Crimson Desert Enhanced Earns Two Golden Joystick Nominations
Crimson Desert Enhanced has received nominations for PC Game of the Year and Best Soundtrack at the Golden Joystick Awards 2026. Voting is open through October 23, with winners to be announced on November 11 in London. The first DLC, Charting the Unknown, is set to launch on October 16 after being revealed during Sony's State of Play.
Pearl Abyss’s Crimson Desert Enhanced is up for two honors at the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards: PC Game of the Year and Best Soundtrack. A media and industry panel chose the nominees, but player voting decides the winners. Fans can cast ballots until October 23, and the ceremony is scheduled for November 11 in London.
The recognition arrives just before the game’s first expansion, Charting the Unknown, debuts on October 16. Its reveal happened during Sony’s State of Play, alongside the opening of worldwide pre-orders. The PC award weighs gameplay along with technical quality and optimization, while the soundtrack category spotlights music that helps games feel lasting and absorbing.
The nominations may boost visibility for Crimson Desert Enhanced among PC players and soundtrack fans, potentially drawing more attention to the upcoming DLC. For Pearl Abyss, awards recognition could strengthen community engagement and commercial momentum. Players who value PC performance and music may see their preferences validated, while the London ceremony and online vote could briefly bring broader gaming audiences into discussions about the year’s standout titles.