Crimson Desert 1.16.03 Hotfix Stops Shields From Vanishing

The all-platform hotfix is available now on Steam for both PC and Mac, with one save-related equipment bug addressed.

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Crimson Desert version 1.16.03 is now available on Steam for PC and Mac as Pearl Abyss continues its all-platform hotfix rollout. The small patch targets a shield bug tied to dual-wielding, saving, and reloading.

The Steam patch announcement lists the PC and Mac versions as available now. It does not provide a separate availability status for other platforms in the update section.

What Crimson Desert 1.16.03 fixes

The issue could cause certain shields to disappear after players switched to dual-wielded weapons, saved their game, and then loaded that save. Version 1.16.03 addresses that specific equipment and save-data problem.

Patch Notes Version 1.16.03

The hotfix contains one entry in its patch details.

Fixed an issue where certain shields would disappear after switching to dual-wielded weapons, saving the game, and then reloading it.

Known Issues and Support

Players looking for the current list of reported problems can check the Crimson Desert Known Issues notice. Pearl Abyss also provides an FAQ and a Report an Issue form for additional support.

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Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure game set in the beautiful yet brutal continent of Pywel. Embark on a journey as the Greymane Kliff and restore what has been lost. Explore uncharted lands, fight against threats that stand in your way, and discover the wonders the world has in store.