Myst in Retrospect: A Journey Through the Ages

by John W. Allie

Twenty years have passed since the first players set foot on Myst Island. Spanning six games and three novels, the series has had an incredible run, yet remains somehow ahead of its time.

In this collection of essays, longtime fan John Allie provides his personal thoughts and criticisms of the series, exploring the good and the bad, the sublime and the bizarre. It's a journey that's familiar yet new, part nostalgic ramble, part retrospective. You'll never see the series the same way again.

136 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 31, 2017

Reviews

[Blurt · Rating 5 out of 5]

A clear-eyed review of the Myst universe

A fairly comprehensive yet succinct review of the Myst universe by an author who has an obvious affection for the series, the book is also an engaging trip down memory lane for longtime fans. The chapter on the music found in the series is a welcome bonus; as an inveterate fan of the series, I had not before seen a discussion of its scores and soundtracks. Perhaps the inclusion of a short review of the Myst board game would have been appropriate, too. Reading this short book has now made me want to get my hands on the updated, recently released remastered versions of all these games (available in a single package). Well done, Mr. Allie, and thank you!

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great and deep discussion of the Myst world (including games, books, music, comics). Fairly critical but shows a deliberate approach to deciding what worked and what didn't.

[Mark Schiffer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gave me exactly what I wanted, a critical and enjoyable collection of essays examine every piece of media in the Myst franchise. Loved it.