Pearl Abyss Set to Launch Crimson Desert with Comprehensive Performance Details for Consoles
Pearl Abyss is on the cusp of releasing its highly anticipated open-world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, set to debut on PC, Mac, and various console platforms. While detailed PC system requirements were previously shared, the developer has now unveiled essential performance specifications tailored for the console experience.
On March 10, just nine days ahead of the official release on March 19, Pearl Abyss published an extensive overview of the performance modes available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox consoles. To facilitate a clearer understanding, we summarize the key information provided in the official specifications table.
The forthcoming title promises three distinct performance modes across PS5 and Xbox Series X, which typically operate under comparable setups:
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Performance Mode targets 1080p at 60 frames per second (FPS) with V-Sync engaged, although players using VRR-compatible displays (and an HDMI 2.1 cable) can experience uncapped framerates. Ray tracing is set to a low-level quality.
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Balanced Mode aims for a middle ground, rendering an upscaled 4K from a native resolution of 1280p (utilizing FSR 3 technology) at 40 FPS, also with V-Sync. Similar to Performance Mode, it requires displays capable of 120Hz or 240Hz along with HDMI 2.1 for optimal performance, maintaining ray tracing settings.
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Quality Mode offers an upscale to 4K from a native 1440p resolution, locking performance at 30 FPS with V-Sync while providing a notable enhancement in ray tracing quality to high settings. Users opting for this mode will experience improved visual detail despite the reduced framerate.
For the PlayStation 5 Pro, players can expect enhanced performance across all three modes, featuring higher visual fidelity and native resolutions:
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Performance Mode upscales from 1080p to 4K via PSSR and includes an option for uncapped framerates, maintaining ray tracing at a high setting.
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Balanced Mode will upscale to 4K from 1440p, offering a potential for “48+ FPS” through VRR, while also keeping ray tracing on high.
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Quality Mode delivers native 4K at 30 FPS, significantly increasing ray tracing to ultra settings, marking it as the premier option for enhanced image quality on consoles.
Conversely, the Xbox Series S faces considerable limitations in running Crimson Desert:
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Performance Mode is restricted to a disappointing 720p resolution and lacks ray tracing capabilities, maxing out at 40 FPS.
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Quality Mode elevates output to 1080p at 30 FPS but, regrettably, does not support ray tracing, a feature deemed too demanding for the lower-end console.
Additionally, Pearl Abyss has released specifications for the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, alongside Mac compatibility levels.
Preliminary assessments suggest that while the ROG Xbox Ally X may handle the game reasonably well—with performance benchmarks yet to be fully realized—the specifics shared thus far are not exhaustive and require a tailored configuration for optimal gameplay. As of now, confirmation regarding support for Steam Deck users remains pending, and the initial PC requirements indicate potential challenges for a seamless experience.
As the release date approaches, early interest and wishlist metrics indicate that Crimson Desert is poised for a promising launch, buoyed by positive community engagement and anticipation for press reviews. Pearl Abyss is set to deliver its inaugural premium single-player title to a captivated audience.
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