The First Descendant News

Hello, Descendants!

Here are the main confirmed issues before starting the Steam Beta Test.
Please check and refer to the guide below for the Steam Beta Test.

We will notify you additional issues we discover.

■ Guide for PCs Below Minimum Requirements
- When executing the game on a PC below minimum requirements, the game may not run properly and a warning message will pop up. So please check the PC Minimum Requirements and Recommended Requirements for The First Descendant before running the game.


■ Graphics Driver Guide
- Currently, a problem with specific graphics card drivers has been detected in Unreal Engine 5, hindering the execution of the game. We recommend that you check the driver version below and update it to the latest version.


■ Latest Graphics Card Compatibility
- For newer graphics cards such as Intel’s Arc A750, A770, and NVIDIA’s Geforce RTX 4090, the Beta Test may be unstable due to the lack of sufficient tests.

■ Rune Socket Type
- After granting the Rune socket type, the Rune socket will be available once you press [Enter] to equip it. If you press [ESC], the granted Rune socket type will not be displayed, and the current state will be maintained. If you press [T], the button for the socket type change, you'll be able to check the equipped socket type.

■ Translation Issues
A total of seven languages are available in the Steam Beta Test.
As there may be language-related errors during this Beta Test period, we look forward to receiving your feedback. Please feel free to give us feedback on the translation so that we can improve the translation with higher quality in diverse ways before the launch.

(Updated) ■ Twitch Drops Not Distributed Issue
We are encountering an issue where the Twitch Drops rewards are intermittently not distributed even within 24 hours of claiming them. We are currently investigating the issue and will try our best to fix the issue as soon as possible.

■ In-Game Notice Banner [Close] Button Not Showing
- Occasionally, the in-game notice banner [Close] button is not showing. This can be resolved by exiting and restarting the game. We apologize for the inconvenience.


Please send us related questions or opinions through the link below.
[Customer Service Link] [Survey Link]

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Hello, Descendants!

In the fourth guide, let’s take a look at the research quest that allows you to acquire a new Descendant.

※ Please note that the guide is in line with the Steam Beta Test, and that some of the contents may be modified in the official service.

[Research Quest Guide Contents]
1. What is research quest?
2. Research Quest Method

[h3]1. What is research quest? [/h3]

Research quest is a feature that allows you to acquire Descendants other than the initially selected Descendant.
It can also craft the crystallization catalyst required to reset the Descendant’s level.

During the Steam Beta Test period, a total of 10 Descendants are available.
Except for the initially selected Descendant, the other 9 Descendants can be acquired through the research quest.




Information about Descendants can be found in official website Game Info > Character,
and it can also be viewed within the game from the Descendant (Shortcut: H).

For research quests, the necessary materials, research cost and time can be checked from “Xenia” of Albion.





[h3]2. Research Quest Method[/h3]

Research quests can be proceeded from “Xenia” of Albion.
A certain amount of gold is required for research materials and research quests, and each research quest takes a certain amount of time.

The material and gold required to acquire new Descendants can be obtained by eliminating monsters during missions, quest rewards, world missions, and Void Intercept Battles.
Based on the obtained research material, you can craft main necessary material through research quests to proceed with the Descendant research quest.




However, due to the limited time of the Steam Beta Test, there may be insufficient opportunities to experience various Descendants.
So we plan to open the Event Shop during the Beta Test period to provide an opportunity for you to experience new Descendants.

Please refer to the TIP below for more details!

TIP) How to quickly and easily acquire Descendants during the Steam Beta Test!
During the Steam Beta Test period, you will be able to see the “Event Shop” by talking to “Xenia” of Albion. 
You can purchase the research quest material of the desired Descendants with Caliber (Cash Currency) directly from the Event Shop. 
Also, the Descendant research quest can be immediately completed through Boost Research with Caliber (Cash Currency).  


 



After completing the research, the Descendant can only be acquire by clicking the screen, and the acquired Descendant will be available at the Descendant (Shortcut:H) menu.  

< Descendant (Shortcut:H)>

The gold and Calibers required for research can be viewed from the Inventory (Shortcut: I).  

Caliber (Cash Currency) can be obtained by completing the in-game event mission during the Beta Test.

On October 20th, The First Descendant Steam Beta Test opens!
Complete the Steam Beta Test event missions and obtain Calibers (Cash Currency) to experience new Descendants through research quests!

Thank you.

Hello, Descendants!

In the third guide, we will introduce “World Missions” and “Void Intercept Battles (Raids),” which offer
a large amount of EXP, quality equipment, and necessary materials to research Descendants.

※ Please note that the guide is in line with the Steam Beta Test, and that some of the contents may be modified in the official service.

[World Missions & Void Intercept Battles Guide] 
1. What Are World Missions?
2. World Mission_Consecutive Survival
3. What Are Void Intercept Battles?
4. How to Participate in Void Intercept Battles

[h3]1. What Are World Missions? [/h3]

In World Missions, you complete a mission in a designated field as a party.
You can obtain a large amount of EXP, equipment, and Descendant research (craft) materials.

After completing World Missions (Consecutive Survival) and Consecutive Defense missions,
you can occasionally obtain Amorphous Materials which contain Descendant research materials, Crystallization Catalyst Kit, Energy Activator, and advanced Runes.
To use Amorphous Materials, you need to own the item and defeat the linked Colossus in the Void Intercept Battle (Raid).
Upon winning the battle, you can select one of the Amorphous Material Components.

TIP) How to Use Amorphous Materials
First, Amorphous Materials can be obtained occasionally from World Missions (Consecutive Survival) and Consecutive Defense missions.
Check the number of the obtained Amorphous Materials, and defeat the matching Colossus in the Void Intercept Battle (Raid). 
 



After defeating the Colossus, you can select one of the Amorphous Material Components.
Obtained items will be available in your Inventory.

You can accept your first World Mission after completing all the main quests in Kingston.
Likewise, you can accept World Missions in other regions after completing all the main quests in that area.
You can join the mission immediately after match-making, without using any resources.

During the test period, you can only participate in Consecutive Survival missions. More World Missions will be available in the future.





[h3]2. World Mission_Consecutive Survival[/h3]

To start World Missions, go to “World Mission Terminal” in Albion, and select a mission in one of the regions.




When you accept a mission, you will be matched to a party, and then relocated to the mission field where you’ll meet 10 consecutive waves.
In each wave, you have to find the descending Exploration Fleet, and defeat monsters for 3 minutes to defend the fleet.




Mana Saturation increases constantly during the mission; when it reaches 100%, Descendant’s HP will decrease constantly, so you need to keep an eye on the rate.
To reduce Mana Saturation, use Neutralizer Filter obtained from monsters.




Monsters will be spawned randomly, from general monsters to elite monsters. If several elite monsters appear, you may be at risk of dying.
The death count (number of times party members are allowed to die) for the World Mission is 12. If the party’s death count exceeds the limit, it will mean failure of the mission.
But rescuing another party member within the rescue time will not count as a death.


[h3]3. What Are Void Intercept Battles?[/h3]

Void Intercept Battle is a raid where you enter a special area to defeat a Colossus (boss) as a party.
By defeating the Colossus, you can obtain a large amount of equipment and advanced Runes.

If you own an Amorphous Material, you can select one of the Amorphous Material Components as a reward
after completing Void Intercept Battle.
You can select the component in the result screen after defeating the Colossus, which will then be sent to your Inventory.

Void Intercept Battles have two difficulty levels, normal and hard, and each Colossus has different participation requirements.

TIP) You can take part in your first Void Intercept Battle after completing the last main quest in Kingston!
Complete Kingston’s last main quest (8. Shelter of Light) and participate in Void Intercept Battle. 

[h3]4. How to Participate in Void Intercept Battles[/h3]

There are two ways to participate in Void Intercept Battles: First, talk to NPC “Seneca” in Albion and select a boss;
second, open World Map (G) and select a boss.








When you start a Void Intercept Battle, you will join match-making, and then your party will be relocated to a special area in which the Colossus dwells.
Void Intercept Battles have a time limit and the death count (number of times party members are allowed to die) is 3. The mission is a failure if the party’s death count exceeds 3, or if you fail to defeat the Colossus within the time limit.
But rescuing another party member within the rescue time will not count as a death.

TIP) Colossus Tip!
Pressing Tab will show the destructible part in blue. Concentrate fire on that part to turn it into yellow.
Then use converging fire or a grappling hook to destroy the part and put the boss in a groggy state. 
 

TIP) Organize your Inventory before Void Intercept Battles!
Various rewards will be dropped upon completion, and they must be looted before the timer runs out, after which you will be returned to Albion.
You can no longer acquire items after returning to Albion. 
 



TIP) Of course, you can exit right away!
If you’ve looted all items after Void Intercept Battle, press ESC, select  from the menu to return to Albion immediately. 

Thank you.

Hello, Descendants!

We are very pleased to introduce The First Descendant for the first time through the Steam Beta Test.
Prior to the test, we will guide you through the details of the Steam Beta Test.

[h3]■ Steam Beta Test time by location[/h3]
- Please check your location’s beginning and end time of the test.


[h3]■ PC Minimum/Recommended Requirements[/h3]
- Please check the PC Minimum/Recommended Requirements to run the test smoothly.


[h3]■ Steam Beta Test Contents[/h3]


- A total of 10 characters (Descendants) are playable. [Character (Descendant) Introduction Link]

- You can enjoy a variety of battles in a total of three fields.
ㆍ Kingston: Once the most prosperous city in Ingris which is located closest to Albion
ㆍ Albani Mountains: The mountainous area west of Albion
ㆍ Red Desert: The desert that lies beyond the Albani mountains
- A total of 8 Void Intercept Battles (raids) allow you to experience a strategic gameplay.
ㆍ Enjoy the Void Intercept Battle, a raid content featuring Colossuses such as Executioner, Devourer, StunningBeauty, and GraveWalker, each of which requires unique gimmicks and combat methods.


[h3]FAQ[/h3]
1. What languages does it support?
The Steam Beta Test supports English spoken language and supports subtitles and UI in English, French, German, Japanese, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), and Korean. As there may be language-related errors during this Beta Test period, we look forward to receiving your feedback. Please feel free to give us feedback on the translation so that we can improve the translation with higher quality in diverse ways before the launch.

2. When will I know if I’ve been chosen as a tester?
Steam will send you an e-mail regarding the result of the tester recruitment close to when the testing will begin.

3. Can we play the game on console devices?
Unfortunately, the upcoming Steam Beta Test cannot be played on PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam Deck. A lot of Descendants wanted it to be available on console devices too as much as we did. We focused on improving the quality and volume of the test build for better experience, therefore the beta test will not be available on console devices. We’d like to ask for your understanding. However, we are planning to launch the official service on all platforms in line with our trailer (Steam, XBO, XSX, PS4, and PS5), so please look forward to the official game launch.

4. What happens to the game data from the Steam Beta Test period?
Any game data gathered during the Beta Test will be initialized.

5. How do I report bugs?
You can submit them by visiting to the official website > Customer Support > FAQ (Only English)
[Link]

Follow the below channels and know more about The First Descendant!
[Twitter] [Youtube] [Discord] [Facebook]

Thank you.

Hello, Descendants!

The second guide will cover “Emotes,” which enrich communication
with other Descendants.

※ Please note that the guide is in line with the Steam Beta Test, and that some of the contents may be modified in the official service.

[Emotes Guide]
1. What Are Emotes?
2. Emote Types and How to Use Them

[h3]1. What Are Emotes? [/h3]

Emotes are a way to easily express emotions and actions so that you can communicate with other Descendants.
Some emotes allow you to interact with other Descendants, which will be one of many elements you can enjoy as you play the game.




[h3]2. Emote Types and How to Use Them[/h3]
Emotes can be found in Inventory (I) → Go to Decoration (S) → Emote.
Click on an emote and the arrow key on the right to equip it on that slot. Then you can use arrow keys (→, ↑, ↓, ←) to play equipped emotes.

TIP) During the test period, you can obtain various emotes from in-game events!
Basic emotes include Greeting, Decline, and Gun Cleaning and you can use more emotes during the test period by participating in the event!

We hope you enjoy communicating with other Descendants using emotes during Steam Beta Test.
Thank you.