{"id":40490,"date":"2026-05-03T11:19:45","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T15:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/overcentral.com\/en\/?p=40490"},"modified":"2026-05-03T11:20:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T15:20:19","slug":"crimson-desert-v1-5-1-hotfix-patch-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/overcentral.com\/en\/crimson-desert-v1-5-1-hotfix-patch-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Crimson Desert v1.5.1 Patch Notes  \u2013 Hotfix (All Platforms)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/overcentral.com\/en\/crimson-desert-patch-rematch-reblockade-legendary-pets\/\" title=\"Crimson Desert Patch Notes Version 1.5 \u2013 Rematch, Re-blockade, Legendary Pets &amp; Major Fix\">Crimson Desert<\/a><\/em>\u00a0has released\u00a0<strong>Version 1.05.01<\/strong>, a minor hotfix rolling out <a href=\"https:\/\/overcentral.com\/en\/no-mans-sky-6-24-patch-fixes-driverless-vehicles-and-refiner-stability-across-all-platforms\/\" title=\"No Man&#8217;s Sky 6.24 Patch Fixes Driverless Vehicles and Refiner Stability Across All Platforms\">across all platforms<\/a> (Steam PC and Steam Mac) on\u00a0<strong>3 May 2026<\/strong>, addressing two critical issues introduced or persisting from the previous major update. This patch fixes an issue where, under certain circumstances, ongoing dispatch missions would be canceled, and the resources and contribution spent upon dispatch would\u00a0<strong>not be restored<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 a problem that has affected players managing their comrade deployments. While the fix prevents future occurrences, the development team has confirmed that\u00a0<strong>contribution lost due to this issue will be restored in the next patch<\/strong>, apologizing for the inconvenience. Additionally, the hotfix resolves an issue where\u00a0<strong>pets could not be summoned under certain conditions<\/strong>, restoring full functionality to the new legendary pets (Iron Eagle, Hyacinth Macaw) and existing companions. This lightweight patch focuses on stability and resource integrity, ensuring that mission dispatch systems and pet summoning mechanics operate as intended ahead of larger planned updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotfix Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Version 1.05.01 is a&nbsp;<strong>minor hotfix<\/strong>&nbsp;released on&nbsp;<strong>3 May 2026<\/strong>, just one day after the major Version 1.05.00 patch. It focuses exclusively on two specific issues that were affecting gameplay stability and resource management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Aspect<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Release Date<\/strong><\/td><td>3 May 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Version<\/strong><\/td><td>1.05.01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Steam (PC), Steam (Mac)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Patch Type<\/strong><\/td><td>Hotfix (stability &amp; bug fixes)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Affected Systems<\/strong><\/td><td>Mission Dispatch, Pet Summoning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dispatch Mission Fix: Resource Restoration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Issue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under certain circumstances, ongoing&nbsp;<strong>dispatch missions<\/strong>&nbsp;would be&nbsp;<strong>canceled<\/strong>&nbsp;unexpectedly. When this occurred:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The\u00a0<strong>resources<\/strong>\u00a0spent to initiate the dispatch were\u00a0<strong>not restored<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The\u00a0<strong>contribution<\/strong>\u00a0(a likely currency or reputation resource) spent was\u00a0<strong>not restored<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Players effectively lost both the investment and the potential rewards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Fix (Current Patch)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The underlying issue causing dispatch missions to be canceled has been fixed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moving forward, canceled dispatch missions will properly restore spent resources and contribution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Note on Lost Contribution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8220;Contribution that was not restored due to this issue will be restored in the next patch. We apologize for the inconvenience.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prevention is fixed now<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 new cancellations won&#8217;t cause losses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restoration is coming later<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 if you already lost contribution, you will receive it back in Version 1.05.02 or later<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impact Analysis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Player Type<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Impact<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Action Required<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Active dispatch users<\/strong><\/td><td>High \u2013 may have lost resources\/contribution<\/td><td>Wait for next patch for restoration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>New players<\/strong><\/td><td>Low \u2013 issue fixed before future cancellations<\/td><td>No action needed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Players who avoided dispatches<\/strong><\/td><td>Low \u2013 can now use system safely<\/td><td>Resume dispatching<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommendation for Affected Players<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Document your losses<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 note how much contribution and which resources were lost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Continue using dispatches<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the cancellation bug is fixed for future attempts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watch for the next patch<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 restoration will be included in Version 1.05.02<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No need to report<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the developer is aware and handling restoration automatically<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pet Summoning Fix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Issue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under certain conditions, players were&nbsp;<strong>unable to summon pets<\/strong>. This affected:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New legendary pets<\/strong>\u00a0(Iron Eagle, Hyacinth Macaw) introduced in Version 1.05.00<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Existing pets<\/strong>\u00a0(dogs, cats, etc.) that players had already acquired<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pet interactions<\/strong>\u00a0including Carry, Lower, and Pet features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Fix<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The underlying condition that blocked pet summoning has been identified and corrected. Pets can now be summoned normally under all intended circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impact Analysis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pet Type<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pre-Patch Status<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Post-Patch Status<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Iron Eagle<\/td><td>Unsummonable under certain conditions<\/td><td>Fully summonable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hyacinth Macaw<\/td><td>Unsummonable under certain conditions<\/td><td>Fully summonable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Existing pets<\/td><td>Unsummonable under certain conditions<\/td><td>Fully summonable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Goose\/Duck pets<\/td><td>Affected by same issue<\/td><td>Now working normally<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommendation for Players<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Test your pets<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 verify that all pets can be summoned<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check new legendary pets<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Iron Eagle and Hyacinth Macaw should now function correctly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Report persistent issues<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 if you still cannot summon pets, report through official channels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Platform Availability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Platform<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Status as of 3 May 2026<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Steam (PC)<\/td><td>\u2705 Patch available now<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Steam (Mac)<\/td><td>\u2705 Patch available now<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Consoles (PS5, Xbox Series)<\/td><td>\u274c Not listed (hotfix may be PC-only or rolling separately)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;The patch notes specifically mention Steam (PC) and Steam (Mac). Console players should check their respective platforms for updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparison: Version 1.05.00 vs. 1.05.01<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Feature \/ Fix<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1.05.00 (Major)<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1.05.01 (Hotfix)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Rematch System<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Added<\/td><td>\u274c Not affected<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Re-blockade System<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Added<\/td><td>\u274c Not affected<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Legendary Pets<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Added<\/td><td>\u274c Not affected<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dispatch Mission Cancel Bug<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c Present<\/td><td>\u2705 Fixed (prevention)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dispatch Resource Restoration<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c Not restoring<\/td><td>\u23f3 Partial (next patch for lost contribution)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pet Summoning Issue<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c Present<\/td><td>\u2705 Fixed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>NVIDIA Dynamic Multi-Frame Gen<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Added<\/td><td>\u274c Not affected<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>100+ Bug Fixes<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Included<\/td><td>\u274c Not applicable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What This Hotfix Tells Us About Development Priorities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rapid release of Version 1.05.01 (one day after 1.05.00) indicates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Priority on resource integrity<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The dispatch mission bug directly impacted player investment, a high-priority fix<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pet system importance<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 With new legendary pets just added, ensuring they work correctly was critical<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick turnaround<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The team is actively monitoring and responding to post-patch issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transparent communication<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Acknowledging that restoration will come in the next patch, not this one, shows honesty about limitations<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expected Next Patch (Version 1.05.02)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on the notes, players can expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Expected Content<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Likelihood<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Timing<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Restoration of lost contribution<\/td><td>\u2705 Confirmed<\/td><td>Next patch (1.05.02)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Additional Rematch improvements<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Unknown<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>More Re-blockade factions\/strongholds<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Unknown<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Further pet system refinements<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Unknown<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Verdict: Version 1.05.01<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Aspect<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Rating<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Dispatch Fix (Prevention)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Issue resolved for future occurrences<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dispatch Fix (Restoration)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2606\u2606<\/td><td>Lost contribution coming next patch \u2013 partial solution for now<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pet Summoning Fix<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>Fully resolved<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platform Coverage<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2606<\/td><td>PC and Mac covered; consoles not mentioned<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Overall Value<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2606<\/td><td>Essential hotfix for affected players; small scope by design<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/overcentral.com\/en\/nvidia-ray-reconstruction-makes-crimson-desert-pc-version-visually-superior-to-ps5-pro\/\" title=\"Nvidia Ray Reconstruction Makes Crimson Desert PC Version Visually Superior to PS5 Pro\">Crimson Desert Version<\/a> 1.05.01 is exactly what a hotfix should be \u2013 targeted, quick, and transparent. The dispatch mission fix prevents future losses, though affected players must wait one more patch for restoration. The pet summoning fix is complete and immediately beneficial. While small in scope, this hotfix demonstrates responsible post-launch support.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Reference: Known Issues Status<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Issue<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Status<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Dispatch missions canceling without refund<\/td><td>\u2705 Fixed (prevention) \/ \u23f3 Restoration next patch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pets cannot be summoned<\/td><td>\u2705 Fixed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Contribution lost from dispatch bug<\/td><td>\u23f3 Restoration confirmed for next patch<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crimson Desert\u00a0has released\u00a0Version 1.05.01, a minor hotfix rolling out across all platforms (Steam PC and Steam Mac) on\u00a03 May 2026, addressing two critical issues introduced or persisting from the previous major update. 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