The First Descendant Update 1.117 Patch Notes (v1.3.24)

The First Descendant update 1.117 (v1.3.24) is available to download on PS5 PC and Xbox. According to the First Descendant 1.117.000 patch notes, the latest update improves visibility and usability with clearer module data and refined camera behavior, while boosting research efficiency through event bonuses. Apart from this, today’s TFD patch 1.117 also addresses multiple gameplay access issues, UI controls, and cosmetic display problems to deliver a more stable and polished experience.

The First Descendant 1.117.000 Patch Notes – April 2, 2026

Content Improvements

UI and UX

• Ancestors Module tooltips now display the original value of each option.
• Feature supports updated tier evaluation standards for Ancestors Modules.
• Original value display can be enabled through Gameplay settings under Display Option Range.
• Trade Market and Companion App support for original values activated on April 2, 2026.
• Items listed before April 2 must be registered again to show original values in the Trade Market.

Miscellaneous Adjustments

• Research Acceleration effect for Void Erosion Purge: Normal Stage 10 increased from 100 seconds to 150 seconds.
• Sprint camera for ranged weapons and default camera for melee weapons refined.
• Camera moved closer to the character with a wider field of view.
• Character positioning shifted slightly left of center during sprinting.

Events

Accelerate Research Week

• Accelerate Research Week event has returned.
• Completing designated content speeds up all active research tasks.
• Acceleration values vary by activity and can be reviewed in-game.
• Research speed bonuses double from Friday through Sunday each week during the event.
• Effects stack with Dimensional Breach Stabilization bonuses.
• Canceling research removes any applied acceleration benefits.
• Event duration runs from April 2, 2026, after maintenance, through April 15, 2026, at 23:59 PDT.

Bug Fixes

Equipment and Modules

• Resolved an issue where stat change colors displayed incorrectly for Incoming Damage Modifier modules.

Content

• Restored Void Erosion Challenge Stage 1 to the Accelerate Research activity list.
• Fixed unintended access to Challenge difficulty through the Library when only Normal difficulty was unlocked.

UI and UX

• Corrected an issue preventing Zone Map movement using hold-and-drag controls while tooltips were visible.

Miscellaneous Fixes

• Fixed duplicate skin display when previewing the 2025 Skin Contest Bundle.
• Corrected visual issues affecting the Project: Snow Rabbit body skins in the lobby.
• Resolved unintended character poses while falling from a hoverbike.
• Fixed paint customization limitations on the Exo Knight Head Skin for Keelan.
• Corrected paint application problems on the Gilded Death Blossom skins for Gley and Sharen.
• Fixed incorrect text appearing on the Dance Night body skin for Serena.

Recently, a major The First Descendant update 1.112 resolved various issues including a bug where party members cannot join mid-session. Unfortunately, players have been facing various server issues with the game. Today’s TFD patch 1.117 will address a few of these errors.

Download free The First Descendant update 1.117 for PS4, PS5, PC and Xbox One.