In Black Desert Online, the first creature you will encounter is a small ball of black smoke with glowing red eyes. Don’t be afraid, however, as this creature will help guide you as you progress through the world of Black Desert.

Say hello to the Black Spirit!
                      
Not only is the Black Spirit a constant companion who will be with you no matter what happens; he is also a main source of quests as you explore new areas, ancient artifacts, reach specific levels or accept quests from other NPC’s. As you complete his quests, the Black Spirit will grow, unlocking new features and abilities!

In Black Desert Online, the first creature you will encounter is a small ball of black smoke with glowing red eyes. Don’t be afraid, however, as this creature will help guide you as you progress through the world of Black Desert.

Say hello to the Black Spirit!
                      
Not only is the Black Spirit a constant companion who will be with you no matter what happens; he is also a main source of quests as you explore new areas, ancient artifacts, reach specific levels or accept quests from other NPC’s. As you complete his quests, the Black Spirit will grow, unlocking new features and abilities!

Black Desert Online has an expansive and immersive living world, waiting for you to explore and unlock its secrets. We’ll take a quick look at the regions you will be able to visit and some of the unique features of each region and its cities. Come with us to greet the wide world of Black Desert Online!



Capital: Velia
Main City: Olvia
Climate: Humid Subtropical

The beginning area of the game, Balenos is nestled north of Serendia along the coast. This peaceful region is famous for bountiful fishing near the capital, Velia, but the entire region is known for the very abundant resources such as horses, crops, and timber.



Capital: Heidel
Main City:  Glish
Climate: Temperate

Serendia is home to many of the finest crafters in the world, most of whom live in Heidel City. In the past, there was great animosity between Calpheon and Serendia, but since the return of the King of Serendia, tensions have died down.

 

Capital: Calpheon
Main Cities: Keplan, Trent, Epheria Port
Climate: Humid Subtropical/Temperate

The Calpheon Region is the seat of the Republic of Calpheon, which is supported by its subjects, Serendia & Balenos. Situated in the far West, Calpheon is home to few natural resources, aside from lumber, but what it lacks in resources it more than makes up for in perilous dungeons.



Capital: Altinova
Main City: Tarif
Climate: Dry Grassland

Located between Serendia & Valencia, Mediah is a harsh, arid landscape serving as a gate to the Valencian Desert. With the recent spike in travel through the region, the capital, Altinova, is seeing a drastic rise in trade, breathing new life into the region.



Capital: Valencia City
Main City: Shakatu, Arehaza Town, Muiquun, Sand Grain Bazaar
Climate: Desert

Locked in a violent conflict with the Republic of Calpheon for as long as anyone can remember, Valencia is an expansive desert, sporting the pride of the nation, Valencia City. The original discoverers of Black Stones, the people of Valencia work ceaselessly to gather as many Black Stones as possible in the war effort against Calpheon.



Main City: Port Ratt
Climate: Marine
Region Specific Resources: King Starfish, Sea Anemone

Lost far across the sea, the Haso Kingdom calls Magoria their home. Though it is known to be the birthplace of the greatest martial artists, the rest of the region is shrouded in mystery. Adventurers have recently found their way to Port Ratt, however, in hopes of learning more about the region.

Black Desert Online has an expansive and immersive living world, waiting for you to explore and unlock its secrets. We’ll take a quick look at the regions you will be able to visit and some of the unique features of each region and its cities. Come with us to greet the wide world of Black Desert Online!



Capital: Velia
Main City: Olvia
Climate: Humid Subtropical

The beginning area of the game, Balenos is nestled north of Serendia along the coast. This peaceful region is famous for bountiful fishing near the capital, Velia, but the entire region is known for the very abundant resources such as horses, crops, and timber.



Capital: Heidel
Main City:  Glish
Climate: Temperate

Serendia is home to many of the finest crafters in the world, most of whom live in Heidel City. In the past, there was great animosity between Calpheon and Serendia, but since the return of the King of Serendia, tensions have died down.

 

Capital: Calpheon
Main Cities: Keplan, Trent, Epheria Port
Climate: Humid Subtropical/Temperate

The Calpheon Region is the seat of the Republic of Calpheon, which is supported by its subjects, Serendia & Balenos. Situated in the far West, Calpheon is home to few natural resources, aside from lumber, but what it lacks in resources it more than makes up for in perilous dungeons.



Capital: Altinova
Main City: Tarif
Climate: Dry Grassland

Located between Serendia & Valencia, Mediah is a harsh, arid landscape serving as a gate to the Valencian Desert. With the recent spike in travel through the region, the capital, Altinova, is seeing a drastic rise in trade, breathing new life into the region.



Capital: Valencia City
Main City: Shakatu, Arehaza Town, Muiquun, Sand Grain Bazaar
Climate: Desert

Locked in a violent conflict with the Republic of Calpheon for as long as anyone can remember, Valencia is an expansive desert, sporting the pride of the nation, Valencia City. The original discoverers of Black Stones, the people of Valencia work ceaselessly to gather as many Black Stones as possible in the war effort against Calpheon.



Main City: Port Ratt
Climate: Marine
Region Specific Resources: King Starfish, Sea Anemone

Lost far across the sea, the Haso Kingdom calls Magoria their home. Though it is known to be the birthplace of the greatest martial artists, the rest of the region is shrouded in mystery. Adventurers have recently found their way to Port Ratt, however, in hopes of learning more about the region.

Before starting an adventure in Black Desert Online, you have to pick your class. This meaningful decision will shape your adventures so to help you choose your path, let us introduce you to the classes of Black Desert Online!

There are 13 unique, gender-locked classes with their own distinctive play styles. We will briefly explore the weapons and characteristics of each class and give you a peek at their unique combat styles below!


Attack enemies with your sword, utilize your shield to protect yourself and immobilize rivals, to finish them off with a deadly blow.



Main Weapon: Longsword
Sub Weapon: Shield


A nimble huntress with superior marksmanship. Rangers keep enemies away with barrages of penetrating arrows, neutralizing them from afar.



Main Weapon: Longbow
Sub Weapon: Dagger


A dexterous master of the black arts. Sorceresses can cast many different dark spells on enemies, to prevail from any range.



Main Weapon: Amulet
Sub Weapon: Talisman


A destructive berserker with gigantic dual axes. Berserkers perform ground-shaking smashes, eradicating all surrounding enemies.



Main Weapon: Axe
Sub Weapon: Ornamental Knot


Valkyries are blessed with sacred powers. They are adept at using both weapons and magic in combat and can also support allies with buffs and recovery spells.



Main Weapon: Longsword
Sub Weapon: Shield


Witches burn, freeze and shatter enemies with the power of natural elements to vanquish their foes.



Main Weapon: Staff
Sub Weapon: Dagger



Tamers can perform ruthless combination attacks or take enemies down on their own, by borrowing divine forces.



Main Weapon: Shortsword
Sub Weapon: Trinket


A graceful combatant with a specialized skill set, the Maehwa can lock down any foe with a wide array of control skills.



Main Weapon: Blade
Sub Weapon: Horn Bow


The Musa is a swordsman armed with an arsenal of powerful area of effect skills and blazing speed to devastate their foes in the blink of an eye while avoiding danger.



Main Weapon: Blade
Sub Weapon: Horn Bow


The Ninja is an agile close-quarters combatant that can get up close to their opponents alarmingly fast to deliver precise deadly strikes.



Main Weapon: Shortsword
Sub Weapon: Kunai/Shuriken


The Kunoichi specializes in deflecting attacks while waiting for an opening to flash into the fray and deliver devastating counterattacks.



Main Weapon: Shortsword
Sub Weapon: Kunai/Shuriken


Wizards burn, freeze and shatter enemies with the power of natural elements to vanquish their foes.



Main Weapon: Staff
Sub Weapon: Dagger


With strong foundation in dark magic, the Dark Knight performs heavy, fatal attacks using the majestic Kriegsmesser.



Main Weapon: Kriegsmesser
Sub Weapon Ornamental Knot

Before starting an adventure in Black Desert Online, you have to pick your class. This meaningful decision will shape your adventures so to help you choose your path, let us introduce you to the classes of Black Desert Online!

There are 13 unique, gender-locked classes with their own distinctive play styles. We will briefly explore the weapons and characteristics of each class and give you a peek at their unique combat styles below!


Attack enemies with your sword, utilize your shield to protect yourself and immobilize rivals, to finish them off with a deadly blow.



Main Weapon: Longsword
Sub Weapon: Shield


A nimble huntress with superior marksmanship. Rangers keep enemies away with barrages of penetrating arrows, neutralizing them from afar.



Main Weapon: Longbow
Sub Weapon: Dagger


A dexterous master of the black arts. Sorceresses can cast many different dark spells on enemies, to prevail from any range.



Main Weapon: Amulet
Sub Weapon: Talisman


A destructive berserker with gigantic dual axes. Berserkers perform ground-shaking smashes, eradicating all surrounding enemies.



Main Weapon: Axe
Sub Weapon: Ornamental Knot


Valkyries are blessed with sacred powers. They are adept at using both weapons and magic in combat and can also support allies with buffs and recovery spells.



Main Weapon: Longsword
Sub Weapon: Shield


Witches burn, freeze and shatter enemies with the power of natural elements to vanquish their foes.



Main Weapon: Staff
Sub Weapon: Dagger



Tamers can perform ruthless combination attacks or take enemies down on their own, by borrowing divine forces.



Main Weapon: Shortsword
Sub Weapon: Trinket


A graceful combatant with a specialized skill set, the Maehwa can lock down any foe with a wide array of control skills.



Main Weapon: Blade
Sub Weapon: Horn Bow


The Musa is a swordsman armed with an arsenal of powerful area of effect skills and blazing speed to devastate their foes in the blink of an eye while avoiding danger.



Main Weapon: Blade
Sub Weapon: Horn Bow


The Ninja is an agile close-quarters combatant that can get up close to their opponents alarmingly fast to deliver precise deadly strikes.



Main Weapon: Shortsword
Sub Weapon: Kunai/Shuriken


The Kunoichi specializes in deflecting attacks while waiting for an opening to flash into the fray and deliver devastating counterattacks.



Main Weapon: Shortsword
Sub Weapon: Kunai/Shuriken


Wizards burn, freeze and shatter enemies with the power of natural elements to vanquish their foes.



Main Weapon: Staff
Sub Weapon: Dagger


With strong foundation in dark magic, the Dark Knight performs heavy, fatal attacks using the majestic Kriegsmesser.



Main Weapon: Kriegsmesser
Sub Weapon Ornamental Knot

Kakao Games and PearlAbyss announced that the multiple award-winning MMORPG, Black Desert Online, will be made available on Steam to players in North America and Europe.


http://store.steampowered.com/app/582660/Black_Desert_Online/

Pack your cloak, sharpen your weapons, and grab as many bags as you can carry, because it’s time to set off on an epic adventure! Black Desert Online is coming to Steam on May 24, bringing with it the deepest character customization system ever seen. Expect sweeping landscapes, ferocious monsters, and action-focused combat packed in an unforgettable experience that breathes new life into the MMO genre.



Choose from one of 13 unique classes and create your character using the incredibly precise customization tools before entering the bustling world of Black Desert Online. Will you become a slayer of massive beasts? A wealthy trader? A master horse tamer? In this enormous open world lies a journey that will amaze MMO veterans and newcomers alike.

Key Features

• Beautifully designed open world that’s as expansive as it is alive
• Heart- pounding skill-based combat
• Unprecedented character customization with incredible detail
• Crisp next-generation graphics
• Extensive open-world PvP modes (Arena mode, guild vs guild, node wars, castle sieges, and more)
• Engaging story with deep lore and epic quests
• Unique farming system - grow and perfect your crops
• Personalized stable - catch, tame, and breed wild horses
• Deep crafting, housing, fishing, hunting, and alchemy systems
• Intuitive action gameplay complete with gamepad support
• Frequently updated with enormous free expansions

Stay tuned to the Steam Community Hub for information, celebratory events and more.



About Kakao Games
Kakao Games is a leading online games publisher. Founded in 2015, Kakao Games is currently focused on publishing the critically acclaimed MMORPG Black Desert Online in North American and European markets.

Kakao Games and PearlAbyss announced that the multiple award-winning MMORPG, Black Desert Online, will be made available on Steam to players in North America and Europe.


http://store.steampowered.com/app/582660/Black_Desert_Online/

Pack your cloak, sharpen your weapons, and grab as many bags as you can carry, because it’s time to set off on an epic adventure! Black Desert Online is coming to Steam on May 24, bringing with it the deepest character customization system ever seen. Expect sweeping landscapes, ferocious monsters, and action-focused combat packed in an unforgettable experience that breathes new life into the MMO genre.



Choose from one of 13 unique classes and create your character using the incredibly precise customization tools before entering the bustling world of Black Desert Online. Will you become a slayer of massive beasts? A wealthy trader? A master horse tamer? In this enormous open world lies a journey that will amaze MMO veterans and newcomers alike.

Key Features

• Beautifully designed open world that’s as expansive as it is alive
• Heart- pounding skill-based combat
• Unprecedented character customization with incredible detail
• Crisp next-generation graphics
• Extensive open-world PvP modes (Arena mode, guild vs guild, node wars, castle sieges, and more)
• Engaging story with deep lore and epic quests
• Unique farming system - grow and perfect your crops
• Personalized stable - catch, tame, and breed wild horses
• Deep crafting, housing, fishing, hunting, and alchemy systems
• Intuitive action gameplay complete with gamepad support
• Frequently updated with enormous free expansions

Stay tuned to the Steam Community Hub for information, celebratory events and more.



About Kakao Games
Kakao Games is a leading online games publisher. Founded in 2015, Kakao Games is currently focused on publishing the critically acclaimed MMORPG Black Desert Online in North American and European markets.

Please contact us if you have any problems with Black Desert Online or your account. For issues with Steam itself, or your initial purchase, you can contact Steam support here.

Can I play Black Desert Online directly from Steam?

• Starting from May 24, 2017, Black Desert Online will be available for purchase on Steam. Players who purchase Black Desert Online from Steam will be able to play directly from Steam. There is a one-time Black Desert Online account registration process during the initial game start. Once this has been completed, clicking on the ‘Play’ button for Black Desert Online from the Steam launcher will launch and take you directly into the game.

Will Black Desert Online update via Steam or via the launcher?

• The game will patch via the Steam Client.

Can I move my game account from Black Desert Online to Steam?

• No. All Steam players will need to create a new Black Desert Online account. Pre-existing accounts will not be able to migrate or sync their accounts with a Steam account.

Do I still need a Black Desert Online website account if I buy the game on Steam?

• Yes, the one-time Black Desert Online account registration step during the initial game start process creates a Black Desert Online account. This account can be used to login to BlackDesertOnline.com to access ‘My Account’ page, Help Desk, and Forums.

Are there Steam achievements, trading cards or badges for Black Desert Online?

• Trading cards will be available at launch and the Steam Achievement system is currently still being developed. We are hopeful that Steam Achievements will be ready by the release date of May 24, 2017.

Will Steam players be playing on the same servers as Black Desert Online accounts?

• Yes, Black Desert Online operates in a single-world system. Black Desert Online players will all play in the same world, but can freely select servers within that world.

Will Black Desert Online support (Steam) controllers?

• Yes, Black Desert Online features partial controller support. For using features like chatting, we suggest using a (wireless) keyboard.

Does Black Desert Online support the Steam Link when played from Steam?

• Yes

What is the difference between the Steam and classic PC versions of Black Desert Online?

• Both versions will be identical and updated at the same time. Black Desert Online is frequently updated with free expansions and evolving content.

Can I use the money I have in my Steam wallet to pay for Daum Cash?

• Yes

After buying the game on Steam, can I buy Daum Cash directly from the Black Desert Online website?

• No, you can purchase Daum Cash through Steam.

Please contact us if you have any problems with Black Desert Online or your account. For issues with Steam itself, or your initial purchase, you can contact Steam support here.

Can I play Black Desert Online directly from Steam?

• Starting from May 24, 2017, Black Desert Online will be available for purchase on Steam. Players who purchase Black Desert Online from Steam will be able to play directly from Steam. There is a one-time Black Desert Online account registration process during the initial game start. Once this has been completed, clicking on the ‘Play’ button for Black Desert Online from the Steam launcher will launch and take you directly into the game.

Will Black Desert Online update via Steam or via the launcher?

• The game will patch via the Steam Client.

Can I move my game account from Black Desert Online to Steam?

• No. All Steam players will need to create a new Black Desert Online account. Pre-existing accounts will not be able to migrate or sync their accounts with a Steam account.

Do I still need a Black Desert Online website account if I buy the game on Steam?

• Yes, the one-time Black Desert Online account registration step during the initial game start process creates a Black Desert Online account. This account can be used to login to BlackDesertOnline.com to access ‘My Account’ page, Help Desk, and Forums.

Are there Steam achievements, trading cards or badges for Black Desert Online?

• Trading cards will be available at launch and the Steam Achievement system is currently still being developed. We are hopeful that Steam Achievements will be ready by the release date of May 24, 2017.

Will Steam players be playing on the same servers as Black Desert Online accounts?

• Yes, Black Desert Online operates in a single-world system. Black Desert Online players will all play in the same world, but can freely select servers within that world.

Will Black Desert Online support (Steam) controllers?

• Yes, Black Desert Online features partial controller support. For using features like chatting, we suggest using a (wireless) keyboard.

Does Black Desert Online support the Steam Link when played from Steam?

• Yes

What is the difference between the Steam and classic PC versions of Black Desert Online?

• Both versions will be identical and updated at the same time. Black Desert Online is frequently updated with free expansions and evolving content.

Can I use the money I have in my Steam wallet to pay for Daum Cash?

• Yes

After buying the game on Steam, can I buy Daum Cash directly from the Black Desert Online website?

• No, you can purchase Daum Cash through Steam.