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The First Descendanthas been on quite the journey since its launch. While Nexon’s free-to-play looter shooter initially turned heads with its, shall we say, ‘visually striking’ character designs and fashion-forward approach, recent months have seen player numbers dwindle as the community realizes that eye candy alone doesn’t make for a compelling game.
But rather than addressing core gameplay mechanics or adding variety to what many consider repetitive activities, the developers seem to have found a different way to reinvigorate interest in the game. First came the announcement of“much-requested”‘jiggle physics,’ and now? Well, let’s just say things are about to get interesting.
In a move that has the community both baffled and excited, Nexon has just revealed their latest addition to the game: the Albion Hot Springs update. And unlike certain other developers who try to hide their fan service behind flimsy pretenses, these South Korean devs know exactly what sells—and they’re not afraid to show it.
Making a splash with the hot springs update
Let’s be honest:The First Descendantwas never reallyjustabout the shooting or the looting. From day one, the game’s main attraction has been its carefully drawn character designs that somehow manage to make even basic combat movements look like a runway show. And with this latest update, Nexon is doubling down on what their players actually want.
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The announcement video for the Albion Hot Springs update leaves little to the imagination, showing off the game’s cast of characters in their new skimpy swimwear attire:
The reaction from the community was swift and predictable:
TAKE MY MONEY, TAKE IT ALL!!!
It’s clear that Nexon understands its audience well. With the recentcommitmentof introducing jiggle physics and now this hot springs update, they’re doubling down on what seems to be working for their player base. Some players are already dreading the impact on their wallets:
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While some might dismiss this as mere fan service, there’s something refreshingly honest aboutNexon‘s approach. In an industry where developers often dance around their intentions, they’re proudly waving their “s*x sells” banner high—and players are eating it up.
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And let’s be real: with Valentine’s Day around the corner, the timing couldn’t be more perfect. Nothing says“I’m single and proud”quite like spending February 14th admiring perfectly rendered hot spring physics—if you catch our drift.
When fan service becomes a business strategy
In the grand tradition of gaming’s most successful “plot”-driven experiences, Nexon has masterfully identified their core audience’s primary interest—and it certainly isn’t the mission objectives. The hot springs update represents a bold new chapter in what we might call “knowing your audience.”
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Obviously, the timing of this update hasn’t gone unnoticed by the community:
Some loser is about to get dumped on Valentines Day for this shit lol
The community’s reaction to the announcement has been exactly what you’d expect:
not beating the gooner allegations
There’s only one thing I’m beating, and it’s not allegations.
While some players are treating the whole situation with humor:
We have spotted a rare sight indeed. Here we see a wild Esiemo in his natural habitat. Just look at how majestically he moves towards the hot springs.pic.twitter.com/eFcHJvvSRS
We’re betting the player count is about to experience a significant “uprising.” After all, nothing brings back lapsed players quite like the promise of scantily clad characters splashing around in perfectly rendered hot springs. Don’t be surprised ifThe First Descendantsuddenly finds itself climbing the Steam charts faster than one of said characters climbing out of the water in slow motion.
Nexon’s strategy here is as transparent as the hot spring water, and honestly? …We’re here for it. While other games might needmeaningful content updates or gameplay improvementsto bring back players, sometimes all you really need is a well-timed splash of fan service and some “physics” that would make Sir Isaac Newton blush.
What do you think about Nexon’s approach withThe First Descendant? Is the hot springs update a clever business move or just shameless fan service? Let us know in the comments below!
Soumyajit Mukherjee
Gaming Writer
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Soumyajit Mukherjee is a Gaming Writer at FandomWire, known for his deep dives into tactical shooters and co-op games. Since joining in June 2024, he’s focused on breakout multiplayer titles like Helldivers 2 and Marvel Rivals, bringing sharp analysis and veteran instincts to every story. His gaming journey began at a local café with the OG Modern Warfare 2, and from that very first frag, he’s been chasing the rush ever since.A former competitive Rainbow Six Siege team captain, Soumyajit has played and written about everything from CS:GO, Valorant, Overwatch, and Apex Legends to Rocket League, Call of Duty, and Battlefield. He’s proudly PC-first and has been since said LAN days… but with GTA 6 looming on the horizon, a long-overdue PS5 might finally sneak onto his setup.
