The Riflemen
Released Sep 2023
Multiplayer first-person shooter with classic WW2 bolt-action rifles. Tight battles between two teams with up to 5 players in each, lots of unique arenas, game-changing weapon drops, different game modes, and lots of customization options. You'd better not miss a shot!
66% positive · 911 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
The Riflemen launched on September 1, 2023 as a free-to-play multiplayer shooter and received two major content updates post-launch: Update 1.1 "Mines" on November 22, 2023 (adding a new map, weapon, game mode, and progression systems) and Update 1.2 "Wrecked" on April 2, 2024 (adding another new map, weapon, two new game modes, and anti-cheat). A roadmap was published on February 16, 2024 outlining further planned development, and that roadmap's stated goals appear to have been fulfilled by the 1.2 update (new game modes, no-Epic-account support, new weapons — all items hinted at in the roadmap post). Following the 1.2 update in April 2024, developer communication has shifted in character: a February 2024 milestone post celebrated 100,000 players and a November 2025 post promoted the game's nomination for the Steam Awards "Labor of Love" category, which celebrates games with sustained long-term support. A September 2025 post announced an entirely new game, Burger Bots Inc., suggesting the studio has moved its primary development focus. No further major content updates have shipped since April 2, 2024, no unreleased DLC is listed, and no new content has been announced for The Riflemen. The only DLC — the Premium Pack — shipped on launch day. The combination of a multi-year silence on new content, the studio announcing a new game, and no outstanding commitments points to The Riflemen having reached the end of its active content development cycle.
Evidence
Update 1.2 'Wrecked' shipped with a new map, new weapon (pistol), two new game modes, anti-cheat, and major codebase overhaul. This is the last major content release on record.
Update 1.1 'Mines' shipped with a new map, weapon, game mode, and progression features.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Bonus Stage Publishing
Achievements
14
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP
About this game
The Riflemen is a fun, fast-paced low poly first-person shooter where matches are short and full of action! All players start with bolt-action rifles that they don’t need to reload. Players can customize their weapons and characters to get the look they want.
The Riflemen offers a variety of game modes to suit your playstyle.
You can disable the supply drops in Barebones to get only bolt-action rifle action or make it even more competitive with the Hardcore type where every hit will be an insta-kill!
The Riflemen is a battle of skills and a true trial of friendships. Aim, shoot, reload, and repeat — no automatic weapons, only tough-ass action. Headshots make your opponents go sleepy-time at once and supply drops might bring you a shotgun, a sniper rifle, a bazooka, frag grenades, rapid fire pistol, mines or even a gunto sword! Whew, now that's a lot of fire power!
The Riflemen isn't just about raw skill – it's about expressing yourself on the battlefield. As you progress through over 100 levels, you'll unlock a variety of character and weapon skins, allowing you to create a soldier that's uniquely yours. Don't stop there! Personalize your arsenal with a variety of wood and metal finishes, crafting a weapon that reflects your playstyle.
In The Riflemen, the battlefield is your canvas, and the bolt-action rifle your brush. Every shot a stroke, every kill a masterpiece.
PLAY LIKE YOU WANT
The Riflemen offers a variety of game modes to suit your playstyle.
- Go head-to-head in a classic fight for elimination in Team Deathmatch.
- Work together with your squad to capture and hold objectives in Domination.
- Feeling resourceful? Scavenger throws you into a world with limited ammo, forcing you to adapt and utilize dropped ammunition from fallen enemies and allies to survive.
- For a truly tactical challenge, dive into Secure & Survive, a round-based battle where securing valuable cargo or eliminating the opposing team is your objective.
You can disable the supply drops in Barebones to get only bolt-action rifle action or make it even more competitive with the Hardcore type where every hit will be an insta-kill!
GUNPLAY
The Riflemen is a battle of skills and a true trial of friendships. Aim, shoot, reload, and repeat — no automatic weapons, only tough-ass action. Headshots make your opponents go sleepy-time at once and supply drops might bring you a shotgun, a sniper rifle, a bazooka, frag grenades, rapid fire pistol, mines or even a gunto sword! Whew, now that's a lot of fire power!
- All players start with bolt-action rifles & knives
- Headshots kill with one shot
- No manual reloading is needed
CUSTOMIZATION
The Riflemen isn't just about raw skill – it's about expressing yourself on the battlefield. As you progress through over 100 levels, you'll unlock a variety of character and weapon skins, allowing you to create a soldier that's uniquely yours. Don't stop there! Personalize your arsenal with a variety of wood and metal finishes, crafting a weapon that reflects your playstyle.
- With the DLC you'll be able to unlock 3 times more cosmetics! Become a legend who walks the line between lethality and sheer style.
In The Riflemen, the battlefield is your canvas, and the bolt-action rifle your brush. Every shot a stroke, every kill a masterpiece.
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Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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