the Myst games! are they good!

Uncle Merry · 11-27-2003, 10:44 PM

Hey, I want to get a good game for my little brother for X mes, but not a violent one, and I just found the Myst series, I was wondering if anyone could tell me what there like. Are they one of those slide-show like games and not first-person!

Thanks.
Uncle Merry.

Mirahzi · 11-28-2003, 12:58 AM

From what I remember, they're pretty complex. Basically, the player runs around an environment solving various puzzles.

Also, the games, especially the most recent, tend to be graphic-heavy, so capable hardware is advised. I assume you're looking for a PC game?

How old is your brother?

thranduil · 11-28-2003, 03:07 AM

Myst is a game of discovering and puzzle solving. Its very difficult, and requires alot of work. Its not violent at all, and there isn't any interaction with any other charachters (as I remember). So if you have a brother whos into thinking and solving theyre perfect. But if he has a.d.d. or something he will hate this game. The game requires lots of dedication and if your not someone who can concentrate it will come off as a very boring game. Hope I helped

hectorberlioz · 11-28-2003, 03:13 AM

I played some of the first one.
very cool and unique. but really hard.
ton of concentration involved.

***Sister Golden Hair*** · 11-28-2003, 10:56 AM

Moving to the Entertainment forum.

Uncle Merry · 11-28-2003, 04:00 PM

Thanks guys, that's all good to know. Does anyone know if it's first-person!

hectorberlioz · 11-29-2003, 02:12 AM

the first one is first person if i remember correctly....
yep

it is.

Anglorfin · 01-16-2004, 01:17 PM

On a related note, I bought Uru; Ages Beyond Myst a month ago and it doesn't dissappoint. I have yet to try it out but there is an online feature where puzzles will constantly be added. The graphics are amazing, even when they are not at full strength. The landscsapes and world design is one of the best aspects of this game, along with teh obvious puzzle solving mystery behind it. There is a good (and sad) story that ties everything together too.

11-27-2003, 10:44 PM	#1
Uncle Merry Sapling Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: My home. Posts: 7	the Myst games! are they good! Hey, I want to get a good game for my little brother for X mes, but not a violent one, and I just found the Myst series, I was wondering if anyone could tell me what there like. Are they one of those slide-show like games and not first-person! Thanks. Uncle Merry. __________________ "And then What?" said her deamon sleepily?" Build What". "The Republic of Hevean" said Lyra.

11-28-2003, 12:58 AM	#2
Mirahzi Elf Lord Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,286	From what I remember, they're pretty complex. Basically, the player runs around an environment solving various puzzles. Also, the games, especially the most recent, tend to be graphic-heavy, so capable hardware is advised. I assume you're looking for a PC game? How old is your brother? __________________ "For the less even as for the greater there is some deed that he may accomplish but once only; and in that deed his heart shall rest." - Fëanor

11-28-2003, 03:13 AM	#4
hectorberlioz Master of Orchestration President Emeritus of Entmoot 2004-2008 Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Lost in the Opera House Posts: 9,328	I played some of the first one. very cool and unique. but really hard. ton of concentration involved. __________________ ACALEWIA- President of Entmoot hectorberlioz- Vice President of Entmoot Acaly und Hektor fur Presidants fur EntMut fur life! Join the discussion at Entmoot Election 2010. "Stupidissimo!"~Toscanini The Da CINDY Code The Epic Poem Of The Balrog of Entmoot: Here ~NEW! ~ Thinking of summer vacation? AboutNewJersey.com - NJ Travel & Tourism Guide

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11-28-2003, 04:00 PM	#6
Uncle Merry Sapling Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: My home. Posts: 7	Thanks guys... Thanks guys, that's all good to know. Does anyone know if it's first-person! __________________ "And then What?" said her deamon sleepily?" Build What". "The Republic of Hevean" said Lyra.

11-28-2003, 03:07 AM	#3
thranduil Elven Warrior Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 345	Myst is a game of discovering and puzzle solving. Its very difficult, and requires alot of work. Its not violent at all, and there isn't any interaction with any other charachters (as I remember). So if you have a brother whos into thinking and solving theyre perfect. But if he has a.d.d. or something he will hate this game. The game requires lots of dedication and if your not someone who can concentrate it will come off as a very boring game. Hope I helped

11-29-2003, 02:12 AM	#7
hectorberlioz Master of Orchestration President Emeritus of Entmoot 2004-2008 Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Lost in the Opera House Posts: 9,328	the first one is first person if i remember correctly.... yep it is. __________________ ACALEWIA- President of Entmoot hectorberlioz- Vice President of Entmoot Acaly und Hektor fur Presidants fur EntMut fur life! Join the discussion at Entmoot Election 2010. "Stupidissimo!"~Toscanini The Da CINDY Code The Epic Poem Of The Balrog of Entmoot: Here ~NEW! ~ Thinking of summer vacation? AboutNewJersey.com - NJ Travel & Tourism Guide

01-16-2004, 01:17 PM	#8
Anglorfin Alasailon Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: college Posts: 861	On a related note, I bought Uru; Ages Beyond Myst a month ago and it doesn't dissappoint. I have yet to try it out but there is an online feature where puzzles will constantly be added. The graphics are amazing, even when they are not at full strength. The landscsapes and world design is one of the best aspects of this game, along with teh obvious puzzle solving mystery behind it. There is a good (and sad) story that ties everything together too. __________________ "and then this hobbit was walking, and then this elf jumped out of a bush and totally flipped out on him while wailing on his guitar." "Anglorfin was tall and straight; his hair was of shining gold, his face fair and young and fearless and full of anger; his eyes were bright and keen, and his voice like music; on his brow sat wisdom, and in his hand was great skill."

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