The eagerly anticipated release of The First Descendant is just around the corner! To ensure you’re ready to dive into the action the moment it launches, the pre-download will be available 48 hours before the official release. Here’s everything you need to know about the pre-download schedule and detailed instructions on how to download the client for various platforms.
Pre-Download Schedule
The pre-download window for The First Descendant will be open from June 30, 2024, at 00:00 PDT to July 1, 2024, at 23:59 PDT. To help you plan accordingly, here’s a chart showing when you can start pre-downloading the client in different major time zones:
| Time Zone | Pre-Download Start Time | Pre-Download End Time |
|---|---|---|
| PDT (Los Angeles) | June 30, 2024, 00:00 | July 1, 2024, 23:59 |
| MDT (Denver) | June 30, 2024, 01:00 | July 2, 2024, 00:59 |
| CDT (Chicago) | June 30, 2024, 02:00 | July 2, 2024, 01:59 |
| EDT (New York) | June 30, 2024, 03:00 | July 2, 2024, 02:59 |
| BST (London) | June 30, 2024, 08:00 | July 2, 2024, 07:59 |
| CEST (Berlin) | June 30, 2024, 09:00 | July 2, 2024, 08:59 |
| MSK (Moscow) | June 30, 2024, 10:00 | July 2, 2024, 09:59 |
| IST (Delhi) | June 30, 2024, 12:30 | July 2, 2024, 12:29 |
| CST (Beijing) | June 30, 2024, 15:00 | July 2, 2024, 14:59 |
| JST (Tokyo) | June 30, 2024, 16:00 | July 2, 2024, 15:59 |
| AEST (Sydney) | June 30, 2024, 17:00 | July 2, 2024, 16:59 |
How to Download the Client
From Steam
- Launch Steam: Open the Steam application on your PC.
- Log In: Ensure you are logged into your Steam account.
- Search for The First Descendant: Use the search bar at the top to find the game.
- Open Game Page: Click on The First Descendant from the search results to open its store page.
- Pre-Download: If pre-download is available, you will see a button that says “Pre-Load” or “Install”. Click it.
- Download: The download will begin. Ensure you have sufficient disk space and a stable internet connection.
From PS5 / PS4
- Open PlayStation Store: On your PS5/PS4, navigate to the PlayStation Store.
- Search for The First Descendant: Use the search function to find the game.
- Select the Game: Click on the game to open its page.
- Pre-Download: If the pre-download is available, you will see an option to “Pre-Load” or “Download”. Click it.
- Download: The game will begin downloading. Ensure your console is connected to the internet and has enough free space.
From Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
- Open Microsoft Store: On your Xbox console, navigate to the Microsoft Store.
- Search for The First Descendant: Use the search bar to find the game.
- Select the Game: Click on the game to open its store page.
- Pre-Download: If pre-download is available, you will see an option to “Pre-Load” or “Install”. Select it.
- Download: The game will start downloading. Make sure your console is online and has sufficient storage space.
Get ready to explore the captivating world of The First Descendant! Ensure your system is prepared and you have ample space for the download. Happy gaming!
