The First Descendant is set to implement jiggle physics into the game in the near future, as confirmed by developer Nexon. In doing so, The First Descendant will join the likes of Stellar Blade and Resident Evil 4, a couple of notable recent games that also have this feature.

The First Descendant Season 2 plans
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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On The First Descendant's Discord channel, user TFD_PD_Lee, a Nexon rep, announced the imminent arrival of the "much-requested" jiggle physics in the FPS game. They revealed that the Dave the Diver owner had approved this feature after "lengthy discussions." Even though this addition has already been greenlit, there is no final say on how and when jiggle physics will be implemented, with the rep promising more information in successive announcements.

How The First Descendant May Incorporate Jiggle Physics into the Game

In another message, TFD_PD_Lee shared the next step for Nexon to tackle as it proceeds with adding jiggle physics to The First Descendant. The Nexon rep said that the team was set to review including an "on/off option" for this feature, suggesting players may be able to choose the experience they want in this regard. Moreover, another Discord message clarified that the absence of jiggle physics at the time of release was not due to the studio's concerns about affecting the game's age rating, contrary to speculation.

Answering to those who were concerned that Nexon wasn't prioritizing working on other areas of improvement in The First Descendant, TFD_PD_Lee reassured fans that the devs were "deeply" focusing on the areas where they "have fallen short." The rep continued that jiggle physics is only a "small part" of the developer's effort and doesn't come at a cost. Additionally, it was revealed that layoff-hit Nexon has ramped up hiring for its dev team in order to move beyond "short-term fixes" and "rekindle the fun of the game."

Notably, The First Descendant fans are currently having a fine run with back-to-back fan-requested features getting the nod. Earlier in November, Nexon had confirmed photo mode for the shooter title, fulfilling another popular demand from fans. With more of these community-backed features coming in, devs hope that the work done translates into increased player engagement, bringing more success to the game.

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The First Descendant

Action RPG
Third-Person Shooter
Systems
PC-1 PlayStation-1 Xbox-1
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
Engine
Unreal Engine 5
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer

WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL

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
How Long To Beat
36 Hours
OpenCritic Rating
Weak