The anticipation around Crimson Desert continues to grow. This highly anticipated action-adventure game is set to release on March 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. In the meantime, players can already immerse themselves in the world of another RPG from the same studio.
Pearl Abyss is currently offering a free trial of Black Desert Online on PS5. For a few days, players can download the MMORPG and access the entire game without spending a single euro.
Black Desert Online free on PS5 for a few days
The promotion concerns the PlayStation 5 version of Black Desert Online. The game is available for free until March 8 via the PlayStation Store. Good news for gamers: no PlayStation Plus subscription is required to take advantage of this trial. Simply go to the Sony store, search for the game and add it to your library.
This trial version provides access to all of the MMORPG content. Players can explore the open world, participate in currently ongoing anniversary events, and enjoy the recently updated progression systems. On Xbox Series X/S, the offer also exists. It is available until March 9 but requires a Game Pass subscription.
An MMORPG from Pearl Abyss to wait before Crimson Desert
Black Desert Online is one of the most popular MMORPGs developed by Pearl Abyss. The game emphasizes exploration, dynamic combat, and a vast open world filled with quests and activities. The story of the game takes place in a universe marked by a war between two powers: the Republic of Calpheon and the Kingdom of Valencia.
The conflict intensifies after the spread of a mysterious Black Death that plunges society into chaos. At the heart of this crisis are black stones, extremely valuable resources that have become the basis of many nations’ economies.
These stones quickly became a major strategic issue. The kingdom of Valencia was one of the first to exploit them, while Calpheon began to recover them to compensate for the lack of resources on its own territory. This context fuels a conflict which takes place mainly in the Black Desert region, a territory rich in stones and dangers.
A new open-world region for experienced players
Experienced players can also discover O’dyllita, one of the most recent regions added to the game. This area offers new monsters, new rewards and different accessories to collect. However, access remains reserved for very advanced characters.
To enter this region, you need to reach around 85,000 Champion Points. This high threshold means that new players will need to progress before they can explore this area. Despite this difficulty, O’dyllita represents important content for gaming veterans looking for new challenges.
A glimpse of Pearl Abyss’s know-how before Crimson Desert
This trial period is also a good opportunity for players to discover the work of Pearl Abyss before the release of Crimson Desert. The South Korean studio became known for Black Desert Online and its detailed open world. The combat mechanics, exploration and freedom offered to players have largely contributed to the game’s popularity.
For the curious waiting for Crimson Desert, this free experience allows you to familiarize yourself with the universe and style of the studio. And for those who are simply looking for a new RPG to test on PS5, the opportunity is ideal as long as the offer remains available.