New Looter-Shooter The First Descendant Is Off To A Big Start
![New Looter-Shooter The First Descendant Is Off To A Big Start](https://www.gamespot.com/a/uploads/screen_medium/1752/17528202/4328068-tfd.jpg)
Nexon Games' new free-to-play looter shooter, The First Descendant, is having quite the successful launch. Under 24 hours after releasing to the public, it's already sitting at #6 on Steam's 100 most-played games list, with over 225,000 players currently online at the time of writing.
The third-person co-op game sees players take on the role of Descendants, which are special fighters who inherit unique powers that aid them in their battles against The Vulgus. The Vulgus are a race of hostile alien enemies working to destroy Ingris, the fictional world in which the game is set.
"Descendants, from everyone on our development team we thank you sincerely for choosing to join us in the fight against The Vulgus," creative director Minseok Joo said in a recent press release. "Back when we first developed this concept in 2019, we set out to create a world inspired by some of our personal favorite looter shooters. The genre holds a special place in our hearts, and our development team has worked hard to create a game that we believe stands proudly among those prominent titles."
Continue Reading at GameSpotDate: |
Topics
Filter
-
GameSpot - Tech
The First Descendant Server Issues Are Ongoing Amid Its Big Launch
Nexus Games' new looter shooter, The First Descendant, has experienced quite a warm welcome following its release, nearing the top of Steam's most-played list shortly after launch. Unfortunately, The First Descendant's sudden popularity may be ... -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Turner blasts off, Mercado shines in first major-league start
Trea Turner had two of his best swings of the year, Michael Mercado exceeded expectations in his first major-league start and the Phillies are a season-best 27 games over .500. -
GameSpot - Tech
The First Descendant - How To Unlock Bunny For Free
The First Descendant has arrived, and in this immediately popular free-to-play looter shooter, you'll step into the slick suits of several heroes, each of them representing different builds with unique skill sets. Though only three characters are ... -
GameSpot - Tech
The First Descendant's Microtransaction System Prompts Mixed Response From Players
With the launch of The First Descendant, its microtransaction system has garnered mixed reactions from players. The game has also been experiencing some issues and developer Nexon is providing some in-game compensation.. The First Descendant has ... -
ABC News - Entertainment
30th annual Essence Festival of Culture kicks off in New Orleans
The City of New Orleans welcomed thousands of people descending on the Big Easy for the 30th annual celebration of the Essence Festival of Culture -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Garrett Crochet makes MLB history through first 18 career starts
Garrett Crochet is the first player since 1901 to pull off this ridiculous featMLB -
CBS Sports - Sports
Aaron Civale trade: Brewers acquire Rays starting pitcher in boost to first-place club's rotation
Civale is under team control through 2025 -
ABC News - Sports
Wrexham star striker Paul Mullin set to miss start of the new season after spinal surgery
Wrexham star striker Paul Mullin is set to miss the start of the new season after undergoing “minor spinal surgery." -
CBS Sports - Sports
2024 NBA free agency tracker: DeMar DeRozan remains available after big names agree to new deals
NBA free agency got started in earnest on Sunday nightNBA -
The New York Times - World
India’s Cable News Predicted a Big Modi Win. How Did They Get It So Wrong?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s slim election victory has forced India to reflect on how fawning coverage may have obscured a wave of opposition.
More from GameSpot
-
GameSpot - Tech
Zenless Zone Zero Review
Zenless Zone Zero is easily the most stylish entry in HoYoverse's fast-growing catalog of free-to-play RPGs. -
GameSpot - Tech
Classic Resident Evil Games Are Back From The Dead On PC
The last couple of years have seen several remakes of Resident Evil games, but for anyone looking to experience the franchise in its original low-polygon glory, the classic games are making a comeback as part of a joint effort between Capcom and ... -
GameSpot - Tech
Sonic Prime Season 2 Releases On Blu-Ray In August For Only $20
With two successful feature films--and a threequel racing into cinemas this holiday--Sonic the Hedgehog has become one of the hottest video game adaptations of the last couple of years. If you're looking for some more entertainment starring Sega's ... -
GameSpot - Tech
This Steeply Discounted Anker 250W Power Bank Charges Three Of Your Devices At Once
The Anker Prime Power Bank is down to its lowest price ever, with Amazon offering the premium gadget for just $125 (down from $180). This 250W portable charger is powerful enough to charge three large devices at once, making it a great choice for ... -
GameSpot - Tech
Marvel's Blade Reboot Loses Another Director
Mahershala Ali and Kevin Feige jointly announced Marvel's Blade reboot in 2019, but getting the movie off the ground has been no easy task. The new film has been plagued by script problems and delays. Director Bassam Tariq exited the project in ...