The First Descendant

The First Descendant

57Metacritic57% · ReviewsNEXON Games Co., Ltd.· 2024-06-30

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About The First Descendant

The First Descendant, developed by NEXON Games Co., Ltd., is a free-to-play third-person cooperative action RPG shooter set in the sci-fi fantasy world of the Ingris continent. Players take on the role of Descendants, tasked with defending humanity against invaders while uncovering the mysteries of their origins. Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game offers a visually rich experience combining futuristic environments with grounded, tactical combat. Its standout feature is the cooperative 4-player battles against massive boss monsters, emphasizing teamwork and strategic gameplay.

Descendants and Customizable Characters

The game features a roster of unique characters, each with distinct abilities and playstyles. Players can customize their Descendants further with skins and other decorative elements, enabling a personalized gameplay experience. Each character’s abilities are designed to complement team dynamics, offering flexibility in how players approach missions and challenges.

Grappling Hooks and Free-Form Combat

Combat in The First Descendant blends firearms, skill-based abilities, and dynamic tools like Grappling Hooks for free movement and chain actions. Players can experiment with combinations of weapons, effects, and character skills to create a battle style tailored to their preferences. The fluidity of movement and action enhances both solo and cooperative gameplay.

World Missions and Boss Battles

Central to the game are World Missions, where players team up to face massive boss monsters with unique mechanics and destructible parts. These encounters require coordination to exploit boss weaknesses and adapt to escalating difficulties. Success rewards valuable equipment and resources, essential for character progression and tackling higher-tier challenges.

Release Date
2024-06-30
Developer
NEXON Games Co., Ltd.
Publisher
NEXON
Genres
Action, Adventure, Free to Play, RPG
Age Rating
ESRB Mature 17+

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The First Descendant
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The First Descendant Reviews

Metacritic

57

OpenCritic

56

Weak

Steam

57%

57% of 112.4k Steam reviews are positive

System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 x64 20H2
Processor
Intel i5-3570 / AMD FX-8350
Memory
8 GB RAM
Graphics
GeForce GTX 1050Ti / AMD Radeon RX 570 / Intel Arc A380
Storage
100 GB available space
DirectX
Version 12
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Additional Notes
SSD Recommended. VRAM 4GB or above.

Supported Languages

LanguageInterfaceAudioSubtitles
English✓—✓
Japanese✓—✓
Simplified Chinese✓—✓
Traditional Chinese✓—✓
Korean✓—✓

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