Rank 01Games like Riven
- 36 games
- Updated Nov 3, 2026
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The closest matches to Riven: Myst, Obduction, Riven (1997), Firmament, and Quern - Undying Thoughts. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Same atmospheric mood as Riven.
- $1.79 (Price checked Oct 31)
- Deck Verified
- 2010
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The Witness
Why this: Shares puzzle solving with Riven.
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Haven Moon
Why this: Also Walking Simulator and Logic, like Riven.
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- Released: 2024
- Developer: Cyan Worlds, Inc.
- Price: $34.99checked Nov 3
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 94% of 2,175 reviews
- Genres: Indie, Adventure, Casual
- Metacritic 86
- Platforms: Windows, macOS
Players highlight
- Beautifully detailed environments
- Intriguing and challenging puzzles
- Nostalgia for original fans
- Atmospheric
- Immersive
- Nostalgic
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Reviewers mention these as similar to Riven
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Outer Wilds
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Riven.
The Eyes of Ara
Why this: Shares environmental exploration with Riven.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Riven at current Steam store prices.
Big Walk
Why this: Shares environmental exploration and puzzle solving with Riven.
Servant of the Lake
Why this: Shares puzzle solving with Riven.
Kairo
Why this: Also VR and Walking Simulator, like Riven.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Riven, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
Google Earth VR
Why this: Also VR and Walking Simulator, like Riven.
Tell Me Why
Why this: Also Walking Simulator and Emotional, like Riven.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Myst
Why this: Shares environmental exploration and puzzle solving with Riven.
Riven (1997)
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Riven.
Firmament
Why this: Also VR and Walking Simulator, like Riven.
The Talos Principle 2
Why this: Shares puzzle solving with Riven.
More from Cyan Worlds, Inc.
Other recommendable Steam games by Cyan Worlds, Inc., ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
realMyst: Masterpiece Edition
Why this: Shares puzzle solving with Riven.
Myst: Masterpiece Edition
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Riven.
About Riven
The closest matches to Riven: Myst, Obduction, Riven (1997), Firmament, and Quern - Undying Thoughts. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Riven is your kind of game, the closest matches are Myst, Obduction and Riven (1997) — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, immersive and nostalgic, and single out its environmental exploration and environment interaction. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Riven is a first-person puzzle adventure developed and published by Cyan Worlds, Inc., released in 2024 at $34.99. Players explore a richly realized 3D environment as they work through intricate puzzles, with no assistance provided. The game supports solo-only play and is verified for Steam Deck handheld play. Reviewers note the atmosphere and immersive quality, while players describe the environments as beautifully detailed and the puzzles as intriguing and challenging. Those familiar with the 1997 original bring a sense of nostalgia to the experience. The game earned a Metacritic score of 86 and holds a 94% positive rating from over 2,100 Steam reviews. With medium-length content designed for seated sessions, the experience leans into environmental exploration and narrative discovery.
About Riven: 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.
Is Riven worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 94% of 2,175 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Price: $34.99 (checked Nov 8).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 13 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Beautifully detailed environments
- Intriguing and challenging puzzles
- Nostalgia for original fans
People who play it also play: Myst, Obduction, Riven (1997)
Frequently asked about Riven
Can I run it?
Is Riven verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Riven is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Riven cost?
Riven is listed on Steam at 34.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Riven?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Riven are Myst, Obduction, Riven (1997).
Who developed Riven?
Riven was developed by Cyan Worlds, Inc..