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The remake of the 1997 classic Riven is officially launching later this year. This modern facelift of the acclaimed sequel to Myst is also coming to VR.

Developed by Cyan Worlds, a team led by the masterminds of the original game, Riven is being remade from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5. First announced in 2022, the game is promised to be a faithful homage that leverages modern tech to allow for immersive visuals, free movement, expanded storytelling, and new puzzles. Check out its latest teaser trailer below.​

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Riven: The Sequel to Myst was first released in 1997 and has been hailed as a PC classic of the era. It's so beloved that an existing fan-driven remake, The Starry Expanse Project, was already in the works when Cyan Worlds announced this remake. Recognizing their efforts, Cyan Worlds worked with The Starry Expanse to incorporate their efforts into this official remake.

Outside of PC, it's unclear which platforms, VR or otherwise, Riven will target.​

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ABOUT THIS GAME​

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Riven​

“Thank God you’ve returned… I need your help.”

With these words, Atrus asks you to undertake a perilous mission where your success is far from assured. Travel to Riven, a mysterious island-filled land on the verge of collapse, to rescue Atrus’ wife, Catherine. She is being held captive by Gehn, Atrus’ father and the self-declared overlord of Riven. Explore Riven, solve puzzles to reveal its mysteries, find Catherine, and make your escape.​

Intricate Storytelling and Mind-Bending Puzzles​

Challenge your intellect with Riven's cunning puzzles woven through its narrative, offering a unique experience that unfolds as you delve deeper into the enigmatic world. You'll uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you unlock the secrets of Riven.​

Immersive Environments and Stunning Graphics​

Riven takes you on a journey through a world filled with surreal islands, each meticulously crafted with unparalleled attention to detail. From dense, lush jungles to awe-inspiring caverns, every corner will immerse you in an otherworldly adventure as you explore your surroundings and figure out where Catherine is- and how to escape.​

An Expanded World To Explore​

Created by legendary indie developer Cyan Worlds, and based on the award-winning original release from 1997, Riven expands its epic narrative beyond both Myst AND the original edition of Riven. Encounter an immersive and visually stunning world, and discover intricate puzzles that will captivate newcomers as well as reveal new mysteries to uncover for long-time fans.​

Fully Re-imagined Gaming Experience​

Experience Riven like never before- with free movement through a real-time 3D environment. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer returning to rediscover the magic you felt the first time you visited Riven or a newcomer eager to explore Riven’s mysteries for the first time, this brand-new, re-imagined and expanded edition of Riven offers a deeper story, new captivating visuals, and a gaming experience that stays true to the original while also expanding Riven’s world.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

 

[Magic Carpet]

VR version?

edit-yes a VR version.
This is one of my favorite environmental puzzle games.

 

[Krathoon]

This is on it's way. Comes out this month.

 

[Krathoon]

 

[LiquidMetal14]

Man, I never I saw this announcement. Great stuff.

 

[Darkmakaimura]

Wow almost no attention to classic game like this.

The Myst series has always been pretty great if you are into that sort of thing. I've been a fan of interactive fiction since the Commodore Vic-20 days.

Myst IV it's probably my favorite in the series. The game was absolutely beautiful aside from the corny song.

 

[NotMyProblemAnymoreCunt]

I never played the games but I love the Myst Book Trilogy

 

[Evil Calvin]

Myst and Riven were great.....back in the 90's.....but games have surpassed that style of game decades ago. I bought Myst at release and was amazing due to gamers never seeing games look that realistic. It was a slideshow basically, and even with a fully 3D world, the gameplay is full of obscure puzzles.

 

[Krathoon]

Riven was in dire need of a remake. The original is pretty wobbly. The other games are still fine.

 

[Magic Carpet]

There is a short demo available on Steam during the Steam Next Fest.
It's short and only lets you visit the starting isle. I'ts Riven you can walk around in! I've wanted this for years.

 

[ShadowNate]

The visuals are great and you can shimmy through some nooks and see stuff you couldn't see in the original (also they made quite a few changes to the locations you could visit in the original) -- like in the area around the maglev.

The most annoying aspect, other than the off looking 3d people models and animations, is the page turning animation in the book(s). What on earth is that. Let's make reading long books a glitchy experience? I hope they change (or fix?) it for the final game.

Also hoping Catherine's journal is readable this time around, because oh boy that was not fun times in the original version.