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Nexon CEO: The First Descendant's Lack of Staying Power Stems From Design Flaws

July 11, 2026Pablo Navarro1 мин

Nexon's CEO has openly conceded that their new game, The First Descendant, struggled significantly with player retention, failing to achieve "staying power" among its audience. He explicitly stated that this fundamental challenge cannot be resolved through quick fixes or minor patches. Instead,

Nexon's CEO has openly conceded that their new game, The First Descendant, struggled significantly with player retention, failing to achieve "staying power" among its audience. He explicitly stated that this fundamental challenge cannot be resolved through quick fixes or minor patches. Instead, the CEO emphasized that these are deep-seated "design issues" inherent to the game's core structure, demanding more comprehensive and intricate solutions than superficial updates.