If you love playing “The First Descendant,” these 100 tips will help you get the most out of your game.
Using Cover and Position
- Partial Cover: Stand so only part of your body is visible; you’ll take less damage this way.
- Right Side Advantage: At outposts, move to the edge with your right side out to hit enemies while staying safe.
Weapons and Reloading
- Reload Early: Some weapons let you shoot before the reload animation ends; know which ones for an edge.
- Cancel Reload: Use abilities or roll to stop reloading early. Once the magazine is in, you’re set.
- Quick Turns: Hold the back movement input and roll to keep speed during a 180-degree turn.
Using Characters Well
- Speed and Effects: Bunny’s area attack works faster based on your speed; run, roll, double jump, or grapple to make it stronger.
- Handling Extras: Combine four extra red modules to get a guaranteed red one.
- Module Swaps: Combine four yellow modules for a chance to get a red module.
Boss Strategies
- Hanged Man’s Beam: Destroy the cannon during the Hanged Man’s beam charge; it takes 6 seconds.
- Outpost Timer: Fast travel away and back to reset the 5-minute outpost timer.
- Quick Mission Restart: At the end of a mission, hold F2 and restart to save time.
Exploring and Traveling
- Unlock Fast Travel: Visit gray map icons to unlock fast travel spots.
- Nearby Fast Travel: Find Transporters in Albon for quick travel points.
- Reset Abilities: Fast travel or let yourself die to reset long cooldown abilities.
Gear and Levels
- Ultimate Weapon Stats: Manually change stats at the workbench after leveling Ultimate Weapons.
- Recoil Patterns: Learn how weapons like the Eternal Willpower AR kick back for better aim.
Smart Use of Abilities
- Void Interception Hooks: Grapple bosses and hold secondary fire to stop damage counting towards their frenzy bar.
- Boss Stun and Damage: Break what you’re hanging on during boss fights to stun them.
Using Modules
- Grapple Modules: Use long-distance move modules for easier grapples in interceptions.
- Crystallization Catalyst: Upgrade grapple slots with crystallization catalysts for more capacity.
Character Skills – Sharon
- Sharon’s Sneaking: Build for skill duration to make Sharon’s sneaking abilities last longer.
- Invisible Actions: Sharon can run, roll, and grapple while invisible, great for outpost and terminal hacking.
Farming Strategies
- Void Fragment Runs: Bunny is best for void interceptions because of her area attacks.
- Shard Fragments: Pick places based on the type of shards you need for efficient grinding.
Defense Tactics
- Health Modules: Always use at least one increased health module.
- Defense Cap: Defense past 27.5k gives less benefit; plan your builds accordingly.
Boss Resistance and Damage
- Resist Status Effects: Use golden mods to resist bosses’ damage over time effects.
- Jumping Dodges: Jump to avoid artillery attacks instead of moving out of the circle.
Wall Attacks
- Area Attacks Through Walls: Use area attacks as they can go through walls.
- Speed and Area Farm: Bunny is great for fast farming due to her abilities.
Outpost Runners
- Outpost Teams: Bunny is usually best for running and clearing bosses because of speed and area attacks.
- Runners in Boss Fights: In some boss fights, like Hanged Man or Frost Walker, have Bunny be the runner.
Mastery and Builds
- Skill Duration Build: For Sharon, maximize skill duration in your build for best results.
- Leveling Efficiency: Use high proficiency parts and multiple same-type weapons to level up faster.
Combat Skills
- Weapon Practice: Practice with weapons like SMGs to master random spread patterns.
- Single Target Tips: Some characters are better against single targets; choose wisely based on mission.
Co-Op and Team Play
- Public vs. Private: Run certain missions in public for efficiency; and others in private to avoid random interference.
- Communication: Use Discord groups to find reliable teammates.
Deep Strategies
- Farmer Loadouts: Have a separate loadout for farming with bonuses for gold, module drops, etc.
- Bunny Hopping: Time your jumps to keep momentum, moving better and avoiding attacks.
Frame Rate Help
- Lower Graphics: Reduce graphics settings to boost frame rates, directly affecting damage per second.
Navigation Shortcuts
- Waypoint Timers: Use waypoints for quick time checks on outpost refreshes.
- Resource Tracking: Scan for resources and enemies using in-game scanners.
Boss Weaknesses and Tricks
- Element Boosts: Use element boosts like fire or electric for more damage against boss weaknesses.
- Specific Weak Points: Study boss’s weak points for targeted damage.
Crafting and Modules
- Best Crafting: Use the right crafting materials and improve gear at the reactor.
- Mission Re-Roll: Reroll challenges for higher score bonuses in hard missions.
Timing and Efficiency
- Battles and Stamina: Manage your fights smartly, taking breaks and planning your next moves.
- Dungeon Access: Use terminals in Albon to quickly enter dungeons.
- Jump Tricks: Use jump mechanics to quickly cross maps.
- Favorite Gear: Mark important items as favorites to avoid auto-scrap.
Tracking Progress
- Combat Awareness: Watch for signals like red circles that show critical attack spots.
- Hard Mode Rewards: Focus on clearing missions on hard mode for better drops.
- Mastery Levels: Gain mastery by leveling new characters and weapon skills.
Movement Helpers
- Gossip Management: Double jump away after boss teleports to avoid damage.
- Element Shields: Shield against element attacks by stacking buffs and using specific resistances.
Getting the Best Performance
- Less Downtime: Use private runs for uninterrupted missions and quick farming.
- Part Combinations: Optimize parts for matching gear for increased effectiveness.
Survival Skills
- Projectile Awareness: Keep moving to avoid most enemy shots.
- Dodging Techniques: Master double jumps and rolls to dodge and survive boss battles.
Specific Mission Tips
- Encrypted Vaults: Find encrypted vaults using map markers and scanners.
Fine-Tuning Gameplay
- Jump Pad Tricks: Use grapples and timed movements to cross challenging platform sections.
- Break Down Over Selling: Choose to break down items over selling for resource gains.
Combat Strategy
- Active Combat: Keep moving to avoid becoming an easy target for shots.
- First Clear Bonuses: Complete missions for the first time to unlock extra rewards.
Special Missions
- Efficient Captures: Stand together with teammates in capture circles for faster mission completions.
- Find Weaknesses: Use scanners to find enemy weaknesses and change tactics accordingly.
Optimizing Gameplay
- Frequent Scanning: Regularly scan the area for hidden resources and enemies.
- Adjusting Difficulty: Play hard mode for better rewards but make sure your build is ready for survival.
Combat Techniques
- Lock-On Targets: Learn to lock on and hit critical points efficiently.
- Balanced Builds: Have a mix of damage types in your loadouts for versatility.
Navigating Boss Fights
- Stunning Bosses: Use special attacks and grapples to stun bosses and reduce their frenzy bar.
- Use Cover: Use environment cover to your advantage during boss fights.
Advanced Gameplay
- Hit Weak Spots: Use knowledge of each boss’ specific weaknesses to do maximum damage.
- Keep Speed: Combine grapple, sprint, and roll for the fastest movement method.
Gear Management
- Best Loadouts: Equip and fine-tune your loadouts based on mission needs.
- Change Builds: Regularly change your builds based on mission experiences and learned mechanics.
Improving Modules
- Upgrade Grapples: Invest in modules that increase grapple efficiency and range.
- Smart Resource Use: Save higher-tier resources for essential upgrades to maximize efficiency.
Combat Skills
- Frequent Recoil Practice: Regularly practice with weapons to perfect handling and aim.
- Grapple on Enemies: Use grapples on enemies to stun and manage crowds better.
Element Adaptation
- Match Element Boosts: Keep your loadout’s element boosts in line with enemy weaknesses.
Module Use
- Equip Right Modules: Equip the best modules for the mission at hand, focusing on reducing damage taken and increasing damage dealt.
Understanding Crafting
- Efficient Material Gathering: Target best locations and enemies for high-yield materials.
- Use Catalysts: Improve key components using crystallization catalysts for powerful boosts.
Always Learn
- Keep Improving: Keep refining and changing your tactics based on mission results.
Team Play
- Good Communication: Use headsets and clear communication during team play for strategic advantages.
Efficient Notification
- Mission Overview: Use mission overviews to select rewards you need most and plan accordingly.
Health Management
- Focus on Health: Always prioritize health and defense in builds to ensure survival.
Steady Progress
- Progress Strategy: Keep a close watch on progress milestones and required tasks for upgrades.
- Know Your Limits: Know when to back off and recover to avoid unnecessary deaths and lost progress.
Combat Efficiency
- Main and Secondary Weapons: Use weapon types strategically for different combat scenarios.
- Element Resistances: Equip modules providing element resistances to handle area attacks from bosses.
Optimization Strategy
- Skill Tree Management: Regularly invest in your skill tree for a balanced build.
- Time Efficient Runs: Optimize for the quickest material and exp gain through practiced efficiency.
Loadout Flexibility
- Change Loadouts: Keep multiple loadouts for different mission types and objectives.
Survival Priority
- Keep Moving: Constantly move and change positions to avoid projectiles and area attacks.
Craft Smart
- Best Use of Resources: Only use high-value crafting materials when necessary to avoid waste.
Stay Engaged
Active Play: Stay consistently engaged in missions to maximize progress and material gains.
Remember, mastering “The First Descendant” comes down to practice, knowledge, and smart gameplay. Use these tips to become a strong descendant and dominate every enemy that comes your way.