NEXON to Present The First Descendant's Live Service Lessons at GDC 2025

Gaming Staff • January 24, 2025

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NEXON, a leading online game developer, will be presenting at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, sharing insights on the development and operation of its looter-shooter title, The First Descendant. The session, titled “Persevering Through a 57 Metacritic as a Live Service Game,” will be hosted by Beomjun Lee, Executive Producer of The First Descendant.

The First Descendant is a next-generation third-person co-op action RPG looter shooter, featuring high-quality graphics developed using Unreal Engine 5. The game, which was launched in July 2024, challenges players to become a Descendant and combat against alien invaders. Cooperation is key in the game, as players team up with one another in strategic 4-player boss fights.

In the GDC session, Lee will discuss the challenges faced during the eight months of live service following the game’s launch, the strategies employed to address them, and the approaches taken to enhance player satisfaction leading up to the Season 2 update. The session will also cover the game’s overarching goals and sustainable live service development plans.

NEXON Korea, the developer of The First Descendant, is a leading online game developer with a diverse portfolio of over 45 live games available in more than 190 countries. The company is known for its iconic franchises, including MapleStory and Dungeon&Fighter, as well as newer and upcoming titles like The First Descendant and The First Berserker: Khazan.

GDC 2025, taking place from March 17 to March 21 (local time) at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California, serves as a hub for sharing insights on key industry topics and emerging game development trends, bringing together key players from the industry. The First Descendant session is expected to provide valuable insights for game developers and industry professionals.

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