Platforms
- PCJun 25, 20248.8playscore8.919 Critics9.22.90K Players
- PlayStation 5May 19, 2026NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
24 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Riven returns with a superb remake that modernises its mysterious world while its multi-layered brain teasers remain as tricky as ever.
· Jun 15, 2026 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - GOOD Riven thrives on nostalgia and intrigue in equal measure, and it could prove highly addictive for anyone who enjoys puzzle-heavy experiences.
Varun Karunakar · Jun 01, 2026 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Riven may hew too closely to Myst, yet has that enticing mixture of storytelling and exploration. Plus it has both flat and PSVR 2 versions.
· May 18, 2026 Reviewed on PCRead full review - More than the Myst remake (which is also excellent), Riven shines in a way that few puzzle games do nowadays. Great care has been taken to provide a meaningful challenge, but in a way that doesn't feel obtuse or impossible. For fans of puzzle games, Riven is an incredibly rewarding experience.
Corey Hoffmeyer · Aug 12, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Ultimately, my advice to anyone interested would be to try Riven ’24, but to give it only quiet evenings, with nothing on in the background and a notepad at hand. Savor the world, take in all of its wind-kissed, sea-girt coasts, jewel-like lagoons, and its bright stone facades cut with geometric planes of sun and shade. Prepare to go slowly, prepare to think, and prepare to synthesize. Also, prepare to get stuck. Even with its modernizations, Riven ’24 is an uncompromising experience, though it has incredible things to show those willing to make the journey.
GC Staff · Aug 06, 2024 Reviewed onRead full review - So should you play Riven (2024)? The game is not for everyone, but you have to take your hat off to a developer who doesn't compromise on their game design. There is a logic that you have to catch and you have to have the patience to let the game unfold. If you don't, Riven (2024) is not for you. If you have the patience, Riven (2024) is a fantastic adventure where the puzzles and the world are the star.
Claus Larsen · Jul 24, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997. Meta Quest 3 version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes.
Jenni Lada · Jul 09, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Despite these minor hiccups, the 2024 remake of Riven is a triumph. It retains the magic of the original while offering a stunning new visual experience and some welcome gameplay tweaks. Whether you're a seasoned Riven veteran or a newcomer to the world, this remake is a must-play. It's a testament to the enduring power of great game design and a reminder that sometimes, the best way to honor the past is to bring it into the future.
Tom Henry · Jul 05, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - 30 años después Riven vuelve a demostrar por qué es una de las mejores aventuras gráficas de todos los tiempos, y lo hace con un renovado apartado gráfico que es toda una fantasía para aquellos que crecieron con los añejos gráficos FMV del original, sin perder ni un ápice de lo que hacía tan especial a este juego. Hay novedades y cambios en muchos de los desafiantes puzles a los que te enfrenta, pero el alma de Riven está intacta, y como el original, es verdaderamente especial.
Alberto Pastor · Jul 02, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Riven is a remake that stays true to the original. While the breathtaking world and visuals adeptly draw you in, the initial obscurity of the story and puzzle complexity may eventually push you away from full engagement. Still, for those who have played and enjoyed the original, this is an excellent dive back into a spectacular world, and an opportunity to see how Cyan Worlds has enriched the original vision.
Dean Waxman · Jul 01, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997.
Developer: Cyan Worlds, Inc.