Overview
- Pearl Abyss said every employee will receive 5 million won, about $3,400, as a one‑time bonus to mark Crimson Desert surpassing five million copies sold.
- Reports cite different staff counts, with some outlets saying roughly 700–750 employees and a prior earnings deck listing 1,323, which changes estimates of the total payout.
- South Korea’s prime minister praised the hit as a new chapter for K‑content and signaled government support for the domestic games industry’s push onto consoles.
- The team moved quickly after launch to fix issues, swapping out AI‑generated 2D art, adding storage and travel quality‑of‑life features, and stabilizing performance to lift player sentiment.
- Korean outlet MTN also reported staff could receive a separate, performance‑based bonus at the start of 2027 tied to 2026 results.