Journey to a far off island for an adventure you'll never forget.
In Myst you play as yourself, you have stumbled upon a strange book, and inside there is a moving picture that reveals an island out in the middle of a vast ocean. Curiously you touch the picture and everything goes black. When you come to you find yourself on the dock that was connected to the island in the picture. Now you must learn more of your situation and uncover the mysteries of the seemingly abandoned island.
The gameplay in Myst is fairly simple, but at the same time difficult. In order to progress through the game's unfolding story you must solve puzzles in order to unlock new worlds where you will find more answers. Solving these puzzles can be difficult, but fortunately the controls are simply moving and clicking with your mouse so while the puzzles can be frustrating they can be easily manipulated.
The graphics in Myst were excellent for their time; though they have been surpassed by their sequels and the 3D remake realMyst. Even so in 1993 graphics like those in Myst were unheard of; I remember being in awe of them myself. Every object has been detailed right down to the last screw and wood splinter, and as a result is absolutely amazing to look at. Also Myst features some live action scenes where actual people play out the parts of certain characters. The only actors are the Miller brothers, but they do a very good job.
Myst features very atmospheric and immersive audio. Whether it's the strong wind of Myst island blowing in your ears, or the haunting melody in the planetarium Myst will draw you into its world with its audio just as much as its graphics.
Myst is an adventure game that no one should miss. If you don't like puzzles then it might be best if you give Myst a pass, because you have to have the patience to solve these puzzles to experience all that this wondrous adventure has to offer.