Underplayed Gems

RIFT (2011)

RIFT cover
Developer
gamigo US Inc.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Free To Play
Rating
3.7 of 5, 11,610 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 21 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A classic MMORPG with persistent world events and flexible class customization, offering a mix of cooperative and competitive play.

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What players say

Players are split: long-time fans lament a steep decline after the free-to-play switch and Gamigo's takeover, pointing to end-game gear sold on the cash shop. Newer players often cite account registration bugs and a dense, aggressive enemy spawn that makes questing frustrating.

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