Black Desert Online: PS4 & Xbox One Versions Closing, Transfer to Next-Gen Now!

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Summary

  • The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Black Desert Online will shut down on June 26 with a new update.
  • Player data and purchases will be safe and transferable to the new PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions.
  • Hardware limitations make it increasingly difficult for Pearl Abyss to continue supporting the game on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

The creators behind “Black Desert Online” have officially announced that they will be ceasing operations for the game on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The upcoming June 26 update is set to be one of the most significant yet, as Pearl Abyss, the development team, redirects their efforts towards improving the existing PC version and crafting brand new versions for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles.

Black Desert Online, created by Pearl Abyss, is an action-packed massively multiplayer role-playing game (MMORPG) that’s been thriving for close to a decade due to its dedicated community support. The game’s expansive open world, dynamic movement and battle system, and wealth of side activities set it apart in the MMORPG scene. Yet, as the game expands, the developers face increasing challenges when it comes to compatibility on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

Pearl Abyss recently announced that they’ll be releasing an update for Black Desert Online on their YouTube channel, which indicates the arrival of native versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on June 26. Unfortunately, this update also marks the end of service for the game on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. From June 26, these versions will no longer be accessible to download or play. Leading up to the update, in-game purchases like item packs and Pearl Boxes will not be available in the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions. However, the developers want players to know that their data won’t be lost. Upon launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S post-maintenance, players can pick up where they left off, with all game data, purchased items, and Pearls safely stored and available on those platforms.

The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One Versions of Black Desert Online Are Shutting Down on June 26

The creators of Black Desert Online have shared that due to hardware restrictions, they found it challenging to consistently roll out fresh content on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, despite their continuous efforts to enhance and update the content for those consoles. Although these versions are ceasing operation in June, many supporters of Black Desert Online expressed relief in a YouTube video’s comments section. Many players within the community feel that the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions have been hindering the game’s progress, and it seems that numerous fans are eager for the game’s future on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

To wrap it up, Pearl Abyss is gearing up to release long-anticipated content updates for Black Desert Online. These updates include the introduction of Ulukita and tweaks to the Deadeye class, along with many other exciting features. Fans will be kept in the loop as more specifics about this update roadmap are shared prior to its launch on June 26th.

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2025-03-30 23:50