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Myst: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Myst (1993): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Myst (1993) is a point-and-click, puzzle, adventure video game developed by Cyan Worlds, available on Atari2600, Philips CDI, PS3, Win Phone, PC, 3DO, Mac, Amiga. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 65/100 on IGDB.

What is Myst about?

Myst is a graphic adventure puzzle game developed by Cyan and released in 1993. Players explore a mysterious island filled with interactive environments, books, and clues that reveal its story. The gameplay focuses on solving logic-based puzzles and uncovering the fate of two trapped brothers. It features pre-rendered visuals and a non-linear structure that encourages exploration and observation.

Myst became one of the best-selling PC games of its era and influenced the adventure game genre.

Key details

Myst was released in 1993 and supports single player. Platforms: Atari2600, Philips CDI, PS3, Win Phone, PC, 3DO, Mac, Amiga. Developer: Cyan Worlds.

Should you play Myst?

Reviews are mixed, but Myst retains a dedicated player base among point-and-click, puzzle, adventure fans.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Myst?

Myst is a point-and-click, puzzle, adventure game by Cyan Worlds, released in 1993.

What platforms is Myst on?

Myst is available on Atari2600, Philips CDI, PS3, Win Phone, PC, 3DO, Mac, Amiga.

Is Myst good?

Myst has an aggregate score of 65/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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