Khazan: Unveiling the First Berserker

Stay updated with the latest developments in the upcoming action soulslike RPG, The First Berserker: Khazan, featuring the iconic Khazan from the DNF universe. Dive into the recent news and developments below!

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The First Berserker Khazan News

2025

May 9

⚫︎ Nexon and Neople have exciting news for The First Berserker: Khazan fans: a major update is set to launch on May 15, introducing two new boss rush modes under the Ultimate Challenge banner. This update promises to intensify the gameplay experience. Additionally, a subsequent update slated for late May to early June will include enhancements to the game's Phantom Form Mode, making it even more thrilling.

Read more: The First Berserker: Khazan ‘Ultimate Challenge’ update launches May 15 (Game Rant)

March 27

⚫︎ Attention, players of The First Berserker: Khazan: Neople has identified a critical bug associated with the Primeval Regression Orb. Using the Orb while equipped with the pre-order "Hero's Weapon and Armor" set can lead to permanent stat loss. This bug can misrepresent stat values, alter upgrade costs with the Lacrima resource, and even drop stats below the minimum threshold of 10. Neople is diligently working on a fix and advises players to refrain from respecs until the issue is resolved.

Read more: First Berserker: Khazan Warns of Frustrating Bug (Game Rant)

March 24

⚫︎ Neople has rolled out a hotfix for the PC version of The First Berserker: Khazan to tackle a progression-halting bug impacting early access players. Reports of similar issues on PlayStation and Xbox have prompted Neople to announce that console fixes are on the way. In the meantime, a temporary workaround involves reloading the game to recover save data, though potential progress loss is still under review.

Read more: The First Berserker: Khazan Releases New Update for Early Access Version (Game Rant)

March 12

⚫︎ Exciting news for fans of The First Berserker: Khazan—developer Neople has announced that the game has gone gold, signifying the completion of development and readiness for its scheduled launch on March 27.

Read more: The First Berserker: Khazan Has Gone Gold (Game Rant)

February 26

⚫︎ As The First Berserker: Khazan gears up for its release next month, the game has unveiled a detailed look at several of its intense boss fights. Initially showcased at The Game Awards 2023, this Soulslike continues to captivate audiences with its unique style and challenging combat, keeping the hype alive through continuous updates and trailers.

Read more: The First Berzerker: Khazan Shows Off Boss Fights (Game Rant)

February 25

⚫︎ Nexon has confirmed that The First Berserker: Khazan will be featured during Steam Next Fest, running from February 24 to March 3, 2025. The demo includes Mission 1: Mount Heinmach and Mission 2: Stormpass, mirroring the previously released demo available post-event. Players can also pre-order the Standard and Deluxe Editions on Steam until March 27, unlocking exclusive bonuses. Early access kicks off on March 24, with the official launch set for March 27, 2025.

Read more: Meet The First Berserker: Khazan in Steam Next Fest (Steam)

January 27

⚫︎ Nexon has broadened access to the previously demo-exclusive trailer for The First Berserker: Khazan, allowing a wider audience to experience the game's thrilling action. Originally available only to those who completed the demo, which debuted on January 16 and soared to the top of Steam's demo charts, this trailer offers an enticing glimpse into the RPG.

Read more: The First Berserker: Khazan demo-exclusive trailer released (GodisAGeek)

January 19

⚫︎ Samsung Electronics has teamed up with Nexon Korea and developer Neople to enhance the gaming experience in The First Berserker: Khazan. This partnership harnesses Samsung's cutting-edge Odyssey 3D monitor technology to provide unparalleled 3D visuals, promising an immersive adventure for players.

Read more: Samsung Partners With Nexon To Deliver Unparalleled 3D Gaming Experience With ‘The First Berserker: Khazan’ (Samsung)

January 17

⚫︎ Neople has launched the demo for The First Berserker: Khazan on all platforms, offering a taste of the game before its full release on March 27, 2025. The 30GB demo features two missions—Mount Heinmach and Stormpass—and provides three to four hours of gameplay. Best of all, progress made in the demo can be seamlessly transferred to the full game upon purchase.

Read more: The First Berserker: Khazan Demo Out Now; PC Requirements Revealed (WCCFTech)

2024

December 12

⚫︎ Mark your calendars! Nexon and Neople have officially announced that The First Berserker: Khazan will hit the shelves on March 27, 2025. Available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, the game promises an exhilarating adventure. A playable demo will be available starting January 16, 2025, giving fans an early taste of the action.

Read more: The First Berserker: Khazan launches March 27, 2025 (Gematsu)