Khazan Update Slightly Simplifies Gameplay

The game’s initial balance update for The First Berserker: Khazan has brought some significant changes, making the Easy difficulty setting even more beginner-friendly. Now, players will find themselves dealing more damage while taking less harm to both health and stamina in this mode. Alongside these adjustments, the March 27 patch has also made modifications to several weapon skills and adjusted the difficulty level of various bosses, with some receiving buffs and others being nerfed.

The First Berserker: Khazan, a new soulslike game with striking cel-shaded graphics and a combat system that keeps you on your toes, is the brainchild of South Korean game studio Neople and is brought to players by Nexon. This game aims to encapsulate the challenging essence of its genre but also accommodates players with an Easy mode. If you find yourself perishing thrice, you’ll be prompted to switch to this more forgiving difficulty; however, opting in means you can’t revert back to Normal in the same session.

Shortly before its launch, The First Berserker: Khazan received this tuning update early on March 27. The update makes the Easy difficulty far more approachable by upping Khazan’s attack power and decreasing his susceptibility to damage. However, Neople hasn’t specified the full extent of these changes, leaving some questions about their true impact.

The manageable adjustments to health and stamina damage are especially beneficial for players who prefer a Guard-based strategy. While executing Guards used to deplete your stamina significantly, these tweaks make block maneuvers more viable without needing as much precision as dodges, which typically consumed less stamina.

These refinements come in response to player feedback, as Creative Director Junho Lee reflects. Although designed to be accessible, some moments in The First Berserker: Khazan still posed substantial hurdles, even on Easy mode. The goal was always to cater to gamers of all abilities while still delivering the challenging experience the genre is known for.

Alongside the difficulty adjustments, the update has enhanced the Greatsword’s Brutal Attack ability and increased the stamina and Spirit requirements for the Spear’s Phantom: Heatwave skill. Several bosses, such as those in Skoffa Cave and the Great Temple, have been intensified, adding more variety to the encounter experience. This first-day patch is recognized as version 495103 on Steam, 01.002.028 on the PS5, and 1.1.2.28 on Xbox Series X/S.

For a further deep dive into patch details, players can find the updates in The First Berserker: Khazan’s patch notes. Staying updated with these patches ensures a smoother gaming experience. The update schedule kicked off globally on March 27, 2025, at 8:00 AM UTC across Steam, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S platforms.

If you’re eager for smoother, bug-free gameplay, the update includes several crash fixes and other bug patches aimed at improving game stability and performance. Players experiencing ongoing technical issues are advised to contact Player Support for direct assistance, with detailed instructions provided for sending log and save files to aid the support team. This holistic approach aims to tackle any lingering technical snags while keeping the game accessible and enjoyable for everyone.