Nexon Games has released Update 1.3.8 for The First Descendant, addressing a number of gameplay, weapon, and system-related issues following the 1.3.7 client version. To ensure stability, all players were temporarily logged out before the deployment of the new patch, which focuses on improving content balance, refining weapon mechanics, and enhancing overall gameplay fluidity.
This latest update brings notable adjustments to the Void Vessel Medium-Sized Facility Zone, where storage boxes now offer increased chances to yield rare crafting materials such as Ultrafine Particle Alloy and Photon Quantum Crystal. Weapon tuning highlights include significant improvements to the Ultimate Weapons “Shadow” and “Deus Ex Manus,” each receiving sprint speed boosts, damage recalibrations, and better attack functionality. The update also includes a broad range of bug fixes and user interface improvements, aiming to deliver a smoother experience across all supported platforms.
Full Patch Notes
The First Descendant | Patch 1.3.8
Patch Date: October 23, 2025 (Thu)
Platforms: Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5
Content Improvements
(1) Content
- Void Vessel – Medium-Sized Facility Zone:
- Opening a Special Materials Storage Box now has a low chance to grant an additional 20–50 Ultrafine Particle Alloy.
- Opening an Experimental Materials Storage Box on Hard difficulty now has a low chance to grant an additional 20–50 Photon Quantum Crystal.
(2) Weapons & Modules
- Ultimate Weapon: Shadow
- Sprint Speed increased from 800 → 1040.
- Special Attack now applies Tow to targets hit by Shadow Dash.
- Enhanced Shadow Dash range and boosted Shadow Dash/Shadow Slash damage per level:
| Enhancement Level | Range | Damage Before | Damage After |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0m × 2.0m | 86.3% | 86.3% |
| 2 | 2.5m × 2.5m | 86.3% | 107.9% |
| 3 | 3.0m × 3.0m | 86.3% | 129.5% |
| 4 | 3.5m × 3.5m | 86.3% | 151% |
| 5 | 4.0m × 4.0m | 86.3% | 172.6% |
- Ultimate Weapon: Deus Ex Manus
- Sprint Speed increased from 800 → 1040.
- Normal Attack MP consumption adjusted so that MP is consumed once per attack, even when hitting multiple targets.
Bug Fixes
(1) Content
- Fixed issue allowing vehicle mounting after being crowd-controlled in restricted zones.
(2) Weapons & Modules
- Fixed issue with Deus Ex Manus applying extra damage without MP consumption.
- Fixed bug causing melee weapon Piercing Rate to exceed 1%.
(3) UI & UX
- Added separate sorting and filter settings for Storage and Inventory.
- Fixed Shop page auto-scroll when pressing navigation keys simultaneously.
- Corrected Photon Quantum Crystal acquisition info, clarifying it drops only in Hard difficulty for the Medium-Sized Facility Zone.
- Updated Mutant Cell Box icon visuals for consistency.
(4) Miscellaneous
- Fixed “Acquire All Attached Items” function in the mailbox.
- Adjusted Figurine slot positioning in the Eerie Garden Diorama.
The First Descendant is a free-to-play third-person cooperative looter-shooter and action RPG developed by Nexon Games using Unreal Engine 5. Players assume the role of Descendants—superpowered heroes tasked with defending humanity from alien invaders through high-octane missions, boss battles, and extensive gear customization. The game officially launched on July 2, 2024, and is available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, with full cross-platform support.
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