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Riven: The Sequel to Myst
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Remake available Puzzle 1997 Cyan

Riven: The Sequel to Myst

Cyan's 1997 sequel to Myst, a huge, beautifully made world of linked islands and some of the hardest puzzles ever.

Atrus sends you to the Age of Riven to rescue his wife Catherine and trap his father Gehn, a man who rules the islands' people like a god.

The original is sold on Steam. The 2024 remake is a separate release.

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About the game

You explore five islands by clicking through stunning pre-rendered scenes.

Puzzles are part of the world itself, and understanding its culture is the key.

History

Developed by Cyan and published by Red Orb Entertainment in 1997, on five CDs.

A full 3D remake came out in 2024. The 1997 original is still sold on Steam.

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Ways to play

Steam Riven (1997), the original version
Paid Open

Extras

Only official, legal extras. We never link to scanned manuals or unofficial downloads.

Manual on Steam Some Steam releases include a digital manual. If this one does, you will find a "Manual" link on the game's page in your Steam library.
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