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Pearl Abyss Pivots Dev Team After Crimson Desert Launch
28 Mar
Summary
- Main development team reassigned to DokeV project.
- Crimson Desert to receive patches, not major content expansions.
- DokeV features a vibrant aesthetic and creature collection elements.
Pearl Abyss has officially reassigned the primary development team from Crimson Desert to its upcoming title, DokeV. This strategic shift occurred shortly after Crimson Desert's launch, which was noted for being financially successful despite uneven player reception.
The company confirmed that Crimson Desert will be maintained through patches, focusing on controls and story feedback. However, major content expansions or DLCs are not expected in the immediate future as development resources are now prioritizing DokeV.
This decision stems from the shared BlackSpace Engine technology powering both games. With the engine's capabilities proven by Crimson Desert's release, Pearl Abyss aims to accelerate DokeV's development, a project announced in 2019.
DokeV is being positioned as a vibrant, Pixar-like open-world adventure with creature collection mechanics, a stark contrast to Crimson Desert's darker themes. Pearl Abyss aims to release DokeV within the next two to three years, with a clearer update expected by the end of 2026.
The move signifies Pearl Abyss's ambition to avoid being a 'one-hit wonder' and to accelerate its development pipeline. Lessons learned from Crimson Desert's launch, including addressing technical feedback and AI asset controversies, are expected to inform DokeV's production.
