At a time when floppy disks were the standard, this was considered a risky move. This made Myst one of the first computer video games to be released only on CD-ROM. Due to the technical requirements of the game, it could not be released on floppy disk. Developers at Cyan created a highly detailed world that could be explored from every angle. The use of QuickTime video helped create a visually realistic world.įor the time period, Myst was visually remarkable. Rather than animating characters, the developers filmed mini-movies with real actors which would be activated when triggered by the player.
Each of these characters appears trapped inside magical books and they provided insight into the game's lore. Aside from the player, the game contains only three characters: brothers Sirrus and Achenar, and their father Atrus. Myst stood apart from other adventure games by containing very little dialog. Scattered around the island are puzzles that the player must solve in order to return home. Upon arriving on the island, little information is given on how to proceed and, instead, the player is given the freedom to explore the island however he wishes.
In this point-and-click adventure game, players assume the role of a nameless and faceless character referred to as "The Stranger." Cyan deliberately gave little information about This character because they wanted players to insert themselves into the role of The Stranger.Īfter discovering a magical book, known in the game as "linking books," The Stranger is transported to a mysterious island called Myst. Created in 1993 by brothers Robyn and Rand Miller through their company Cyan, Myst is one of the best-selling video games of all time.
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