Nexon has delayed the open beta for its upcoming free-to-play third-person PvE co-op action RPG shooter (yes, all of that) The First Descendant to September 19th across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. It was originally scheduled to begin on August 22nd, but the development team needs some additional time for polish before opening shop.
Interested players can sign-up for the beta test at the game’s website. I’ll definitely be throwing my hat in the ring as it looks like a complete blast. Nexon has many updates and tweaks coming alongside the open beta, including improved frame rate, HDR and NVIDIA DLSS 3 support, the latest version of Unreal Engine 5, 11 playable characters, and more. Check out the full list of changes, and a new developer diary for a more in-depth look at what to expect from the beta:
Performance Enhancements
Improved frame rate performance
HDR and NVIDIA® DLSS 3 support
Utilizing latest Unreal Engine 5.2
Performance and quality modes for PS5 and Xbox Series X | S
Quality-of-Life Improvements
Revamped grappling hook control and new parkour movements
New module (previously called rune) system
Improved jump motions
Improved gun sound effects
Updated UI, UX elements
Updated Narratives and Prologue
New additional storyline
A mysterious new map (The Sterile Land)
New Gameplay Content
11 playable Descendants and two ultimate Descendants
11 new ultimate weapons each with unique effects
8 Void Intercept Battle bosses
2 new Void Intercept Battle maps
New cosmetic system
Improved world missions
New Open Beta Rewards
Available only to those who participate in the Open Beta
All participants will receive a limited-edition social motion.
Reach Descendant level 20 to receive a back-attachment customization item at launch
