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Content notice: Vita: Rift of a Nation explores sensitive themes, including the legacy of slavery. Patricide and abuse due to class systems. These themes are not used to celebrate, but to look back on history and explore the resilience of the human spirit.
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Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A four centuries old legacy of oppression is about to come to an end. In this fast-paced, story-driven JRPG, build a revolution to shatter a system built on chains and suffering. Master the element of Earth, unite the nation, and become the rift that will change Atria forever.
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Indie, RPG · 2024 · More £5 - £15 games
In Vita: Rift of a Nation, master Earth's power and shape your own story-driven revolution. Join the fight against centuries of oppression with Desert Tsunami's unique take on JRPGs.
About this game
The Story
The shackles have been shattered, but true freedom is earned, not given.
In Vita: Rift of a Nation, you follow Naysa-Dae, an Earth Vita navigating the vibrant, complex nation of Opolo. Drawing inspiration from the architectural and cultural grandeur of ancient American civilizations, Opolo is a land governed by an oppressive system that refuses to let go.
The fight for survival has begun. As Naysa-Dae, you will team up with a battle-hardened veteran, an outlander, and a silent companion to fight for the hearts and souls of the nation. Feel the tremors of rebellion that will shake Opolo to its core.
Will you cause the rift that will shatter a nation?
Features
Naysa-Dae's journey evolves from personal liberation to a fight for the soul of Opolo. Witness the transformation of a slave woman into a fierce leader, wielding the power of the Earth Vitas in this fast paced, story rich classic RPG.
Master the dynamic Dule Resource Turn-Based Battle System (DRTBS).
Immersive hand craft maps, battle fields and art.
Engage in a boss rush mode that will take you through every fight in the game (Introduced in update 2.0)
Go beyond the journey with Side Stories. A glimpse into the lives of Opolo (Introduced in update 3.0)
Enjoy somber world music and heart-pounding battle themes
Team up with a battle-hardened veteran, an outlander, and a fellow slave with their own backstories, hopes, and dreams for the nation of Opolo.
Learn why slavery took over the land, and who's truly behind it.
Be the rift that Atria will never forget.
Why Play Vita: Rift of a Nation?
An RPG with a Soul: Vita: Rift of a Nation is a labor of love, crafted to capture the spirit of classic adventures. We explore the weight of history and culture through a lens that feels both ancient and undeniably human.
A World That Breathes: Opolo isn't just a map; it’s a culture inspired by the majesty of ancient civilizations, filled with people who have lives, secrets, and a reason to fight.
A Fighter's Heart: Combat demands more than button mashing. It rewards precision, elemental synergy, and the strategic timing of every strike.
Respecting Your Time: We believe great stories shouldn't require hundreds of hours of filler. The Vita series is designed for those who want a high impact, story-driven experience that gets to the point, delivering a complete, resonant journey that respects the balance between play and life.
The Solo Developer Vision: Vita is not a one-off project. It is a sprawling world built from the ground up by a solo developer, created to prove that games can be both intimate and epic when they are made with purpose.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core 2 duo or better
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD or Intel @ 2.0GHz
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 or better
- Processor: AMD 2700 or better
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD 580 or better or Nvidia Equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update 2026, Version 3.0
HELLO!...You didn’t think I forgot about this game, did you? Of course not! To celebrate Rift of a Nation’s 2nd birthday, I’ve put together a massive overhaul. This update aligns the game with the future of the series and brings a level of polish I've wanted to implement for a long time. Updates:These are the new content added to the game.- Menus have been slightly redesigned. The menus are cleaner and simpler following the lead for the series going forward. - Menu portraits have been added Full body images of each of the party members - Player Party Portraits. All portraits for the player party have been updated to follow the lead for the series moving forward. This excludes temporary party members. - New Content. Three new side stories have been added. This expands on the story of Rift of a Nation and gives a better look into the lives outside the player character. - System Changes All Icons have been changed. This is the icon set used by The Ember Oracle and future games moving forward to better tie the world of Atria together. - Title screen The title screen has been switched over to better reflect the tone of the game. - Chapter Images Characters in chapter images have been redrawn Quality of Life Changes: These changes are to improve the feel of the game and player comfort - Added 8 Directional movement This makes movement a bit more fluid and makes using a thumbpad feel more natural.- Added Game Focus feature. The game will pause once the player clicks away - Chapter Counter added to load screen Chapters are now displayed in the save screen so you know how far in the game you are.- Changed the Save point Icon Save points were changed to better fit the series and game themeBug fixes: More bugs were fixed in the game - Some movement routes for NPCs were getting stopped and they wouldn’t continue to move. More of these have been found and fixed. - Fixed some dialogue - Fixed some loot crates changing graphics - Fixed a missing animation at the start of the game ...Read full article on Community Announcements (deserttsunamiig)AnnouncementsOfficial
$9.99? In this Economy? How about $5.99. A Permanent Price Drop!
We hear you. Games are averaging $60, $70, sometimes even $80, and all you want to do is play something great without breaking the bank.Well, here is our gift to you, from one gamer to another.Vita: Rift of a Nation is now permanently $5.99. That's a permanent drop of over 40% off the original price.The goal at Desert Tsunami has always been to make worlds you can get lost in at a price you can afford, and we're going to live up to that. So We humbly welcome you to our world. The world of Atria. We hope you enjoy your stay. This will also get you ready for the next chapter in the Vita Series. Vita: The Ember Oracle. You can play the free demo today. Don't forget to wishlistRead full article on Community Announcements (deserttsunamiig)Patch NotesOfficial
Vita: Rift of a Nation Update 2025 is now LIVE
Happy Anniversary! Today marks the one-year Anniversary of Vita: Rift of a Nation being on Steam. To celebrate; Update 2025 is now live! I released the patch notes last week of everything that was coming out. I hope you enjoy the new side quest and the End Game Boss Rush mode as well as the enhanced Sprites. Thank you all for your support.Read full article on Community Announcements (deserttsunamiig)Patch NotesOfficial
Vita: Rift of a Nation Update 2025
On February 2nd, 2025 will be the one year anniversary of Vita: Rift of a Nation. To celebrate. I'll be releasing this year's update. Sprite Enhancements: Sprites are now slightly taller making them and their detail easier to see. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44834028/83cec27ba873053ec8c259e5ff8931f7bc5b13fe.png New Side Quest: There are a total of three (3) new side quests. One (1) in each biome. These side quests will give you a glimpse into other parts of the continent of Naprina. It will also introduce a new enemy type. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44834028/b72133a624d538bb052069cdb39bd08cec361570.png Boss Rush: Boss Rush will be playable near the end of the game. It features three (3) levels. Each level gets slightly longer and features new enemies near the end. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44834028/716851bdb9b029deed10a0b4ab9bbe5e64f123cf.png Vita: Rift of a Nation Update 2025 will be available on February 2nd, 2025Read full article on Community Announcements (deserttsunamiig)AnnouncementsOfficial
Happy Holidays/Merry Christmas
Thank you all for the support you've given me, from the bottom of my heart. Stay safe, Eat good food, Play good games, and have a wonderful day overall. - Desert TsunamiRead full article on Community Announcements (deserttsunamiig)
