The First Descendant

Nexon's The First Descendant is a free-to-play looter shooter that also incorporates action RPG elements. Focusing on cooperative play, the game allows up to four players to work together.

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The First Descendant Tag Page Cover Art
Action RPG
Third-Person Shooter
Released
July 2, 2024
ESRB
Mature 17+ // Violence, Blood, Suggestive Themes, Strong Language
Developer(s)
Nexon Games
Publisher(s)
Nexon
Engine
Unreal Engine 5
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer

The First Descendant is a next-generation third-person co-op action RPG looter shooter featuring high-quality graphics created in Unreal Engine 5.

Players become a Descendant whose mission is to combat alien invaders – The Vulgus who crossed dimensions over 100 years ago and brought with them the devastating Colossi and destruction – for the survival of humanity and to protect Albion and the continent of Ingris. Players will encounter spectacular stories of forces fighting over the Iron Heart as they grow stronger through various missions and raids.

Encounter features that make The First Descendant's gameplay unique: a variety of characters with unique concepts and combat styles, massive boss battles with up to four player co-op, free movement and coordinated action with grappling hooks, a variety of weapons and compelling customization options.

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Here's how to get NieR Automata skins and emotes in The First Descendant's crossover event, including free and paid options.

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The First Descendant - Meet Nell Character Gameplay Trailer

The First Descendant reveals more gameplay of its newest playable character, Nell, the former Albion Executive Officer with telekinetic abilities.

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First Descendant Players Have a Chance to Play Season 3 Early

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The First Descendant Anniversary Event Giving Players Free Characters and Ultimate Weapons

To celebrate The First Descendant's anniversary, Nexon reveals a special event where players can unlock some big rewards including a free character.

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The First Descendant x NieR: Automata - Crossover Trailer

NieR: Automata content is coming to The First Descendant, with customized skins and animations for 2B and A2 making their way to the looter shooter.

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