Nexon Games has announced an extension to The First Descendant's 2025 Skin Contest submission period, alongside significant changes to the award criteria. The contest, which began on May 12, will now feature a unified selection format for Descendant skins rather than separating entries into gender categories.
Major Changes to Skin Contest Format
The developers have revised their approach to the skin contest by eliminating the previous Men/Women/Unisex categories for Descendant skins. According to the announcement, this change aims to "reduce the burden on participants and encourage a wider range of creative submissions" under a single, unified selection process.
Additionally, Nexon has emphasized that all entries must use the official template to be considered for the contest. The team noted that several submissions have already been disqualified for not following this requirement, as screenshots or standalone illustrations without the proper template will not be eligible.
What's changing with the award structure?
The competition now features more flexible finalist selection. The number of finalists and winners may vary between the Descendant and Fellow categories depending on submission quantity and quality. If submissions in a particular category fail to meet minimum quality standards, Nexon reserves the right not to select any finalists for that category.
This restructuring represents a significant shift in how The First Descendant approaches community-created content, potentially opening the door for more diverse and innovative skin designs that aren't constrained by traditional gender classifications.
Submission Requirements and Resources
For players looking to participate in the contest, Nexon has made resources available through their official channels. Contestants must download the appropriate template based on their chosen skin category and follow the provided instructions carefully.
The guidelines and templates can be accessed through the official The First Descendant website. The developers have specifically warned that entries consisting only of screenshots or standalone images without using the template will be automatically disqualified.
Community Response
While the extension provides more time for creativity, the community has had mixed reactions to the category changes. Some players welcome the unified approach as more inclusive, while others have expressed concern about how entries will be judged without the previous structure.
The contest continues to generate excitement among the game's artistic community, with many seeing it as an opportunity to potentially have their designs implemented in the game, which has maintained a strong player base since its July 2024 release.