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Riven (1997)

Cyan Worlds, Inc. · Aug 4, 2010

Released in 1997 as the original sequel to Myst, one of the best-selling puzzle adventure games of all time. Prepare to enter a world "torn asunder" by timeless, unresolved conflicts -- a world of incomparable beauty, intrigue, and betrayal.

Adventure Puzzle Point & Click Exploration Classic

Last tracked players: 14
All-time peak: 14
24-hour change: Unavailable
Steam reviews: 89.2% positive

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“My worst fears have been realized. The damage is more extensive than previously imagined. I must act while there is still time. I must find someone… to send to Riven.”

Enter a deceptively beautiful world torn apart by age-old conflicts, where secrets lie hidden at every turn, and nothing is as it seems. Search through dense jungles, awe-inspiring caverns and monolithic structures. Use your wits and powers of observation to solve devious puzzles and find secretive characters. Only then will you learn the truth about this troubled land and its inhabitants. You must let Riven become your world— before an entire world is lost.

Experience the beauty of Riven, released in 1997, featuring the original point-and-click gameplay style, with almost five thousand images and over three hours of full motion video.

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May 10, 2026 Riven co-creator defends his use of AI art: 'Any artist can take a brush and, without thinking, an artist can create slop' Jun 26, 2025 Patch 2.0.5 release notes May 27, 2025 Patch 2.0.3 release notes

System requirements Windows · macOS

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OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11, 64-bit
Processor: 1.8 GHz
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Storage: 7.5 GB
Video: DirectX® 9.0c compatible or better
Sound: DirectX® 9.0 compatible
DirectX®: DirectX 9.0c or greater

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OS: macOS 10.9.5 or greater
Processor: 1.8 GHz
Memory: 512MB RAM
Graphics: 32MB video card
Storage: 7.5 GB

Game details Languages, features & support

Publisher: Cyan Worlds, Inc.
Brazilian rating: 10
Steam Germany rating: 12
Controller support: full
Metacritic: 83
Features: Single-player, Full controller support, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, Family Sharing
Languages: English*, French*, Italian*, German*, Spanish - Spain*, Japanese*, Polish*, Russian*
*languages with full audio support
Website: Official website ↗
Support: [email protected] Support site ↗

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Structured language support (8)

Language	Interface	Full audio	Subtitles
English	Yes	Yes	No
French	Yes	Yes	No
Italian	Yes	Yes	No
German	Yes	Yes	No
Spanish - Spain	Yes	Yes	No
Japanese	Yes	Yes	No
Polish	Yes	Yes	No
Russian	Yes	Yes	No

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Value Score

Great Value — 84th percentile.

Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 84th percentile. Priced as Budget at $1.79.

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Value Ratio Top 16%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riven (1997) worth buying right now?

Watch — $1.79. Decent deal at 70% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.

When does Riven (1997) go on sale?

Decent deal at 70% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.

Is Riven (1997) free to play?

Riven (1997) costs $5.99 on Steam.

What genre is Riven (1997)?

Riven (1997) is a Adventure, Casual game.

Who developed Riven (1997)?

Riven (1997) was developed by Cyan Worlds, Inc. and published by Cyan Worlds, Inc..

What platforms does Riven (1997) support?

Available on Steam for Windows, macOS.

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