David Jaffe, the mind behind God of War, recently shared his thoughts on Nexon’s latest release, The First Descendant. The game saw its global release on 2 July 2024. After an hour of gameplay, Jaffe praised the game’s mechanics, particularly the character control, grappling, and shooting.
He humorously addressed the ongoing debate about character design, pointing out that fans searching for traditionally “sexy” characters will not be disappointed, referencing the discussions similar to those surrounding Stellar Blade.
The First Descendant’s Explosive Entry Into The Gaming World
Nexon, a South Korean publisher known for games like The Finals and Dave the Diver, developed The First Descendant as a first-party title. It is a looter shooter that has quickly gained popularity.
Despite its solid mechanics and positive reception, the game also has some controversy due to the scantily clad design of its characters, reminiscent of Stellar Blade’s protagonist, Eve.
This comparison has led to debates about the portrayal and objectification of female characters in video games. Exactly like the past criticisms faced by Stellar Blade.
Stellar Blade, developed by ShiftUp, faced backlash for its protagonist’s skimpy attire, which many felt objectified women. This new release by Nexon appears to be following a similar path with its character designs.
The game features a character named Bunny, whose “Ultimate Suit” has drawn attention for its revealing nature. According to the game’s lore, Bunny’s suit is a powerful but unfinished piece of equipment, supposedly as effective as a complete suit.
This lore explanation has been met with skepticism, with many questioning whether it justifies the character’s revealing outfit or if it’s merely a marketing ploy to attract a specific audience.
God of War’s David Jaffe and The Gaming Community Are Loving It Despite Bugs
The game focuses on cooperative gameplay where players fight to save humanity. Its rapid rise in popularity suggests that it might follow the successful path of other major titles, despite initial server issues and some negative feedback.
Amidst the praise for its gameplay, the game is also facing the inevitable technical challenges of a new release. Players have reported glitches, particularly with the in-game currency, Caliber, and server connectivity issues. The developers have acknowledged this and are fixing it.
Despite the controversy, this new entry is performing well, showing potential to compete with games like Helldivers 2. However, server issues and in-game glitches have marred its launch, echoing the rocky starts of many popular online games.
Players remain hopeful that these issues will be resolved promptly. The ongoing discourse about its character design and technical issues will likely shape its reception. The game’s ability to address these concerns and deliver a balanced experience will determine its long-term success.
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