Myst (1993)
3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Amiga · Atari 2600 · Atari Jaguar CD · LaserActive · Mac · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Philips CD-i · PlayStation · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation Portable · Sega Saturn · Windows Mobile · Windows Phone
3.57 from 888 ratings
2292 members have it in their collection · 33 playing now · 693 backlogged · 389 wish listed
How long? Main story 10h · with extras 10h · 100% 5h (from 9 logged playthroughs)
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.
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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.
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Details
- Developers
- Cyan Worlds
- Publishers
- Acclaim Entertainment, Brøderbund Software, Mean Hamster Software, PXL computers, Panasonic Software Company, Philips Interactive Media, Psygnosis Limited, Sega Enterprises, Inc., SoftBank, Sun Corporation, Tec Toy
- Genres
- Adventure, Point-and-click, Puzzle
- Themes
- Fantasy, Mystery, Science fiction
- Franchises
- Myst
- Series
- Myst
- Steam
- View on Steam
Release dates
- Sep 24, 1993 (Full Release) (North_America) Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Nov 22, 1994 (Full Release) (Japan) Sega Saturn
- Jan 27, 1995 (Full Release) (Japan) PlayStation
- Mar 17, 1995 (Full Release) (North_America) 3DO Interactive Multiplayer
- Apr 14, 1995 (Full Release) (Japan) 3DO Interactive Multiplayer
- Jun 1995 (Cancelled) (Worldwide) LaserActive
- Oct 06, 1995 (Full Release) (Europe) Sega Saturn
- Oct 27, 1995 (Full Release) (North_America) Sega Saturn
- Dec 14, 1995 (Full Release) (North_America) Atari Jaguar CD
- 1995 (Full Release) (Europe) 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, Atari Jaguar CD
- May 1996 (Full Release) (Brazil) Sega Saturn
- Sep 30, 1996 (Full Release) (North_America) PlayStation
- Nov 1996 (Full Release) (Europe) PlayStation
- 1996 (Full Release) (North_America) Philips CD-i
- 1996 (Full Release) (Europe) Philips CD-i
- 1997 (Full Release) (Europe) Amiga
- 1997 (Full Release) (North_America) Amiga
- Mar 02, 2005 (Full Release) (North_America) Windows Mobile
- Feb 08, 2012 (Digital Compatibility Release) (Japan) PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable
Also available on
- Myst: Masterpiece Edition (1999) · MAC, PC
- Myst (2006) · PSP
- Myst (2007) · DS
- Myst (2010) · 3DS, DS
- Myst (2012) · 3DS
- Myst Mobile (2023) · iOS
- Myst (2025) · PS4, PS5
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Rating distribution
5 stars
204
4 stars
286
3 stars
249
2 stars
111
1 star
37
Community All Reviews Statuses
Status SuperFieroStatus Jul 1, 2025
I enjoyed Myst from mostly a historic perspective. I mostly got in my own way in regards to the puzzles, which were almost always way easier than I expected. But I would be picking apart the number of bottles on a shelf when in reality the answer was simply a button sitting just under the shelf.
The whole reason to …
I enjoyed Myst from mostly a historic perspective. I mostly got in my own way in regards to the puzzles, which were almost always way easier than I expected. But I would be picking apart the number of bottles on a shelf when in reality the answer was simply a button sitting just under the shelf.
The whole reason to play this was to prepare for Riven, which has been a white whale for me. I understand it's much longer and more difficult, but I think Myst helped me get in the heads of the developers, which is what I needed.
Status SuperFieroStatus Jun 23, 2025
So far my biggest issue has been overthinking puzzles. "Maybe the 3 green bottles in a row are a clue!" No, they're not.
In fact, one of the ages threw me for a real loop (
So far my biggest issue has been overthinking puzzles. "Maybe the 3 green bottles in a row are a clue!" No, they're not.
In fact, one of the ages threw me for a real loop (
Status internpepper Jun 10, 2025
An incredibly challenging adventure game, but the puzzles were always interesting and felt rewarding to solve (except the maze. Stupid maze). This has a great atmospheric feel to it as you learn about the Myst island and learn about brothers in the blue and red pages. And if that wasn't enough, they even drop sequel bait in the ending. I …
Read moreAn incredibly challenging adventure game, but the puzzles were always interesting and felt rewarding to solve (except the maze. Stupid maze). This has a great atmospheric feel to it as you learn about the Myst island and learn about brothers in the blue and red pages. And if that wasn't enough, they even drop sequel bait in the ending. I can't wait to play the other games in the series, and it was fun getting all the alternate endings as well. I was going to complain about there being no credits, but then realized you get credits whenever you quit the game. I played the original 1993 version and had a great time. Maybe I'll try the remake later on.
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Status SuperFieroStatus Jun 5, 2025
A very, very long time ago I "played" this with a friend. By "played" I mean he told me where to go and what to do and I just poked at puzzles and he told me the answers when it got too hard (so basically everything for high school me).
I played (actually played this time) Myst III in high …
A very, very long time ago I "played" this with a friend. By "played" I mean he told me where to go and what to do and I just poked at puzzles and he told me the answers when it got too hard (so basically everything for high school me).
I played (actually played this time) Myst III in high school, too, and got very far into it. Then I accidentally formatted the wrong hard drive and lost everything. Always wanted to replay, but I'm thinking maybe I'll start from the beginning here.
Status internpepper May 15, 2025
This game is incredibly immersive, which is wild because it drops you in without any idea what's going on. Oddly enough, it makes me want to learn more. Why do pages of books give me TV static videos of 90s acting?
Status BMO Sep 26, 2024
If not for the fact that I own many of these, this is a fantastic bundle and I would potentially pick it up:
One thing to note, I feel like Humble Bundle prices have generally gone up about $10. They used to regularly be in the teens, especially for collections of older games, but lately they seem …
If not for the fact that I own many of these, this is a fantastic bundle and I would potentially pick it up:
One thing to note, I feel like Humble Bundle prices have generally gone up about $10. They used to regularly be in the teens, especially for collections of older games, but lately they seem to be in the $20-$30 range. Given Ziff Davis reduced the split that can go to charity, it feels less like that price increase was for the charities and more that it’s going to line corporate pockets.
Status dylanado Dec 21, 2018
I am really enjoying playing Myst with my wife and kids. I got pretty far into the game back when it came out, but hit some walls. I am having a much easier time as an adult!
It has kept the attention of my wife and small kids, not an easy feat! They really like trying to solve the puzzles. …
I am really enjoying playing Myst with my wife and kids. I got pretty far into the game back when it came out, but hit some walls. I am having a much easier time as an adult!
It has kept the attention of my wife and small kids, not an easy feat! They really like trying to solve the puzzles. We are about half way through now. I can't wait to finally beat this game after so many years.