Underplayed Gems

Riven (1997) (2010)

Riven (1997) cover

Developer: Cyan Worlds Inc
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Casual
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 1,419 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A slow, deliberate journey through a stunningly crafted world where every visual cue demands careful observation and reasoning.

atmosphericpuzzle-heavydeliberateexplorativebeautifulmysteriousfirst-persondifficult

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Screenshots

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