Pearl Abyss has released Patch 1.09 for Crimson Desert, delivering long-requested controller customization and quality-of-life improvements. The update arrives on schedule and addresses core gameplay systems that players have pushed for since launch.
Patch 1.09 delivers long-requested controller customization alongside new character abilities and companion animals for the open-world action game.
The patch introduces full controller remapping across all supported input devices. The update introduces a comprehensive controller remapping feature that allows players to customize all inputs for better usability.
Three new skills join Damiane and Oongka, matching the power level of Kliff's Blinding Flash Finisher. The team also adds 30 small animal species that players can register as companions, complete with unique animations and interaction behaviors.
A critical graphics fix resolves an issue where distant object shadows failed to render when Raytraced Sun/Moon Light Shadows was enabled on PC. The patch resolves a rendering issue where shadows of distant objects failed to display correctly when Raytraced Sun/Moon Light Shadows were enabled on PC.
Patch 1.09 is unlikely to be the final major update for Crimson Desert, according to source analysis. While Pearl Abyss has not announced plans for subsequent major updates, the timely release of this patch indicates continued development efforts.
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