Volume 1, Disc 1: Themes – The Saga Begins: A Record of Melodies | Crimson Desert OST
Disc 1: Themes – The Saga Begins: A Record of Melodies holds the narrative threads that weave together the fate of Pywel. Experience the grand beginning of this epic chronicle through melodies that capture the characters’ inner selves and the world’s roots.
Crimson Desert’s first official soundtrack is the record of a long creative journey to give Pywel’s open world its own voice. Comprising 75 tracks, the album is built on a foundation laid by directors Hwiman Ryu and Inro Joo, and enriched by the creative flair of many composers.
Listen to the full OST on the Pearl Abyss Music channel: http://pearlabyss.info/cdplaylist1
"This album is the fruit of creative toil and perseverance. Through its rich sound, we have brought to life Pywel’s vast horizons and its most poignant moments. To the players wandering the wilds and crossing paths with destiny, may this music be your steadfast companion."
00:00 01 - Triumph As One (Trailer 2019)
02:44 02 - Lone Wolf
04:37 03 - Hymn for the Unsung Blade (feat. Clara Sorace)
08:22 04 - Howl of the Wolf (feat. Clara Sorace)
12:20 05 - Lament for the Unsung Blade
15:10 06 - Against All Odds (Trailer 2026)
16:57 07 - The Chosen of Darkness
21:10 08 - The First Resonance
23:26 09 - A Journey's Beginning (feat. Clara Sorace)
25:31 10 - First Flight
27:04 11 - Until Our Final Breath
30:05 12 - Lament for the Wolf
34:16 13 - Fall of the Resplendent Shadow
38:22 14 - Reunited at Last
40:31 15 - Into the Ancestors' Embrace
43:52 16 - Stand As One (Trailer 2020)
50:00 17 - The Final Ascent (Trailer 2024)
51:34 18 - Fight As One (Trailer 2025)
Album Credits
▪ Executive Producer: Daeil Kim
▪ Audio Director & Album Producer: Hwiman Ryu
▪ Music Director: Inro Joo
▪ Mastering Engineer: Byeong Joon Hwang (Soundmirror Korea)
Music Credits
✦ Musicians
▪ Female Vocals: Clara Solace (Track 03, 04, 09)
▪ Male Vocals: Dongjune Oh (Track 15)
▪ Cello: Ji Hyun Oh (Track 03, 05, 09)
✦ Composers & Arrangers
▪ Hwiman Ryu
Composer & Arranger: Track 04, 12, 15
Composer: Hwiman Ryu & Inro Joo / Arranger: Inro Joo & Hwiman Ryu: Track 02
▪ Inro Joo
Composer & Arranger: Track 07, 09, 10, 11, 14, 17
Composer, Arranger & Lyricist: Track 03, 05
Composer: Inro Joo & Hwiman Ryu & Hyoung Woo Roh / Arranger: Inro Joo & Hwiman Ryu: Track 13
▪ Hyoung Woo Roh
Composer & Arranger / Music Producer: Hwiman Ryu: Track 01, 16, 18
Composer & Arranger: Hyoung Woo Roh & Heejoon Oh / Music Producer: Hwiman Ryu: Track 06
▪ Jiyoon Kim
Composer & Arranger: Track 08
Core Directors
▪ Hwiman Ryu (Executive Audio Director)
Leading the overall sound design of Crimson Desert, Ryu brought to life the unfamiliar yet diverse colors of the continent of Pywel by combining self-designed experimental electronic and percussion sounds with hybrid orchestration. He also heightened the brutality and dynamism of combat, helping to build the unique sound identity of Crimson Desert.
▪ Inro Joo (Music Director)
Joo served as the central pillar that supported the game's narrative with his intricately crafted computer orchestration and deeply expressive melodies that rival live performances. His music, which makes up the largest portion of this album, forms the emotional foundation that embraces both the land of Pywel and the people that dwell within.
Composers
▪ Hyoung Woo Roh
The composer who opened the musical journey of Pywel, Roh laid down the foundation of Crimson Desert's score with weighty, soul-stirring melodies. His rich cinematic sensibility gave birth to the game's iconic main theme, serving as the starting point of the album's gravitas and adventurous world.
▪ Jiyoon Kim
Drawing on a distinctive musical language and emotional sensibility of his own, Kim delicately captured the many facets of the continent of Pywel and brought a diverse musical character to the album through his unique, rich musical colors,
▪ Dongjune Oh
With exceptional instinct and fearless creativity, Oh captured the vitality of Pywel. He also infused the vast open world with a delightful energy and life through bold rhythms and inventive melodies.
Crimson Desert is available now:
» Steam: https://pearlabyss.info/cd_steam
» PlayStation Store: https://pearlabyss.info/ps_store
» Xbox Store: https://pearlabyss.info/xbox_store
» Epic Games Store: https://pearlabyss.info/epic_store
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Crimson Desert’s first official soundtrack is the record of a long creative journey to give Pywel’s open world its own voice. Comprising 75 tracks, the album is built on a foundation laid by directors Hwiman Ryu and Inro Joo, and enriched by the creative flair of many composers.
Listen to the full OST on the Pearl Abyss Music channel: http://pearlabyss.info/cdplaylist1
"This album is the fruit of creative toil and perseverance. Through its rich sound, we have brought to life Pywel’s vast horizons and its most poignant moments. To the players wandering the wilds and crossing paths with destiny, may this music be your steadfast companion."
00:00 01 - Triumph As One (Trailer 2019)
02:44 02 - Lone Wolf
04:37 03 - Hymn for the Unsung Blade (feat. Clara Sorace)
08:22 04 - Howl of the Wolf (feat. Clara Sorace)
12:20 05 - Lament for the Unsung Blade
15:10 06 - Against All Odds (Trailer 2026)
16:57 07 - The Chosen of Darkness
21:10 08 - The First Resonance
23:26 09 - A Journey's Beginning (feat. Clara Sorace)
25:31 10 - First Flight
27:04 11 - Until Our Final Breath
30:05 12 - Lament for the Wolf
34:16 13 - Fall of the Resplendent Shadow
38:22 14 - Reunited at Last
40:31 15 - Into the Ancestors' Embrace
43:52 16 - Stand As One (Trailer 2020)
50:00 17 - The Final Ascent (Trailer 2024)
51:34 18 - Fight As One (Trailer 2025)
Album Credits
▪ Executive Producer: Daeil Kim
▪ Audio Director & Album Producer: Hwiman Ryu
▪ Music Director: Inro Joo
▪ Mastering Engineer: Byeong Joon Hwang (Soundmirror Korea)
Music Credits
✦ Musicians
▪ Female Vocals: Clara Solace (Track 03, 04, 09)
▪ Male Vocals: Dongjune Oh (Track 15)
▪ Cello: Ji Hyun Oh (Track 03, 05, 09)
✦ Composers & Arrangers
▪ Hwiman Ryu
Composer & Arranger: Track 04, 12, 15
Composer: Hwiman Ryu & Inro Joo / Arranger: Inro Joo & Hwiman Ryu: Track 02
▪ Inro Joo
Composer & Arranger: Track 07, 09, 10, 11, 14, 17
Composer, Arranger & Lyricist: Track 03, 05
Composer: Inro Joo & Hwiman Ryu & Hyoung Woo Roh / Arranger: Inro Joo & Hwiman Ryu: Track 13
▪ Hyoung Woo Roh
Composer & Arranger / Music Producer: Hwiman Ryu: Track 01, 16, 18
Composer & Arranger: Hyoung Woo Roh & Heejoon Oh / Music Producer: Hwiman Ryu: Track 06
▪ Jiyoon Kim
Composer & Arranger: Track 08
Core Directors
▪ Hwiman Ryu (Executive Audio Director)
Leading the overall sound design of Crimson Desert, Ryu brought to life the unfamiliar yet diverse colors of the continent of Pywel by combining self-designed experimental electronic and percussion sounds with hybrid orchestration. He also heightened the brutality and dynamism of combat, helping to build the unique sound identity of Crimson Desert.
▪ Inro Joo (Music Director)
Joo served as the central pillar that supported the game's narrative with his intricately crafted computer orchestration and deeply expressive melodies that rival live performances. His music, which makes up the largest portion of this album, forms the emotional foundation that embraces both the land of Pywel and the people that dwell within.
Composers
▪ Hyoung Woo Roh
The composer who opened the musical journey of Pywel, Roh laid down the foundation of Crimson Desert's score with weighty, soul-stirring melodies. His rich cinematic sensibility gave birth to the game's iconic main theme, serving as the starting point of the album's gravitas and adventurous world.
▪ Jiyoon Kim
Drawing on a distinctive musical language and emotional sensibility of his own, Kim delicately captured the many facets of the continent of Pywel and brought a diverse musical character to the album through his unique, rich musical colors,
▪ Dongjune Oh
With exceptional instinct and fearless creativity, Oh captured the vitality of Pywel. He also infused the vast open world with a delightful energy and life through bold rhythms and inventive melodies.
Crimson Desert is available now:
» Steam: https://pearlabyss.info/cd_steam
» PlayStation Store: https://pearlabyss.info/ps_store
» Xbox Store: https://pearlabyss.info/xbox_store
» Epic Games Store: https://pearlabyss.info/epic_store
Join the official Crimson Desert channels and stay updated!
Official Site: https://crimsondesert.pearlabyss.com
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/crimsondesert_
Instagram: https://instagram.com/crimsondesert_
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