Crimson Desert hotfix 1.03.01 fixes Nature’s Snare, loot storage, and an Xbox controller issue

Pearl Abyss has released Crimson Desert version 1.03.01, a small hotfix focused on combat and loot bugs rather than broader balance changes. The update is available now on Steam for PC, while the Steam for Mac build is still listed as in progress.

Patch Notes Version 1.03.01

The main fixes in this hotfix center on Nature’s Snare and post-liberation loot handling. Xbox players also get a controller-specific fix for the same skill, which should help if the wireless input issue was getting in the way.

Update Schedule

Steam (PC): Patch available now

Steam (Mac): Patch available at a later time (in-progress)

Patch Notes Version 1.03.01

• Fixed an issue where projectiles ricochet away or disappear when using the skill Nature’s Snare.
• [Xbox] Fixed an issue where Nature’s Snare sometimes could not be used when using a wireless controller.
• Fixed an issue where under certain conditions, after liberation, loot sometimes did not get stored in the Private Storage.

For players who want to keep tabs on what the studio is still tracking, Pearl Abyss pointed to its Crimson Desert Known Issues page. The studio also linked its FAQ and Report an Issue page for players who run into trouble.

That keeps version 1.03.01 firmly in the maintenance category, but it still cleans up a few annoying problems for anyone spending time in Pywel. Share your thoughts in the comments, and follow us on X, Bluesky, YouTube, Instagram.

Crimson Desert

Developed by Pearl Abyss

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.

• Genre: Adventure
• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac
• Modes: Single player
• Release: 2026-03-19
• Publisher: Pearl Abyss
• Age Rating: USK 18 / CLASS_IND 18 / ESRB M / PEGI 18 / ACB MA 15+ / CERO Z / GRAC 18+
• IGDB Rating: 98.6/100

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