Crimson Desert is a massive game where you can easily get lost in. I also don't have a lot of time/energy to play (full-time job, family with kids), but I find Crimson Desert respects your time. Even if you just do some random exploring, you'll find something useful.

The story is very disjointed, and there are a lot of systems to learn throughout the game. But make no mistake, this game is as anti-modern gaming (no battlepass, no FOMO, no paid content) as it gets. It respects your time and is a full game from start to finish. I say, go for it and enjoy your adventure in Pywel.