NEXON Games announced a cross-play open beta test for free-to-play third-person co-op action RPG shooter The First Descendant will be held this August. The open beta test will allow players to sample a portion of the full game’s content and features.
Players may participate in The First Descendant cross-play open beta test from August 22 to 28 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. The cross-play open beta test includes new single-player and co-op missions, new characters, quality of life improvements, and much more. Those interesting in participating in The First Descendant cross-play open beta test may sign up at the official website.
Here’s an overview of the open beta test, courtesy of NEXON Games:
The First Descendant Cross-Play Open Beta Test Content
NEXON Games, the developing studio, has been working hard to apply much of the feedback provided by players during the game’s first play tests, allowing much requested features such as dynamic character customization via the brand new cosmetic system and skill modifications, a new way to traverse the land via a grappling hook, new quality of life (QoL) elements, and much more.
Here are just some of the new additions and updates coming to The First Descendant cross-play beta on August 22:
- New and Updated Content
- New Single Player / Co-Op Stories and Missions
- New characters, improved grappling hook and more
- Introduction of crossplay across Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, PC via Steam, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
- New customization features – new cosmetic system, unique skins and character skill modifications
- Better Gameplay Experience
- Updated UI, UX and QoL elements
- Upgraded server and game performance
- Updated jump motion and gun sound effects
- Quality audio design in collaboration with Stephen Barton, globally renowned composer of Apex Legends, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Star Trek Picard and more.
- Up to four players can team up for new giant boss raids against the Colossuses
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Lastly, The First Descendant launches in Q4 2023 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
