Is Crimson Desert 2026 BIGGEST RPG?

Every once in a while, a game drops a gameplay preview that makes you sit up a little straighter.

That was Crimson Desert this week.

A 15-minute gameplay showcase hit YouTube, and suddenly this long-gestating fantasy epic went from “oh yeah, I’ve heard of that” to “wait… is this the next big thing?” The ambition on display was massive — the kind of swing that either defines a studio or becomes a cautionary tale.

Let’s break down why this game has everyone cautiously hyped.