Nexon Games has announced a new hotfix for The First Descendant, scheduled to deploy on May 15, 2025. Hotfix 1.2.17 will primarily address difficulty balancing for the game's Void Erosion Purge content, with changes coming to all platforms simultaneously.
Void Erosion Difficulty Adjustments Coming Soon
Players of The First Descendant should prepare for some gameplay changes, as Nexon Games has confirmed Hotfix 1.2.17 will arrive on May 15, 2025, at 00:00 PDT. The update focuses specifically on improving difficulty balance in both standard Void Erosion Purge and its Challenge variant.
The patch will be deployed across all platforms simultaneously, meaning PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S players will receive the update at the same time.
What's Changing in Hotfix 1.2.17?
While specific details remain limited, Nexon has confirmed the primary focus is "improving difficulty" for both Void Erosion Purge modes. This suggests the developer may be responding to player feedback about balance issues in these challenging endgame activities.
The studio has promised to release complete patch notes after the update is deployed, giving players a full breakdown of all changes and adjustments made to the game.
When Exactly Is The Update?
The hotfix is scheduled for May 15, 2025 (Thursday) at 00:00 PDT. As with any scheduled maintenance or update, Nexon Games notes that the timing is subject to change based on unforeseen circumstances.
For players in different time zones, it's worth converting this time to your local schedule to know exactly when the update will be available in your region.
The First Descendant continues to receive regular updates since its July 2024 release, with Nexon Games maintaining an active development schedule to address gameplay balance and player feedback.