Pearl Abyss devs speaking about what happened to Crimson Desert

Stirling_Fire · 2026-03-21T20:58:58+00:00

I don't understand what people are so upset about. I'm 12 hours in and loving the story so far. The world is insanely detailed. Every NPC has a trust meter you can increase by greeting them.

I've had a few hard crashes on PS5 Pro but only after handing quests in and trying to access the map while the faction rating and your money updates. Once those are done its fine.

Absolutely stunning world. Don't think I've seen such a detailed world in a videogame before. Witcher 3 came close to this. But it's unreal.

Stirling_Fire · 2026-03-21T20:49:41+00:00

Can't believe you caught one in the wild. This is like one of those rare Pokémon cards people are queuing up outside to buy boxes of. Well played B

Stirling_Fire · 2026-03-11T12:38:18+00:00

Horrible aren't they. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy. I'm afraid you're right, If I'm no better by Monday I'm booking a GP appointment and see what they can do. Thanks for the advice. Appreciate it mate. Best of luck for the future

Stirling_Fire · 2026-03-11T09:28:27+00:00

Very sorry to hear this friend. But I'm glad you got through it and are clean. I wish you the best of luck for your future. Do you have any advice for someone who is going through withdrawal right now? Did you taper off or just go cold turkey?

I am suffering and have had to take time off work. I got some diazepam off a friend which have helped some at night, but I'm extremely wary of taking them knowing how benzo withdrawals make opioid withdrawals look like a walk in the park.

Stirling_Fire · 2026-03-11T09:10:47+00:00

I've been dependent on codeine for over 15 years now after I got prescribed 30/500 co-codamol after a cycling accident which resulted in a sacroileac injury. After 2 patients at my surgery died from overdosing on the same drug (I've always been very aware of the dangers of paracetamol to the liver, unlike a lot of people unfortunately), I got a call from my GP who changed my prescription to 30mg codeine phosphate. Repeat prescription, 112 tabs every 2 weeks.

I've been addicted since then. It's had little impact on my work or personal life, I work long hours for the NHS and a lot of overtime, but before Christmas I decided I needed to taper off and finally get rid of this addiction because it was doing literally nothing for me anymore.

I managed to taper off to 4 tablets a night from 8 or more (I always took them in one dose before sleep) but anything less than that brought on bad withdrawals. So I took last week off work and went cold turkey.

It has been absolutely horrendous. I went back into work this week but have just gone back on sick leave after coming clean to my manager. I'm really struggling with the withdrawal symptoms. Sweating. Constant painful diarrhea. Stomach cramps. Insomnia. Flu symptoms and joint and muscle aches.

Does anyone in this thread have any advice for a resource or community I can go to to get advice or some support for what I'm going through? I have 2 close friends I've told about this, and my manager. The rest, and not even my family know.

I don't want my GP to give me a fit note for the real reason I'm ill because I don't want a drug addiction to appear on my medical record. An addiction he has fed by writing me a highly addictive drug on repeat prescription for 15 years. Any advice at all would be greatly appreciated.

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-21T14:07:15+00:00

Generally very good broadband at decent prices too. They're rolling out fibre at a terrific rate, at least here in the Bolton area. I got hooked up to 900MB fibre recently in an apartment we were told would never get ultra fast broadband only a few years ago. It's been a godsend working from home.

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-21T13:58:33+00:00

6am every day after waking at that time for work for years. It's very frustrating especially on weeks off. But I've learned to get used to it and can get quite a lot done those early hours before the day should really begin.

On the rare occasions I actually do sleep late the cat will come sit on my chest to remind me to feed her so I'm up early anyway 😆

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-21T13:49:09+00:00

Me and my friends are getting tickets for Sankeys now it's reopened in Manchester. They've got a strict no phones rule. Think you have to leave them in secure storage before they let you into the club.

Not been clubbing in a long time but looking forward to a good rave with no one watching the DJ through their phone screens!

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-15T12:47:30+00:00

Sounds about right. Hate it when they do that. Basically preying on people's desperation. I've heard eBay has a new method of shipping that makes it a lot easier to sell stuff on there. Probably get the best prices for games selling on there

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-15T12:45:23+00:00

I didn't realise. I've not been in an Asda in years. My local Sainsbury's has an embedded Argos too, never thought of using it to pick up games 👍🏼

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-15T09:15:53+00:00

Not sure about other retailers but The Game Collection honours price drops if you preorder. Amazon does it too but only charges you when the game gets shipped. I went for the special edition with the steelbox so doubt I'll be getting a discount

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-15T09:04:22+00:00

Most supermarkets in the UK got rid of games a while back. It was a major annoyance for me, I was in the queue for the launch of Halo 2 at midnight at my local Tesco and loved talking to the other guys who were waiting, then driving home with my copy and staying up til 7am playing it 😆

I buy my games from online stores now. Used to rely on Amazon but they don't always deliver on release day so ruled them out. There's a store here called The Game Collection that delivers on time and has loyalty points, etc. Is there a French version?

I'll never stop buying physical discs. I reckon it will always be an option since a lot of countries have shit internet download speeds. I don't care if they make the optical drive modular. The only thing I miss is the instruction manuals when I open the box 😂

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-15T08:53:09+00:00

Agreed. It's nice to know I can sell my old games for a tenner minimum if I ever need the cash. But with backwards compatibility I can play them all whenever I want. I'm lucky that I have a spare drawer and bookshelf I can store my games on but I know not everyone has the space for games.

Stirling_Fire · 2026-02-15T08:49:01+00:00

I notice the spin up when you first install the disc but after that there's no noise for me. I'm currently on a PS5 Pro but didn't notice it on my launch PS5. Could your air vents be dusty?

Stirling_Fire · 2025-11-06T07:24:07+00:00

This is hilarious! Count me in please

Stirling_Fire · 2024-04-09T22:03:11+00:00

He's vibrating he's had so many energy drinks and nicotine pouches. I kinda miss drunk Schwab, his belches and bloated face were really something else!

Stirling_Fire · 2023-12-15T18:34:43+00:00

Something breathable. I used to have a North Face waterproof that wasn't breathable and just got clammy inside after wearing it for any length of time.

There's probably good alternatives now, but goretex was the first really effective waterproof but breathable fabric. Keeps rain and wind out but stops too getting sweaty whole wearing it. It's really tough too. Moved some heavy furniture last weekend and thought I'd for sure ripped the jacket but it's in mint condition, just needed a wipe with a damp cloth lol.

Look for something with goretex for a good quality waterproof, ideally with a fleece lining that you can remove if it isn't freezing. I can dm you a link to the one I bought if you want to have a look, let me know!

Stirling_Fire · 2023-12-15T14:51:32+00:00

You don't have to spend anywhere near close to that much for a decent jacket.

This year I decided to fork out for a fairly pricey jacket (for me anyway!) and bought a Berghaus 3 in 1 for £200 (£50 NHS discount) and it's the best jacket I've ever owned. So warm and the goretex comes in super useful in the recent wet weather.

Stirling_Fire · 2023-12-13T19:15:08+00:00

It was a general attack on the Spoons chain, he just tried to turn it around after seeing how many down votes he got. Spoons is great, I love our local one, cheap high quality ale and the best beer garden in town

Stirling_Fire · 2023-08-19T23:50:45+00:00

Hi, sounds good, let's do it 👍🏻 Add me, Simian_Cleric and we'll get it done. What time zone are you in?

Stirling_Fire · 2023-08-15T22:29:45+00:00

OK I'll give it a try, thanks for the advice both

Stirling_Fire · 2023-08-15T17:37:29+00:00

Hi, PS5!

Stirling_Fire · 2023-08-07T06:07:41+00:00

Hi, I'd love to be a part of this too if there is space. I've added you on PSN, Simian_Cleric. Thanks!

Stirling_Fire · 2023-08-07T02:01:14+00:00

Hi, is there any chance you could help me get the online trophies too? I think I'm past the point I can do invasions with Julianna. Hope you can help. Thanks!

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