The First Berserker: Khazan

The First Berserker: Khazan

Released Mar 2025

The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.

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Evaluation

The First Berserker: Khazan launched on March 27, 2025 and has been actively updated by developer Neople ever since. On launch day, Creative Director Junho Lee published a Dev Note outlining the first balance patch and promising a free content update by May 2025. That promise was fulfilled on May 15, 2025, when the "Ultimate Challenge" update shipped, adding two new Boss Rush modes (Great General's Crucible and Berserker's Bloodshed) with exclusive gear rewards. A June 26, 2025 patch then delivered a major overhaul of the difficulty system — adding new "Beginner" and "Hardcore" difficulty settings, renaming existing tiers, and introducing Skill and Gear Preset systems — alongside a thank-you gift (Khazan (F) alternate character) for launch-window players. Hotfix and bug-fix patches continued through August 2025. As recently as April 1, 2026, the developer shipped a 1st Anniversary Gift patch distributing a new cosmetic armor and weapon set to all owners. The June 2025 Dev Note also previewed several systems still under development at that time, including a Gear Tier Upgrade System, Weapon Scaling Adjustment System, and Lacrima of Circulation sales. The developer has maintained consistent, engaged communication throughout — every major patch has been accompanied by detailed Dev Notes from the Creative Director. No statement has been made indicating development is winding down or complete.
Evidence
1st Anniversary patch distributed a new 'Immortal Fury' armor and weapon set to all owners, demonstrating the developer is still actively supporting the game over a year after launch.
news post · Apr 1, 2026 source content shipped
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June 26 patch ships the difficulty overhaul (Beginner and Hardcore modes), Skill/Gear Preset systems, Khazan (F) alternate character DLC as a thank-you gift, and balance improvements.
news post · Jun 26, 2025 source content shipped
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Content

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Details

Developer
Publisher
NEXON
Achievements
57
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

[About this Game Section]

Experience the brutal action of The First Berserker: Khazan, a hardcore Action RPG adventure set 800 years before the events of the Dungeon Fighter Online (DNF) Universe. You will experience the vast universe and journey to the continent of Arad and discover the untold story of General Khazan. Master deep and immersive combat mechanics while you engage in strategic battles against a diverse array of foes and bosses. Will you embrace the path of the First Berserker and embark on Khazan's path of revenge?

[BERSERKER BARRAGE]

Unlock a variety of unique skills by utilizing Skill Points, unleash Khazan’s inner berserker and harness his full potential in battle. Want to change things up? Reset and respec Khazan’s skills at any time and from anywhere. Find the ultimate attack combo or improve your survivability during intense boss encounters by stacking various skills.

[EMBRACE DEATH/BATTLE-HARDENED GENERAL]

Don’t let death hold you back! For Khazan, falling in battle is one step on the path towards revenge. Return to the place where Khazan was defeated to recover lost Lacrima to regain experience to continue leveling up. Focus on mastering combat, instead of grinding! Forge ahead in your quest, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead.

[GEAR UP, FIGHT ON!]

Collect an armory of weapons and gear on Khazan's quest for revenge. Equip a complete set of gear to unlock unique attributes and skills that can turn the tide of battle or mix and match different sets to create a personalized loadout that perfectly aligns with your playstyle.

[LEGENDARY BOSSES]

Khazan engages in unforgettable boss battles, where each foe presents distinct attack patterns, exploitable weaknesses, and unique abilities. These battles require strategic thinking, precise timing, and a deep understanding of the combat system, encouraging players to adapt and learn quickly. By mastering Khazan's versatile weapons and skills, players can effectively customize their tactics to conquer various boss types and navigate diverse combat scenarios.

[ANIME MEETS AAA]

The First Berserker: Khazan’s striking 3D cel-shaded graphics bring the world of Arad to life with the vibrant look of animated films. The essence of the Dungeon and Fighter Universe is captured and reimagined with a unique blend of bold, cel-shaded art and realistic textures, creating an immersive visual experience.

[TOMORROW NEVER DIES]

The journey continues after your first playthrough! Unlock the Ultimate Challenge along with New Game+, hone your skills and continue your path to mastery. Battle against Khazan’s formidable bosses in two modes – Great General’s Crucible and Berserker’s Bloodshed. In the Ultimate Challenge, your stats and equipment are reset, and in each mode you will experience a new progression system. Fight against a gauntlet of themed boss groups in the Great General’s Crucible or take on all 16 bosses in a row in Berserker’s Bloodshed to become a true champion. Claim battle tokens to earn special gears, powerful new weapons, and the ultimate badge of honor to be amongst the best of the best!

Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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