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Riven Gameplay and Story Info | Everything We Know So Far

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Riven is a ground-up remake of the original 1997 sequel to one of the best puzzle adventure games of all time, Myst. Read on to learn more about its story and gameplay info.

Everything We Know About Riven

Riven Story Plot

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Riven’s is a story of mystery, exploration, discovery, and intrigue, presented in the classic point-and-click adventure style from one of the most iconic eras of gaming history. Dive into the titular island and explore the fate of Atrus' wife, Catherine. Solve various puzzles to learn more about the culture of the Indigenous Rivenese people and explore the deep machinations of Gehn’s mind as you pick up the pieces of his time in the Age of Riven.

Riven Gameplay

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Riven’s gameplay harkens back to the HUD-less, point-and-click adventure style made famous during the mid-to-late-90s era of gaming with other games like Myst, Grim Fandango, and The Longest Journey. Players are dropped off in the mysterious "Age of Riven" and must use their wits and exploratory skills to find their wife Catherine while navigating the intricacies of a completely alien culture.

As they progress through the island, new tools and areas are unlocked, allowing the player even more agency in their puzzle-solving, all the while discovering stunning landscapes, intricate contraptions, and some of the grandest displays of architecture humanity has ever seen.

Riven Trailer

Riven | Official Launch Trailer

Riven’s official launch trailer takes the viewer on a journey through the titular island, previewing some of the game’s many sceneries and puzzles as a voice from the game’s intro cinematic plays. The trailer concludes with the game’s title card and logo.

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Riven Product Information

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Title RIVEN
Release Date June 25, 2024
Developer Cyan Worlds Inc
Publisher Cyan Worlds Inc
Supported Platforms PC (Steam)
Genre Adventure, Puzzle
Number of Players 1
ESRB Rating RP
Official Website Riven Website

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