After backlash from gamers, the developers of Crimson Desert are reevaluating their stance on Intel Arc graphics card support

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After launch confusion around Intel Arc support, Pearl Abyss has updated its messaging and is now working to ensure Crimson Desert runs smoothly on Arc systems.

The error you'll be met with if you try to launch Crimson Desert while using one of Intel's Arc GPUs.
The error you'll be met with if you try to launch Crimson Desert while using one of Intel's Arc GPUs. (Image credit: Pearl Abyss)

Crimson Desert has had a turbulent reception, with the game proving divisive among players. Here at Windows Central, however, Michael reviewed Crimson Desert and awarded it a 4.5 out of 5, describing it as a genre-defining experience.

That said, players eager to jump in on Intel Arc GPUs were left out. Arc users quickly found that the game simply didn’t work with their GPUs. Intel also stated it had reached out to Pearl Abyss to assist with development and help ensure the game runs properly on Arc hardware; however, were ignored by Pearl Abyss.

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🗨️ Are you relieved to see Pearl Abyss address concerns so quickly about the game?

Updates messaging on Crimson Desert's FAQ regarding Intel Arc support (Image credit: Windows Central | Pearl Abyss)

Regardless of your thoughts on the game itself, the studio has been quick to respond to criticism and implement fixes requested by players.

Even in the past few days, it has pushed out a new patch addressing combat, while also responding to concerns around AI-generated images found in the game. It is now reviewing its art assets to ensure nothing else slipped through earlier development.

With that said, let me know your thoughts on how Pearl Abyss is responding by leaving a comment and taking part in the poll below:

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