What changed in RIFT in 2015
135 updates · 65 main milestones · Feb 7, 2015 to Dec 11, 2015
- 10 eventsImproved Sparkle Questnew content
The Sparkle Quest has been updated and improved for the Fae Yule event.
SteamNew Instant Adventures in Iron Pike Peaksnew contentBrand new Instant Adventures available in Iron Pike Peaks for players to enjoy.
SteamTraditional Fae Yule Quests and Zone Eventsnew contentAll the traditional Fae Yule Quests and zone events are available for players.
SteamTraditional Fae Yule Quests and Zone Eventsnew contentAll the traditional Fae Yule Quests and zone events are back for players to enjoy.
SteamImproved Sparkle Questnew contentThe Sparkle Quest has been updated and improved for this year's event.
SteamNew Minion Quest Linenew contentA whole new Minion quest line introduced for players to explore.
SteamFae Yule Event Launchseasonal eventFae Yule runs through January 6th, featuring winter sledding, gifts, and combat against evil forces.
SteamNew Instant Adventures in Iron Pike Peaksnew contentIntroduction of brand new Instant Adventures in the Iron Pike Peaks area.
SteamFae Yule Event Beginsseasonal eventFae Yule runs through January 6th, featuring winter sledding, gifts, and battles against evil.
SteamNew Minion Quest Linenew contentA whole new Minion quest line has been added for players to enjoy.
Steam - 23 eventsFae Yule Celebration Launchseasonal eventMilestone
Fae Yule Celebration runs from December 10th through January 6th.
SteamPvP Updates with Streamlined Questsbalance changeQuests made easier with new rewards, including Warmonger’s Weapons and upgraded Frenetic Armor.
SteamHoliday Minion Missionsnew contentNew Holiday Minion missions available, including Minion Card: Grish.
SteamDormant Fae Yule Giftsnew contentFinal boss in level 65 Expert Dungeons drops Dormant Fae Yule Gifts.
SteamNew Everfrost Gorgetsnew contentMilestonePowerful neckpieces available during Fae Yule for Unique Snowflakes or Credits.
SteamInstant Adventure in Iron Pine Peaksnew contentQueue for an Instant Adventure to restore Fae Yule.
SteamDormant Fae Yule Giftsnew contentFinal boss in level 65 Expert Dungeons drops Dormant Fae Yule Gifts.
SteamNew Items on the RIFT StorestoreNew animated backpacks, Midnight Mink mount, and weapon skins available.
SteamSparkle Quest Returnsnew contentEarn powerful gear by completing various activities during Fae Yule.
SteamFae Yule Event Beginsseasonal eventThe Fae Yule seasonal event starts on December 10th, featuring new rewards and an Instant Adventure in Iron Pine Peak.
SteamSparkle Quest Returnsnew contentMilestoneEarn powerful gear by completing Expert Dungeons and other activities.
SteamUpdated Sparkle QuestgameplayThe Sparkle Quest has been revamped to make earning powerful gear easier and more rewarding.
SteamNew Affinity System Introducednew contentMilestonePatrons can earn rewards daily through the new Affinity system, including mounts and consumables.
SteamHoliday Minion Missionsnew contentNew Holiday Minion missions available, including Minion Card: Grish.
SteamInstant Adventure in Iron Pine Peaksnew contentQueue for an Instant Adventure to restore Fae Yule.
SteamFae Yule Quests and Zone Eventsnew contentTraditional quests for Fae Yule return, offering various rewards.
SteamPvP Updates and Rewardsbalance changeQuests made easier with new rewards, including Warmonger’s Weapons and upgraded Frenetic Armor.
SteamNew Items in RIFT StoreshopNew animated backpacks, Midnight Mink mount, and more available in the store.
SteamRedesigned Sparkle QuestgameplayThe Sparkle Quest has been revamped to make earning powerful gear easier and more rewarding.
SteamFae Yule Celebration Launchseasonal eventMilestoneFae Yule Celebration runs from December 10th through January 6th.
SteamNew Affinity System Introducednew contentPatrons can earn rewards daily through the new Affinity system, including mounts and consumables.
SteamFae Yule Event Beginsseasonal eventThe Fae Yule event starts on December 10th, featuring new rewards and an Instant Adventure in Iron Pine Peak.
SteamNew Achievements and Rewardsnew contentNew achievements and rewards including mounts and interactive items.
Steam - 12 eventsStan's Infra-cell Fishin' Polenew content
A new fishing pole that increases the chance of obtaining desired items.
SteamStan's Infra-cell Fishin' Polenew contentA new fishing pole that increases the chance of obtaining desired items.
SteamStreamlined PvP quest requirementsbalance changeReduced number of wins required for Guns for Hire to seven and kills in Conquest by 10%.
SteamNew Warmonger’s Armor and Weaponsbalance changeMilestoneNew tier of PvP gear with upgrades available through the RIFT store.
SteamNew Tarken Lifter Mountnew contentA new mount available through the Affinity system, described as a hovering platform of ice.
SteamNew Warmonger’s Armor and Weaponsbalance changeMilestoneNew tier of PvP gear available, with upgrades possible through specific accelerators.
SteamStreamlined PvP Questsbalance changeReduced number of wins required for Guns for Hire quests and decreased kill requirements in Conquest by 10%.
SteamIntroduction of the Affinity systemnew contentMilestonePatrons earn Affinity points for daily logins and gameplay, which can be spent on various rewards.
SteamIntroduction of Affinity Systemnew contentMilestonePatrons earn Affinity points for daily logins and gameplay, which can be spent on various rewards.
SteamNew Tarken Lifter mountnew contentA new mount available through the Affinity system, described as a hovering platform of ice.
Steam - 16 eventsReduced Kills for Conquest Taskgameplay
10% reduction in the number of kills needed to complete the weekly Conquest task.
SteamStreamlined PvP QuestsgameplayOnly seven Warfront wins required for the 'Guns for Hire' weekly mission.
SteamReduced Kills for Conquest Weekly Taskgameplay10% reduction in the number of kills required to complete the weekly task.
SteamAffinity System Introductionnew contentMilestoneNew bonus for Patrons granting affinity points for daily logins and playtime.
SteamImproved Wardrobe and Crafting Interfacesui uxEasier navigation in Wardrobe and Crafting interfaces.
SteamNew PvP Gear and Weaponsnew contentMilestoneEarn new Warmonger’s armor and epic weapons in exchange for Favor.
SteamImproved Wardrobe and Crafting Interfacesui uxEasier navigation in Wardrobe and Crafting interfaces.
SteamAffinity System Introductionnew contentMilestoneNew bonus for Patrons granting affinity points for daily logins and playtime.
SteamFae Yule Returns with New Itemsseasonal eventMilestoneNew Fae Yule backpacks and an Instant Adventure with Atrophinius and Greatfather Winter.
SteamNew PvP Gear and Weaponsnew contentMilestoneEarn new Warmonger’s armor and epic weapons in exchange for Favor.
SteamAll Mounts Can Now Become AquaticgameplaySteamFae Yule Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneNew items and an Instant Adventure featuring Atrophinius and Greatfather Winter.
SteamWeapon Effects Added to Wardrobe Systemnew contentCustomize your look with new weapon effects in the Wardrobe system.
SteamStreamlined PvP QuestsgameplayOnly seven Warfront wins required for the 'Guns for Hire' weekly mission.
Steam - 23 eventsContents of the Wilds Celebration Packnew content
Includes Seafoam Crabnarok Mount, Ascended Seal, Shalistiri Weapon Costume Pack, Trove of 160% Boosts, and 1 Million PA XP Crystallized Insight.
SteamNew dungeon and Warfrontnew contentMilestoneA new dungeon and Warfront have been introduced with the update.
SteamNew Warfront: Assault on Iron Tombnew contentMilestoneEngage in a new Warfront mode where teams loot or protect the tomb.
SteamNew Warfront Mode: Assault on Iron Tombnew contentMilestoneCompete against other players in a new Warfront mode focused on looting or protecting the tomb.
SteamIntroduction of the Primalist Callingnew contentMilestoneThe Primalist, the first-ever new Calling, is now available.
SteamNew Calling: Primalistnew contentMilestoneIntroducing the Primalist, a new Calling that harnesses Fury and Cunning.
SteamNew Zone: Planetouched Wildsnew contentMilestoneExplore the newly discovered Planetouched Wilds, filled with adventure and unexpected dangers.
SteamWilds Celebration Pack and Week of Rewardsseasonal eventMilestoneCelebrate the launch with a free Wilds Celebration Pack and daily log-in rewards from Oct. 10-16.
SteamNew Zone: Planetouched Wildsnew contentMilestoneExplore the newly discovered Planetouched Wilds, filled with beauty and danger.
SteamNew Dungeon: Rhaza’de Canyonsnew contentMilestoneBattle through the Rhaza’de Canyons and confront Teth Mornta's corruption.
SteamNew dungeon and Warfront addednew contentMilestoneA new dungeon and Warfront have been added to the game.
SteamLaunch of the new zone: Planetouched Wildsnew contentMilestoneA massive new zone has been introduced in RIFT.
SteamCrafting Boostbalance changeSignificant improvements to crafting, including new Planar crafting varieties.
SteamIntroduction of the Primalist Callingnew contentMilestoneThe Primalist, the first-ever new Calling, is now available.
SteamUpcoming Raiding Tiernew contentMilestoneA new raiding tier is planned for later in the 3.4 update.
SteamNew Calling: Primalistnew contentMilestoneIntroducing the Primalist, a new Calling that harnesses Fury and Cunning.
SteamCrafting Boostquality of lifeMilestoneSignificant improvements to crafting, including two new Planar crafting varieties.
SteamNew Dungeon: Rhaza’de Canyonsnew contentMilestoneBattle the corrupted Ascension Machine and its minions in the Rhaza’de Canyons.
SteamContents of the Wilds Celebration Packnew contentIncludes Seafoam Crabnarok Mount, Ascended Seal, Shalistiri Weapon Costume Pack, Trove of 160% Boosts, and 1 Million PA XP Crystallized Insight.
SteamLaunch of the new zone: Planetouched Wildsnew contentMilestoneA massive new zone, Planetouched Wilds, has been added to the game.
SteamWilds Celebration Pack and Week of Rewardsseasonal eventCelebrate the launch with a free Wilds Celebration Pack and daily log-in rewards from Oct. 10-16.
Steam - 9 eventsPrimal Avatar AbilitygameplayMilestone
Primalists can evoke the strength of their spirit animal, gaining a temporary burst of power.
SteamThe Wilds Pack Releasenew contentThe Wilds Pack, which includes the Primalist calling, is available for purchase.
SteamIntroduction of the Primalist Callingnew contentMilestonePlayers can now choose the Primalist calling, which focuses on balancing Fury and Cunning.
SteamNew Primalist Souls: Berserker, Titan, Dervish, Preserver, Typhoon, Vulcanistnew contentMilestoneSix new souls have been introduced for the Primalist, each with unique abilities and playstyles.
SteamIntroduction of the Primalist Callingnew contentMilestoneA brand new calling that allows players to harness Fury and Cunning to unlock primal power.
SteamPrimal Avatar AbilitygameplayMilestonePrimalists can now evoke Primal Avatars for a temporary burst of power.
SteamFury and Cunning MechanicsgameplayMilestonePlayers must balance Fury and Cunning to enhance their abilities and skills.
SteamPrimalist Soul Treesnew contentMilestoneNew soul trees include Berserker, Titan, Dervish, Preserver, Typhoon, and Vulcanist, each with unique abilities.
SteamThe Wilds Pack Releasenew contentThe Primalist calling will be available as part of The Wilds Pack for 5250 credits.
Steam - 6 eventsIntroduction of Primalist Callingnew contentMilestone
New Calling that allows players to balance Cunning and Fury while battling forces of destruction.
SteamPrimal Avatar Mechanicnew contentMilestonePrimalists can call upon a spectral animal, the Primal Avatar, to gain strength and wisdom in battles.
SteamIntroduction of Primalist Callingnew contentMilestoneNew Calling featuring the Primalist class, allowing players to balance Cunning and Fury.
SteamSix Unique Primalist Soulsnew contentMilestonePlayers can choose from six different Souls, including Titan (Tank) and Preserver (Healer), each offering unique playstyles.
SteamSix Unique Primalist Soulsnew contentMilestonePlayers can choose from six different Souls, including Titan (Tank) and Preserver (Healer), each offering unique playstyles.
SteamPrimal Avatar Mechanicnew contentMilestonePrimalists can summon a Primal Avatar, a spectral animal that enhances their abilities in battle.
Steam - 8 eventsPlanar Crafting Featurenew contentMilestone
New Planar Crafting system including upgradeable planar gear and weapons.
SteamGilded Prophecy Raid Variantnew contentA new, more accessible variant of the Gilded Prophecy raid introduced.
SteamIntroduction of Nightmare Saganew contentMilestoneFirst chapter of the new Nightmare Saga launching.
SteamPlanar Crafting Featurenew contentMilestoneNew Planar Crafting system introduced, including upgradeable planar gear and weapons.
SteamIntroduction of Nightmare Saganew contentMilestoneFirst chapter of the new Nightmare Saga arrives.
SteamGilded Prophecy Raid Variantnew contentA new, more accessible variant of the Gilded Prophecy raid is introduced.
SteamInstant Adventure in Tarken Glaciernew contentNew Instant Adventure feature available in Tarken Glacier.
SteamInstant Adventure in Tarken Glaciernew contentNew Instant Adventure feature available in Tarken Glacier.
Steam - 10 eventsHammerknell: 20-Player Raidnew contentMilestone
A rebuilt 20-player raid featuring Akylios's army, now with increased difficulty to level 65.
SteamNew & Improved Instant AdventuresgameplayMilestoneNew Instant Adventures will open the halls of Hammerknell with better scaling, pacing, and rewards.
SteamNew & Improved Instant AdventuresgameplayMilestoneExpanded Instant Adventures with better scaling, pacing, and new rewards, including Notoriety tokens.
SteamWardrobe Upgradesquality of lifeMilestoneMassive upgrades to the Wardrobe System allowing players to save and use item appearances.
SteamHammerknell: 20-Player Raidnew contentMilestoneA rebuilt 20-player raid featuring Akylios and his army, now at level 65 difficulty.
SteamWardrobe Upgradesquality of lifeMilestoneMassive upgrade to the Wardrobe System allowing players to save and use item appearances freely.
SteamNightmare Tide Fishing UpdatesgameplayNew and revamped fishing poles, lures, quests, and audio for fishing in Nightmare Tide.
SteamNightmare Tide Fishing UpdatesgameplayNew and revamped fishing poles, lures, quests, and audio for fishing in Nightmare Tide.
SteamTier 6 Nightmare Riftsnew contentMilestoneIntroduction of new Tier 6 Nightmare Rifts with increased challenges and rewards.
SteamTier 6 Nightmare Riftsnew contentNew Tier 6 Nightmare Rifts with endless waves of danger and rewards.
Steam - 4 eventsStorm Souls Pack Contentsnew content
Includes the Harbinger, Tactician, Defiler, and Tempest Souls.
SteamRelease of Storm and Dream Souls Packs on Steamdlc releaseMilestoneThe Storm Souls Pack includes Harbinger, Tactician, Defiler, and Tempest. The Dream Souls Pack includes Liberator, Oracle, Physician, and Arbiter.
SteamDream Souls Pack Contentsnew contentIncludes the Liberator, Oracle, Physician, and Arbiter Souls.
SteamRelease of Storm and Dream Souls Packs on Steamdlc releaseMilestoneThe Storm Souls Pack and Dream Souls Pack are now available on Steam, adding new Souls for character customization.
Steam - 12 eventsNew Capes and Minions Availablenew content
Discover new capes and minions throughout the island.
SteamNew Island Refuge at Goboro Reefnew contentMilestoneTravel to the Storm Legion’s island refuge off the coast of Goboro Reef.
SteamNew Nightmare Raid Rift Introducednew contentMilestoneTest your mettle with a new spine-tingling Nightmare Raid Rift.
SteamRIFT 3.1: Storm at Sea Releasednew contentMilestoneExperience the new content including a new 20-player raid and Chronicle.
SteamNew Chronicle: Rhen of Fatenew contentMilestoneEmbark on a new adventure in the Rhen of Fate Chronicle.
SteamRIFT 3.1: Storm at Sea Releasenew contentMilestoneNew content including a new 20-player raid, Nightmare Raid Rift, and Rhen of Fate Chronicle.
SteamNew Planar Attunements: Dusk, Dust, and Steamnew contentMaster the new planar attunements introduced in this update.
SteamNew Planar Attunements: Dusk, Dust, and Steamnew contentMaster new planar attunements as part of the update.
SteamFace Crucia in Tyrant’s ForgegameplayMilestoneFace Crucia herself in the heart of Tyrant’s Forge, a new raid.
SteamBattle Against Akvan DemigodsgameplayEngage in battles against akvan demigods as part of the new content.
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