Crimson Desert PS5 & Xbox Specs Revealed: Performance Modes Detailed
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– Crimson Desert is launching on March 19th for PC, Mac, and consoles, with detailed performance modes for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S now revealed.
– On PS5 and Xbox Series X, players can choose between Performance (1080p/60 FPS, low RT), Balanced (upscaled 4K/40 FPS), and Quality (upscaled 4K/30 FPS, high RT) modes.
– The PS5 Pro enhances these modes with higher native resolutions, PSSR upscaling, and improved ray tracing settings, including an Ultra RT option in its Quality mode.
– The Xbox Series S offers limited performance, with a 720p/40 FPS mode without RT and a 1080p/30 FPS mode, also lacking ray tracing features.
– The game is also officially supported on ROG Ally and Ally X handhelds and Mac, while Steam Deck compatibility remains unconfirmed but potentially challenging.
With the launch of Crimson Desert just days away, players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles finally have a clear picture of the performance modes available. Pearl Abyss has detailed the graphical settings and frame rate targets for each platform, revealing a tiered approach that caters to different preferences for resolution, performance, and visual effects.
The standard PS5 and Xbox Series X versions will offer three distinct modes. The Performance mode targets 1080p resolution at 60 frames per second, with an uncapped option for displays supporting Variable Refresh Rate. This mode utilizes a low ray tracing setting. For a middle-ground option, the Balanced mode employs upscaling to achieve a 4K image from a 1280p base, locking at 40 FPS. The Quality mode is for those prioritizing visual splendor, upscaling to 4K from 1440p, locking at 30 FPS, and boosting ray tracing to a high setting.
Owners of the more powerful PS5 Pro can expect enhanced versions of these same three modes. Here, the Performance mode upscales from 1080p to 4K using Sony’s PSSR technology and maintains a high ray tracing setting. The Balanced mode upscales from 1440p and offers a flexible “48+ FPS” target with VRR. The standout is the Quality mode, which delivers a native 4K image at 30 FPS with ray tracing pushed to an ultra setting, establishing it as the premier console experience for image quality.
The situation is notably more constrained for the Xbox Series S. The Performance mode on Series S targets a maximum of 720p resolution and 40 FPS, with no ray tracing features enabled. The Quality mode improves the resolution to 1080p at 30 FPS, but ray tracing remains absent entirely, as the entry-level hardware cannot support the feature.
Beyond the main consoles, specifications were also shared for supported handheld devices and Mac systems. The ROG Ally X is indicated to handle the game well, though it will require a custom mix of PC settings. Official support for the Steam Deck has not been confirmed, and given the previously shared minimum PC requirements, performance may be challenging on that device.
The detailed breakdown provides clarity for console players eager to optimize their experience in this highly anticipated open-world adventure. With strong wishlist numbers and positive early buzz, Crimson Desert is positioned to make a significant impact upon its release.
(Source: EuroGamer)
