The Decline of The First Descendant: A 96% Drop in Player Engagement Since Launch

The landscape of live looter-shooters is often marked by significant player fluctuations, and recent discussions around various games highlight this trend. One such game experiencing a notable decline in player engagement is The First Descendant, a title that launched just a few months ago.

The action-packed game has seen a staggering reduction in active players, with a reported 96% drop since its release. According to estimates, the peak number of players on Steam has now plummeted to 9,781, a stark contrast to its initial peak of 264,860.

The analysis indicates that while player counts can vary with updates, it’s unlikely that these numbers will recover to their previous highs. Instead, any increase may only bring the active player count up to around 26,000 during particularly busy times, still reflecting a remarkable 90% decrease from the all-time peak.

Our experience with The First Descendant revealed a mix of enjoyable and disappointing elements, but we are curious about your thoughts on Nexon's latest entry in the looter-shooter genre.