The First Descendant Update 1.2.6 is out now, bringing new content and fixes to the game. Highlights include adding Void Erosion Purge difficulty level 30, a leaderboard for the mode, and introducing Core crafting and Tier 10 Cores. The update also improves the Laboratory, increases Module storage capacity to 2,000, and addresses various gameplay issues.
Alongside the update, the developers have shared a list of February Known Issues, including UI bugs, progression errors, and platform-specific problems. They also provide temporary solutions for crashes related to Intel CPUs and antivirus programs.
The First Descendant Update 1.2.6 Complete Patch Notes
New Features
- Void Erosion Purge:
- Added difficulty level 30.
- Introduced a leaderboard for the mode.
- Core Crafting:
- Added Core crafting feature.
- Introduced Core Tier 10.
- Quality of Life Improvements:
- Increased maximum Module storage capacity to 2,000.
- Improved Laboratory functionality.
- Bug Fixes
- General fixes for gameplay and stability issues.
February Known Issues
February 5th Issues
- Hagios Sheepdog Image Missing: The image is not displayed in the Shop > Fellow menu, but the product can still be purchased.
- Freyna’s Exclusive Quest Icon: Appears for other Descendants but can only be played with Freyna or Ultimate Freyna.
- Support Request Mission: Does not disappear from the board after abandonment.
- Void Erosion Purge Score Bug: Elite monster purification scores are applied twice in stages 21, 24, and 27.
Previous Known Issues
- Random Mission Icons: Appear on the radar UI during field transitions.
- Award Names: ‘Acquire Ines’ and ‘Reach Ines Level’ displayed in English (except Korean).
- Tactical Augmentation Core: Fire Rate option not applied under certain circumstances (temporarily removed in Update 1.2.4).
- PS/XBOX UI Issue: Top menu displayed when navigating to the homepage via ‘Go to Web Help’ or ‘Content Creator’ buttons.
- Sigvore’s Proof Progress: Not applied in Access Info.
- Skin Set Mislabeling: Male Descendant skin labeled as “Unisex” in the Store (fix scheduled for January 2025).
- PS5 Voice Chat Issue: Does not function properly when creating a party on PS4.
- Intel CPU Crashes: Reported on 13th and 14th generation Intel CPUs (temporary fix: adjust power limits in BIOS).
- Antivirus Conflicts: Temporary solutions provided for Bitdefender and McAfee Agent.
- Easy Anti-Cheat Malfunctions: Refer to FAQ for solutions or contact customer support.
The First Descendant is a free-to-play, third-person co-op action RPG developed by Nexon. Set in a futuristic sci-fi world, players take on the role of Descendants, genetically enhanced warriors tasked with defending humanity against alien invaders.
