Beckett time paradox

Mortimer Beckett and the Time Paradox (PC CD) Platform: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 Condition: New Other versions of this game available from us: Platform: Pre-Owned/Used: Very Good Condition copies available Product Description Mortimer Beckett and the Time Paradox (PC CD)

CC Entertainment brings you digital downloadable games. This item is a code which you redeem in order to download the relevant title.Codes will automatically be sent via email once payment has been received. Internet connectivity will be required in order to download this product. To redeem the code: create anaccount with the relevant code type (Steam, Uplay, Origin, GOG.com, Official website is the game developer actual site, Battle.net, ubi.com or Rockstar Social Club) Redeem your code Start your download If you have any problems using these codes please mail the CC Entertainment Support Team Description: The worlds most irreverent co-op action adventure returns! In the next chapter of Magicka, players ascend from the ruins of Aldrheim to experience a Midgård almost wiped free of Wizards after the Wizard Wars, with the few that do remain having either gone mad or extremely hostile toward all others.To rid the world of evil, again, up to four Wizards, and their guide Vlad, will traverse Midgård armed with the next iteration of the famous Magicka dynamic spellcasting system, as players reprise their roles as the most overpowered, unpredictably funny Wizards ever known to fantasy! Learn to Spell Again As an all-powerful Wizard, you will have thousands of spells at your fingertips to experiment and defeat evil with, use them together with special Magicks to annihilate foes or give necessary aid to your companions. Combine up to five elements at a time and work together withor againstyour friends for that full Magicka co-op experience. Four Player Friendly Fire Compatible Co-op Full co-op support! All levels and game modes in Magicka 2 will be supported for four player co-op with hot join, checkpoints, and other supportive features and functionality. Friendly fire is always on, promoting emergent gameplay humor as players accidentally hurt or kill their friends in their attempts to annihilate enemies. Be the Wizard You Want to Be! With tons of robes, staffs, and weapons you can play as the robed Wizard of your choice to wreak havoc amongst hordes of fantasy creatures as you see fit. Magicka 2's dynamic spellcasting system can be used in many different ways, offering hours of experimentation for players to figure out which spells belong in their repertoire. Add both co-op and friendly fire on top of that and you have a recipe for hilarious disasters. Replay the Next Chapter with Artifacts Magicka 2 offers players a story-driven campaign mode set in a lush fantasy world influenced heavily by Nordic folklore. New to the franchise are "Artifacts," which act as different switches and options for players to customize and change the gameplay experience, adding more replayability when utilized. System Requirements Minimum: OS: Windows 7 or Windows 8 Processor: CPU: 3GHz Dual Core (Intel Pentium G3220 or higher / AMD A4-4000 or higher) Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 550 or better / ATI Radeon HD 5850 or better Hard Drive: 3 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card Recommended: OS: Windows 7 or Windows 8 Processor: 2.8GHz Quad Core (Intel Core i5-2300 or higher / AMD A8-3850 or higher) Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 640 or better / ATI Radeon HD 6670 or better Hard Drive: 3 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card Paradox Interactive, MAGICKA® Copyright© [2015] Paradox Interactive AB All rights reserved. www.paradoxplaza.com

Experience the mind bending power of single player cooperation. Project Temporality is a third person action/puzzle game built around the concept of allowing the player to play with time. Thanks to our proprietary engine Sparta 3D we make the fourth dimension as available as the other three. Just as with a VCR you can rewind time or fast-forward through it seamlessly. Combining this and our time line concept you will solve mind-bending puzzles, by giving yourself a helping hand. Any time you need a friend, you can be that friend. Create a new timeline at any time/any place there are no restrictions. This game is all about giving you full freedom in four dimensions. Solve puzzles involving lasers, mirrors, force fields, trap doors, platforms, keys etc. Exploit time to do the impossible. Explore the world and see into the mind of its people. We hope that you will enjoy the result of our years of evenings and weekends. Contains 6-14 hours of gameplay.Features:4D Gameplay The fourth dimension Time is as accessible to you as the other three since at any time you can rewind to any earlier point in time, to find that perfect moment for you. No more frustrating replays performing the same sequence over and over again. Just rewind and fix.Single Player Cooperation This is the key part of the game. You can exist in many parallel timelines using time clones. It means that every time you need a friend's help in the game, you can be that friend. You can spawn a new time clone at any position and time in the game, and once you create a new one it's there forever.Multiple true timelines Time clones will continue to perform the actions you recorded. They are, however, still a part of the game world, and if you change the game world the end result will also change.Temporality fielded objects A temporality fielded object is an object that won't be affected by your time manipulations, because it is inside a field that cancels out all timelines except the original one.The Paradox Effect Combining the true timelines with the temporality fielding allows us to create paradox based puzzles where one single timelines performs multiple different actions depending from where in time it is viewed. Mathematically every temporality fielded object increases the number of dimensions with one which is what allows the paradox effect.

CC Entertainment brings you digital downloadable games. This item is a code which you redeem in order to download the relevant title.Codes will automatically be sent via email once payment has been received. Internet connectivity will be required in order to download this product. To redeem the code: create anaccount with the relevant code type (Steam, Uplay, Origin, GOG.com, Official website is the game developer actual site, Battle.net, ubi.com or Rockstar Social Club) Redeem your code Start your download If you have any problems using these codes please mail the CC Entertainment Support Team Description: The Dark Ages might be drawing to a close, but Europe is still in turmoil. Petty lords vie against beleaguered kings who struggle to assert control over their fragmented realms. The Pope calls for a Crusade to protect the Christians in the Holy Land even as he refuses to relinquish control over the investiture of bishops - and their riches. Now is the time for greatness. Expand your demesne and secure the future of your dynasty. Fill your coffers, appoint vassals, root out traitors and heretics, introduce laws and interact with hundreds of nobles, each with their own agenda.A good lord will always need friends to support him. But beware, as loyal vassals can quickly turn to bitter rivals, and some might not be as reliable as they seem... Stand ready, and increase your prestige until the world whispers your name in awe. Do you have what it takes to become a Crusader King?Crusader Kings II explores one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. Medieval Europe is brought to life in this epic game of knights, schemes, and thrones... Key features: Start a game at any point between 1066 and 1337 and play until 1453 Pick a Christian lord and make sure his dynasty survives as you play a succession of his descendants through the ages Gain Prestige for every successive character you play, furthering the glory of your Dynasty Expand your feudal domain - and keep it from falling apart Unravel the plots of your courtiers and vassals, each with their own opinions and agendas Take up the Cross and fight the Moor, the Heathen and the Heretic. Defend against the onslaught of the Mongol Horde Struggle with the Pope for control of the bishops Relive the Middle Ages with up to 32 other players in a competitive multiplayer mode System Requirements Windows OS: XP/Vista/Windows 7 Processor: Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ Memory: 2 GB RAM Hard Disk Space: 2 GB Video Card: NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900, 512mb graphics memory required. DirectX®: 9.0c Sound: Direct X-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse and keyboard Mac OS X OS: Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later Processor: Intel Core Duo Processor (2GHz or better) Memory: 2 GB RAM Hard Disk Space: 2 GB Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 6750 / NVIDIA GeForce 320 / NVIDIA GeForce9600 or higher, 1024MB graphics memory required SteamOS + Linux OS: Ubuntu 12.04 LTS Processor: IntelR PentiumR IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ Memory: 2 GB Hard disk space: 2 Gb Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 6750 / NVIDIA GeForce 320 / NVIDIA GeForce> 9600 or higher, 1024MB graphics memory required. Paradox Interactive, CRUSADER KINGS® Copyright© [2013] Paradox Interactive AB All rights reserved.www.paradoxplaza.comPowered by Clausewitz 2.0

CC Entertainment brings you digital downloadable games. This item is a code which you redeem in order to download the relevant title. Codes will automatically be sent via email once payment has been received. Internet connectivity will be required in order to download this product. To redeem the code: create anaccount with the relevant code type (Steam, Uplay, Origin, GOG.com, Official website is the game developer actual site, Battle.net, ubi.com or Rockstar Social Club) Redeem your code Start your download If you have any problems using these codes please mail the CC Entertainment Support Team Description: Europe is in turmoil. The land has been fragmented into petty fiefdoms. The Emperor is struggling with the Pope. The Holy Father declares that all who go to liberate the Holy Land will be freed of their sins. Now Is the Time For Greatness Crusader Kings II: The Old Gods is the fourth expansion for the critically praised strategy/RPG. Finally play as a Pagan or Zoroastrian ruler, with particular focus on the dreaded Vikings. Pillage and adventure according to true Viking tradition! Key Features Play as a Pagan chieftain and ravage your weak neighbors. If you remain at peace for too long, your people will grow restless… The new, earliest start date is 867 AD. The Viking Rurik has founded the kingdom of Rus and the Great Heathen Army under the sons of Ragnar Lodbrok rampage through England Play as a Zoroastrian lord and restore your ancient religion to prominence Adventurers: Landless characters can gather armies and carve out new realms on their own Prepared Invasions: Declare your intention to invade and watch your armies grow with adventurers and restless warriors, but don’t wait too long to start your war or it might all fall apart… Rebels with a Cause: Rebels are no longer a faceless menace they are now led by characters with agendas Loot and pillage provinces. Burn down cities and take their gold! Sacrifice to Odin at the great Blot! Christians and Muslims can dispatch missions to convert the depraved heathens New beautiful Pagan interface skin New events and decisions: berserkers, sejdr, curses, omens, divinations, runestones and much more System Requirements Windows Minimum: OS: XP/Vista/Windows7 Processor: Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900, 512mb graphics memory required, Minimum resolution of 10248768 DirectX®: 9.0 Hard Drive: 2 GB HD space Sound: Direct X-compatible sound card Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers, Internet Connection for multiplayer, Requires the base game Crusader Kings II ©2013 Paradox Interactive. Trademarks belong to their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Europa Universalis III (Mac) (PC) Brand New In Box (Sealed but sometimes supplied without film wrapping) THIS PRODUCT IS IMPORTED ON ORDER - PLEASE SEE "SHIPPING & PAYMENT" FOR DELIVERY TIMES Game Information Platform:   Mac OS X Media: Video Game  See more system requirements Product details Release Date: 16 Nov Features: Players can enjoy over 300 years of game play by starting at ANY date between and Nation building is flexible: decide your own form of government, the structure of your society, trade politics and much more. The possibilities are endless The great people and personalities of the past are on hand to support you. Take history in your hands and call personalities like Sir Isaac Newton, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart or Rene Descartes to your court A lush topographic map in full 3D allows for a rich and complete world view, and contains more than provinces and sea zones Lead any one of more than 250 countries that originally existed during the game¿¿¿s extensive time span Have more than a thousand historical leaders and over historical Monarchs at your disposal Manage more than 100 individual unit troops to secure as much power as possible Co-operative multiplayer mode allows several players to work together to controla single nation Customize your game: Europa Universalis III gives you the chance to customizeand mod practically anything your heart may desire. Join the constantly growing and incredibly talented Paradox modding community! Play online via LAN, Internet or Metaserver, take on fellow Mac or PC users! Product Description EUROPA UNIVERSALIS III: The Grand Strategy Game The eagerly anticipated new chapter in the acclaimed world -conquering strategy series, Europa Universalis, has put Paradox Interactive on the map as a leading strategy developer and publisher. Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy. This epic strategy game lets players take control of a nation and guide it through the ages to become a great global empire. Unparalleled in its depth and historical accuracy, Europa Universalis III gives the player unprecedented freedom in how they choose to rule their nation from an impressive choice of over 250 historically accurate countries.

Mad Catz M.O.J.O. Micro-Console for Android The Most Powerful Gaming and Media Box M.O.J.O. by Mad Catz is a truly versatile gaming and media console. Connect M.O.J.O. to your HDTV to play Android games, surf the web, stream media, and connect with your friends. Root and customize, modify and create — the stock Android OS lets you take M.O.J.O. where you want to go. Bluetooth keyboards, controllers, headsets, and mice to M.O.J.O., your PC, and other smart devices. Best-in-Class Hardware Class-leading hardware promises blazing-fast gaming and great-looking video playback. M.O.J.O. employs a 1.8GHz NVIDIA Tegra 4 processor with 16GB onboard memory and 2GB RAM. A GPU with 72 custom cores delivers the ultimate graphics performance. You also get support for 5.1-channel surround sound, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity, plus the ability to use M.O.J.O. as a wireless hotspot. And, automatic over-the-air updates keep you current with the latest build. Ready to Root As any Android power-user knows, the best way to get the most out of your device is to root it. Rooting opens up all sorts of options including expanded access to Google Play and the ability to install custom ROMs. Mad Catz provides a short step-by-step guide to rooting, and our tech support team is ready to help. The best part — rooting won’t void your warranty. Much More than Games M.O.J.O. isn’t just for playing games. It’s an all-in-one gaming and media center. Capable of Ultra HD 4K output*, surf the Internet, stream movies, stay connected to your social media accounts and listen to music, all from the comfort of your couch. (*4K output requires a firmware update and UHD media source.) Wide-Open Platform Open-platform design makes M.O.J.O. as adaptable as you are. Install apps and games from the Google Play Store, TegraZone, the OUYA store, OnLive and more. Expandable Storage If 16GB of memory isn’t enough, there’s a microSD flash slot for SDXC cards up to 128GB. Two USB ports let you connect to your external media drives. Therefore, with M.O.J.O. by Mad Catz gaming and media console you need not worry about data storage space. You always have the option of extending it. Cloud Gaming is Here Download OnLive’s app to play hundreds of PC games streamed to M.O.J.O. from the cloud. And, courtesy of OnLive’s CloudLift service, you can even play a selection of CloudLift-enabled PC games that you already own after purchasing them through an online account such as Steam. OnLive* delivers AAA PC games from leading publishers including Codemasters, Deep Silver, Devolver Digital, Gaijin Entertainment, Kalypso Media, Paradox Interactive and Warner Bros., and makes them playable with a gamepad in the living room. Play and watch games on your HDTV or even upscaled to 4K on your M.O.J.O.! (*At this time, the full OnLive Game Service is enabled for these service regions: United States, Canada and the UK [England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales]. If you are located outside of these supported regions, you will be unable to make purchases in OnLive. OnLive hopes to support other regions in the future, but have no information on when that will be or which regions that might include.) C.T.R.L.R Mobile Gamepad — Unparalleled Game Control The included C. T. R. L. R has the same solid build as a full-size, console gamepad for ultimate control over Android games. Low-latency Bluetooth Smart technology reduces latency and extends battery life. Built-in media controls adjust volume and playback of video and music. With three selectable gaming modes, the C. T. R. L. R easily navigates M.O.J.O., computers, and other smart devices. Perfect for touchscreen interaction, Mouse Mode mimics mouse control by assigning navigation to the action buttons and left analog stick. PC Mode is great for PC and Mac computers, and GameSmart Mode is excellent for Android devices. Play Smart with GameSmart — Your Devices, Your Games and Media, Anywhere The modern living room is a gathering place for multimedia entertainment. Navigating media streaming services, browsing the web, managing menus and entering text on multiple gadgets can sometimes present a challenge. Bluetooth technology enables GameSmart products to consolidate device management. GameSmart delivers near-universal compatibility with PC and Mac computers, Android and Windows Phone handsets, plus laptops, tablets and smart TVs. When one product conveniently functions with differing devices, you'll find comfort in knowing that adding another to your collection won't require yet another purchase.

Europa Universalis: Rome (PC CD) Platform: PC Condition: New Other versions of this game available from us: Platform: Mac from Pre-Owned/Used: Very Good Condition copies available Product Description Platform: PC Experience one of the most defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. The greatest cultural and military civilizations are brought to life through this epic title rife with great strategic and tactical depth. Europa Universalis: Rome will cover the time period from the first Punic War to the start of the true Empire. Players will have thousand of gameplay choices ranging from country, culture, provincial and character options to name but a few, making each and every game infinitely customizable and truly unique. Features - Fully 3D map with integrated graphics and detailed topography. - Start at any date between 280 B.C. and 27 B.C. - Choose between 10 different cultures, including the Roman, Celtic, Greek and Egyptian civili zations, with more than 53 playable factions on a map spanning hundreds of provinces. - Watch your characters develop new traits through political intrigue and various interactions with thousands of other characters. - Trade, negotiate or fight with your neighbours and advance your technologies to unite the Mediterranean World. - Robust multiplayer allows you to challenge up to 32 players either competitively or in co-op mode. Otras caracter¿¿sticas: Compatible operating systems: Microsoft Windows XP/2000/Vista Developer: Paradox Interactive ESRB rating: E10 (Everyone 10) Genre: Strategy Language version: ENG Minimum system requirements: DirectX 9.0c Minimum video card memory: 128 MB Multiplayer mode: Yes Multiplayer mode type: Online PEGI rating: 12 Platform: PC Recommended RAM: 512 MB Recommended processor: 1.9GHz Intel Pentium / AMD Release date: 04/15/2008

Europa Universalis: Rome (Mac) Platform: Mac Condition: New Other versions of this game available from us: Platform: PC Pre-Owned/Used: Very Good Condition copies available Product Description Platform: Mac Manufacturer's Description Experience one of the most defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. The greatest cultural and military civilizations are brought to life through this epic title rife with great strategic and tactical depth. Europa Universalis: Rome will cover the time period from the first Punic War to the start of the true Empire. Players will have thousand of gameplay choices ranging from country, culture, provincial and character options to name but a few, making each and every game infinitely customizable and truly unique. Europa Universalis: Rome combines the best of the Empire Building, Conquest and Warfare genres, wrapped into a title that contains all main characteristics of a typical Paradox Interactive game, said Johan Andersson, Director of Development. This project has the potential to become the most talked about grand strategy game to date.

Important info below: Platform & License: Multilanguage, Steam, WORLDWIDE This is a digital product. The code will be delivered via email, once payment is received. No shipping fee is applicable. To redeem the code: Create anaccount with the relevant code type (Xbox Live, Steam, Uplay, Origin, GOG.com, Official website is the game developer actual site, Battle.net, ubi.com or Rockstar Social Club) Redeem your code Start your download If you have any problems using these codes please mail the Hero Toys Support Team. If you need assistance redeeming your code please visit our Support page:  https://herotoys.store/apps/help-center Platform & License: Multilanguage, Steam, WORLDWIDE Game Description: A region rich in history and culture promises great material riches to the empire that can control its trade. The competition for territory and access to the wealth of India requires diplomatic tact and some military muscle. But who is exploiting whom in this great game in the worldu2019s most profitable markets? Europa Universalis IV: Dharma is a new expansion for Paradox Development Studiou2019s classic game about exploration and empire building in the early modern era. Dharma devotes its greatest attentions to the battles over the control of Indiau2019s trade and territory. It also hopes to add more peace time decisions to fill in those quiet moments when you are planning your next big push for power. Features of Europa Universalis IV: Dharma include: Design Your Government: Unlock reforms that will define how you govern your kingdom or republic, earning free policies and boosting the power of some estates. Reworked Policy System: Policies get a new look in the free update, but Dharma will include special bonuses that make this system even more attractive. Trade Company Investments: Upgrade and improve the provinces tied to your trade companies, conferring bonuses both to the European master and neighboring Indian nations. New Indian Mission Trees: Unique mission paths for the most important Indian sultanates and kingdoms. New Indian Estates: Alongside a free update to the estate system, India gets five new castes. Raise the brahmins to reduce unrest in a province or install Jain governors for a boost to income while reducing manpower.. New Mughal Culture Bonus: The Mughal Empire can assimilate and accommodate newly conquered cultures with ease. Charter Companies: Europeans can buy a foothold into trade charter zones in Africa and Asia, if they can find a prince that trusts them. Upgraded Trade Centers: Invest in the development of your Centers of Trade And more, including: new ways to suppress rebellion, the monsoon season, new uses for colonists in non-colonial development, scornful insults, multiplayer teams, new art, and a host of new achievements.    

Platform: PC Genre: Strategy Gaming Platform: Steam Publisher: Paradox Interactive Producer: Eugen Systems FPB Rating: 16 Title:Steel Division: Normandy 44This item is a digital code which you will need to activate in order to download the relevant title.Activation keys will automatically be sent via email once your payment is received. Internet connectivity is required in order redeem & download this product.**If you need assistance redeeming your code please visit our support articles here: Help: Keys & Activation articles.Region:WORLDWIDEDESCRIPTIONSteel Division: Normandy 44 is a Tactical Real-Time Strategy (RTS) game, developed by Eugen Systems, the creators of titles like Wargame and R.U.S.E. This new game puts players in command of detailed, historically accurate tanks, troops, and vehicles at the height of World War II. Players can measure their tactical skills against several opponents in big multiplayer battles or against enemies in a challenging single-player campaign. Steel Division: Normandy 44 allows players to take control over legendary military divisions from six different countries, such as the American 101st Airborne, the German armored 21st Panzer or the 3rd Canadian Division, during the invasion of Normandy in 1944.Main FeaturesCommand Over 400 Historically Accurate UnitsWhether fighting for control in intense multiplayer battles with up to 10-vs-10 players going head-to-head, playing alone or working with friends in ranked matches, players will need to coordinate their selection of historically accurate infantry, tanks, aircraft, and support vehicles to counter enemy units in this Tactical RTS game.Real-world TacticsBattles rage over three distinct phases, where different units unlock over time, mimicking the movements of real-world armies and adding variety to the ever-changing theatre of war. A dynamic front line illustrates the ebb and flow of the conflict. Pin down your opponent￢ﾀﾙs infantry to gain the advantage and force a retreat, or push through with a perfectly executed plan.Real-world SettingUsing the latest version of Eugen￢ﾀﾙs IRISZOOM engine, players can smoothly zoom from a tactical aerial view all the way down to a single unit, and see 400 different real-world vehicles and units designed with careful historical detail and accuracy. Maps are designed based on actual aerial reconnaissance photos of Normandy in 1944, requiring real-world tactics and strategies to cover and control.Outplan, Outsmart, OutgunFrom battlegroup customization to troop positioning and maneuvering, winning battles requires cunning and strategy, not just raw firepower. Each unit lost presents a growing tactical disadvantage, and players will need to fight to gain ￢ﾀﾔ and keep ￢ﾀﾔ the upper hand.From commanding historically accurate infantry, tanks, and vehicles, to troop positioning and real-time engagement with the enemy, players will need to be clever and resourceful in order to win. Every unit counts as the battle presses on, and raw firepower alone will not be enough to claim victory. Whether viewing the entire battle from an aerial perspective, or following a single tank into a firefight, players will need to cleverly manage the dynamic front line in order to execute ambushes and advances.SYSTEM REQUIREMENTSMINIMUMOS: 64-bit Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7 with Service Pack 1Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1 GHz) or equivalentMemory: 3 GB RAMGraphics: 1 GB AMD 5570 or nVidia 450DirectX: Version 11Network: Broadband Internet connectionStorage: 32 GB available spaceSound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card￢ﾀﾜ

Myst Trilogy, Includes: Myst, Riven and Myst III-Exile. (U) Platform: Windows 98, Windows 95 Condition: Pre-Owned/Used in Very Good Condition This Title Also Available As: New: Brand New and Sealed games available Please get in touch for information on these options. Pre-owned games supplied with applicable serial keys. However - please note: Any single use keys or activation codes may have already been used/redeemed. Product Information Myst Trilogy contains: Myst, Riven and Myst III: Exile Product Description Review Myst is an immersive experience that draws you in and won't let you go and this version contains all three outings to the Myst universe, Myst, Riven and Myst III Exile. You don't so much play Myst, as experience it. Of course you must solve a multitude of puzzles, mazes and problems, but Myst 's principal attractions are its environment and the underlying intra-family drama that unfolds as you explore. Unlike most adventure games, Myst offers no inventory, no death and no dialogue. Although puzzles don't seem to have much direct connection to the game, they share a commonality. They take on many forms but follow a consistent thread. Some puzzles are very challenging, even obtuse, creating an odd paradox: many buy but few complete it. Riven is a success in much the same vain. You'll see the same click/move/slide-show interface, along with similar mechanical and navigational puzzles and the now-familiar "wander and wonder" gameplay. Riven 's markedly improved graphics and sound further enhance the ambiance and make it even more immersive than its predecessor. The puzzles and problems are more cohesive, and there is more focus on story line. You begin where Myst left off. Atrus has another task for you: rescue his wife from the evil clutches of Atrus's father Gehn, then permanently imprison Gehn in one of those "trap" books from Myst. Your quest takes place in Riven, a fanciful world created by Gehn in the tradition of his ancestors--by simply imagining it and writing about it. Riven is a collection of small islands connected with catwalks, aerial trams and a mini-submarine. Myst III: Exile concerns Atrus's earnest attempt at creating a new world. He hopes this world will mark the rebirth of the D'ni, but before he finishes his book, a thief breaks into his laboratory and mucks things up. Within each world you must right the wrongs the thief has created, all the while uncovering a deeper mystery surrounding his relationship to Atrus and his troublesome children. New to the game is a full 3-D landscape, which replaces the static pre-rendered artwork of the previous games. The puzzles have been improved so that you can now see changes to the environment immediately after you solve one, rather than simply moving on to the next picture. Still, the puzzles are often wickedly difficult and may prove frustrating to new players. Myst fans of old will be delighted with this new version, and those new to the series will be enchanted, provided they are willing to spend time on the puzzles, enjoy the scenery and let the game carry them away.-- Andrew S Bub.com