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Black Desert Online

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Release Date: December 17, 2014

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A high fantasy MMORPG. Black Desert is a debut project of the Korean studio Pearl Abyss, created in cooperation with the industry veteran, Dae-Il Kim, creator of RYL Online and Continent of Ninth. The game is set in a dark and gloomy world rocked by a conflict raging between two powers – The Calpheon Republic and Valencia Kingdom.

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Black Desert is a MMORPG set in a fantasy world. This is the debut project of a Korean studio, Pearl Abyss. The studio, although new, employs industry veterans only. First of all, thelead designer of the game is Dae-Il Kim, who served the same role in the production of RYL Online and Continent of the Ninth.

The action takes place in a grim fantasy world ravaged by unrelenting conflict. The game starts with creating your own character, choosing between several diverse races and classes. The heart of the game is an extensive system of combat. The mechanics of fighting are heavily arcade, and depend on reflexes of the players, rather than the statistics of their characters. We need to aim every blow and arrow, and perform every dodge. In combat, we use, among others, swords, spears, axes, bows, crossbows, and spells. We can also fight on horseback and other kinds of mounts. What is more, we can combine attacks into combos, which will increase the damage dealt further.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows December 17, 2014

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 August 22, 2019

Xbox One

Xbox One March 4, 2019

Early Access:August 20, 2019

Developer: Pearl Abyss

Publisher: Pearl Abyss

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Black Desert Online Game Guide
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Last update: March 18, 2016

Black Desert Online Game Guide

Black Desert Online guide has been divided into two parts, thanks to which you can easily find items of your interest. The first pages constitute a basic description of the game.

Black Desert Online Game Guide
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BDO - What to Do With Small Four Leaf Clover

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BDO - On the Last Page Guide

BDO - On the Last Page Guide

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Maegu Release Date in BDO

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Black Desert Online Once Again Free on Steam

Black Desert Online Once Again Free on Steam

If you haven't checked out Black Desert Online yet, the game is once again available to for free on Steam (albeit with some restrictions).

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April 6, 2022

Black Desert Online Once Again Free on Steam
Black Desert Online Available for Free on Steam

Black Desert Online Available for Free on Steam

Until March 10, you can pick up the fantasy MMORPG Black Desert Online for free on Steam.

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February 26, 2021

Black Desert Online Available for Free on Steam

Black Desert Online for Free on Steam

You can now get a free copy of Black Desert Online, an MMORPG created by Pearl Abyss, for free on Steam. The promotion will last until March 2 or until stocks run out.

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February 28, 2020

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Black Desert Online Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-530 2.9 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 9800/Radeon HD 6770 or better, Windows 7/8 64-bit .

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-650 3.2 GHz, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 650/Radeon HD 6770 or better, Windows 7/8 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Black Desert Online Video Game.

7.1

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 48% of Critics. There are 41 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Game Rant: 3.5 / 5 by Cody Gravelle

Pearl Abyss' Black Desert Online is an incredibly detailed, visually gorgeous MMORPG that succeeds at nearly everything but having a beating heart and soul.

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Hardcore Gamer: 3.5 / 5 by Chris Shive

Black Desert Online is a beautiful game marred by inept tutorials and an impenetrable story.

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Windows Central: 3.5 / 5 by Asher Madan

Black Desert is an expansive game, but Pearl Abyss needs to fix its technical problems on Xbox One.

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76%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (58,866)

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The main pros of the game

  • Stunning Graphics: Players consistently praise the game's visuals, describing it as beautiful and visually impressive even in 2024.
  • Diverse Content: The game offers a wide variety of activities, including intense PvP combat, crafting, trading, and life skills, providing players with numerous ways to engage with the game.
  • Dynamic Combat System: The action-oriented combat system is highlighted as a major strength, allowing for skillful play and fluid movement.
  • Rich World Exploration: Many players enjoy the vast, open world filled with diverse landscapes and quests, encouraging exploration and discovery.
  • Character Customization: The game features an extensive character creation system, allowing players to customize their characters in great detail.

The main cons of the game

  • Grind and Monotony: Several reviews mention that after a certain point, the game becomes overly grindy and repetitive, particularly in the late game.
  • Pay-to-Win Elements: There is significant criticism regarding the game's monetization model, with many players feeling that the presence of microtransactions and pay-for-convenience aspects detracts from the overall experience.
  • Complexity and Learning Curve: New players may find the game's numerous systems and controls overwhelming and complicated, leading to a steep learning curve.
  • Performance Issues: Some s report technical problems, particularly in high-stress scenarios like large PvP battles or with high graphical settings.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Improved Accessibility: s express a desire for more intuitive controls and clearer guidance for new players to help them navigate the game's complexity.
  • Better Endgame Content: There are calls for more engaging late-game content that doesn't rely heavily on grinding, as many players feel the endgame lacks meaningful progression.
  • Balanced Monetization: Players wish for a more balanced approach to monetization, arguing that the current system can lead to feelings of inequality, especially in PvP scenarios.
  • Enhanced Storytelling: Some reviews suggest that the game's narrative could be more compelling, as many players find the story and quests to be somewhat lackluster.

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