Having been in the spotlight for several years now, The First Descendant took advantage of the Summer Game Fest 2024 conference to finally lift the veil on its release date. After being revealed via multiple trailers, the new production by NEXON is finally available!
The First Descendant servers are open!
Right now, players can dive into this brand new third-person shooter, action and role-playing game for free. Free-to-play and shooter-looter oblige, the game is obviously full of microtransactions, but offers the luxury of a rather solid technique thanks to development under Unreal Engine 5.
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In The First Descendant, players take on the role of Descendants whose mission is to protect humanity and the continent of Ingris from invaders. They progress through various scenarios and missions while discovering a captivating story and developing their character. The title offers detailed environments that create a unique atmosphere, mixing realism, science fiction and fantasy for an unprecedented immersive experience.
The game's characters are diverse and engaging, each with unique skills and fighting styles. The game features extensive customization options, allowing players to change the appearance and equipment of their characters. Combat is dynamic and exhilarating, offering great freedom of movement and varied actions thanks to a grappling hook, colorful weapons, and various effects. This flexibility allows players to adapt their playstyle to their preferences, making each fight unique and engaging.
Co-op is at the heart of the game, with teams of four players teaming up to take on gigantic monsters and titanic bosses. Each monster features multiple destructible parts, requiring strategic coordination to defeat. Players can choose from a variety of difficulty levels, adding a layer of challenge and strategy to the co-op experience. By completing missions and collecting various gear, players can customize and upgrade their characters to overcome tough challenges and fully explore the rich universe of The First Descendant.
The title is playable now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
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