Riven - The Sequel to MYST Remake

SolKutTeR · 31. Oktober 2022

Von dem überragendem Riven - The Sequel to MYST wird es bald ein vollumfängliches 3D-Remake geben.

Besonders interessant daran ist der Umstand, dass es von Cyan Worlds, Inc. entwickelt wird, diese sind bekanntlich große VR-Fans (Obduction, Myst VR oder dem kommenden Firmament) daher würde mich ein VR-Modus nicht überraschen.

Derzeit gibt es jedoch noch keine Hinweise auf eine VR-Kompilierung, aber wieso sollte man sonst die ehemaligen 2D-Renderings nun in nativen 3D berechnen?

An Open Letter To The Fans of Riven
On this day 25 years ago, Riven: The Sequel to Myst was released. It sold like wildfire and has gone on to become one of our most cherished and critically acclaimed games. Riven’s aesthetic realism, cohesive puzzle integration, and narrative depth contributed to it being touted as a masterful example of building an interactive experience which felt like a real place, not just a game… This has allowed Riven‘s legacy to endure through the years.

Unlike Myst, no official Cyan remake of Riven had been seriously considered before…

But there was a grassroots effort.

13 years ago, a community effort called “The Starry Expanse Project” came to life. This group of dedicated fans took it upon themselves to begin the faithful recreation of Riven in a fully-realized realtime-3D environment, which took many years of camera-matching efforts and texture comparisons to what the original Riven’s still-image renders displayed. Most of their efforts to recreate Riven were undertaken entirely from scratch, driven solely by the desire to see Riven come to life in a new format.

We spoke confidentially with the Starry Expanse team a couple of years ago about the exciting news that Cyan finally had the resources to tackle remaking Riven. Together, we reached an agreement which allowed us to reference core pieces of their efforts to jump-start our development. They subsequently ceased development on The Starry Expanse Project, as our official efforts to remake Riven began.

Some questions from our community have come up since then: “Was the Starry Expanse team absorbed by Cyan?” “Is the Starry Expanse team still in charge of the remake of Riven?” “Are you keeping the Starry Expanse team trapped in your basement?” “Did you KILL AND EAT THEM???”… to all of which the answers are “no”. The Starry Expanse Project team members are very much alive and exist independently from Cyan. Over the past couple of years, we have worked with and continued to stay in contact with various members of the Starry Expanse team, and have even hired one of their members to join our Riven team at Cyan.

So for the first time publicly, we are happy to report that our effort to remake Riven officially here at Cyan is alive and well, and it was helped by the Starry Expanse team’s years of effort, enabling us to begin the huge task of rebuilding Riven from scratch. With a very focused development team here at Cyan, Riven is well on its way to being reborn!

We will have plenty more to share about this at a later date.

So on this 25th anniversary, now that Riven is officially old enough to rent a car in the United States, we hope our fans can rest easy knowing that you haven’t seen the last of Riven! And when you get a chance, please thank the members of the Starry Expanse team for being a part of its creation and for keeping the dream alive.

Sincerely,
The team at Cyan
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Riven FAQ

Q: Are you working on a remake of Riven?

A: Yes.

Q: Is it a remaster or a from-the-ground-up modern remake?

A: It is a modern remake.

Q: Is this remake point-and-click only like the original Riven was, or will it be traversable in 3D space?

A: The remake of Riven will be fully traversable in 3D space. Any other supported navigation methods will be announced at a later date.

Q: Why did this take so long? It’s been 25 years!

A: Riven is one of the most highly regarded games in Cyan’s history. We didn’t want to approach it lightly or frivolously. Cyan is a small indie studio. We wanted to make sure we could take on such a difficult, costly and complicated endeavor – and do it well.

Q: Is this the Starry Expanse Project?

A: No, this is a from-the-ground-up remake of Riven from Cyan. However, the Starry Expanse team did assist in kicking off this project. See our blog post here for more details on that.

Q: Which platforms is it coming to, when it is coming out, what are the system requirements… etc.?

A: We don’t have information to share about that yet.

Q: If I purchased a copy of the original Riven, will I get a free copy of this remake?

A: Thank you for your support over the years! But, no. This new Riven is not an update or upgrade, it is a modern from-the-ground-up remake that has required (and will continue to require) a substantial investment of resources.

Q: I must know more! Where can I find out more information about this new version of Riven?!

A: The best way to keep up with the development process is to subscribe to our Cyan Insider newsletter, as we typically share the latest news with our subscribers first!

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SolKutTeR · 19. März 2024

Und da ist endlich der ersehnte Hinweis zur VR-Kompilierung für 2024.

Steamstorepage:

Riven von Cyan Worlds Inc

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. Riven is launching simultaneously on flatscreen and VR platforms later this year.

“Thank God you’ve returned… I need your help.”

With these words, Atrus asks you to undertake a perilous mission where your success is far from assured. Travel to Riven, a mysterious island-filled land on the verge of collapse, to rescue Atrus’ wife, Catherine. She is being held captive by Gehn, Atrus’ father and the self-declared overlord of Riven. Explore Riven, solve puzzles to reveal its mysteries, find Catherine, and make your escape.
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Intricate Storytelling and Mind-Bending Puzzles
Challenge your intellect with Riven's cunning puzzles woven through its narrative, offering a unique experience that unfolds as you delve deeper into the enigmatic world. You'll uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you unlock the secrets of Riven.

Immersive Environments and Stunning Graphics
Riven takes you on a journey through a world filled with surreal islands, each meticulously crafted with unparalleled attention to detail. From dense, lush jungles to awe-inspiring caverns, every corner will immerse you in an otherworldly adventure as you explore your surroundings and figure out where Catherine is- and how to escape.
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An Expanded World To Explore
Created by legendary indie developer Cyan Worlds, and based on the award-winning original release from 1997, Riven expands its epic narrative beyond both Myst AND the original edition of Riven. Encounter an immersive and visually stunning world, and discover intricate puzzles that will captivate newcomers as well as reveal new mysteries to uncover for long-time fans.

Fully Re-imagined Gaming Experience
Experience Riven like never before- with free movement through a real-time 3D environment. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer returning to rediscover the magic you felt the first time you visited Riven or a newcomer eager to explore Riven’s mysteries for the first time, this brand-new, re-imagined and expanded edition of Riven offers a deeper story, new captivating visuals, and a gaming experience that stays true to the original while also expanding Riven’s world.
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SolKutTeR · 24. April 2024 um 19:03 Uhr

Leider zwar kein VR-Gameplay, aber die VRückten unter euch können sich bereits ausmalen, in welche Richtung es gehen wird.

Thank God You've Returned... Riven is launching simultaneously on flatscreen and VR platforms later this year!

Riven is a meticulous, from-the-ground-up remake of the classic puzzle adventure game Riven: The Sequel to Myst (1997) developed for a new generation of players on Unreal Engine 5.

Wishlist Riven now on Steam and GOG!

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1712350/Riven/

GOG: https://www.gog.com/en/game/riven

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