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RIFTSTORM Alpha Playtest is Now LIVE!

Hello everyone, The wait is over, our RIFTSTORM Alpha Playtest is now live, and you can try the game for free from 16 - 30 October, 2024 (PT). https://store.steampowered.

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changedhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/3212570/RIFTSTORM_Alpha_Demo
changedPeer into the DarknessThis Alpha version of the game aims to address one of your biggest concerns from our previous playtests: thematic immersion. A lot of you loved our game, but didn't quite get what your role is in our world or what the Mythic Protocol is. This time around, we've reworked our tutorial system to throw players into the deep dark underbelly of the secretive organization.
changedNew environments, new weapons, new systemsWe've also implemented our overhauled Dungeon System 2.0, that allows for greater map design flexibility and more interactive actions in our maps, alongside our updated Loot and Crafting systems in the game. Based on your feedback, we've expanded the armory inventory and provided universal access to it across all characters. We hope that these changes help to improve the loot grind and allow you to refine your builds with your idea weapons for each character.
changedGet competitiveBy popular demand, leaderboards are also back in this playtest though we are focusing the challenges a bit more this time around. If you're the competitive type, we will be hosting timed-runs for the leaderboard and endurance runs for the Challenge Tower.
changedGet competitiveEach floor you conquer in the Challenge Tower brings you closer to the top, unlocking exclusive in-game items and more.
addedGet competitiveWe can’t wait for you to play RIFTSTORM and experience all the new features we’ve prepared for you. Make sure to download the demo today to experience RIFTSTORM.

RIFTSTORM changes

changedhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/3212570/RIFTSTORM_Alpha_Demo
changedThis Alpha version of the game aims to address one of your biggest concerns from our previous playtests: thematic immersion. A lot of you loved our game, but didn't quite get what your role is in our world or what the Mythic Protocol is. This time around, we've reworked our tutorial system to throw players into the deep dark underbelly of the secretive organization.
changedWe've also implemented our overhauled Dungeon System 2.0, that allows for greater map design flexibility and more interactive actions in our maps, alongside our updated Loot and Crafting systems in the game. Based on your feedback, we've expanded the armory inventory and provided universal access to it across all characters. We hope that these changes help to improve the loot grind and allow you to refine your builds with your idea weapons for each character.
changedBy popular demand, leaderboards are also back in this playtest though we are focusing the challenges a bit more this time around. If you're the competitive type, we will be hosting timed-runs for the leaderboard and endurance runs for the Challenge Tower.
changedEach floor you conquer in the Challenge Tower brings you closer to the top, unlocking exclusive in-game items and more.

The wait is over, our RIFTSTORM Alpha Playtest is now live, and you can try the game for free from 16 - 30 October, 2024 (PT).

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3212570/RIFTSTORM_Alpha_Demo

After two playtests and two years in production, RIFTSTORM is now officially in Alpha, and we owe a massive thanks to all of you who have been testing the game with us.

Peer into the Darkness

This Alpha version of the game aims to address one of your biggest concerns from our previous playtests: thematic immersion. A lot of you loved our game, but didn't quite get what your role is in our world or what the Mythic Protocol is. This time around, we've reworked our tutorial system to throw players into the deep dark underbelly of the secretive organization.

New environments, new weapons, new systems

We've also implemented our overhauled Dungeon System 2.0, that allows for greater map design flexibility and more interactive actions in our maps, alongside our updated Loot and Crafting systems in the game. Based on your feedback, we've expanded the armory inventory and provided universal access to it across all characters. We hope that these changes help to improve the loot grind and allow you to refine your builds with your idea weapons for each character.

Get competitive

By popular demand, leaderboards are also back in this playtest though we are focusing the challenges a bit more this time around. If you're the competitive type, we will be hosting timed-runs for the leaderboard and endurance runs for the Challenge Tower.

Each floor you conquer in the Challenge Tower brings you closer to the top, unlocking exclusive in-game items and more.

Daily standings will be shared on our website and across our social channels. Be sure to check out where you stand one our leaderboard page.

We hope you will have a great time with this build, and if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, media, and other announements please follow us on across our social channels.

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We can’t wait for you to play RIFTSTORM and experience all the new features we’ve prepared for you. Make sure to download the demo today to experience RIFTSTORM.

Enjoy the playtest and good luck to tackling the missions🫡

Warmly, Fayi and The RIFTSTORM team

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