As gaming enters its fifth year in the current console generation, some developers continue to support the older platforms of PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. With millions of players still using these consoles, they remain a lucrative market. However, this also has a significant trade-off as developers must limit their ambitions to ensure their games remain playable on aging hardware. This is something that Nexon has chosen not to do anymore for its free-to-play shooter, The First Descendant.
In a recent live stream, The First Descendant developers confirmed the move that will likely disappoint players who have yet to transition to newer consoles. For the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of The First Descendant, the servers will officially be shut down on June 19. This is not just a case of ending updates; the game will be removed entirely from both platforms, meaning players will no longer be able to download or play it.
The thinking behind this latest decision is for Nexon to push The First Descendant on a larger scale, one that older consoles can no longer handle. The developers have stated that Season 3 will introduce a massive update, and they want to focus on providing a better experience for players without the limitations of outdated hardware.
For PS4 and Xbox One players who want to continue their journey in The First Descendant, upgrading to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, or a competent PC is now a necessity. On the bright side, the game features account integration, allowing players to transfer their progress seamlessly to newer platforms.
At this time, Nexon has not revealed other specific details about the upcoming updates that will mark the game’s shift away from older consoles. However, it is clear that The First Descendant is setting its sights on a more ambitious future, even if it means leaving some players behind.
