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ARRRRGH!

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 8 / 12
Date: May 15, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Having thoroughly enjoyed both Myst and Riven, I was really looking forward to this game. Lucky me, I got the Myst3 Collector's Edition as a gift -- I was dying to get lost in it for a few hours...BUT I CAN'T RUN THE DARN THING ON MY COMPUTER! True, I don't have the latest and greatest computer, but my system exceeds the stated minimum requirements, and if I can't run it, there are a LOT of people out there who are going to be disappointed. I have a Dell Dimension 400 MHz, 192 MB RAM, 10x DVD-ROM, and an adequate ATI Rage Pro (Xpert 98) 8 MB video card (which supports 32-bit color). I checked, and I have the latest driver for my card. I upgraded to DirectX 8.0 and got the latest version of QuickTime. The first time I ran it, I sat through Atrus' introduction, and had Catherine tell me to wait for Atrus (yes, the graphics were stunning, and I did enjoy the "free-look" feature, which allowed me to look around even while Catherine spoke to me)...but then...NOTHING. The game froze, then threw me out. I consulted the FAQ on Ubisoft's website, turned off my DVD-ROM's read-ahead function, and turned off my video card's accelerator (which, though recommended, would apparently decrease my viewing pleasure somewhat...not that I can run the game to find out). I also switched my graphic rendering option to "software" as suggested (again, not taking advantage of my video card's 3D rendering features). I even unplugged my CD burner. After all that, now I can't start the game AT ALL. Double-clicking on the Myst3 icon gets me a small intro graphic, a black screen, then a silent crash to my desktop. No courtesy error message...nothing. Just my desktop.

As I was writing this review, I discovered that Ubisoft released a patch tonight (I swear it wasn't there three hours ago when I started this journey), which promised relief from some of the reported errors (like having a drive lettered higher than H). I eagerly downloaded this patch, to no avail. Still nada.

On the plus side, the soundtrack included in the Collector's Edition provided appropriately gloomy atmospherics for my installation travails (complete with suspenseful interludes for each of my fruitless fixes). Wait, there's more -- I also have the "Making of Exile" CD-ROM to occupy a half hour of my time, and, if I can't play the game, the "Strategy Guide" to tell me what I'm missing.

In short, although I'm sure there's a great game in here, I'm disappointed that the most challenging part seems to be getting it to run on a perfectly adequate machine. I've got my fingers crossed for an effective patch, but this is just too much work.

Just the beginning...

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: May 10, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I purchased the game yesterday and did a full install. Immediately I was bit by the 'Insert CD 1' message problem. This was quickly solved by a trip to theMyst 3 tech support page and reading the FAQ (I suggest you read through this before buying or installing the game). I was immediately off and on my way. Being a big fan or the original, and being disappointed by Rivan, I had an open mind about what to expect. I was not disappointed. The first puzzle was very Myst-like. That is about as far as I've gotten.

Technically, the game is beautiful as its predecessors. I haven't run into any bugs, yet. My only complaint is that the quick panning during the cut scenes blurs the pictures. I have a P4 1.4GH, 128MB and a GeForce32 video card. My recommendation is, if you are a Myst fan, buy it now. If not, wait.

Succeeds at being the most immersive...

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: May 11, 2001
Author: Amazon User

...technically advanced installment in the myst series. I was a bit clumsy with active-panning feature at first, but it didn't take long to get used to, and it definately enhanced the gameplay. I personally didn't have any installation problems, but I'm running Exile on a Mac G4.

There are some parts where the live action segments are a bit blurred by the 360-pan feature, but I'd have to say that it is much more integrated into the than in myst or riven. The opening sequence right before you link to J'anin (or however you spell it) was an interesting surprise. Poor old atrus :) tee hee

riven, where are you

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: December 02, 2001
Author: Amazon User

After having played Myst and Riven (although in reverse order), I was very excited about Myst III, only to be very disappointed.

Yes, like Hollywood films, the effects are great and the graphics are well rendered, but the story was lacking. What I loved about Riven was that the puzzles had a global importance which was well integrated into the story. There was a clear separation between the cold, scientific creations of Gehn and the more mystical, organic ones of the rebels, and yet the two intertwined beautifully throughout the game.

Unfortunately with Myst III, the puzzles are isolated and seem incidental to any story. The puzzles themselves are not very challenging and you don't have to look very far or think very hard for clues (maybe some people consider this a plus).

I did really enjoy the graphics and the 360 degree panning was perfect. Now if only they would marry the technical excellence of Myst III with the well-crafted storyline of Riven!

I wanted to re-visit Myst again....

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: February 22, 2002
Author: Amazon User

....eight years after the original masterpiece in 1993, but it just didn't have enough to hold my interest for very long.

It starts out well, with the QuickTime integrated movies and beautiful artwork, compelling storyline, revolving around a man who's novels are actually mystic links to other "ages," just as the previous two games. But Myst III is nothing new, albeit probably an improvement over Riven...which isn't saying a whole lot. (Riven was too lengthy and cryptic regarding the puzzles to enjoy in my opinion).

Exile did a good job of adding to the Myst series, it actually is an enjoyable adventure game. Don't listen to the pretentious people out there who call themselves "gamers" and steer you away from it if you liked the original. It's just that the awe of Myst has worn off after so many new steps in technology
and newer 3D games that blow it away in terms of it's engineering and multimedia immersion since 1993.

But I commend UBI Soft for not putting out a complete piece of garbage just to make some money off of the franchise name, which they could've easily done. Instead they've made an enjoyable adventure game that's very fantastical and immersive.

Won't Function on Most Computers

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 8 / 13
Date: May 28, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I would love to play this game however the designers forgot to make sure it worked with some of the biggest names in computing. All my desktops utilize a INTEL digital display card. This game will NOT work with Intel. Their web site suggests that you buy it and wait for a fix. I suggest you save your money.

Dont buy this bug-ridden game!!!

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: May 20, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I was anxious to get this new game as I loved Myst1 and Riven, but now that I have Myst3 I am thoroughly disappointed. The game cannot run because I have an "Intel-based chipset". Gee, I wonder if others have one too??? The technical support website (the phone line, of course, is not open during weekend hours when everyone is trying to play the game) says that a patch will be available shortly(no estimated date given)and users should not return the product. I am going to give them one week before I insist on getting my money back. I noticed multiple patches for their other products on their websites. Obviously, this company does not test their products well before release. I agree with another critic that after almost 10 years of Win95 based games and thousands of game releases, why can't you get a game as popular as this one right before mass release. Others seem to have had a good experience once they got the game running, but that does not excuse the company from producing such bad software. Creativity is one thing, but the darn thing has to work for the average user. I may end up playing this game one day, but regardless of how good it is eventually my user experience can be summed up with two words...IT STINKS!

More problems than anything I have ever incountered before.

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: May 17, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I have a computer system that isnt even 2 months old yet. I have a PIII and 128 megs of RAM...I put in an Elsa Gladiac Ultra video card that had 64 megs of ram on it...This computer is beefy and can handle most anything...I bought this game and from the very start had problems with it...Installation was a NIGHTMARE!! After finally thinking I had it installed I atteped to play the game...All was well for about 5 minutes..I made it through the opening movie and two clicks of the mouse when the game just decided it didnt want to play anymore. I then uninstalled it. I was relly looking forward to this realese since Im a huge fan of the Myst series...I believe they tried to go to gold code a little to quickly to get the product out the door....I could of waited for a better product.

No support

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: May 16, 2001
Author: Amazon User

First purchase of the game was defective, and second purchase did install, but crashed,then wouldn't reinstall. Their tech support is a long distance call with about 15 minutes of wait time only to talk to a tech who doesnt have a clue. These companies must stop selling beta versions of their software to the public. Never purchase UBI again.

Gorgeous Execution for Macintosh Users

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: May 13, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Gotta take a poke at all the PeeCees crashing out there. This game runs beautifully and fluidly on my Macintosh G4 with ZERO problems encountered. Awwww! I feel so bad for you.

That aside, the game is incredible, and the 360 degree panoramas are a major improvement. My only complaint is that some of the texture mapping isn't as good as Riven's, and often the colors are too garish. Still the game will absorb you and is a pleasure to play.

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