Risen is a single-player action role-playing game developed by Piranha Bytes. Set on the volcanic island of Faranga, the game places players in the role of a shipwrecked hero caught between warring factions and ancient forces. With a world rich in atmosphere, a reactive environment, and deep character progression, Risen delivers a gritty and immersive fantasy experience where every decision influences your journey and alliances.

Key Features

• Open-World Exploration
  Discover the mysterious island of Faranga, filled with hidden treasures, dungeons, and secrets. The seamless world design encourages exploration without loading screens between major areas.

• Choice and Consequence
  Your decisions impact faction alliances, quest outcomes, and story progression. Join one of three main factions, each offering unique quests, skills, and gameplay styles.

• Dynamic Combat System
  Engage in tactical melee, ranged, or magical combat. Timing, positioning, and skill choice are crucial for success.

• Character Progression
  Develop your hero through customizable skills, attributes, and equipment. Train under masters from different factions to shape your playstyle.

• Immersive Atmosphere
  Experience a detailed world with day-night cycles, weather effects, and an ambient soundtrack that enhances the island’s mysterious tone.

• Story-Driven Adventure
  Encounter compelling NPCs with distinct personalities and moral complexity as you uncover the secrets of the ancient ruins and the powers that lie beneath the island.

• Classic RPG Feel
  From exploration to dialogue choices, Risen embraces the spirit of old-school role-playing games while offering refined visuals and immersive design.