Crimson Desert's New Patch Lets You Stash 100 Pets and Swing More Chainsaws

Amplitude Studios dropped Patch 1.04 for Crimson Desert this week, and the changes feel like a love‑letter to the game’s most devoted fans. While the core combat tweaks are solid, the headline grabbers are the pet and chainsaw upgrades.

First up, pets. Until now, players were capped at 20 companions—a number that felt more like a suggestion than a hard rule. The new patch shatters that ceiling, letting you hoard up to 100 pets. Yes, you read that right: a hundred tiny critters that can follow you, fight alongside you, or simply sit on your shoulder for moral support. The UI has been tweaked to accommodate the larger roster, with scrolling tabs and quick‑swap hotkeys that make flipping between creatures feel almost seamless.

But it’s not just about quantity. Each pet still retains its unique abilities—some boost your melee damage, others grant stealth bonuses, and a few even sprinkle a little extra loot when you defeat enemies. With so many slots, you can now experiment with hybrid teams, mixing a stealthy fox with a fire‑breathing dragon, for example. The community is already buzzing with ideas, posting screenshots of their sprawling menageries on forums and Discord.

On the other side of the spectrum, the patch also expands chainsaw accessibility. Previously, chainsaw weapons were locked behind specific quests or rare drops, making them feel like a perk for the lucky few. Now, a wider range of chainsaw gear is available in the general loot tables, and a new “Chainsaw Mastery” skill tree has been added. Investing points here lets you unlock faster swing speeds, increased durability, and even a bleeding effect that adds a little extra damage over time.

These changes aren’t just cosmetic; they shift the meta. Players who love the brutal, close‑quarters feel of a chainsaw can now pursue it more aggressively, while those who enjoy the pet‑collecting side of the game get a massive playground for creativity. The patch also includes minor balance tweaks—enemy health adjustments, a few bug fixes, and performance improvements for low‑end PCs.

Overall, Patch 1.04 feels like a response to community feedback, delivering the kind of freedom that makes open‑world RPGs feel truly yours. Whether you’re gathering a zoo of companions or carving a path through enemies with a roaring chainsaw, Crimson Desert just got a lot more personal.