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Action RPG
Third-Person Shooter
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 56 /100 Critics Rec: 26%
Released
July 2, 2024
ESRB
Mature 17+ // Violence, Blood, Suggestive Themes, Strong Language
Developer(s)
Nexon Games
Publisher(s)
Nexon

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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.

Genre(s)
Action RPG, Third-Person Shooter

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The First Descendant Gets Big Update for October 2025

Nexon releases a new update for The First Descendant that adds quality of life improvements and new content, including a brand new weapon type.

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Bayonetta is Crossing Over with The First Descendant

The First Descendant announces a crossover with Bayonetta, and gives the first details about the collab with the beloved hack and slash series.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Confirms More Perks for Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Confirms More Perks for Subscribers

Xbox Game Pass reveals the new perks that Ultimate subscribers will be able to claim once they each become available in September.

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The First Descendant's Bizarre AI Influencer Ads Spark Controversy with Its Community

Nexon's The First Descendant stirs up controversy among fans with a bizarre marketing campaign starring uncanny AI influencers.

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First Descendant Players Have a Chance to Play Season 3 Early

The First Descendant players have a chance to play Season 3 Breakthrough before the new update and content rolls out this August.

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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 Reveals New Season 3 Update Details

On a special occasion for the game, The First Descendant shares fresh details about its upcoming season, alongside new glimpses of what’s coming.

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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Updates Stream Your Own Game Library to Include 15 More Titles

A new batch of games has become available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers to stream anywhere via Xbox Cloud Gaming.

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Today is the End of an Era for The First Descendant

Today marks the end of an era for The First Descendant, as Nexon follows through on an important decision it revealed a few months back.

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The First Descendant is Hinting at an Exciting Season 3 Battle Pass Reward.
The First Descendant Dev Teases Exciting Season 3 Battle Pass Reward

The First Descendant developer Nexon is hinting at a major new reward coming to the game's Battle Pass with its Season 3 update.

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The First Descendant Ending Support for Some Platforms Soon

Within a year of its launch, The First Descendant announces it is set to pull the plug on certain ports of the looter shooter game.

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The First Descendant Gets Helpful New Update

The First Descendant receives a helpful new update that improves one of the game's most criticized pieces of end-game content during Season 2.

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First Descendant Update Adding 'Much-Requested' Feature

A certain fan-requested feature is finally making its way into the looter shooter game The First Descendant, stirring excitement among players.

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The First Descendant Adding Highly Requested Feature

While answering community questions, Nexon confirms a highly requested feature is finally being added to The First Descendant in the future.

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The First Descendant Reveals Season 2 Plans

Nexon Games reveals some of its plans for The First Descendant Season 2 and future seasons, including new content expected to come to the game.

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Developer-Publisher Nexon Announces Layoffs

Nexon, the developer-publisher behind titles like Dave the Diver and The First Descendant, is reportedly cutting jobs at its US office as part of a reorganization. Nexon, originally founded in South Korea but now headquartered in Japan, is the latest in a string of companies impacted by industry-wide layoffs. These cuts follow a larger trend, with even major players like PlayStation and Insomniac Games downsizing due to economic pressures and restructuring needs.

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Nexon Hit With Layoffs

According to a recent report, Dave the Diver developer Nexon is conducting a round of job cuts, impacting a number of people.

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The First Descendant Reveals Inversion Reinforcement Progression System

With Season 1 on the horizon, The First Descendant reveals a new progression system that grants players new bonuses and passive power.

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The First Descendant Makes Major Change to Season 1 Release Schedule

In response to fan feedback, Nexon announces major changes to its upcoming Season 1 staggered release rollout for The First Descendant.

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