Nexon has officially revealed that The First Descendant: Breakthrough, the game’s highly anticipated third season, is set to launch on August 7, 2025. And it’s not just another seasonal refresh—this one’s a game-changer.
With a new Descendant, a sprawling new field zone, and even hoverbikes, Breakthrough is shaping up to be the biggest update since the game’s launch. Here’s everything you need to know.
A New Descendant Enters the Fight: Nell
Making the jump from NPC to playable character, Nell headlines Season 3. This stylish, acrobatic Descendant wields what can only be described as arcane gun-fu, converting every bullet into a weak point hit. Her kit is geared toward speed, precision, and aggressive positioning ideal for those who like to live on the edge.
Nell will be available through the new Season Pass or unlocked via gameplay. Expect her to quickly become a fan favorite thanks to her flashy style and high-skill-ceiling potential.
Welcome to Axion: A Massive New Zone
Say hello to Axion Plains, a fresh open-zone field larger and more vertically dynamic than anything in the game to date. With new traversal mechanics and terrain to explore, Axion is also home to a brand-new 8-player Field Colossus Raid boss known only as The Wall Crasher.
Expect public events, new mission types, and a fresh enemy faction—The Legion of Breach to shake things up across the map.
Hoverbikes Are Real (And Awesome)
Traversal in The First Descendant is getting a major upgrade thanks to hoverbikes. These sleek vehicles let you cruise through zones at high speeds while still dodging enemy fire or boosting into the fight.
Hoverbikes are available for every Descendant and will become an essential part of gameplay, especially in the vast expanses of the Axion zone.
Swords, Finally
Yes, The First Descendant is finally letting you live out your space-ninja fantasies. Swords are being added as a new weapon type and share equipment slots with guns. Expect different models and builds with their own modules, skills, and elemental affinities.
From slashing hordes up close to deflecting fire with perfect timing, sword gameplay could be a game-defining change for melee players.
Build Your Lounge
In a welcome shift toward personalization, players will now have access to a customizable Lounge. Think of it like your own personal hideout you can decorate it, display your skins and emotes, and show off your rare drops.
The Lounge also functions as a social hub for squads, with potential expansions planned for future updates.
Pre-Register Now for Exclusive Rewards
Players who pre-register before August 7 will earn a boatload of in-game goodies, including:
- Descendant Selection Box
- Transcendent Module
- Ultimate Weapon Selection Box
- A unique title and nameplate
And if total global pre-registrations hit 1 million, Nexon will gift everyone an Ultimate Descendant Selection Box your pick of the top-tier Descendants in the game.
Key Dates
- June 11 – Devstream with update breakdown and roadmap
- July 1 – Descendant Fest: Anniversary celebration with reveals and Q&A
- July 24 – Public demo launches, featuring Axion, hoverbike traversal, and a sneak peek at the new raid
- August 7 – Breakthrough officially launches
With Breakthrough, Nexon isn’t just adding more content it’s expanding The First Descendant into something much bigger. Hoverbikes, swords, massive raids, and customizable player spaces signal a shift toward a more layered, dynamic experience.
Whether you’re a veteran Descendant or a newcomer, August 7 is looking like the perfect time to dive in.
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