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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 8.1 Processeur : Intel i5 gen 2 or AMD Bulldozer {4 cores) Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 750 2GB or AMD R7 265 2GB DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 12 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX compatible sound card Notes supplémentaires : The recommended hardware spec. is required for hosting online games.

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i7 gen 2 or AMD Ryzen Mémoire vive : 12 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia RTX 2080 8GB or AMD Radeon 6800 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 12 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX compatible sound card

The Riftbreaker

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Released October 14, 2021
sample: 491 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
88/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 90 % · 24,394 reviews (« Very Positive »)
29,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Most players who dive into The Riftbreaker end up spending more than 25 hours, with 294 mentions in the >25 h bucket. The game carries a Very Positive Steam rating – 90 % of the 24,394 total reviews are positive, and post‑release sentiment stays strong at 88 % positive.

In-game

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« Bon jeu. L'histoire laisse un peu à désirer, mais le mix de différents genres (principalement RTS et Tower Defense) et les mécaniques rendent le jeu incroyablement amusant et addictif. Je le recommande. »
👍 anonymous review · 179 h played
« Très bonne surprise, jeu complet et addictif »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Like Pacific Rim, but better :) »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played
« Très bonne surprise, jeu très complet, bien pensé, agréable, limite infini si vous le voulez, full upgrade full stuff, bases autonomes franchement top du top »
👍 anonymous review · 84 h played
« Un peu gourmant niveau perf mais un pur bonheur a jouer »
👍 anonymous review · 33 h played
« J'ai du me forcer a arreter de jouer XD »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Le jeu serais bien si c'était encore en état de early acces sauf que là c'est le jeu complet. »
👎 anonymous review · 22 h played
« Not being able to play with my friends because they don't all have the DLC, Shame on you »
👎 anonymous review · 27 h played
« Incapable d'y jouer plus de 30 minutes, on s'ennuie vraiment trop dans ce jeu. Tout me semble générique... »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Good game but... the graphics are old school and there are too many bugs. I just waste a +20h campaign twice. »
👎 anonymous review · 63 h played
« I cannot play this game. I always lose. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« a plusieur c'est mieux je suis solo »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played

In players' words

« Bon jeu. L'histoire laisse un peu à désirer, mais le mix de différents genres (principalement RTS et Tower Defense) et les mécaniques rendent le jeu incroyablement amusant et addictif. Je le recommande. »
👍 anonymous review · 179 h played
« Le jeu serais bien si c'était encore en état de early acces sauf que là c'est le jeu complet. »
👎 anonymous review · 22 h played
« Très bonne surprise, jeu complet et addictif »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« Not being able to play with my friends because they don't all have the DLC, Shame on you »
👎 anonymous review · 27 h played
« Like Pacific Rim, but better :) »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played
« Incapable d'y jouer plus de 30 minutes, on s'ennuie vraiment trop dans ce jeu. Tout me semble générique... »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Très bonne surprise, jeu très complet, bien pensé, agréable, limite infini si vous le voulez, full upgrade full stuff, bases autonomes franchement top du top »
👍 anonymous review · 84 h played
« Good game but... the graphics are old school and there are too many bugs. I just waste a +20h campaign twice. »
👎 anonymous review · 63 h played
« Un peu gourmant niveau perf mais un pur bonheur a jouer »
👍 anonymous review · 33 h played
« I cannot play this game. I always lose. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« J'ai du me forcer a arreter de jouer XD »
👍 anonymous review · 14 h played
« a plusieur c'est mieux je suis solo »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
83 % pos · n=159
Content / longevity
84 % pos · n=37
Multiplayer
83 % pos · n=23
Story / writing
22 % pos · n=18
Performance
38 % pos · n=16
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=14
Interface / UX
30 % pos · n=10
Stability / bugs
33 % pos · n=9
Audio / music
29 % pos · n=7
Value for money
40 % pos · n=5
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1591321116
Content / longevity373106
Multiplayer231904
Story / writing184113
Performance16619
Graphics / art141400
Interface / UX10316
Stability / bugs9306
Audio / music7205
Value for money5221

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 40 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.2 h.

<2h
47 % (n=17)
2-10h
67 % (n=66)
10-25h
91 % (n=114)
>25h
95 % (n=294)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2026 : 93% positive93MarJun 2026 : 87% positive87JunJul 2026 : 87% positive87Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€5.84€12.66€19.49€26.31€33.1420222023202420252026€8.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 14, 2021 · All-time low: €8.99 (Jun 11, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 54 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 17,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay leads the praise: 132 positive mentions out of 159 total.
  • Graphics receive unanimous approval: 14 positive mentions out of 14.
  • Content depth is celebrated: 31 positive mentions out of 37.
  • Co‑op multiplayer is well‑received: 19 positive mentions out of 23.

Weaknesses

  • Performance struggles appear frequently: only 6 positive mentions out of 16, with 9 negative.
  • Storytelling is a weak spot: 4 positive mentions out of 18, while 13 are negative.
  • Audio quality draws criticism: 2 positive mentions out of 7, with 5 negative.
  • Technical bugs are noted: 3 positive mentions out of 9, with 6 negative.

Who is it for?

Fans of hybrid base‑building action RPGs who enjoy cooperative play will find plenty to love. Players who prioritize narrative depth or flawless performance may need to temper their expectations.

Is The Riftbreaker worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 90% of 24,394 Steam reviews are positive (player score 88/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay leads the praise. Current price: 29,99€.

Verdict

The Riftbreaker delivers an engaging blend of combat and construction that resonates with the majority of its community, as reflected by its high Steam approval. While its visuals and gameplay loops shine, performance hiccups, a thin story, and occasional audio issues keep it from being a flawless experience. Overall, it stands as a strong indie offering for players seeking a fun, cooperative, and replayable adventure.

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