The Riftbreaker is an action game available on PlayStation 5, where players assume the role of Captain Ashley S. Nowak, an elite scientist and commando equipped with a powerful Mecha-Suit named "Mr. Riggs." The game invites players to embark on an adventurous journey to the distant planet Galatea 37, focusing on base construction, resource extraction, and combat against alien creatures. The campaign offers a rich experience across various biomes, allowing players to research alien lifeforms while managing multiple bases and technologies.

In addition to the main campaign, The Riftbreaker features a Survival mode that presents randomized missions with increasing difficulty, enhancing replayability. For those preferring a more relaxed experience, the Sandbox mode provides full control over game settings, including resources and enemy spawns. Players can customize their gameplay to match their preferred style, making it suitable for both strategy enthusiasts and casual gamers alike.