The First Descendent Update 1.0.2 Improves Named Monsters, No Plans to Nerf Builds

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What The First Descendent Update 1.0.2 Brings

With the recent rollout of The First Descendent Update 1.0.2, Nexon has made significant changes to the multiplayer third-person looter shooter. One of the main adjustments includes the removal of an unpopular element from Named Monsters while also enhancing the matchmaking feature for various missions. Additionally, concerns about potentially nerfing powerful anti-boss builds have been addressed by the developer.

Key Changes in The First Descendent Update 1.0.2

The update was launched on Thursday at 6:05 a.m. Pacific / 9:05 Eastern time. One notable change is the addition of matchmaking for Hard Infiltration Operations. Players can now easily team up with others on the same Operation by selecting “Start Public Operation.” Even if there are changes in rewards, players can initiate a Public Operation, although choosing an additional option will restrict them to Private Operations.

Another significant alteration introduced in this update is the elimination of sequential Immunity Spheres from named monsters. The development team acknowledged community feedback regarding the dull patterns of Named Monsters and aims to improve them. The specific pattern involving breaking spheres in a certain order has been removed to enhance the public matching experience. Nexon plans to continue modifying Named Monsters in future updates to further enhance gameplay.

Addressing concerns about potential nerfs to characters Tamer and Gley’s current meta builds, Nexon reassured players in the patch notes. The developer stated that while the Tamer and Gley’s infinite magazine build is indeed powerful, it aligns with the Dev Team’s plans, and there are no immediate plans for nerfs. The Director also hinted at undiscovered effective builds that players may explore.

The First Descendent 1.0.2 Patch Notes

Content Improvements

  • Added the ‘Start Public Operation’ function (matchmaking) to Infiltration Operations (Hard). ‘Start Public Operation’ is available even if you change the selected reward, but selecting an additional option will only offer ‘Start Private Operation.’
  • Removed sequential type Immunity Spheres from Named Monsters, changing them to default or extermination types.
  • Tripled the quantity of rare basic materials dropped from Encrypted Vaults, with Elite Vulgus dropping them in Field Missions and Infiltration Operations.
  • Reduced the occupation time for the Kingston’ Vulgus Data Transmitter’ Hacking Mission from two 90-second intervals to two 60-second periods.
  • Enhanced the visibility of the Battle Pass Battle Supply Shop button by redesigning it in the format of the Bonus Shop banner.
  • Prevented the Library window from closing when opening and closing the map through the Acquisition Information pop-up.
  • Improved the duration of party invitation messages and Descendant Instructor’s lines for easier confirmation and acceptance.
  • Relocated the guide NPC in Albion to a closer position for players’ convenience.

Optimization Improvements

  • [PC] Enhanced shader preparation process stability by reducing CPU load during shader generation.
  • [PC] Lowered GPU memory usage on High or higher quality settings.
  • [PC] Fixed abnormal display of character skins in low graphic settings during extended play sessions.
  • [PC] Addressed a bug allowing frame limits to be set when using Nvidia and AMD’s Frame Generation.
  • [Common] Resolved intermittent abnormal display of shadows based on viewpoint.
  • [Common] Implemented various optimizations fixes with continuous monitoring for further improvement.

Bug Fixes

  • UI/UX
    • Corrected display of unused items in the Library.
    • Fixed issue where Descendants couldn’t recover from DBNO when HP was below -100% from module settings.
    • Addressed problem with Kyle floating up when using ‘Superconductivity Thrusters’ during ‘Repulsion Dash’.
    • Resolved issue where Esiemo couldn’t get up while using ‘Arche Explosion’ under Knockback.
  • Modules
    • Fixed multiplication issue with increase in Firearm ATK per stack in the ‘Sharp Precision Shot’ module.
    • Corrected weapon attribute damage not applying over 100,000 damage.
    • Addressed discrepancies in displaying preferred Reactor stats for Ultimate (Gold) option.
    • Resolved display error for Weapon Change Speed stat in Ultimate (Gold) option.
  • Field
    • Fixed drop issues for ‘Amorphous Material Pattern: 118’ and ‘Shape Stabilizer Form 8’ at ‘Frozen Valley: Vulgus Strategic Outpost’ in Fortress (Hard).
    • Resolved problem with Elite Vulgus in the White-night Gulch’ Upper Hatchery’ Battlefield Missions not dropping rewards.
    • Fixed error causing interruptions in monster spawning at some Vulgus Strategic Outposts.
  • Instance Dungeon
    • Fixed issue where Vespers resource box materials were dropped from Echo Swamp, Agna Desert, White-night Gulch, Hagios, and Fortress Infiltration Operation resource boxes.
  • Research
    • Corrected display error showing core materials of Ultimate Descendants as Rare instead of Ultimate Tier.
  • Miscellaneous
    • [French] Fixed ‘Go to title screen’ menu displaying same phrase as ‘Exit Game.’
    • [French] Resolved use of ‘Ultimate Chimera’ in place of ‘Dreadful Abomination’ in the story.
    • [French] Added missing words in probability display for Executioner Tier 3 Set 4.