Nexon Games has provided the full list of The First Descendant update 1.30 patch notes, which adds a number of improvements including reducing cooldown time for Outpost missions to bring a smoother gameplay experience. In addition, it also comes with a number of bug fixes and UI/UX enhancements, such as the ability for players to adjust settings right after completing missions. You can read the full details below.
The First Descendant was released for PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One on July 2, 2024. The game takes the form of a free-to-play MMO looter shooter, where players control powerful individuals known as Descendants, who serve as humanity’s only hope against the invading alien race known as the Vulgus.
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Content Improvements
- Outpost Cooldown: Reduced from 60 seconds to 30 seconds for smoother gameplay.
- Director’s Comments: Future improvements include introducing additional farming routes (e.g., Infiltration – Fragment – Fusion Reactor) and reworking Outposts to enhance continuous engagement.
- Planned Future Changes:
- Stage 2: Infiltration and Fragment routes to provide alternative farming paths by Season 2.
- Stage 3: Outpost rework to include dynamic content and improve matchmaking.
UI & UX Enhancements
- Module Settings: Players can now adjust settings immediately after completing missions.
- Button Hold Time: Reduced for notifications like Party Invites and Mission Results.
- Tooltip & Window Improvements: Enhanced layout for Reactor info tooltip and adjusted Mission Results to avoid overlap with other UI.
Miscellaneous Adjustments
- Landing Animation: Removed hero landing animation after jumping, allowing faster transitions.
Bug Fixes
1. Content Fixes
- Resolved issues with mission/challenge counting in Defend Albion Resource and Task Squad Missions.
- Corrected spawn sounds for specific enemy types.
- Fixed bugs in Fortress and Invasion areas affecting enemy behavior and ally joining.
2. Weapons & Modules
- Adjusted Ultimate Module “Sweeping Squad” to reset only effect duration.
- Multiple fixes for visual effects, activation issues, and impact on objects for weapons such as Albion Cavalry Gun, Final Masterpiece, Perforator, Smithereens, and Piercing Light.
3. UI & UX Fixes
- Corrected research status displays and time errors in Ion Accelerator research.
4. Shop
- Fixed incorrect descriptions for emotes and preview image issues for the Twisted Worship Set.
[Source – The First Descendant Update 1.30 Patch Notes]