Berserker Nerfs Make Early Game Easier

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Today, Developer Neople and Publisher Nexon unveil “The First Berserker: Khazan”. This hardcore action RPG is positioned 800 years before the chronology of the Dungeon Fighter Online (DNF) universe. Similar to many game debuts, the developer’s newest title is being updated with a day-one patch to correct some glitches and modify various aspects for balance. Some of these modifications make the game’s introductory phase more approachable for players as they navigate the challenging soulslike experience, while others increase the difficulty in the later stages of today’s release.

In the latest version of “The First Berserker: Khazan“, there’s a significant adjustment concerning Viper, an initial boss in the game. According to Creative Director Junho Lee, this boss is often referred to as a “tough nut to crack” within the gaming community because it serves as a test of skills early on in the game. The main reason for this change was based on feedback from the community, with some players describing it as a “challenge on par with final bosses.” The developers discovered that the skill required to defeat Viper exceeded what players typically acquire during those initial stages of the game. Consequently, the difficulty of Viper’s first and second phases has been reduced.

Furthermore, the latest update for “The First Berserker: Khazan” addressed the Primeval Regression Bug that had been problematic for players utilizing the Hero’s Weapon and Armor Set. Consequently, users should no longer experience inconsistencies regarding stats and Lacrima (the stat upgrade currency) while using this item. Here are the comprehensive patch notes for Neople’s new action RPG.

The First Berserker: Khazan Day One Patch Notes

Platforms: STEAM®, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S
Update Schedule: March 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM (UTC)

Update Versions:

– STEAM®: Ver. 495103
– PlayStation®5: Ver. 01.002.028
– Xbox Series X|S: Ver. 1.1.2.28

[Error Fixes]

Resolved Crash Problems:

– Rectified an issue causing a crash during repeated attempts against Viper in Embars.
– Corrected a recurring crash issue related to viewing item tooltips.
– Rectified a recurring crash issue linked with the spawning or destruction of destructible objects.

2. Resolving Bugs

– Corrected a problem where total stats would decrease when using the Primeval Regression Orb while wearing the Hero’s Weapon and Armor set.
– For more specific details, please check out the [Known Issues – March 26] post.

[Game Difficulty Adjustments]

(Easy Difficulty) Amplified Boosts for Khazan:

– We’ve boosted the effect of the enhancement applied to Khazan.
– Reducing the game challenge will offer a smoother gaming adventure now.

2. (Easier-Intermediate Level) Slight Adjustments to Boss Monster Equilibrium

This change aims to fine-tune the balance of the listed boss monsters.

▮ Boss monsters with lowered difficulty (nerf):
– Viper: Phase 1 and 2
– Maluca

These are some challenging boss characters that have been enhanced (buffed):

* Please remember, specific boss names are kept secret to enhance your gaming experience.
* The boss from Skoffa Cave
* The boss from Linon Mine
* The boss from Rephalan
* The boss from Rovelion
* The boss from Vitalon
* The first and second phases of the boss from the Great Temple

(Note: ‘Boss’ refers to a powerful enemy character in a video game, and ‘buff’ means an increase in their strength or abilities.)

3. Skill Balance Adjustments

Greatsword – Powerful Strike ability inflicts higher damage on opponents.

Spear – Phantom: Blaze ability requires more Spirit and Defense Stamina.

Please also check our Dev Note for more details on the balance adjustments!

[Additional Notes]

I’m currently looking into a problem where some specific graphics card drivers aren’t playing nice with DirectX 12 settings, which is leading to the game crashing. I’m really sorry for any trouble this might be causing you.

If you’re encountering trouble while starting the game or saving your progress, feel free to contact our Player Support directly for a one-on-one assistance. Sharing your log and saved game files with us will aid us in providing more effective help.

Instructions for Sharing Log Files
Follow these steps below to examine log files on your computer:
1. Simultaneously press Windows key and R to launch the Run window.
2. Type in “%LOCALAPPDATA%\BBQ\Saved\Logs” and hit enter.
3. Look for a folder labeled with numbers, then package it into a .zip file.
This should help users understand the process more clearly on how to locate and compress their log files.

1. Press the Windows key and R at the same time to open the Run dialog box.

2. Type in “%LOCALAPPDATA%\The First Berserker Khazan\Saved\SaveGames” and press Enter on your keyboard.

3. Locate a folder with a name that consists of numbers, then right-click on it and choose “Send to > Compressed (zipped) folder”.

4. The selected folder will now be compressed into a .zip file in the same location.

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2025-03-27 17:44