Crimson Desert DLC Review Roundup: Positive Steam Vibes, But…
The DLC's positive reviews may not be enough to boost player numbers significantly, especially with Phantom Blade Zero dominating attention this weekend. Pearl Abyss will be watching the weekend peak…
The DLC's positive reviews may not be enough to boost player numbers significantly, especially with Phantom Blade Zero dominating attention this weekend. Pearl Abyss will be watching the weekend peak…
Key points - Charting the Unknown DLC has a 'Mostly Positive' Steam rating after 250 reviews. - Crimson Desert's 24-hour peak is 16,955 concurrent players, its third-lowest week since launch. - Some players report a 'game breaking bug' in the DLC's first quest. - Phantom Blade Zero launched with a peak of 723,876 concurrent players on Steam. - Both games are Golden Joystick Awards 2026 Ultimate Game of the Year nominees.
Timeline - 12 hours ago: Charting the Unknown expansion launched on Steam. - 24-hour peak: Crimson Desert hit 16,955 concurrent players, third-lowest week since launch. - This weekend: Phantom Blade Zero launches with massive Steam player count, potentially impacting Crimson Desert.
FAQ
Q: Is the Crimson Desert DLC worth buying? A: Steam reviews are 'Mostly Positive' after 250 reviews, with players praising the expansion of the open world. However, some report a game-breaking bug in the first quest.
Q: Why is Crimson Desert's player count so low? A: The 24-hour peak of 16,955 is the third-lowest week since launch, possibly due to the Friday workday and competition from Phantom Blade Zero's massive launch.
Q: What is Phantom Blade Zero's player count? A: Phantom Blade Zero peaked at 723,876 concurrent players on Steam, ranking 15th all-time.
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