In 1993, Cyan Worlds’ Myst modified PC gaming perpetually. Whereas few might get past the primary few puzzles, the pc rendered panorama and vibey music illustrated what might be squished into nascent CD-ROMs. It was the best-selling laptop sport till The Sims, and nonetheless instructions area to at the present time. Regardless of this, the collection has not had a brand new entry in some 20 years. And it appears this isn’t about to alter, because the studio offers a have a look at a sequel that isn’t meant to be.
“Over a 12 months in the past, the staff right here at Cyan spent about 4 months constructing a prototype for a brand new sport within the Myst universe,” posted the studio. “The prototype (and this teaser trailer made for it) have been purpose-built for publisher-eyes solely. For quite a lot of causes, this mission couldn’t transfer ahead on the time, BUT we’re nonetheless pleased with the work the staff did – so we’re sharing the teaser for the prototype with you all now.”
Within the teaser for “Undertaking Anglerfish,” we see Myst’s signature vistas, alluring structure, unstable crystals and a bespoke gentleman, who will surely by no means betray you, asking to your belief. He calls for that you simply ship to him a ebook, one of many highly effective Ages, which might create worlds in a single second and imprison you in one other.
Very like the more moderen remakes of Myst and Riven, the sport was developed utilizing Unreal Engine. It’s a good-looking wanting prototype, particularly the commanding character animations. It’s a pity {that a} accomplished model received’t see the sunshine of day. Anglerfish would have been the primary new entry within the collection since 2005’s Myst V.
Whereas the 2024 Riven remake was a intelligent reimagining of the unique basic, its gross sales didn’t stymie rounds of layoffs at Cyan Worlds. How a lot this pertains to Anglerfish’s cancellation is unsaid, although the teaser guarantees “extra experiences” within the Myst universe to come back. Right here’s hoping the Millers kick their AI curiosities earlier than then.
