Myst Classic
Sega Saturn · Adventure
Riven
Certified classic
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Cyan Worlds |
| Publisher | Red Orb Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Myst |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Riven is an adventure game released for the Sega Saturn, developed by Cyan Worlds and published by Red Orb Entertainment.
Among the 19 Saturn adventure games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Myst series; on the Saturn you can also try Myst. The series also appears on other systems with Riven (PS1) and Myst (3DO).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the Saturn's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Riven is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Riven walkthroughs & guides
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Riven FAQ
Who made Riven?
It was developed by Cyan Worlds and published by Red Orb Entertainment.
Is Riven multiplayer?
No. Riven is a single-player game.
How long does Riven take to play?
As an adventure game, Riven typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Riven on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.