Risen is an open-world action role-playing game for Windows developed by Piranha Bytes. Set on the mysterious volcanic island of Faranga, the story begins after a shipwreck leaves the protagonist stranded in a land filled with ancient ruins, dangerous creatures, and political tension. Players are free to explore the island, join different factions, and shape their character through choices and skill development.
The combat system blends melee weapons, ranged attacks, and magic spells, requiring careful timing and strategy. Dialogue choices influence quests and relationships, creating multiple paths through the narrative. The world is handcrafted with hidden treasures, secret dungeons, and meaningful side quests. Character progression is skill-based, allowing players to specialize as a warrior, mage, or hybrid build. With immersive atmosphere, challenging combat, and deep role-playing mechanics, Risen delivers a classic RPG experience for fans of exploration-driven fantasy adventures on Windows PC.
Features
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Open-world fantasy island setting.
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Multiple factions to join.
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Skill-based character progression.
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Real-time melee and magic combat.
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Branching dialogue and quest choices.
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Detailed handcrafted environments.
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Hidden dungeons and secrets.
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Meaningful side quests.
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Diverse enemies and boss fights.
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Immersive RPG storytelling.
System Requirements
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OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10.
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Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual Core CPU.
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Memory: 2 GB RAM.
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Graphics: 256 MB DirectX 9 compatible GPU.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c.
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Storage: 5 GB available space.
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible.
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Keyboard, mouse, or controller.
