Rigid Force Alpha

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Rigid Force Alpha is a fast-paced, action-packed vertical scrolling shooter game. Equip your ship with a variety of weapons and power-ups, and battle through intense levels filled with enemy ships and bosses. With stunning 3D graphics and a pulsing soundtrack, Rigid Force Alpha offers a challenging and immersive experience for fans of the shoot 'em up genre.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

Great graphics and sound, reminiscent of classic shmups like R-Type and Gradius.
Challenging gameplay that balances difficulty well, making it suitable for both newcomers and veterans.
Polished mechanics with a variety of weapons and power-ups, providing a satisfying shooting experience.

Controls can feel unresponsive and overly sensitive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
Frequent crashes and performance issues, including frame drops and long loading times.
Visual effects can obscure enemy bullets, making it difficult to see and react to threats.

graphics
18 mentions
56 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and modern appeal, with many users noting the visuals as "gorgeous" and "superb." However, some players express frustration with overly flashy effects that hinder gameplay, particularly in a shoot 'em up context where clarity is crucial. Overall, while the graphics are well-received, there are concerns about their impact on gameplay experience.
- “Great fun shmup, good music, nice graphics.”
- “Sound is excitingly well done and the graphics are gorgeous.”
- “Excellent R-type inspired shoot 'em up, very good graphics and sounds as well as many weapons at your disposal.”
- “Changing any graphical setting, including resolution and windowed/fullscreen, requires a restart, and sometimes when the game reboots, it crashes again and resets all values to default.”
- “Refunded - shmups are one of my favorite game types, but no one seems to understand the importance of non-flashy visuals. If I can't see enemy bullets clearly because of over-the-top graphic effects, it's not a proper shmup. I had high hopes due to similarities to R-Type in the visuals but find the controls sluggish and the game not challenging enough for the genre.”
- “For all the flash in visuals, intro, and trailer, the story could have had some flesh added to the bones.”
music
14 mentions
79 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its catchy techno style and excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. While some noted that the music didn't always capture their attention, the majority found it to be a standout feature that complements the game's graphics and gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as brilliant and fitting, contributing to the game's appeal as a modern shmup.
- “Everything about this R-type inspired shoot 'em up is pure awesomeness and one of the very best games I have ever played, with some of the catchiest music ever.”
- “Rigid Force Alpha looks great, feels great, and sounds great (awesome soundtrack).”
- “Lol seriously, the graphics are superb, the music is just brilliant, and the gameplay is tight!”
- “The music is there but it wasn't eliciting my attention at all.”
- “You face off an onslaught of enemies like in Soldner-X (and even the soundtrack is like Soldner-X almost!).”
gameplay
9 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its polished mechanics, balanced difficulty, and engaging progression systems, drawing inspiration from classic 16-bit titles like R-Type and Gradius. While some players noted minor issues with weaponry and mechanics, the overall experience is described as fun and satisfying, appealing to both newcomers and veterans.
- “It's very much like R-Type and similar games, plays excellently, is fun, and the difficulty is just right; gameplay is polished and satisfying.”
- “The gameplay is top notch and the difficulty perfectly balanced.”
- “As expected, the gameplay itself is the game's strong point, with steadily rising difficulty, making it suitable for newcomers and veterans alike.”
- “The game has some wrinkles, though, in its weaponry and other mechanics.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to keep players engaged.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, making it frustrating to navigate through levels.”
optimization
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is notably lacking, with frequent crashes and poor performance reported, particularly on older hardware like the GeForce GTX 880m. Users suggest that with some adjustments and improvements, the game has the potential to be much better.
- “With a little bit of tweaking and optimization, this could become a great title.”
- “Unfortunately, the game crashes constantly for me, as well as having somewhat poor performance.”
- “The game is not optimized, resulting in low framerate on GeForce GTX 880M.”
story
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's story structure allows players to start from any cleared boss stage, enhancing accessibility and progression. However, despite impressive visuals and an engaging introduction, many users feel the narrative lacks depth and could benefit from more substantial development.
- “For all the flash in visuals, intro, and trailer, the story could have had some flesh added to the bones.”
- “For all the flash in visuals, intro, and trailer, the story could have had some flesh added to the bones.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game's controls, noting that they feel amusingly awkward, particularly highlighting the frustratingly small hitboxes for power-ups that make collection feel comically challenging.
- “The humor in the dialogue is absolutely hilarious, making every interaction a joy.”
- “I love how the game uses puns and witty remarks to keep the atmosphere light and entertaining.”
- “The quirky character designs and their silly antics always make me laugh out loud.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users report occasional freezing for a few seconds during scene transitions, indicating some stability issues within the game.
- “The game freezes for a few seconds during scene transitions.”
- “I frequently experience crashes that force me to restart the game.”
- “There are constant lag spikes that disrupt the gameplay experience.”