SEOUL, April 25 (AJP) - South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok congratulated video game developer Pearl Abyss (263750.KQ) on the record-breaking global sales of its latest title, "Crimson Desert," pledging proactive government support to bolster the country's gaming industry across broader platforms.
In a social media post late Friday, Kim highlighted the action-adventure game's milestone of surpassing 5 million copies sold just 26 days after its release, calling the feat a "splendid achievement."
Kim praised the developers for captivating global users with a "living game world created entirely with their own technology, photorealistic graphics, and active communication." He added that the game seamlessly integrated South Korean cultural elements, such as Taekwondo and traditional cuisine, thereby "opening a new chapter for K-content."
The prime minister framed the title's commercial success as a significant indicator of the domestic industry's potential abroad.
"This is an important turning point showing that the domestic gaming industry can expand and leap forward across various platforms, including consoles," Kim wrote. "The government will take responsibility and actively support this to create an environment where K-games can shine as a core pillar of K-content."
"Crimson Desert" launched on March 20 and immediately set a record for the fastest-selling South Korean packaged game, moving 2 million copies on its first day. Global sales reached 3 million by the fourth day, 4 million by April 1, and crossed the 5 million mark on April 15.
Separately, Pearl Abyss released the game's first official soundtrack album, featuring 75 tracks, on domestic and global streaming platforms on Friday.
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