Myha: Return to the Lost Island

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Myha: Return to the Lost Island is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Simon Says: Play! and was released on April 14, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

MYHA is a First Person Adventure game (Myst-like), part of a sci-fi series named The Black Cube (ASA: A Space Adventure...). Visit Myha, a moon in a far away solar system, and try to understand why you were teleported there.

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music3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a well-designed environment that encourages exploration.
Puzzles are challenging and require critical thinking, providing a satisfying experience when solved.
The atmosphere and music contribute to an immersive experience reminiscent of classic Myst-like games.

The day/night cycle can be frustrating, with visibility issues during nighttime and an inadequate flashlight.
Many puzzles lack clear logic or guidance, leading to confusion and reliance on walkthroughs.
Technical issues such as poor audio quality and performance problems detract from the overall experience.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and quality, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive visuals, varied terrain, and immersive environments. However, some players experienced issues with optimization and minor technical glitches, which could detract from the overall experience, especially in puzzle-solving scenarios. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's ambiance and enjoyment, making it a visually appealing experience.
- “The scenery and settings were beautiful, and the terrain was fairly varied for a geographically limited space.”
- “The graphics, the sounds, the movement, the environment, and the general 'feel' of the game was fantastic.”
- “I'm impressed with the quality of the graphics for a one-man team game.”
- “I am not sure exactly why I had such problems with visuals in this game.”
- “It's full of very challenging, not very intuitive puzzles which the graphics do little to help with.”
- “Playing at low quality on a laptop is a disadvantage to puzzle solving, not just visuals.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it confusing and lacking a clear narrative, while others appreciate its connection to the broader lore of the previous titles in the series. Although it can be enjoyed as a standalone experience, familiarity with earlier games enhances understanding of the plot and characters. Overall, the game is praised for its intriguing world and challenging puzzles, appealing particularly to fans of complex storytelling in adventure games.
- “Despite the lack of optimization with the real-time graphics and minor technical issues with the UI and audio (which weren't an obstacle to play and enjoy the whole game), Myha is a great puzzle game with an intriguing story and an interesting world.”
- “If you are a fan of Myst-style point-and-click and real-time 3D adventure exploration puzzle-solving games with an awesome sci-fi story (that is part of a much bigger universe, the Black Cube series), then I highly recommend picking this up!”
- “The plot didn't make any sense either; I didn't understand, there really wasn't a storyline to follow.”
- “Although Myha is a standalone game and can be played without playing the first two games, the plot, the background, and one of the characters make much more sense if you know the story of the first two games.”
- “I know nothing about the story or how the game actually is, because for whatever reason the developers decided that:”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its relaxing quality and effective implementation, enhancing the atmosphere of various locations. Unlike previous titles in the series, the music fades in and out rather than looping, encouraging players to take their time and engage more deeply with the experience. Overall, it contributes significantly to the game's immersive and contemplative nature.
- “The music here fades in and out, whereas in the other games in the black cube series, it tends to loop constantly.”
- “The music is perfect and truly adds great atmosphere to the different locations throughout the isle.”
- “I also liked how the music in this game was implemented.”
- “The music here fades in and out, whereas in the other games in the Black Cube series, it tends to loop constantly.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, "Myha" shows potential but suffers from significant stability issues, including crashes and freezes that detract from the gameplay experience. While some users note minor UI glitches, the prevailing sentiment is that these problems hinder enjoyment.
- “Myha looked promising, but it does crash and freeze up.”
- “The glitches make it too unstable and take away the fun.”
- “There are some minor glitches in the UI, but nothing too serious...”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay offers 10 to 15 hours of puzzle-solving, with additional time for exploration and discovering numerous secrets, enhancing the overall experience. The settings complement the gameplay, creating a cohesive and engaging environment for players.
- “Gameplay and settings are very much alike.”
- “Expect about 10 to 15 hours of gameplay to figure out the puzzles, more if you enjoy taking your time exploring.”
- “There are also many secrets to discover that will add to the gameplay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its exceptional music, which effectively complements the various locations throughout the isle, creating an immersive experience for players.
- “The music is perfect and truly adds great atmosphere to the different locations throughout the isle.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is flat and fails to evoke any real emotion or tension.”
- “The lack of environmental detail and sound design leaves the atmosphere feeling empty and unengaging.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While "myha" suffers from some optimization issues related to real-time graphics and minor technical glitches in the UI and audio, these do not significantly hinder the overall enjoyment of the game, which features engaging puzzles and a captivating narrative.
- “Despite the lack of optimization with the real-time graphics and minor technical issues with the UI and audio (which weren't obstacles to playing and enjoying the whole game), myha is a great puzzle game with an intriguing story and an interesting world.”

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Myha: Return to the Lost Island is a puzzle game.

Myha: Return to the Lost Island is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 15 hours playing Myha: Return to the Lost Island.

Myha: Return to the Lost Island was released on April 14, 2019.

Myha: Return to the Lost Island was developed by Simon Says: Play!.

Myha: Return to the Lost Island has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

Myha: Return to the Lost Island is a single player game.

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