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2/21 (Fri) – 2/27 (Thu) Results of the Crackdown on Abusive Users

Greetings, Descendants.

Here are the results of the crackdown on abusive users carried out between 2/21 (Fri) – 2/27 (Thu).

We're inspecting abusive gaming behavior to ensure that all Descendants can enjoy the game in a pleasant environment.
If you notice any abnormal or abusive behavior while playing, please report it through the in-game report feature.

Please see below for the detailed outcome of the crackdown.

■ Crackdown status
- Crackdown period: 2025.2.21(Fri) – 2025.2.27(Thu) PST

■ Creation, distribution, or use of unauthorized programs - Permanent game ban (19 users)
- Actions have been taken for creating, distributing, or using unauthorized programs.


■ Exploitation of all processes related to the Open Store – Permanent game ban (20 users)
- Actions were taken because of unfair gains by exploitation on store payment process.


■ Interfering with other user's gameplay – 3-day separate matchmaking penalty (297 users)
- A history of repeated interference with other Descendants' gameplay has been confirmed and action has been taken in accordance with the Operation Policy.


■ Notes
- The outcome of the crackdown on abusive users includes enforcement actions taken based on Descendant’s reports and monitoring.
- If you would like to vindicate yourself in relation to a claim on the exploitation of the Open Store's payment process, please visit our official website > Customer Service > 1:1 Support and make your inquiry.
- If you would like to vindicate yourself in relation to a claim on the exploitation of the payment process through chargebacks, please contact the platform store where you made the payment.

We will continue to strive to ensure that all Descendants can enjoy the game in a pleasant environment.
Thank you.

Beyond the Void | Season 2 Episode 2 Update

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ze8J-blWWM

Sigma Sector – The Unknown Land Shrouded by the Void Storm
A desperate battle unfolds as the Descendants fight to uncover its hidden secrets.
Don't miss out on the Beyond the Void update on March 13th!

The First Descendant Hotfix 1.2.9

Greetings, Descendants!

Here are the details on The First Descendant Hotfix 1.2.9, patched maintenance-free.


■ Patch Date
- 02.26.2025 (Wed) 23:00 PST

■ Platforms
- Steam, Xbox Series X│S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5

■ Patch Details

Content Improvements
(1) Content Improvements
- The amount of Augmentation Cores you can earn by defeating a Commander on Void Erosion Purge F21 - F30 has been increased as follows.
ㄴ F21 - F30: Doubled the amount of Augmentation Core Tier 8.
ㄴ F25 - F30: Doubled the amount of Augmentation Core Tier 9.
ㄴ F28 - F30: Doubled the amount of Augmentation Core Tier 10.

(2) Shop
- 3 new products have been added.


Bug Fixes
(1) Miscellaneous
- Fixed an issue where the HP Recovery effect of the External Component "Hungry Sonic" would only apply to a single target.

Thank you.

Hotfix 1.2.9 Schedule for February 26 (Wed) PST

Greetings, Descendants!



We would like to inform you about the schedule for this week’s Hotfix 1.2.9 patch.



■ Patch Schedule

- Scheduled for PST 2025.02.26 (Wed) 23:00

※ The schedule is subject to change, and details will be provided in the Hotfix Patch Notes once the patch is complete.



■ Platforms

- Steam, XBOX SERIES X│S, XBOX ONE, PS4, PS5



■ Patch Preview

- Increased the number of Augmentation Cores obtainable upon defeating Commanders on 21–30 of Void Erosion Purge.

- New Items Added to the Shop

- Bug fixes



Thank you.

Operation: Kate's Experiment Assistant Continuous Operation II Compensation Dist

Greetings, Descendants.



We would like to inform you about the compensation distribution process for Descendants who completed Operation: Kate's Experiment Assistant Continuous Operation II without updating to Hotfix 1.2.8.



# PST 2025.02.21(Fri) 01:20 - An additional compensation item has been added for those who received the ‘Flutter’ spawn item and purchased the ‘Lub-dub Bundle’

■ Descendants Who Received the ‘Flutter’ Spawn Item as a Continuous Operation II Reward

(1) Distribution Schedule

- Retrieve and distribute after PST 2025.02.21 01:00.

※ A one-time game crash may occur when retrieving the items.

(2) Distribution Method

- If the ‘Flutter’ spawn item is still in your mailbox:

- The item will be retrieved from the mailbox, and the revised reward will be sent via mail.

- If you have already claimed the ‘Flutter’ spawn item:

- The item will be retrieved, and the revised reward will be sent via mail.



■ Descendants Who Purchased the ‘Lub-dub Bundle’ After Receiving the ‘Flutter’ Spawn Item as a Continuous Operation II Reward

(1) Distribution Schedule

- Retrieve and distribute after PST 2025.02.24 23:00.

※ A one-time game crash may occur when retrieving the items.

(2) Distribution Method

- The ‘Lub-dub Bundle’ items will be retrieved.

- The Caliber used for the purchase will be sent via mail.

- (Added) Paint used on the ‘Lub-dub’ skin will be sent via mail.


We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused. We will continue striving to provide a more stable service.



Thank you.