Indie Game Myst FPS Merges Two 90s Classics for Hilarious Experience

The 90s were a decade of iconic video games that have since become cultural touchstones. Two of the most memorable titles from this era were Myst and Doom, both of which made a significant impact on the gaming world. Now, indie developers Peter Henningsen and Steven Noss have combined these two classics to create a hilarious first-person shooter experience called Myst FPS.

Myst was one of the most innovative titles of the 90s, earning the distinction of being the best-selling PC game of the decade. With its captivating story and challenging puzzles, it captured the hearts and minds of gamers everywhere. The game's sequel, Riven, doubled down on the franchise's lore and atmosphere, solidifying its status as one of the best puzzle games of all time.

Myst FPS takes place on the same island as the original game and features similar movements, allowing players to change the screen using the WASD keys. However, instead of puzzles and quiet contemplation, the game introduces first-person shooter mechanics that task players with taking down 100 bat-like demons. With only five lives and one gun, players must move quickly to eliminate the monsters before they themselves are killed.

While Myst FPS is not a serious attempt at recreating the classic Doom experience, it still manages to provide a fun and fast-paced experience that is sure to entertain. The game's jokes are clever and revolve mostly around the difficulty of the original Myst game unless a guide was used. For example, after killing a few demons, the game yells "Cerebral!" at the player and offers a link to Mensa International for those who manage to defeat all 100 enemies.

While the Myst franchise has faded from the limelight in recent years, Doom has maintained a strong presence in the gaming world, largely due to the modding community's efforts. Recently, Doom modders created a unique concept that involved fighting demons with love in a mod called Lover's Quarrel. Myst FPS now adds to this legacy by offering an entertaining take on the classic game.

Myst FPS is available for PC and can be downloaded for free from itch.io. While it may not be the most challenging game out there, it provides a fun and unique experience that is sure to delight fans of both Myst and Doom.