Riftforge is finally fully operational. We are starting to send activation emails to the playtesters who have signed up first!

Although Riftforge is open, it is still being tweaked heavily, so expect that only a limited number of people will get access to our development server (EU only). Once we move to our live US/EU servers, you can expect thousands more to join us.

Playtest objectives

Riftforge playtest objectives are two and we expect your feedback on both:

• Collect balancing data on Guardians, Raiders, and Rangers
• Improve the interface and overall interaction with the game

Riftstalker Bonedemon and minion

The vast majority of known Riftstalkers are extremely aggressive psychopomps.

OK, what’s a Psychopomps?

Psychopomp means “soul conductor”. Among its many powers is the ability to search for lost souls, find them and guide them home. Not all psychopomps are benevolent and Riftstalkers definitely fall into this second, extremely-dangerous variety.

Riftforge is a unique structure that creates a temporary path between dimensions. The path goes through the barren space that exists between the dimensions.

In true Lovecraftian tradition, ancient cosmic horrors lie in this space. Passing through it, Riftforge commanders can surprise the numerically-superior indigenous Manirak forces. The downside is that Riftstalkers lurk in this no man’s land, looking for passing souls. Read more »

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Describe Riftforge in terms of genre

Riftforge is a squad-level, tactical MMORPG (technically, it's a PBBG). You’ll discover that the combat is a modern take on such classics as X-Com, Fallout, Jagged Alliance on the PC and the various Japanese tactical RPGs for consoles.

In terms of character progression, you’ll find many parallels to traditional RPG game systems like Neverwinter Nights). Skill and talent trees will also be familiar to you, if you've played Blizzard's Diablo series or World of Warcraft. Read more »