Riven: The Sequel to Myst

ReleasedOct 31, 1997

Windows Mobile
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Mac
Sega Saturn
PlayStation

About

Riven: The Sequel to Myst is a graphic adventure puzzle game developed by Cyan and released in 1997. It continues the story of Myst, following the player’s journey to rescue Atrus’s wife, Catherine, from a decaying world. The game features pre-rendered environments with complex, interconnected puzzles and minimal direct guidance. Its visuals, sound design, and world-building were praised for their depth and realism. Riven expanded on Myst’s narrative and gameplay scale, becoming one of the most acclaimed adventure games of its time.

Developer: Cyan Worlds
Publisher: Acclaim Entertainment, Enix, Tec Toy, Red Orb Entertainment, SUNSOFT, Mean Hamster Software, Sega Enterprises, Inc., Cyan Worlds, Ubi Soft Entertainment
Genres: Point-and-click, Puzzle, Adventure
Themes: Fantasy, Science fiction, Drama, Mystery
Modes: Single player
Perspective: First person
Age ratings: USK 0, CLASSIND 16, ESRB E10+, PEGI 3
Time to beat: 6 h rushed · 6 h completionist
IGDB rating: 83 / 100 (90 ratings)
Also known as: Riven, Myst II: Riven, Myst II, Myst 2, scummvm.exe

Release dates

Release dates by platform
Platform	Release
Mac	Oct 31, 1997 · Europe1997 · Japan
PC (Microsoft Windows)	Oct 31, 1997 · North America1997 · EuropeMarch 1998 · Brazil1998 · China
PlayStation	Nov 30, 1997 · North AmericaDec 23, 1997 · JapanFebruary 1998 · Europe
Sega Saturn	Apr 9, 1998 · JapanMay 15, 1998 · Europe1998 · Brazil
Windows Mobile	2005