The First Descendant Rolls Out Significant Update 1.0.5
Nexon's looter-shooter, The First Descendant, has released a substantial update that introduces a new character and addresses various gameplay aspects. Despite facing a 40% player drop since its July launch, the game continues to evolve with patch 1.0.5.
Key Updates:
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New Character: Luna joins the roster, alongside an Ultimate version of Valby.
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Gameplay Improvements:
- Module swapping prevented during Intercepts and Infiltrations
- Camera shake toggle added
- Item favoriting system implemented
- Consumable search function added
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Character Buffs:
- Frenya's poison contagion range increased
- Valby and Blaire's skill scaling improved
- Viessa's Glacial Cloud module enhanced
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Weapon Enhancements:
- Critical hit improvements for Enduring Legacy, Secret Garden, and Nazeistra's Devotion
- Greg's Reversed Fate and Thunder Cage received adjustments
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Drop Rate Changes:
- Void shard drop rate in Special Operations increased by 700%
- Guaranteed encrypted vault spawns in specific areas
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| Luna, the new character in The First Descendant, brings support and collaboration to gameplay |
Player Retention Challenges
While The First Descendant initially surpassed competitor Warframe with 265,000 concurrent players at launch, it has since experienced a significant decline. Current player numbers hover around 100,000, bringing it closer to Warframe's typical daily active user count.
Future Plans
Nexon has acknowledged player concerns and outlined plans for future improvements:
- Addressing endgame diversity limitations caused by slot polarity
- Implementing a guaranteed drop system to alleviate frustration with low drop rates
These changes are slated for development in seasons 1 and 2, demonstrating Nexon's commitment to evolving The First Descendant based on player feedback.
As the game settles into its post-launch phase, it remains to be seen whether these updates and future plans will help The First Descendant maintain its player base and potentially grow in the competitive looter-shooter market.
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| Action-packed gameplay showcases The First Descendant's potential for endless content and future improvements |