The First Descendant News

Hello, Descendants.

We are sorry to announce that we have decided to postpone the Crossplay Beta for an additional 4 weeks prior to its original schedule.
This decision was made based on the additional development we need in order to make a better stable environment for each PC & Console platform.

Please check the changed schedule below.
- As is: Tue, 08/22/2023 00:00 – Mon, 08/28/2023 23:59 PDT
- To be: Tue, 09/19/2023 00:00 – Mon, 09/25/2023 23:59 PDT

For the Descendants who have been looking forward to joining the test at a much earlier time, we deeply apologize that we could not keep the schedule we promised.
It was never an easy decision to make, and we kindly ask for your understanding. Our development team is doing their best to make an optimal crossplay environment for various platforms.

Along with the change, we are also preparing for the test so that as many people can join and play.
Currently, we are finalizing the details of the Beta test and we will share them on August 4th (Fri) via Dev Talk video.

Thank you.

Hello Descendants. This is the Creative Director for The First Descendant, Minsuk Joo.

Today, I would like to talk about improvements made to the Rune System, which is the most important function in strategizing in The First Descendant. In particular, we will be taking a close look at the improvements made and functions newly added from the previous Steam Beta Test.

For details, please check the link below.

A solid grappling hook can redeem many a videogame sin, so it's my earnest hope that the The First Descendant's laser ropes can make up for its bullet spongey bosses. Both are on display in a new gameplay trailer, which also reveals the full game will swing out later this year following a week-long open beta in August. Both the full game and the beta will be free to play, and both will have crossplay - so maybe you can rope in yer Xbox and Playstation pals too.

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Hello, Descendants!

Here is our new Dev Talk video. In the video you can find latest updates about The First Descendant,
including console gameplay footage and new characters etc. in the video!

We plan to constantly share more details about the newly revealed content in this video through our official Twitter and Discord channels.
Plus, don’t forget to participate for the upcoming cross-play beta test in August.
If you have any questions regarding The First Descendant, please feel free to leave them in the #ASKDESCENDANT channel on Discord. (Collecting questions: June 14 to June 30)

Thank you.

Hello, Descendants!

We are happy to announce the test schedule that you've been waiting for.
You may register for the Crossplay Open Beta starting today, so please check the test information and schedule below.
The good news is that you can play The First Descendant not only on Steam, but also on console platforms. We hope you experience the game in various ways with the support of Crossplay.

[h2]■ (Updated) Crossplay Open Beta Schedule [/h2]
- 08/22/2023 00:00 - 08/28/2023 23:59 PDT → 9/19/2023 00:00 - 09/25/2023 23:59 PDT

[h2]■ Supported Platforms[/h2]
- Steam, XBOX SERIES X/S, XBOX ONE, PS4, PS5
- As this test will be supporting Crossplay, you can access your game information across multiple platforms.
Ex. Link your Steam game information to your Nexon ID to access the same game information on XBOX and PS.
Instructions on how to link your Nexon ID will be explained in detail through an announcement in tandem with the test schedule.

[h2]■ How to Register[/h2]
You can check the tester application instructions by selecting your preferred platform on the tester application page. [Link]

[h2]■ Supported Languages[/h2]
- In-Game Languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional)
※ For the sake of the translation quality, we are only able to provide support in a limited number of languages currently. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Please stay tuned as the languages supported on the Official Homepage will also be supported in-game upon launch.

Check out various information related to The First Descendant on our official Twitter, Discord, and YouTube channels!
- [Twitter]
- [Discord]
- [Youtube]

[h2]■ FAQ [/h2]
Please check the articles below for FAQ regarding tester pre-application.
[h3]- I am unable to find the Request Access button on Steam.[/h3]
If you have requested access during the Steam Beta Tester Application last October, you will automatically receive access to the game and be able to participate in the beta test this August.
[h3]-I am not receiving the tester application email.[/h3]
If you have entered an email to participate as a tester, you will receive an Application Complete email through the provided email.
If you do not receive an Application Complete email through the provided email, please try entering your email again through the event application page.
[Go to Tester Application]
[h3]-I want to check if my tester application email was processed properly.[/h3]
If you have entered your email to participate as a tester, you will receive an Application Complete email through the provided email.
Should you receive an Application Complete email, please be aware that your application has been processed properly.
If you do not receive an Application Complete email through the provided email, please try entering your email again through the event application page.
[Go to Tester Application]
[h3]- Can I use my XBOX tester application email on PS as well?[/h3]
Although duplicate applications with a single email is not possible on a single platform, it is possible between different platforms.
Ex.
- Entering email A after selecting X-BOX → Entering email A after selecting X-BOX again. (Not possible)
- Entering email A after selecting X-BOX → Entering email A after selecting PS. (Possible)
[h3]- I want to cancel the email I used for the tester application.[/h3]
If you wish to cancel the email used for the tester application, please use [Submit a Request] and fill out the form below to submit your inquiry.
[Go to Customer Support]
[Inquiry Form]
- Tester Application Date:
- Tester Application Email
[h3]- I do not wish to receive promotional emails.[/h3]
Please follow the steps below to stop receiving promotional emails.
- Click a Nexon promotional email
- Click 'Stop Receiving Promotional Emails' at the bottom of the promotional email.

Thank you.