The First Descendant: How To Play With Friends?

The First Descendant, a co-op, cross-platform looter shooter, allows you to team up with up to four players to complete quests, farm equipment, and battle powerful enemies. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to add friends and play with them in The First Descendant.

How To Add Friends on The First Descendant

Adding friends in The First Descendant is straightforward. You can add any player via the Social menu using their game ID, whether they are on the same platform or cross-platform. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Open the map screen by pressing M on your keyboard (PC).
  2. Select the Social menu.
  3. In the Social menu, you can:
    • Add a friend using their game ID.
    • Look for local players in your zone.
    • Add players you’ve recently played with.

You can also interact with players in the game world by running over to them and holding down T on your keyboard. This will open a menu that allows you to invite them as a friend or invite them to your party.

How To Invite Friends & Party Up on The First Descendant

To invite friends to your party in The First Descendant, follow these steps:

  1. Complete the tutorial and reach the large player hub area.
  2. Open the menu and go to the Social tab.
  3. Select the bottom-looking CPU chip icon to access your platform’s friend list.
  4. Add your friends (Xbox, PC, or PlayStation) to your friends list in The First Descendant.
  5. Invite your friends to form a party from the Social menu.

You can also invite players directly from the social hub or public open-world areas by walking up to them. A button will appear above their heads allowing you to interact, invite them to your party, or view their profile.

The First Descendant Gameplay with Friends

Once in a party, you and your friends will enter the same zones and complete missions together. Here are some key points:

  • Loot: Loot is individual for each player, but you will receive drops from enemies your party members defeat.
  • Enemy Scaling: Enemies scale in difficulty with the size of your party, making team coordination crucial, especially in Void Intercept battles.

TFD Play with Friends

The First Descendant’s multiplayer features make it easy and fun to play with friends. Whether you’re tackling tough bosses or farming for gear, teaming up enhances the experience. Follow the steps outlined in this guide to add and invite friends, ensuring a seamless cooperative adventure.