# Crimson Desert expansion adds sailing and underwater exploration to PS5

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/crimson-desert-reveals-just-how-big-its-ps5-dlc-really-is-in-new-trailer/
- Published: 2026-10-21T14:27:20+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-21T20:38:35+00:00
- Original publisher: Push Square
- Original article: https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2026/10/crimson-desert-reveals-just-how-big-its-ps5-dlc-really-is-in-new-trailer
- Topics: Art, Culture, Entertainment, Gaming, Software, Technology

## Key points

- Crimson Desert’s expansion adds new missions for all three main characters.
- Players can sail, explore islands and dive beneath the sea.
- Charting the Unknown launches on PS5 on 29 October for £19.99.

## Summary

Pearl Abyss has unveiled Charting the Unknown, a major paid expansion for Crimson Desert, in a new overview trailer. It continues the stories of Cliff, Damiane and Oongka, while adding sailing and underwater exploration that expand the game’s activities beyond the land.

The new missions span a desert threat, political conflict and an ancient secret beneath the sea. Players can build and customise ships, explore islands, battle enemy vessels and dive for ruins, as well as manage outposts and businesses, customise homes and castles, and pursue romances. The expansion launches on PS5 on 29 October 2026, priced at £19.99 or $24.99.

## Coverage

- [Push Square: Crimson Desert expansion adds sailing and underwater exploration to PS5](https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2026/10/crimson-desert-reveals-just-how-big-its-ps5-dlc-really-is-in-new-trailer)
- [GameSpot: Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown – DLC Features Overview Trailer](https://www.gamespot.com/videos/crimson-desert-charting-the-unknown-dlc-features-overview-trailer/)

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