September 2, 2025 – MicroProse and Defy Reality Entertainment are excited to announce that Neyyah, the atmospheric first-person point-and-click adventure, is officially out now on Steam.
Review keys are available right now.
A love letter to the legendary puzzle adventures of the 1990s, Neyyah transports players to a strange world of abandoned islands, bizarre cultures, and intricate machinery. Designed for fans of games like Myst and Riven, Neyyah combines rich pre-rendered visuals, environmental storytelling, and brain-teasing puzzles to create a truly timeless experience.
About the Game
You awaken from a dream to find yourself in Olujay, sent away by the enigmatic Vamir to the mysterious chain of islands known as Neyyah. What begins as a desperate attempt at safety soon unravels into a journey filled with cryptic devices, hidden histories, and questions of truth and belief. To return, you’ll need to master the world around you, piecing together clues across Neyyah’s surreal landscapes.
Key Features
🔍 A richly detailed world – Pre-rendered visuals and atmospheric design bring Neyyah’s landscapes to life.
🧩 Puzzles of logic and observation – Every device, symbol, and sound has meaning waiting to be uncovered.
🎵 Immersive audio – An original soundtrack and ambient sound design deepen the sense of exploration.
🖱 Classic point-and-click interface – Modernized with cursor feedback and multiple transition settings.
🚪 Faster travel options – Explore at your pace with adjustable movement and skip options.
📖 A story of mystery and meaning – Themes of perception, truth, and hidden histories run deep through the narrative.
A Modern Journey with a Classic Soul
“Neyyah has been a labor of love for years,” said Aaron Gwynaire, creator at Defy Reality Entertainment. “It’s my tribute to the games that inspired me, but also my attempt to create something new and deeply personal. I can’t wait for players to finally explore this world for themselves.”
Available NowNeyyah is available today on Steam. Players can step into its mysterious world right now.
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Defy Reality Entertainment is an Australian game development company run by Aaron Gwynaire and Nanci Nott. Neyyah - the brainchild of Aaron Gwynaire - was entirely self-funded until MicroProse signed on as Neyyah’s publisher in 2021. In 2023, Defy Reality received funding from Screen Australia, facilitating the production of Neyyah’s cut-scenes.