Myst

Who would of thought that at a time of first-person-shoot-em-up games that such an intriguing game with no blood, death, or inventory would be such a hit? Perhaps it is the constant aura of mystery that glows about the Myst world....or maybe it's the detail and care in the puzzles and graphics...or maybe it's because it's just plain fun. Either way, I think that you and I will both agree, that Myst and it's sequel, Riven, are both works of art and will always be games to remember.

Myst is among the most popular games in the industry. Myst's is a great starter game for new computer owners because of it's depth of play, simplistic installation, and easy start time.

Lacking the standard gore, blood, bombs or lasers, Myst still "sucks you in" with mystery and plot.

Just install and play! No books filled with complex commands. A notable feature of the game is an almost total lack of documentation. The controls are simple and you learn your own background while playing the game.

Be Careful with "Spoilers" Myst focuses intensively on puzzles with a variety of complexities. Unlike other action oriented games that are still challenging after reading a hint-book, Myst is truely spoiled. Once a puzzle is solved you have unlocked that portion of the game. Some puzzles are so complex they may be frustrating for all but the most dedicated problem solvers, so keep a hint book handy if you want to keep moving.

OK....I have to say that I accidentally ruined my Myst experience. Don't buy the hint books, if you really want to love the game. If you need hints, go to an online hint guide or something, because you don't have to see it all at once. The game is great. Wonderful graphics, cool puzzles, great plot (we on the Riven Lyst are debating which is better, the plot of Riven or Myst. They are both cool). If you think this game is a normal computer game, think again. It's not. You can get addicted to other games, but not this one. You can't get sucked into other games, unlike Myst. At the beginning, you are literally sucked into a book. Speaking of books, I suggest reading the books that go along with this game. No, not the hint guides, the novels (Myst: the Book of Atrus, Myst: the Book of Ti'ana, Myst: the Book of D'ni) They explain all that is left a mystery at the end of the game. Which is a lot. Also play Riven. Many people eagerly awaited the sequel, and there it is. Buy both. I've...Read more