Fresh rumors suggest that Crimson Desert, the ambitious open-world action RPG from Pearl Abyss, may be making its way to Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2.

Originally revealed as a visually impressive, large-scale adventure, Crimson Desert has primarily been associated with high-end platforms like PC and current-gen consoles. However, new reports indicate that a version of the game could also be in development for Nintendo’s next-generation hardware.

A Technical Leap for Nintendo

If the rumor turns out to be accurate, it would signal a major step forward for Nintendo’s hardware capabilities. Crimson Desert is known for its detailed environments, dynamic combat system, and expansive world—features that would require significantly more power than the current Switch can offer.

The Switch 2 is widely expected to deliver a substantial performance boost, making it more capable of handling demanding third-party titles. A game like Crimson Desert appearing on the platform would be a strong indicator that Nintendo is aiming to compete more directly with PlayStation and Xbox in terms of technical performance.

Expanding the Audience

Bringing Crimson Desert to Switch 2 could also open the door to a broader audience. Nintendo platforms have traditionally been lighter on large-scale Western-style RPGs, so adding a title of this scope would help diversify the console’s library.

For Pearl Abyss, it would mean tapping into Nintendo’s massive user base, potentially giving the game even greater reach at launch.

Still Unconfirmed

As with all rumors, nothing has been officially announced. Neither Nintendo nor Pearl Abyss has confirmed plans for a Switch 2 version of Crimson Desert.

Still, as speculation around Nintendo’s next console continues to grow, reports like this paint a picture of a system that could significantly expand the types of games available on Nintendo hardware.