GameDoes The First Descendant have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Yes — kernel-level anti-cheat
The First Descendant declares NGS (Nexon Game Security) on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
From the requirements on the Steam store page, checked Oct 28, 2026.
What the store page says you sign up for
| Anti-cheat | NGS (Nexon Game Security) (kernel-level) |
|---|---|
| EULA | Requires agreeing to a third-party EULA |
FAQ
Does The First Descendant have kernel-level anti-cheat?
The First Descendant declares NGS (Nexon Game Security) on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
Does The First Descendant require a third-party account?
No third-party account is listed on The First Descendant's Steam page.
Does The First Descendant use DRM like Denuvo?
No third-party DRM is listed on The First Descendant's Steam page. Steam's own DRM may still apply.
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