Crimson Desert: A Deep Dive into AMD FSR 4 and Beyond

Pearl Abyss’ highly anticipated open-world action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, is poised to deliver a visually stunning experience on PC and PlayStation 5, launching on March 19, 2026. Beyond its compelling narrative – following Kliff’s journey to reunite with his comrades and rebuild after a devastating ambush – the game is making significant strides in PC graphics technology, notably through its implementation of AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 (FSR 4) “Redstone” technology.

AMD FSR 4 “Redstone” Integration

Crimson Desert is at the forefront of adopting the latest advancements in AMD’s FSR suite. The game leverages nearly the full feature-set of FSR 4 “Redstone,” including ML-based upscaling, ML-based ray regeneration, and ML-based frame generation . These features utilize machine learning models and benefit from the AI acceleration capabilities of AMD’s RDNA 4 graphics architecture, specifically the Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs.

The inclusion of FSR 4’s features aims to provide a substantial performance boost without sacrificing visual fidelity. ML-based ray regeneration and frame generation are particularly noteworthy, promising to enhance the realism and smoothness of the gaming experience.

Cross-Platform Support: AMD FSR and NVIDIA DLSS

Pearl Abyss isn’t limiting its upscaling technology options to AMD. Crimson Desert will also feature NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Super Sampling 4 (DLSS 4) , offering players a choice based on their hardware configuration. This dual approach ensures broader compatibility and allows gamers to optimize performance regardless of their graphics card manufacturer.

Platform Availability and Pricing

Crimson Desert is slated for release on PlayStation 5 and PC on March 19, 2026. The standard edition for PS5 is priced at $69.99 and will be “PS5 Pro Enhanced” . AMD has also partnered with Pearl Abyss, making Crimson Desert available as a bundle with the purchase of select AMD CPUs and GPUs, with Sapphire offering a special edition RX 9070 XT bundle.

Content and Accessibility

The game features mature content, including blood, drug references, intense violence, and strong language. The PlayStation 5 version includes 17 accessibility features, and requires the use of the controller’s vibration function and trigger effects for full functionality.