Myst

$30, Nintendo DS

Teaches: logic, reading

CTR Rating: 68%

CTR Review

Unless you're eager to play one of the classic exploration games of all time, it's best to pass on this state-of-the-art 1980's style game for the Nintendo DS, despite the ease of the touch screen. In the story, you're stranded on a mysterious island when you come upon a book titled Myst, and you have no idea how old it is or where it came from. You read through the book and are provided with a description of an island world. As you search the island by choosing directions, multiple-choice style, you will solve mysteries and puzzles which will "challenge your skills of perception and thought". The game features six worlds, called ages, including Stoneship and Channelwood. Borrow it if you're a game historian. Otherwise, pass. Originally created by Cyan.