New free-to-play sci-fi shooter The First Descendant clocks up 10m players in just one week
New free-to-play sci-fi shooter The First Descendant hits 10 million players in one week. Available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and last-gen consoles.
The First Descendant, a new free-to-play sci-fi shooter developed by Nexon, amassed 10 million players within a week of its release. The accomplishment was highlighted with an enthusiastic message from the team on social media, expressing heartfelt thanks to their player base and promising continued quality experiences.
Available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and last-gen consoles, The First Descendant currently has a mixed user review score on Steam. Despite its success, Nexon faced criticisms regarding iconography and weapon designs in the game that bear a resemblance to those in Destiny 2.
Nexon is actively addressing these concerns, affirming that they are taking the feedback seriously. The publisher committed to ensuring that any imagery similar to Destiny 2 will be adjusted to reflect the unique identity of The First Descendant.