Crimson Desert’s combat can be brutal, but you don't have to face the mercenaries and monsters of Pywell alone. While the game's flashy character-switching mechanic usually teleports your perspective across the map, there is a somewhat hidden way to actually bring your party members to your side for exploration and combat. From establishing your base at Howling Hill to mastering the d-pad shortcuts, we’re breaking down the specific steps to summon your allies so you can split the aggro and survive even the toughest enemy encampments.This Crimson Desert guide covers the companion and party system mechanics for Pearl Abyss's latest open-world action RPG. We dive into the requirements for unlocking Damiane, how to use the "summon" feature on PS5 and Xbox, and the limitations of AI companions when it comes to horseback riding and main story quests. Whether you're looking for Crimson Desert gameplay tips, a walkthrough of Chapter 3, or details on how the GTA 5-style character switching works, this video has you covered.