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Ethan Lewis has been promoted to Head of Non-Fiction and Sports at Higher Ground Productions, the media company of former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. At Higher Ground, Lewis has overseen the company’s expansion into sports-related content, including “Court of Gold,” “Starting 5,” which is now in production on season two, and “The Turnaround.”

He will work on both non-fiction films and television. Lewis will continue to report to Vinnie Malhotra, the president of Higher Ground Productions.

“Ethan has propelled Higher Ground’s expansion into sports storytelling while building on the company’s award-winning track record in documentary film. We couldn’t be more excited about the success of ‘Starting 5’ and the incredible response to the launch of ‘Court of Gold,’” said Malhotra. “Ethan has helped solidify Higher Ground’s place in the non-fiction and sports worlds. We’re thrilled to have him continue shaping these spaces...

If there’s one thing we gamers love, it’s a sneak peek into something new before it officially launches. A little taste of the forbidden fruit, a preview of the chaos that awaits, it’s exhilarating. It’s like getting a free sample at a food court and suddenly realizing you need to buy the whole meal.

A still from Destiny 2 | Credits: Bungie Inc.

Now, imagine the food court employee meant to hand you a single bite of a juicy burger but instead accidentally served you the entire sandwich, only to snatch it back seconds later, saying, “Oh no, that wasn’t ready yet.” You’re left standing there, burger-less, with the taste still lingering on your tongue, craving more. That’s exactly what happened with Destiny 2’s Rite of the Nine event.

Rite of the Nine, the accidental launch we needed A still from Rite of the Nine...

The First Descendant was one of the breakout hits of 2024. But as we move into 2025, the game has lost 96% of its players. The game has been struggling with balancing issues for months, and while the devs at Nexon Games have acknowledged the issues, there are no fixes to be seen.

This isn’t normal for a live service game. | Image Credit: Nexon Games

The devs recently addressed concerns again but it might be too little too late as we barely have any faith at this point. Buffs and nerfs are common in live-service games but the situation with The Last Descendant isn’t that simple. We need Nexon to make the hard choice sooner rather than later.

The First Descendant needs changes and it needs it now The player decline should ring alarm bells at the studio. | Image Credit: Nexon Games

At this point, The First Descendant is beyond simple buffs and nerfs.

Even though The First Descendant might not be the hottest game with millions of players, it still has an active community. The title is enjoyed by tens of thousands of players each day, and developer Nexon Games has brought tons of updates to keep them engaged.

The First Descendant has maintained a small playerbase. (Image via Nexon Games)

Unlike its rivals, Nexon actively listens to the community, decides various things based on feedback, and admits its own faults. The developer has acknowledged one of the crucial flaws in The First Descendant‘s recent patches and explained why it has failed to balance meta builds that are crucial to the end-game content.

The First Descendant team acknowledges balancing issues

If you’re unaware, The First Descendant has dropped a brand-new patch, and it’s called Hotfix 1.2.7. According to Nexon, this patch is meant to improve the gameplay experience and bring some...

The First Descendant has been on quite the journey since its launch. While Nexon’s free-to-play looter shooter initially turned heads with its, shall we say, ‘visually striking’ character designs and fashion-forward approach, recent months have seen player numbers dwindle as the community realizes that eye candy alone doesn’t make for a compelling game.

Some games just know their target audience a bit too well. | Image Credit: Nexon Games

But rather than addressing core gameplay mechanics or adding variety to what many consider repetitive activities, the developers seem to have found a different way to reinvigorate interest in the game. First came the announcement of “much-requested” ‘jiggle physics,’ and now? Well, let’s just say things are about to get interesting.

In a move that has the community both baffled and excited, Nexon has just revealed their latest addition to the game: the Albion Hot Springs update. And unlike...

Cosmetics are one of the most important aspects of any multiplayer title these days. Overwatch 2 is also not an exception. However, it’s not like Blizzard has put that aspect at the top of the priority list all the time. In recent years, there have been just recolors of the previously released skins.

Overwatch 2 was released on October 4, 2022. | Credit: Blizzard Entertainment.

This tendency also looked more baseless amidst a situation where this highly popular hero shooter was rapidly losing players to none other than Marvel Rivals. But now, Blizzard might have thought about this issue and started releasing new skins, instead of just blatant recolored ones. But the question is, for how long?

Overwatch 2 has finally started releasing brand-new skins instead of recolored ones Season 14 of Overwatch 2 brought an array of new skins. | Credit: Blizzard Entertainment.

Blizzard recently dropped a bunch of recolored skins despite Marvel Rivals‘s huge success with its extensive cosmetic line-ups.

Everyone knows for a fact that raids in Destiny 2 are the entire point of the endgame experience, and it’s one of the best things one can engage in since the experience is unique. Raids help you earn some incredible rewards and weapons that can be used to dominate your enemies.

Destiny 2 has come a long way since the addition of raids. (Image via Bungie)

Destiny 2 features a number of brand-new raids, some of which have been reprised from the first game. There might be countless debates on which one of these raids is actually worth digging into; however, all gamers agree that Bungie hasn’t done justice to Scorn in raids, even though they’re a top contender.

It’s time for Scorn representation in Destiny 2 raids The Scorn in raids can be a game changer. (Image via Bungie)

Let’s be honest here, a Scorn is one of...

In live-service games such as The First Descendant, fashion and cosmetics typically play a significant role. There’s nothing better than flaunting your personalized character to the numerous other players you meet. In addition to using flashy skins, you can also use Paint to change the color of your Descendant’s attire.

The First Descendant was released on July 2, 2024. | Credit: Nexon.

Paint recolors portions of your character’s clothing, just as you might expect. While many other multiplayer games almost always have this feature, The First Descendant takes a different approach. And this is the approach Nexon needs to change if it wants to stay longer in the race.

The First Descendant needs to change how the Paints work in the game Not everyone will like the Paint system in The First Descendant. | Credit: Nexon.

As of now, you can buy Paint in The First Descendant through the game’s premium currency.

The Diablo series has long been a household name in the action RPG genre. It has built a reputation for its fast-paced combat, dark atmosphere, and loot-driven gameplay. However, with the release of Diablo 4, Blizzard wanted to take a notably different approach compared to its predecessors.

The game was built with a different approach. | Image Credit: Blizzard

Instead of bombarding players with complex systems and spectacular battles. Diablo 4 starts with a much slower, inviting players to explore Sanctuary at their own pace. In an interview, game director Joe Shely and lead class designer Adam Jackson explained that the change in approach wasn’t just a tweak, it was a fundamental shift in design philosophy.

Diablo 4 takes a slow approach to set the stage

In an interview with Eurogamer, Shely, and Jackson shared invaluable insight into how Diablo 4’s design encourages a slower, more methodical gameplay experience, one that rewards players...

Ever since its launch, The First Descendant has seen its fair share of ups and downs, from controversies to technical issues, but it still maintained a healthy player count. However, in recent weeks, the game has dropped its player count drastically, highlighting the need for developers to step in with significant changes and overhauls.

In the past few weeks, player count of the game has dropped down very drastically. | Image Credit: Nexon

While various factors have contributed to this drop, the state of the character is one of the pressing issues. What’s the point of having a diverse roster if only a handful of them are useful and enjoyable? Nexon should focus on balancing these characters, particularly Luna and Valby, who are popular but need a rework to become more enjoyable and effective.

The First Descendant Needs to Rework Luna and Valby Reworking popular characters like Luna and Valby...

Season 2 of The First Descendant is almost here, and the free Steam looter shooter has a ton of new features to enjoy. For players hoping that some of their favorite limited-edition cosmetics might eventually return, developer Nexon has bad news.

Season 2 of The First Descendant is going to be launched on December 5, 2024. | Credit: Nexon Games.

The First Descendant skins will be rebranded, with extensions to a variety of skin sales and refunds of Caliber and Paint in certain specific cases, in an effort to prevent such problems in the future. However, this might induce severe Fomo in the players.

The First Descendant Players Will Buy the Excluded Skins Whenever They Will Be Available The First Descendant limited edition skins will not come again for sale. | Credit: Nexon Games.

Nexon has taken a moment to address the way cosmetic skins are available in its microtransaction store ahead of the start of...

The First Descendant isn't as popular as it once was and developer Nexon is making it clear that it has plans to turn things around. After a brief period in the spotlight following a successful launch, the hype surrounding the Unreal Engine 5 looter-shooter has dwindled as players become increasingly frustrated with the lack of communication from the studio. Beyond that, it's been a while since news on future content was shared, making many wonder what ideas Nexon has in mind for its game.

Responding to a plethora of comments on its blog, Nexon made it clear that it's listening to players' feedback, going so far as to confirm that The First Descendant's second season will introduce two new playable characters. That may be exciting, but Nexon went further by locking in a new Ultimate Descendant who is also planned to launch for Season 2; Going forward, the studio made it...

Since its launch, The First Descendant has captivated the players with its engaging combat mechanics and immersive cooperative gameplay. The game offers players a diverse roster of characters to pick from, each with their special abilities to aid in the battle. This not only enhances the gameplay experience but also makes the battlefield feel more dynamic and immersive.

The game offers very engaging combat mechanics and an immersive narrative. | Image Credit: Nexon Games

However, creating such an ambitious title in today’s complex and costly gaming landscape was no small feat. In an interview, Nexon Games CEO Park Yong-hyun shared valuable insights into the studio’s development process. He emphasized how user feedback played a crucial role in shaping the game. This approach could have benefited Sony during the development of Concord.

The First Descendant Prioritized User Feedback Over Profit Projections The game’s success shows that traditional methods need...

Quick Links How To Start The Invasions Quest How To Complete The Mysterious Phenomena Quest

The First Descendant has just entered its first season, bringing new dungeons to the table in line with its Invasion quests. Naturally, these bring new enemies to the game alongside excellent ways to grind and unlock characters moving forward. However, you'll first need to complete the new questline to unlock the season's Invasion dungeons.

Besides delivering new content, Season One: Invasion offers a simpler way to unlock Hailey, a ranged Dps shooter and one of The First Descendant's newest characters. Fans of the game had been eager to play as the fresh face long before Invasion's arrival, and while you can currently unlock Hailey with Caliber, it remains a pretty high price to pay. Luckily, the new season's Invasion dungeons also offer up the components required to play as the Chill Descendant, a major...

Do you remember the 21st night of September?

Well, let six-time Grammy winner and Academy Award-winning director Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson remind you — via the definitive documentary on the iconic group Earth Wind & Fire.

Earth, Wind & Fire is one of the most critically and commercially successful pop bands of all time with more than 90 million records sold, 11 consecutive albums going gold or platinum, six Grammy Awards and indelible hits like ““Shining Star,” “Let’s Groove,” “Reasons” and, of course, “September.” The forthcoming feature documentary, which Questlove teased on social media as coming in 2025, will examine the group’s lasting legacy, cultural impact and enduring body of work with exclusive access to archives of visual, audio and written material, as well as the support of the estate of the late Maurice White and the band.

“Having been baptized in the Afrocentric joy river of this powerhouse unit, I’ve learned about them,...

Do you remember? Questlove sure does. The “Summer of Soul” director and The Roots drummer has been tapped to direct the definitive documentary on Earth, Wind & Fire for release in 2025.

The news of the Earth, Wind & Fire documentary was announced, fittingly, on the 21st of September, in honor of the band’s all-timer hit “September.” Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson also teased the project as a new “Questlove Jawn” on his socials for a 2025 release.

Earth, Wind & Fire is an iconic soul and R&b group that transcended genre. Now, their documentary is the latest in a string of premium celebrity profile docs that have dominated the non-fiction marketplace in recent years.

The Earth, Wind & Fire documentary does not have a title just yet, but Fifth Season is handling financing and sales of the feature film, alongside WME.

Director Questlove will explore Earth, Wind & Fire’s “lasting legacy, their cultural impact,...

Quick Links Where To Get A Heat Plasma Battery Best Strategy For Farming Heat Plasma Batteries How To Use Heat Plasma Batteries

Heat Plasma Batteries are a rare resource in The First Descendant that you can farm to craft strong gear from various endgame item blueprints. Certain missions you unlock by progressing the story have enemies with high chances of dropping this material. With the changes made to Season 1 of the game, there are more opportunities to farm Plasma Batteries than ever before.

One of the main reasons to get a Heat Plasma Battery is to research an essential material for Ultimate Valby. This Ultimate character in The First Descendant can be unlocked for those looking to make strong endgame builds with weapons and gear they've collected. Other strong items like Executor Polymer Syncytium and Energy Activators can be made using this type of Battery.

Where To Get A Heat...

Quick Links How To Get A Balanced Plasma Battery Item Best Strategy For Farming Balanced Plasma Batteries

The Balanced Plasma Battery material in The First Descendant can be used to craft tons of different items when you farm it. However, this resource only seems to drop sparingly from very tough missions, making it a difficult item to collect. With recent updates to the game, there have been discoveries of areas and missions where you can gather these Batteries in larger quantities than before.

The quality of life changes for The First Descendant in the 1.1.0 patch introduces many changes to materials in Season 1. Solo Dungeons now gives you a better opportunity to search for loot alone through new missions added to the game. With a new Descendant character as well, there's plenty to explore that may make it easier to get Balanced Plasma Batteries.

How To Get A Balanced Plasma Battery...

The first official season of The First Descendant is now live, and with it comes a host of changes. These include the new Descendant Hailey, along with a new ultimate weapon, Excava. However, there are also many changes which aim to address community feedback, and one of these issues is slow experience gain for weapons and Descendants.

One of The First Descendant's major grinds is adding module slots to gear. These require the use of a Crystallization Catalyst, which can be obtained through research, or purchased using the game's premium currency, Caliber. However, they also require that a weapon or Descendant reach the maximum proficiency level of 40.

Experience Grinding Takes Too Long In The First Descendant Leveling Up Proficiency On Weapons

Each weapon has up to 10 module slots, while each Descendant has 12 module slots. While some Descendants and weapons do start with pre-filled sockets, the player can still expect to...

Ever since its launch on June 30th, The First Descendant has captured players’s hearts with its exciting and immersive multiplayer gameplay. However, what players love the most about the game is its various characters they can farm for and unlock them all for free.

The game releases new outfits and Ultimate versions of the characters to maintain a constant flow of content and excitement among players. With so much customization available, players are trying to be creative, and for Valby, they made her resemble one character from the beloved series, Scooby-Doo, leaving players excited.

Players Excited About The First Descendant’s Outfit for Valby

The First Descendant recently launched its Season 1 which was decently received but there were various issues that left a bad taste in various player’s mouths. However, the developers apologized and are looking to make amends with players by fixing various issues and frustrations players...

In a delightful twist of fate, the team behind The First Descendant has announced that they are making the necessary changes to the game with future updates. They have actually hit a home run by announcing a highly requested feature that’s set to transform the gameplay experience for many.

Players were frustrated about the lack of matchmaking for multiplayer Invasion Dungeons. But with future updates, the matchmaking will be added to the dungeon, allowing players to simply match with a random player, instead of finding players in the world chat. Players are excited about all the changes coming to the game.

Players Excited About One Feature Coming to The First Descendant

The First Descendant, an action-packed multiplayer RPG that has been turning heads with its immersive and engaging fast-paced multiplayer action gameplay. Yet, there have been many issues plaguing the game ever since its release, affecting the overall experience of the players.

The big update for season 1 of The First Descendant had dropped, introducing a ton of changes and a new character. Nexon has implemented several Qol changes that are aimed towards improving the experience of players in the game.

While fans have mostly appreciated the update, there is one aspect of the game that has become a concern. In trying to balance the game, especially the Invasion Dungeons, Nexon has announced that they are nerfing it down. However, this backfired a bit, as players are now complaining that the dungeons will become too easy for them.

The First Descendant’s Invasion Dungeon Is the Source of Constant Complaints Invasion Dungeon is getting nerfed in The First Descendant. Image credit: Nexon

Invasion Dungeons are one of the major highlights of the new update. However, as soon as they were added to the game, complaints started to surface of them being too difficult.

As The First Descendant ushers in its first season, Nexon has dropped the latest patch notes detailing everything players can expect from the latest update. Ever since the looter-shooter launched in mid-2024, The First Descendant has managed to maintain a decent player base thanks to the developer's swift response to consumer feedback and a healthy amount of post-launch content. Fans who have stuck around long enough to experience the first official season are in for a treat as a wealth of new quality-of-life improvements have just been implemented.

Over on The First Descendant's official X (formerly Twitter) page, Nexon posted a detailed breakdown of Patch 1.1.0, starting with the addition of Descendant Hailey Scott.

https://t.co/4AF5LMuQDF The First Descendant (@FirstDescendant) August 29, 2024

The icy sniper is best suited for players who want to hang back from the action and dispense damage from a distance, a strategy enforced by her...

Hailey's skills focus on gunplay and chill damage, making her a more firearm-focused Descendant like Lepic. Hailey's abilities, like Cryo Round and Storm Snare, will inflict Cryo to deal direct and lingering damage to enemies. Cold Fury will slow Hailey down but increase her firearms' critical hit rate and penetration.

Season 1 of The First Descendant will be launching on August 29, 2024, and it will arrive with a bang. A brand-new Descendant, Hailey, will be launched on the same day. Fans have theorized about her abilities since she was first teased, but Nexon has finally released concrete information about her skills.

Much like Viessa's First Descendant build, Hailey's skills will focus on inflicting chill damage. Unlike Viessa, however, Hailey's abilities are more focused around gunplay, which makes sense given her sniper background. Some of these abilities seem similar in function to the skills of other Descendants, so learning Hailey should hopefully be relatively straightforward.

Exclusive: Sk Global Entertainment, the independent entertainment studio behind hits like Anyone But You and Crazy Rich Asians, has appointed Jeannine Tang to serve as Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel.

Tang joins after more than six years at the recently shuttered Participant, where most recently served as General Counsel, overseeing and advising on all aspects of the company’s business and legal affairs, including the content business, strategic investments and partnerships, social impact collaborations and general corporate matters. In her new role, she’ll be responsible for the integration and operationalization of Sk Global Entertainment and its subsidiary Critical Content, overseeing oversee company-wide strategy, business operations and dealmaking, as well as legal affairs and human resources.

In a statement on Tang’s appointment, Sk Global’s Chief Financial Officer Matt Aragachi said, “Jeannine is a dynamic leader and strategic dealmaker who brings unmatched expertise with her extensive background across business affairs and production.

The First Descendant has gained a strong following and player base since its release, offering a blend of fun and sometimes repetitive gameplay. There are also intricate character builds, and a visually striking world, all for free.

However, not all is perfect within the game’s community. A recent post on Reddit brought to light a significant issue that has been frustrating many players: the tedious grind involved in farming Void Shards.

Void Shards Farming Is a Chore in The First Descendant

This seemingly small aspect of the game has stirred up quite a bit of discontent on r/TheFirstDescendant. Among its dedicated player base, there are some fearing that if not addressed, it could lead to larger problems down the line, potentially putting the game in the same unfavorable light as other games that didn’t fix these persisting issues, like Helldivers 2.

I am absolutely sick to death of farming void shards.

The First Descendant has enjoyed a largely positive response from players since its release earlier this year. The game’s blend of Mmorpg mechanics with a third-person shooter gameplay loop has allowed it to stand out from its competition and gain a respectable player base.

However, it has not all been smooth sailing for Korean studio, Nexon, in the early months of the game’s release with players quick to point out flaws in the game’s systems that have impacted their time in the futuristic world.

The First Descendant’s Need to Overhaul Its Mechanics

With the scope for a lot of creative builds stemming from a variety of playable characters embodying the titular Descendants, Nexon’s latest offering has the potential to achieve greatness in a genre that has become quite crowded of late.

Related“Is that… confirmed? Definitely seems like it”: The First Descendant Season 1 Teaser...

Quick Links When Does The First Descendant Season 1: Invasion Launch? What New Descendants Join The First Descendant In Season 1? What New Weapons Are Being Added To The First Descendant Season 1: Invasion? A New Boss And Challenge Have Been Added To The First Descendant Season 1: Invasion

Nexon's free-to-play, Unreal Engine 5-powered looter-shooter, The First Descendant, launched last month and sees players becoming Descendants in both solo and co-op modes with an array of unique abilities. The Descendants are tasked with fending off the alien invaders, The Vulgus, who crossed dimensions over 100 years ago and brought with them the devastating Colossi, with an aim to destroy the city of Albion and the continent of Ingris.

Just over a month later, the studio has unveiled its first look at the game's major update, Season 1: Invasion. Invasion follows the disappearance of Karel's fleet, with the Vulgus altering their...

Fast travel points in The First Descendant can save time, but only outposts allow Descendant changes. Crystallization catalysts are crucial for powering up weapons, but mastering them requires careful planning. Presets offer convenience in customizing loadouts for different missions, streamlining equipment retrieval.

The First Descendant is a game that typically does an excellent job of introducing new players to its many systems. Tutorials are well-paced to prevent information overload while still being detailed enough to be useful. However, this is not the case for all the game's features.

Many features are not explicitly discussed in the game. While this means there are mechanics for veterans to discover, it can also mean that players do not get to take advantage of some quality-of-life mechanics. At worst, players may waste time farming for gear or materials they ultimately will not need. Some of these features may be brushed on by the game,...

Ever since the release of The First Descendant, it has captivated the hearts of players with its immersive gameplay and fast-paced yet engaging combat. The vast array of characters players can build and unlock makes the whole community interactive.

With the recent announcement and a teaser of Season 1, players are super excited to see how the game will increase their gameplay experience. Even though the teaser was short, players noticed slight details that seemed to show the Ultimate form of one of the characters.

The First Descendant Season 1 Teaser Almost Confirms One New Addition

The First Descendant is a game where players aim to unlock and build various characters. Players farm various required modules by defeating various bosses and completing a specific challenge (with some % chance). Besides the base characters, some of them have their Ultimate form, which has better base stats and can take more skill modules.

With the recent Season 1 teaser,...

Major multiplayer issues in The First Descendant have been fixed, Afk players now automatically abort missions. Some materials are easier to acquire due to bug fixes and rebalanced boss rewards. Ui changes improve information accessibility, including quality circles on gear icons.

The First Descendant is a game that is enjoyed by tens of thousands of players each day, and a community of that size has plenty of feedback. Luckily, Nexon, the game's developer, listens to that community feedback. This is shown by their most recent hotfix, 1.0.7, which was released on August 13, 2024.

Rather than adding new content like Descendants or weapons, 1.0.7 focuses on improving some of the game's systems. Changes have been made to multiplayer, equipment, and the Ui. These changes, in addition to several bug fixes, may have frustrated some players.

Related The First Descendant's First Major Boss Has A Big Problem

The First Descendant tries to build up its first major boss as intimidating,...

As one of the year’s most popular new looter shooters, The First Descendant has amassed a massive player base within weeks and is breaking all records known to gamers. It’s truly a unique experience that we’ve never seen before in the gaming industry.

Despite the game’s success, it’s surrounded by various controversies ranging from balancing issues to aggressive monetization practices. However, developer Nexon Games has brought a brand-new patch for The First Descendant, which has got gamers excited once again for the title’s future.

The First Descendant Hotfix Proves Nexon’s Commitment

The latest patch for The First Descendant, 1.0.7, is oriented towards the gameplay, bringing various bug fixes and adding plenty of crucial improvements to the overall content.

With regards to quality of life changes, gamers now have new options to restart Voice Intercept Battles, Infiltration Operations, and Special Operations.

RELATEDPokemon has Invaded The...

Unlock the Bio Scan skin in The First Descendant to reveal the full names of Descendants & hints at potential new ones. The premium Battle Pass required to access this feature at level 48 grind needed for players this season. Full names of Descendants hold references & puns, like Ajax Jaan Floberg & Dr. Gley Elis in-game.

This season of The First Descendant is almost over, but it is not too late to unlock many of the game's boosts and its newest cosmetics. One of these cosmetics, the Bio Scan skin for the Ecive, has a function beyond showing off to other players. This Ecive skin reveals the full names for many Descendants, but it also hints at two possible new Descendants.

The Bio Scan skin is unlocked as part of the Battle Pass. This will take a bit of grinding for players who have not played much this season, as it is not unlocked until level 48. Additionally,...

Killing bugs with friends in an intergalactic setting sounds incredibly fun. Helldivers 2 proved it, too. However, before Arrowhead’s PvE title existed on Steam, there was Starship Troopers: Extermination by Offshore.

The title first joined Early Access in May 2023 and is based on the popular IP of the same name. Starship Troopers was also the IP that inspired Helldivers 2, among other IPs like Terminator.

However, despite having enjoyed some aspects of the title, there is a reason why it is still in Early Access after more than a year. It has some glaring rough edges that spoil the experience. So, should one pick it up for the mindless fun and bug-hunting or wait until the rough edges have been chamfered?

Starship Troopers: Extermination releases on October 11, 2024, on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 (PS5), and PC.

Do Your Part as You Kill Bugs and Establish Dominance Over Them in Starship Troopers:...

Quick Links How To Use Reactors All Reactors & How to Get Them The Best Reactors For Each Descendant

Among the various items available in The First Descendant that can improve your character build, Reactors are integral to equip for enhancing your base Skills and stats, as well as your overall damage output. These equipable items not only make boss fights against Colossi more manageable but are also useful in helping you become victorious in all your missions in the game.

There are many types of Reactors in The First Descendant, all with unique bonuses tied to different attributes, so you can only equip specific Descendants with the varying Reactors available. Due to all these factors to consider, combined with the fact that many players aren't aware of how to get them, it's important to learn how to use Reactors and where you're most likely to pick one up.

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Quick Links Preparing For The Fight Against Gluttony How To Beat Gluttony In The First Descendant Gluttony Fight Rewards In The First Descendant

Gluttony is not only the newest boss in The First Descendant but the hardest one to beat as well. At Level 140, this boss is not easy and will not be one-shot even by excellent S-tier Descendant builds - at least not yet. However, players with the right strategy and strong communication can still defeat him, though they need to be careful and use caution to ensure they finish the fight.

The best characters in The First Descendant are still sometimes not enough in the toughest boss fights. However, beating Gluttony will give you some fantastic rewards and allow you to take him on again and again to continue farming these rewards. If you manage that, you will be well ready for the next update when another new difficult boss fight drops.

The Pokemon fandom has found its way into the universe of The First Descendant in the most adorable way possible, and it might be the start of a long-term collaboration between the two.

It is a real thinker for Nexon, to use this invasion and turn it to their advantage. The First descendant could benefit from a collaboration between the two.

Pokemon x The First Descendant Is Just Adorable

Recently, a picture surfaced on the internet of a Lepic Cubone cosplay in the universe of The First Descendant, and the creativity put into the outfit was very heartwarming.

Lepic Cubone cosplay

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The cosplay was widely celebrated and praised by a lot of users on Reddit, as it opened a door for the game that nobody had ever imagined existed.

This is great news for Nexon, the developers behind the game, as they can bank on the hype...

The First Descendant offers a thrilling cooperative experience that is filled with fast-paced battles coupled with special abilities of characters and a plethora of weapons. The game has created a huge community that is dedicated and passionate about trying new things.

However, even the dedicated players are frustrated about one thing in the game, the uselessness of the handguns. Not only they are useless in almost all scenarios but also have a mastery system. Players believe that to make them viable, Nexon needs to make them dual-wielded.

Players Want The First Descendant’s HandGuns to be Dual Wielded

Weapons in third-person action shooters play a crucial part in the battle, especially in The First Descendant where players are fighting against hordes of enemies. The game offers a wide array of weapons that not only allow them to have a variety of builds but also help them keep the ammunition count in check.

The First Descendant, the popular F2P game, has been catching a lot of heat lately for various balancing issues that need to be tweaked immediately. Players are also upset about a strange mechanic that seems to make no sense at all.

Players are having issues with ammo running out pretty quickly, especially right when they need it, like during a boss fight. This issue has made many players frustrated and annoyed.

The First Descendant Players Are Frustrated

One player on The First Descendant subreddit expressed how silly things like this make them stop playing games. They shared how reaching a new destination and seeing all their ammo gone is the most frustrating thing right now for them.

Stop Taking My Ammo When I Travel

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They don’t understand why they should waste mod space to maximize their ammo if it ultimately does nothing. This problem is...

The First Descendant, the popular Mmorpg looter shooter, has been a point of multiple discussions in its community lately, for various little issues that have been bothering the players.

The game, known for its casual and grind-heavy nature, is facing some criticism from a few players who find the game’s difficulty either too hard or too easy. This divide is becoming more evident, leading to some debates among the players.

Casual Discussions Regarding The First Descendant

On r/TheFirstDescendant, one user posted about what they thought were current issues with the game. They highlighted a “Git Gud” problem, where players are not willing to learn the mechanics of boss fights and are not willing to get better and scale with the difficulty.

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The user mentioned bosses like Gluttony and Frost Walker, saying that their mechanics are simple and can be mastered with a bit of effort.

Nexon’s The First Descendant has managed to win the hearts of more than a few players since its launch. The title’s captivating premise, unique characters, and addictive gameplay loop have ensured that it deftly sidesteps the usual trappings of the Mmorpg genre while remaining an enjoyable experience for its players.

That is not to say that the game could do with a few quality-of-life improvements, which its players have been quite vocal about. Nexon would want to pay attention to one particular detail that is sure to be a pain point for a lot of its players as more content comes out for the game over time.

The First Descendant’s Niggles Threaten Its Success

Despite The First Descendant’s interesting setting that pits the titular Descendants against the Vulgus, a vicious alien race, players have found issues with the game’s mechanics that threaten to derail the...

In The First Descendant, players end up spending countless hours mastering characters and optimizing their gameplay. Understandably, some characters receive more attention and development than others.

One player, after 250 hours of playtime, shared on Reddit about the character Esiemo, and not seeing him much. They had only encountered him once in all that time, sparking a conversation about the character in the community.

Esiemo in The First Descendant Isn’t as Popular

The thread on the The First Descendant subreddit started a wave of comments from other players sharing their experiences and opinions on Esiemo. One player mentioned building and leveling him to 40, only to find his current state pretty laughable.

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They felt he required a complete rework to be viable. Another player humorously noted that even after 500+ hours of gameplay, they were still unaware of his existence in the game. This just shows...

In an interview with Game Rant from last year before the game’s release, Minseok Joo, the director of The First Descendant, shared some intriguing insights into the game’s development.

The First Descendant is a looter shooter game, but it aimed to stand out by making the grind for loot less tedious. Although, given recent player feedback regarding the immense grind needed to unlock certain characters, it’s still pretty tedious.

Balancing and Progression in The First Descendant

Responding to a question by the interviewer regarding failures and successes in looter-shooter games, Minseo responded by saying:

As a development team that’s making a looter shooter game for the first time, we do look to Destiny for reference, Warframe, and so on. What caught our attention was that Warframe very actively serves and communicates with its players. That’s something we feel we are good at, especially with an Mmorpg.

Quick Links Every Way To Unlock Ultimate Valby Why Should You Unlock Ultimate Valby?

Ultimate characters in The First Descendant are enhanced versions of playable Descendants that you can unlock on your roster, from Ajax to Valby. These stronger forms of familiar faces have higher stats, extra spaces for upgrades, and cool aesthetic changes that change how your favorite characters look. Any Ultimate character you get acts like a reward for grinding out specific items needed to research them back on Albion.

There are several differences between Ultimate and Normal characters, but gameplay abilities remain the same. However, you can access more upgrade Module slots with an Ultimate character to change their playstyle with various buffs and modifiers. Whatever build you make for an Ultimate Descendant will inevitably be more powerful than their Normal counterpart, allowing you to take on greater challenges.

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The First Descendant isn’t just your average looter shooter. Sure, it can be grindy, and while some of its bosses are just obstacles on your way to grab some good gear, others will seriously knock you down a peg or two unless you’re prepared.

Seriously, some of these bosses can push your skills to the limit. While some players might enjoy the challenge of soloing tough encounters, there are certain bosses in The First Descendant you’ll want to tackle with your friends.

A teammate can make these fights more manageable but also a lot more enjoyable, if you’re not the type to enjoy slamming your head against a brick wall over and over again. Here, we take a look at five of the hardest bosses in the game that you’ll want a friend for.

5. Dead Bride

Coming in at number five is the Dead Bride.

There’s no doubt that The First Descendant has proven to be a huge success story. The game has managed to have a very successful launch with over 200,000 players on Steam. Players are excited to see what the future holds for this game.

Although the title has managed to capture the attention of gamers, it has faced many issues with bugs, balancing, and features that have created a negative bubble around the title. However, now players’ criticism has extended to its microtransaction system, which fans believe is outright scamming players with horrendous bundle deals.

The First Descendant Bundles Are Awful, as Fans Avoid Them

As a modern free-to-play game, it’s no surprise that The First Descendant brings microtransactions as a way to boost the game’s ongoing development in the long term. It’s a strategy that almost everyone in the industry is using at this point, and publishers...

There’s no doubt that The First Descendant has explored popularity, presenting itself as a fun looter-shooter RPG in the industry for gamers to enjoy across platforms around the globe. It has been met with praise for its gameplay and unique open-world aspects.

In order to maintain the player base’s interest and popularity, the game’s developer, Nexon, has brought major improvements and updates that definitely played into the title’s popularity. However, it’s clear that the recent The First Descendant update has backfired, as Nexon has brought one change that’s causing outrage among gamers.

The First Descendant Restart Timers Are Incredibly Short Now

As promised, Nexon has finally released a major update for The First Descendant, which adds new characters, boss fights, quality-of-life updates, and plenty of bug fixes. The developers keep adjusting the game with players in mind, which is evident in the latest patch.

In The First Descendant, many players overlooked a character named Enzo, thinking he was only good for opening vaults. But one Reddit user found out they were wrong after trying out his full potential.

They used Enzo’s maxed-out skill, Enduring Legacy, and paired it with a Firearm Enhancer. This combo turned him into a powerful boss killer, and showed just how powerful he can actually be.

Players Discover Enzo’s True Power in The First Descendant

A user took to the r/TheFirstDescendant to share their discovery. They noticed a huge change, with Enduring Legacy giving them a 96% critical hit chance. Plus, the extra 15% weak point damage was a nice bonus to them.

Enzo is so Op.

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Before using Enzo, this player often struggled with a boss named Gluttony. But with him, Op managed to beat Gluttony ten times in a row without any trouble. It...

Every character in The First Descendant benefits from weapon upgrade Modules, but perhaps the best ones to farm from missions are the ones called Mental Focus. These Modules increase the Firearm Attack stat of whatever weapon your Descendant wields temporarily, giving you a huge damage buff. This enhancement stacks upon itself as well, allowing you to greatly empower a character build through multiple uses of this Module type.

Mental Focus Modules can be leveled up to ten times to reach their maximum buff on one of your weapons, increasing a character's Firearm Attack a little more each time. This upgrade lasts for two seconds but is removed when you reload or change a firearm with the Module equipped. When wielding an Ultimate weapon in The First Descendant, you'll never want to switch off a tool with this enhancement.

Upgrades for Modules require Gold and Kuiper Shards, so take some time...

Since its release, The First Descendant has continued to ride the high wave, amassing a large player count and a dedicated community of players. However, most who have spent enough time with the game understand that it isn’t yet a perfect experience by any stretch of the word.

For instance, the game’s combat, although inspired by other, more refined live service titles like Warframe, can be downright frustrating at times. That comparison is essential, as one of the combat’s most prominent issues can easily be overcome if only the devs decided to take on one crucial element of Digital Extremes’ juggernaut.

Warframe Holds the Key to the First Descendant’s Knockdown Problem

Although most players of the game are now used to the slight jank and are dominating bosses by coming up with a new meta almost every other day at this point, it is undeniable that...