How to Download Riven

1. Click on the Riven download button below.
2. Choose "Install" to install the game on the windows steam client.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts
4. Let it download the Full Version.
5. Once a game is downloaded, use the Windows Steam Client to play the game.

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This guide describes how to use Steam Proton to play and run Windows games on your Linux computer. Some games may not work or may break because Steam Proton is still at a very early stage.

1. Activating Steam Proton for Linux:
Proton is integrated into the Steam Client with "Steam Play." To activate proton, go into your steam client and click on Steam in the upper right corner. Then click on settings to open a new window. From here, click on the Steam Play button at the bottom of the panel. Click "Enable Steam Play for Supported Titles."

Alternatively: Go to Steam > Settings > Steam Play and turn on the "Enable Steam Play for Supported Titles" option.

Valve has tested and fixed some Steam titles and you will now be able to play most of them. However, if you want to go further and play titles that even Valve hasn't tested, toggle the "Enable Steam Play for all titles" option.

2. Choose a version
You should use the Steam Proton version recommended by Steam: 3.7-8. This is the most stable version of Steam Proton at the moment.

3. Restart your Steam
After you have successfully activated Steam Proton, click "OK" and Steam will ask you to restart it for the changes to take effect. Restart it. Your computer will now play all of steam's whitelisted games seamlessly.

4. Launch Stardew Valley on Linux:
Before you can use Steam Proton, you must first download the Stardew Valley Windows game from Steam. When you download Stardew Valley for the first time, you will notice that the download size is slightly larger than the size of the game.
This happens because Steam will download your chosen Steam Proton version with this game as well. After the download is complete, simply click the "Play" button.

Windows Pc Requirements

Minimum:

• Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  
• OS: Windows 10 or 11
  
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Eight-Core Processor (16 CPUs), ~3.7GHz; Intel i5 7000 series
  
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
  
• Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700XT; NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB; at least 6GB VRAM
  
• DirectX: Version 12
  
• Storage: 30 GB available space
  
• VR Support: Quest 2 over Airlink or Link cable, HTC Vive Pro, Valve Index
  
• Additional Notes: Note that laptops with a 3050 or 3050 Ti GPU do not fit the requirements of the above. We recommend checking your preferred PC Benchmark site to confirm if your specs meet or exceed the above.

Recommended:

• Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  
• OS: Windows 10 or 11
  
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3800X 8-Core Processor (16 CPUs), ~3.9GHz; Intel i5 11000 series
  
• Memory: 32 GB RAM
  
• Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800XT; NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB; at least 8GB VRAM
  
• DirectX: Version 12
  
• Storage: 30 GB available space
  
• VR Support: Quest 3 over Airlink or Link cable, HTC Vive Pro, Valve Index
  
• Additional Notes: Note that laptops with a 3050 or 3050 Ti GPU do not fit the requirements of the above. We recommend checking your preferred PC Benchmark site to confirm if your specs meet or exceed the above.

Linux Requirements

Minimum:

Recommended:

Mac Requirements

Minimum:

• OS: macOS Sonoma 14.5
  
• Processor: Apple Silicon
  
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
  
• Graphics: Apple Silicon
  
• Storage: 30 GB available space
  
• Additional Notes: M-series MacBook Air

Recommended:

• OS: macOS Sonoma 14.5
  
• Processor: Apple Silicon
  
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
  
• Graphics: Apple Silicon
  
• Storage: 30 GB available space
  
• Additional Notes: M-series Pro or Max devices

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.

“I know what he’s doing… He’s watching you.”

Travel to Riven, a beautiful and mysterious world on the verge of collapse. Explore this mysterious place, solve its puzzles, reveal its mysteries, make a daring rescue, and escape.

VISIT A MYSTERIOUS WORLD

“I am Gehn. I assume you’ve heard of me.”

Riven takes you on a journey through dense jungles, awe-inspiring caverns, and monolithic structures. Explore a world bent to the whims of a man who sees himself as a god and where every corner will immerse you in an otherworldly adventure.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN A SURREAL LANDSCAPE

“There’s a great deal of history that you should know…”

Riven rewards careful observation. Challenge Riven’s cunning puzzles, deftly woven throughout its narrative. The environment of Riven will reveal the story of this world as you make meaning from seemingly disparate bits of information and learn everything you need to know about this world.

UNRAVEL RIVEN’S SECRETS

“...it may be time to give this inexplicable mystery a second look.”

Who are the mysterious island dwellers you encounter during your exploration? What purpose does the giant golden dome serve? Why is this world on the verge of collapse? Play Riven and discover the answers to these mysteries- and more.

ABOUT THIS REMAKE

Created by the legendary indie developer Cyan Worlds and based on the smash-hit original released in 1997, Riven has been lovingly revisited by its key original visionaries to expand the epic narrative of the Myst universe.

Experience Riven like never before - with free movement through a real-time 3D environment. This brand-new, re-imagined, and expanded version of Riven offers a deeper story, new captivating visuals, and a journey that stays true to the original release while also expanding on Riven’s breathtaking world.

“It's beautiful. Stylish. Timeless.”
90/100 – PC Gamer

“a majestic piece of art, and a world worth exploring all over again”
100/100 – GAMINGTREND

“The 1997 classic is reborn as one of the year's best puzzle games.”
9/10 – PCGamesN