Black Desert After 27,000 Hours (9 Years): What You Need to Know

I've spent over 27,000 hours (9 Years) playing Black Desert. Exploring every quest, trying every character, trying all lifeskills, and completing the story. Part 1?

Now, it's time for the honest truth. Is Black Desert the game for you? Whether you're thinking of starting now or just want to know how it holds up after 9 years, this is what you need to know.

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*TIMESTAMPS*
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Black Desert vs traditional MMOs
1:28 - Gear Progression
2:15 - PvE & PvP
3:23 - Activities
4:30 - First impressions of the game
7:48 - Story & Exploration
9:43 - Game Graphics & Options
11:22 - Conclusion & Thanks for watching!

My Black Desert Gameplay on PC includes a Review, Quests, Character Creation, 2025 How To Guides for beginners and veteran players on Life Skills, Gear Enhancing, Best Weapons and Armors, PvE Bosses, Awakening and Succession with live commentary by Jonlaw.

Black Desert (BDO) is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more! #BlackDesert #gaming #bdo