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Crimson Desert sells 6 million copies, credits Steam charts

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Pearl Abyss's game Crimson Desert has achieved 6 million sales since its March release, becoming the second-best-selling game in the US for 2026 so far. The studio credits its strong performance, particularly sustained player engagement and high Steam chart rankings, for driving sales and reducing advertising costs. Despite mixed critical reviews, the game has maintained a significant player base, demonstrating strong longevity for a new intellectual property. AI

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Crimson Desert sells 6 million copies, credits Steam charts

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Tassi, Senior Contributor ·

    ‘Crimson Desert’ Studio Says Steam Charts Helped It Hit 6 Million Sales

    Crimson Desert has just sold 6 million copies in the last three months, and Steam Charts is being cited as helping to market the game for free.

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