NEXON has officially revealed that The First Descendant x Neon Genesis Evangelion collaboration will launch on June 18 2026 across PlayStation, Xbox and PC. It is one of the game’s boldest crossovers yet, merging its high‑speed looter‑shooter combat with the unmistakable style of one of anime’s most influential franchises.
Eva‑Inspired Suits Hit the Battlefield
The new trailer showcases Bunny, Valby and Gley tearing through enemies while wearing cosmetic suits modeled after the iconic plugsuits of Asuka, Rei and Mari.
The footage jumps between chaotic firefights, a crimson sea straight out of Evangelion’s visual language and a massive showdown against one of the game’s towering Colossus bosses.
It is a crossover that feels surprisingly natural, blending The First Descendant’s sci‑fi tech and colossal threats with Evangelion’s signature apocalyptic flair.
Why This Collab Makes Perfect Sense
Even though The First Descendant is built around gunplay and co‑op boss battles rather than giant mechs, its world shares plenty of DNA with Evangelion.
The sleek tech, the scale of its enemies and the looming sense of humanity fighting overwhelming odds all echo the anime’s tone.
This might be the most thematically aligned collaboration the game has pulled off so far.
A Quick Look Back at The First Descendant
Released in 2024, The First Descendant is a free‑to‑play third‑person co‑op action RPG where players become Descendants, warriors defending the continent of Ingris from invading forces.
The game mixes:
- Character progression
- Loot‑driven equipment systems
- Four‑player co‑op missions
- Large‑scale boss encounters
Each Descendant brings unique abilities and combat styles, letting players mix movement skills, firearms and special powers to tackle increasingly demanding challenges.
Endgame progression revolves around grinding for new weapons, upgrades and gear through co‑op battles against massive enemies.
A Collaboration Built for Spectacle
With Evangelion’s iconic visuals layered onto The First Descendant’s explosive combat, this crossover is shaping up to be a standout moment for the game’s community.
June 18 is looking like a big day for both Descendants and Eva fans.