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The First Descendant
Action
Adventure
RPG
Free To Play
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
In-App Purchases
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
Partial Controller Support
Family Sharing

The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!

Developers: NEXON Games Co., Ltd.
Publishers: NEXON
Release Date: Jun 30, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 5.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(64%)
satisfying combat
character variety
visual design
build crafting
accessible updates
sexualized designs
repetitive gameplay
fan service
Warframe comparisons
performance issues
microtransactions
grind
monetization strategy
balance issues
The general sentiment around the game is a mix of solid gameplay mechanics, significant performance and monetization issues, and a polarizing emphasis on fan service. While players appreciate the visual design and character variety, the repetitive grind and costly cosmetic focus are major drawbacks. Some players find satisfaction in the build crafting and progression systems, but others are turned off by the imbalance and lack of substantial content updates.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a solid foundation with satisfying combat mechanics and a rewarding build crafting system.
  • Graphics and character designs are well-executed, with high fidelity models and environments.
  • The game has a wide variety of unique characters, each providing different playstyles and a unique look.
  • The game provides good accessibility for new players, with recent updates focusing on quality of life improvements and easing the grind.
  • The combat feels fluid, with a mix of unique abilities and weapons that cater to different playstyles.

    • Negative Points

  • The game suffers from performance issues, including frequent crashes and optimization problems, particularly on specific hardware configurations.
  • There is a heavy reliance on grind and microtransactions, with repetitive missions that can become monotonous over time.
  • The monetization strategy heavily focuses on cosmetics, often at high prices, which detracts from overall game quality.
  • Some characters feel more powerful than others, leading to balance issues.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the graphics and overall visual design are praised, some players feel the emphasis on sexualized character designs detracts from the game's potential.
  • Many players enjoy the gameplay initially but feel that it becomes repetitive quickly due to the lack of variety in mission types.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to Warframe and Destiny 2 is frequent, with many noting similarities in gameplay mechanics and structure.
  • The presence of fan service and sexualized characters is frequently mentioned, often splitting opinions between enjoyment and criticism.
  • Repetitive gameplay and grinding are highlighted as significant aspects of the player's experience.
    • Updated 7/16/2026, 12:01:27 AM UTC
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