Pearl Abyss’ upcoming action-adventure game Crimson Desert is almost here, with a release date set for March 19. With only a few days left before launch, players getting ready for day-one gameplay have an early chance to save money thanks to an unexpected pre-release discount.
It’s not common to see brand-new games discounted before they even arrive, but Crimson Desert is currently being sold at 15% off at Fanatical. That drops the standard edition price to $59.49 from $69.99. It’s not a massive price cut, but it’s still a worthwhile deal for anyone planning to buy at full price on release day. The purchase also includes a Steam key, so you can redeem it directly to your Steam account and have it ready to go at launch.
For players who want extra in-game gear, the Crimson Desert Digital Deluxe Edition is also discounted by 15%. That brings the Deluxe Edition down to $67.99 from $79.99. This edition includes bonus items such as the Kairos Plate set (helm, gloves, boots, cloak, and armor), along with Exclaire-themed horse equipment including the champron, barding, saddle, and stirrups. It also adds the Balgran shield.
Both the standard edition and Digital Deluxe Edition include the Khaled shield as a pre-order bonus, making either version a solid pick if you’re planning to jump into Crimson Desert as soon as it launches.
