Crimson Desert, a major open-world RPG releasing in 2026 by Pearl Abyss, features an extensive variety of over 30 mounts ranging from horses, bears, and raptors to dragons, mechs, and domesticated animals. These mounts serve multiple purposes including traversal and combat, each with unique abilities and methods of acquisition. Notable mounts include the powerful Blackstar Dragon obtained by completing Chapter 11, various bear mounts that excel in ground combat, and mechanical mounts like the dwarven mech which can fly and shoot missiles, unlocked in end-game content. Players can also find domesticated mounts such as camels and buffalo, raptors and lizards with speed and traversal advantages, and other wild legendary mounts that provide strategic benefits.

Taming mounts involves riding them and using specific controls to gain their trust, with some requiring special skills or quest completions. The game emphasizes mount diversity and utility, allowing players to engage in mounted combat, races, and exploration across the vast Crimson Desert world. This rich mount system enhances gameplay by offering both practical and combat advantages, making mounts a standout feature in Crimson Desert’s immersive RPG experience.