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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
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: 30 Jun, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 5.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(64%)
graphics
combat mechanics
character variety
free-to-play
sexualized designs
narrative
content variety
repetitive grind
aggressive monetization
performance issues
general reception of The First Descendant shows a mix of praise and criticism, where players enjoy the character variety, graphics, and combat mechanics. However, they express dissatisfaction with the repetitive grind, lack of meaningful content updates, and issues with monetization and performance. While some appreciate the unique characters and narrative elements, the sexualized designs divide the community.

Positive Points

  • The game has a variety of unique characters known as Descendants, each offering different abilities and playstyles, which many players find refreshing and engaging.
  • Graphics and visuals are frequently praised, with the game built on Unreal Engine 5, offering beautiful and highly detailed environments and character designs.
  • The combat system, particularly the gunplay and the agility provided by the grappling hook mechanic, is highlighted as fun and satisfying.
  • The game is accessible as a free-to-play title, with the majority of the content available to players without the need for purchases.

    • Negative Points

  • Repetitive mission design and a heavy grind required for progression are common complaints, with many players feeling the game lacks content variety.
  • The monetization system is criticized for aggressive microtransactions, especially relating to cosmetics, which some find overpriced.
  • Stability and performance issues, including frequent crashes and lag, particularly on less powerful systems, have been a significant problem for many players.

    • Mixed Points

  • The story and narrative receive mixed feedback; while some enjoy the lore and character backgrounds, others find the narrative weak and the dialogue unengaging.
  • The involvement of highly sexualized character designs is divisive, with some players appreciating it while others criticize it for detracting from the game's substance.

    • Common Themes

  • Players often draw comparisons between The First Descendant and other looter shooters such as Warframe and Destiny 2, noting similarities in gameplay mechanics and progression systems.
  • There is a consistent mention of the game being a grind, with players expressing varying levels of tolerance or enjoyment for this aspect.
  • A desire for more meaningful content updates and endgame activities is commonly expressed, indicating a need for the game to evolve beyond its current state.
    • Updated 6/20/2026, 12:02:21 AM UTC
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