optimization has shortened loading times during respawns and Fast Travel. PlayStation 5 owners receive an exclusive “Fixed 4K Output” option. This forces the game to render at 4K resolution regardless of the display’s native support, resulting in a much sharper image via supersampling. On the base PS5 in Performance Mode, this feature automatically utilizes FSR upscaling.
A clever change has also been made to the crime system. Your “Contribution” stat will no longer decrease for criminal acts unless an NPC actually witnesses the deed. Enjoy your stealthy kleptomania just make sure no one is watching!
Redakční pohled
Crimson Desert has only been out for a short while, but the speed at which Pearl Abyss is deploying fixes is impressive. It’s clear the developers are genuinely listening to the community—the control overhaul was absolutely vital, as movement was previously the biggest hurdle in an otherwise stellar experience. The new mounts, particularly the White Bear and giant Warthog, look fantastic and add to the game’s epic atmosphere. If the studio maintains this momentum, Crimson Desert is well on its way to becoming RPG of the year.
FAQ
Q: When did the patch release and on which platforms?
A: Update 1.01.00 released on March 28, 2026. It is currently available for Steam (PC & Mac), PlayStation, and Xbox. Versions for Epic Games Store and the Mac App Store are coming shortly.
Q: How do I get the new mounts like the White Bear or Silver Fang?
A: These mounts are categorized into Legendary Animals and Boss Mounts. They are obtained by completing specific in-game conditions, such as defeating a certain boss or finishing a quest. If previously captured, check your “Extra Rewards List.”
Q: Do I still need to hold the run button to maintain speed?
A: No. Following the update, you can simply tap the run key once, and your character or horse will maintain that speed. Only the maximum sprint state still requires occasional input.
Q: What does the “Fixed 4K Output” feature do on PS5?
A: This setting forces the console to output a 4K signal regardless of your monitor’s native resolution. This results in a cleaner, sharper image even on 1080p screens thanks to more effective FSR upscaling.
