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Updated · InvenGlobal · Jun 11

Choi Hwi-young Pledges Gaming Support as Pearl Abyss' Crimson Desert Tops 6 Million Sales

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Updated · InvenGlobal · Jun 11

Choi Hwi-young Pledges Gaming Support as Pearl Abyss' Crimson Desert Tops 6 Million Sales

1 articles · Updated · InvenGlobal · Jun 11

6 million global sales for Pearl Abyss' "Crimson Desert" prompted Culture Minister Choi Hwi-young to publicly congratulate the studio and promise broader state support for game developers.
83 days after release, the title hit the milestone after adding another 1 million copies in about two months since reaching 5 million on April 15.
Pearl Abyss credited steady sales to ongoing updates, with planned improvements through September; proposed fixes to the game's criticized story progression have drawn positive user feedback.
Choi said the ministry would back more hits like "Crimson Desert" by nurturing indie games, developing new IP and expanding financial support across the industry.

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With no DLC planned for its $133M hit, what is Crimson Desert's long-term financial strategy?

Why is Crimson Desert a massive hit with players despite its mixed reviews from professional critics?

Can government support create the next indie breakout, or will it mostly benefit established giants like Pearl Abyss?

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