The First Descendant is set to launch Season 1: Invasion in a week, but recent revelations have left fans feeling frustrated with the rollout strategy. The season will be structured into three parts, with significant timegates in place for some highly anticipated additions. Nexon has unveiled a schedule that includes delays in the release of Ultimate Freyna, pushing it back by several months.
The updates are scheduled as follows:
- First Update: August 29
- Second Update: September 26
- Third Update: October 30
This segmented approach to content delivery has raised concerns among players. While many live service games typically introduce story updates over time, The First Descendant is dividing character, weapon, and playable content in a way that has left some fans dissatisfied. The prolonged wait for Ultimate Freyna, in particular, has disappointed players who were eager to engage with this new addition.
Furthermore, players will have to wait a month before gaining access to Hailey's ice rifle, and additional modules for her character will not be available for two months. The introduction of a new boss and the highest difficulty operations will also be staggered, with players needing to wait one and two months respectively.
The decision to implement such extensive timegating has sparked debate within the community. While engagement is a crucial aspect of live service games, the prolonged release schedule may dampen the excitement surrounding the season launch. Players who were anticipating the arrival of Ultimate Freyna within a week now face a delay of two months, prompting questions about the overall impact on player experience.
Nexon has a history of being responsive to player feedback, and it remains to be seen how the community will react to this new approach. The seasonal structure adopted by The First Descendant mirrors that of other games like Destiny and Suicide Squad, which have faced challenges with similar models. As the launch date approaches, players are eager to see how the season unfolds and whether the timegating strategy will enhance or detract from the overall gameplay experience.
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