
The First Descendant
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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.
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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
| Language | Interface | Audio | Subtitles |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Japanese | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Simplified Chinese | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Traditional Chinese | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Korean | ✓ | — | ✓ |








