Crimson Desert [Day One]

The game takes place in Pywel, a large, seamless open world characterized by political instability, rival factions and supernatural forces.

Players assume the role of Kliff, a mercenary and member of a group known as the Greymanes.

Following a devastating attack by a rival faction called the Black Bears, the Greymanes are scattered, and Kliff sets out to reunite the surviving members and rebuild the group while pursuing the Black Bears' leader, Myurdin.

As the narrative progresses, additional playable characters such as Oongka and Damiane become available, each with distinct combat styles and abilities.

Gameplay combines open-world exploration with a complex combat system.

Combat emphasizes real-time melee engagements, incorporating swordplay, martial arts-inspired moves, grappling, and combo chains.

Players can use a variety of weapons, including swords, axes, spears, and ranged equipment, often enhanced with elemental effects.

Combat encounters range from small skirmishes to large-scale battles and boss fights against enemies such as mythical creatures and mechanical constructs.

The system also allows for environmental interaction, including throwing objects and using terrain to gain advantage, as well as mounted combat on horseback.

In addition to combat, the game features a wide range of activities typical of open-world role-playing games.

Players can engage in fishing, hunting, cooking, crafting and resource gathering, which contribute to character progression and equipment upgrades.

The game also includes systems for camp management, allowing players to expand and improve the Greymanes' base of operations.

Exploration is a central component, with diverse environments such as forests, deserts, mountains, and settlements populated by

Crimson Desert [Day One] for PlayStation 5 is currently worth €68.99 loose, €42.92 complete in box, and €47.17 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

Crimson Desert [Day One] has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.

Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Crimson Desert [Day One], loose is €68.99 and CIB is €42.92 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.