Pearl Abyss recently revealed their newest game in the making, Crimson Desert. Believed to be the prequel of their globally played game, Black Desert, fans are left wondering about the available classes in the game upon its launch. This article will delve deeply into the trailer and break down the classes that have been teased so far.
What is Crimson Desert all about?
Crimson Desert is an upcoming action role-playing game developed and published by Pearly Abyss. The game takes us on a journey across the medieval fantasy world of Pywel. In Crimson Desert, players control Macduff, the main character who started as a mercenary.
The game was initially created to serve as a prequel to the popular online game Black Desert Online. However, it took a massive turn during development and became a single-player experience. Despite the upcoming game being a single-player title, Crimson Desert still has a strong connection to the massive universe of Black Desert Online.
Pywel in all its splendor.#CrimsonDesert pic.twitter.com/M8LXPraRZL
— Crimson Desert (@CrimsonDesert_) August 25, 2023
Evidence suggests that the developers charted a different course for Crimson Desert. As we see in the trailer, the gameplay still echoes the distinctive style of Black Desert Online, particularly in its combat mechanics.
Returning to the main question, what classes are there so far in Crimson Desert? Let’s embark on an exploration to uncover them!
Combination of Warrior and Ranger
The trailer prominently featured the gameplay centered around the protagonist, Macduff. Within the teaser, there’s a notable showcase of combat actions executed by Macduff.
For enthusiasts of BDO, the combat mechanics undeniably bear striking similarities to what is arguably considered one of the best MMORPGs ever developed.
Observing Macduff’s mobility and skill utilization, it becomes apparent that his role aligns with that of a Warrior, a significant and pivotal class within the realm of BDO.
- His choice of weaponry includes a sword and shield, a combination of the primary equipment for a Warrior.
- Furthermore, the trailer presents a display of various Warrior skills in action.
- The first skill showcased is the Chopping Kick, a widely employed ability within the Warrior class.
- We also saw Macduff employing the Shield Charge technique during one instance in the trailer.
Macduff demonstrates competence in utilizing a bow, a signature tool of the Ranger in Black Desert Online. Repeatedly throughout the trailer, Macduff adeptly deploys his bow to launch explosive arrows at his enemies.
A hint of Berserker class
Beyond the Warrior and Ranger classes, the trailer also provides a glimpse of a skill associated with the Berserker class.
- At the 2.38 mark of the video, Macduff initiates a move where he grapples an enemy, executing a spinning motion before ultimately hurling the opponent forward.
- This skill is recognized as Corpse Storm within the realm of Black Desert Online, a unique ability only Berserkers can do.
Similar combat mechanics with BDO
Turning to combat and movement mechanics, the trailer reveals Crimson Desert’s engine mirrors Black Desert Online’s. The game is built on an upgraded in-house engine, the BlackSpace Engine, rooted in BDO’s lineage.
As a result, it’s sensible to expect combat mechanics that closely resemble those present in BDO. We can also see hints of additional gameplay elements that share similarities with the distinctive style often seen in Souls-like games. This suggests the potential introduction of unique elements to enhance the overall gaming experience.
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