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Exploring every age in the myst franchise retrospective

A Community Reflects on the Myst Franchise | Opinions on Ages Emerge

By

Fatima El-Hawari

Oct 13, 2025, 12:40 AM

Edited By

Chloe Zhao

Updated

Oct 13, 2025, 07:04 PM

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Various ages from the Myst games showing iconic landscapes and elements from each game

A lively chat among Myst fans took place recently, covering the iconic series' various ages. With players sharing strong views on rankings, the conversation reveals sharp divides and unexpected agreements, sparking a vibrant debate.

Players Share Their Thoughts

Last Thursday, players of the Myst franchise gathered online to share their reflections on each age. The discussions highlighted the game's impact and the emotional connections fans have formed over time.

Age Rankings Stir Debate

A tier list from the discussions prompted both acclaim and dissent. Players organized the ages into categories:

  • S Tier: Myst, Riven, Amateria, Narayan, Ahnonay

  • A Tier: Channelwood, Stoneship, Edanna, Gahreesen

  • B Tier: Selenitic, Mechanical, Relto

  • C Tier: Haven, Eder Kemo

  • D Tier: Tay, Dreamworld, Eder Gira

One commenter remarked, "Great to see you actually put together the tier list!" They also noted, "You missed an age that I know for a fact you visited Ahnonayโ€™s Cathedral!" This emphasizes the depth of exploration within the game.

Mixed Reactions Spark Insight

While many praised certain ages, confusion arose around others. For instance, a user suggested Edanna doesn't quite deserve its current rank, stating, "I loved Gahreesen, A tier for me! The tech issues you had with it may have robbed some of the wow factor for this dynamic age." Additionally, another fan complained about the Earth age, expressing, "Why canโ€™t Earth be categorized?"

"Voltaic got done dirty. What a cool world."

Community Sentiment Highlights

Fans' insights reflect a variety of sentiments about the franchise:

  • Nostalgic Praise: Many enjoy the rich atmospheres and storytelling found in the franchise's ages.

  • Technical Concerns: Players voiced opinions on navigation difficulties, particularly in Edanna and Gahreesen.

  • Reconsidering Rankings: Comments revealed some believe Tay should have a higher rank due to the remake's improvements.

Key Insights

  • โ€ป "This sets dangerous precedent" - Top commenter.

  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ "This is fun! My opinion you didnโ€™t ask for: Love Amateria but wouldnโ€™t be S tier for me."

  • ๐Ÿ” Community discussions indicate an interest in future games, perhaps to address these concerns.

Fans are eager for the developers to consider this feedback as they plan new titles. Will they incorporate user nostalgia while presenting innovative gameplay? The conversation continues to evolve and illustrate the community's passions.