As of August 2026, Crimson Desert has several acknowledged bugs that affect gameplay across multiple systems. Pearl Abyss has confirmed awareness of these issues and is actively working on fixes for the next patch. Below is a comprehensive list of the most impactful known bugs.
| Bug | Affected System | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishing fish stop moving | Fishing minigame | Medium | Acknowledged |
| Damiann Greymane quest stuck | Chapter 3 quest line | High | Fix incoming |
| Oongka Greymane quest stuck | Chapter 7 quest line | High | Fix incoming |
| Dodge roll fails in combat | Combat system | Medium | Acknowledged |
| Wyvern aiming drift | Ranged combat | Low | Investigating |
| Trade post price display error | Trading UI | Low | Fix incoming |
| Cart disappears after fast travel | Transport system | Medium | Acknowledged |
The fishing bug causes fish to stop moving during the reeling minigame, making it impossible to complete the catch. This occurs in specific regions, particularly around the Pailune lakes and the Southern coast. The fish animation freezes but the timer continues, resulting in a failed catch.
The Damiann and Oongka quest bugs both involve the Greymane faction quest lines becoming stuck at specific dialogue triggers. The quest marker points to an NPC who either does not spawn or does not respond to interaction, halting progression through the faction story.
The dodge roll bug causes the dodge input to occasionally fail to register during combat, leaving the player vulnerable to attacks. This is most noticeable during boss fights where precise dodging is critical.
Current Known Bugs List
As of August 2026, Crimson Desert has several acknowledged bugs that affect gameplay across multiple systems. Pearl Abyss has confirmed awareness of these issues and is actively working on fixes for the next patch. Below is a comprehensive list of the most impactful known bugs.
| Bug | Affected System | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishing fish stop moving | Fishing minigame | Medium | Acknowledged |
| Damiann Greymane quest stuck | Chapter 3 quest line | High | Fix incoming |
| Oongka Greymane quest stuck | Chapter 7 quest line | High | Fix incoming |
| Dodge roll fails in combat | Combat system | Medium | Acknowledged |
| Wyvern aiming drift | Ranged combat | Low | Investigating |
| Trade post price display error | Trading UI | Low | Fix incoming |
| Cart disappears after fast travel | Transport system | Medium | Acknowledged |
The fishing bug causes fish to stop moving during the reeling minigame, making it impossible to complete the catch. This occurs in specific regions, particularly around the Pailune lakes and the Southern coast. The fish animation freezes but the timer continues, resulting in a failed catch.
The Damiann and Oongka quest bugs both involve the Greymane faction quest lines becoming stuck at specific dialogue triggers. The quest marker points to an NPC who either does not spawn or does not respond to interaction, halting progression through the faction story.
The dodge roll bug causes the dodge input to occasionally fail to register during combat, leaving the player vulnerable to attacks. This is most noticeable during boss fights where precise dodging is critical.
Bug-Specific Workarounds and Fixes
While waiting for official patches, several community-discovered workarounds can help you bypass or mitigate the known bugs. These are temporary solutions and may not work in every case.
Fishing Bug Workaround: If fish stop moving during the minigame, immediately cancel the fishing attempt and reel in. Move to a different fishing spot in the same region and try again. The bug appears to be triggered by specific water geometry, so moving even a few meters can resolve it. Alternatively, fast travel to a different region and fish there, as the bug is region-specific.
Damiann Greymane Quest Workaround: If the quest NPC does not spawn or respond, try the following sequence: leave the area completely, save and quit the game, reload your save, and return to the quest location. If the NPC still does not appear, check if you have any other active quests in the same area that might be conflicting. Complete or abandon those quests, then return. Some players have reported success by manually advancing the game clock by resting at a campfire near the quest location.
Oongka Greymane Quest Workaround: This quest bug is similar to Damiann's. The workaround involves completing any pending side quests in the northern wastes region before returning to the Greymane quest trigger point. If the NPC still does not respond, try switching to a different party member and approaching the NPC, then switching back to Oongka.
Dodge Roll Bug Workaround: If dodge inputs fail to register, try unequipping and re-equipping your weapon. Some players report that the dodge bug is tied to specific weapon types, so switching to a different weapon temporarily can help. Also ensure your controller or keyboard is not experiencing input buffering issues by checking the input delay in settings.
Which Bugs Have Confirmed Fixes Incoming
Pearl Abyss has published a development roadmap that outlines which bugs are scheduled for fixes in upcoming patches. Understanding the priority order can help you decide which content to focus on and which to temporarily avoid.
- Patch 1.17 (Expected September 2026): Damiann Greymane quest fix, Oongka Greymane quest fix, trade post price display error, cart disappearance after fast travel
- Patch 1.18 (Expected October 2026): Fishing minigame bug fix across all affected regions, dodge roll input failure fix
- Under Investigation: Wyvern aiming drift, additional combat input issues, potential memory leak during extended play sessions
The Damiann and Oongka quest bugs are the highest priority fixes because they block progression through major faction story lines. Pearl Abyss has stated that these fixes require changes to the quest trigger system, which is why they were not hotfixed and instead require a full patch cycle.
The fishing and dodge bugs are classified as medium priority because they have workarounds and do not block progression. However, they significantly impact gameplay quality, so they are scheduled for Patch 1.18.
If you are currently playing through Chapter 3 or Chapter 7 and encounter the Greymane quest bugs, it is recommended to continue with other content and return after Patch 1.17 is released. This avoids the frustration of dealing with the workarounds and ensures a smooth quest experience.
How to Report New Bugs to Pearl Abyss
If you encounter a bug that is not listed above, reporting it to Pearl Abyss helps the development team identify and fix issues faster. The official bug reporting process is straightforward and ensures your report reaches the right team.
Step 1: Gather information. Before submitting a report, collect the following details:
- Your platform (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S)
- Your game version (check the main menu bottom corner)
- A detailed description of the bug, including what happened and what you expected to happen
- Steps to reproduce the bug, as specific as possible
- Screenshots or a short video clip showing the bug
- Your character level and current chapter
- Whether the bug occurs consistently or intermittently
Step 2: Submit the report. Go to the official Pearl Abyss support portal at support.pearlabyss.com. Navigate to the Crimson Desert section and select Submit a Bug Report. Fill out the form with all the information you gathered and attach your screenshots or video.
Step 3: Follow up. After submitting, you will receive a ticket number. Pearl Abyss typically responds within 3 to 5 business days. If your bug is confirmed, it will be added to the known issues list and scheduled for a fix in an upcoming patch. You can check the status of your report using the ticket number on the support portal.
Community bug reports are invaluable for identifying issues that internal testing may have missed. The more detailed and reproducible your report is, the faster the development team can address it.