The First Descendant already uses the brand new Unreal Engine 5.2 and looks bombastic. Soon you’ll be able to see it for yourself
The whole world is interested in how game XYZ would look like in Unreal Engine 5. And yes, we are anything but innocent. But honestly, look how awesome this castle looks in Unreal Engine 5!
What does this introduction have to do with The First Descendant? So much! Because the Korean multiplayer shooter doesn’t give a damn about the dull 5 and is already based on the still dewy engine version 5.2! That alone doesn’t make a nice game, of course, but the Nexon team seems to have a good handle on the game’s construction kit, as the first screenshots prove.
You’ll soon be able to try out The First Descendant for yourself. We have all the info for you ready.
Open Beta starts soon, here’s how to participate
How long will the open beta run? You can test the action-gaudi for free from September 19 to 25.
For which platforms will the Open Beta be released? Not only PC gamers will be able to enjoy the test phase, but also trigger-happy gamers on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
How do I participate in the Open Beta? Just register (on this publisher’s website) and you’ll receive both a gift and a notification when it starts.
What content can I expect in the Open Beta? The exact scope is not yet known, but there are a few changes since the last testing phase that offer a rough taste of the overall package:
- Updated prologue and new storyline
- Elf playable descendants and two ultimate descendants
- Elf new ultimate weapons, each with unique effects
- Eight void intercept battle bosses
- Two new void intercept battle maps
- New cosmetic system
- Improved world missions
- Optimized performance, DLSS3 and HDR support
What is The First Descendant about?
The third-person shooter is all about co-op action. You go out together with up to four friends or strangers and explore a sci-fi world overrun by aliens. As the eponymous descendants, you are responsible for cleaning up the environment populated by hordes of enemies and huge boss monsters.
You’ll have several characters at your disposal, each of them with their own abilities and individual fighting style. And as befits this genre, lots of loot and upgrading your skills also play a big part in the gameplay spiral.
If you want to learn even more about The First Descendant firsthand, you should check out the (new developer video) on the official website.
Do you mind if we do another sneak peek for our Unreal Engine 5 articles? Oh, please …
Honestly, doesn’t this look really fat?!
Are you interested in The First Descendant and therefore will you participate in the Open Beta in September? Or have you just played too many co-op loot shooters to be blown away by this game description? Feel free to write us in the comments what you think about the game, we are curious!
