Myst IV Revelation announced

Although it's been known for some time that Myst IV was in development, Ubi Soft today officially announced the project and its full title. The game will be developed by Ubi Soft's own Montreal studios, which is known for developing games such as Prince of Persia: Sands of Time and Splinter Cell.

Judging by the video and screenshots that have been released, Myst IV sticks to the series' proven formula. All the traditional Myst elements are there, most noticeably the full motion video characters and panoramic first-person views.

Myst IV revolves around a family drama in which a little girl disappears and her two brothers, Sirrus and Achenar, are suspected. Understanding their motives will be the key to the investigation which will lead to a true "revelation."

"Myst IV Revelation will take players into the twisted minds and worlds of two evil brothers, deep inside an intense family drama, and immerse them within a visually stunning environment," said Genevieve Lord, producer at Ubisoft. "The game is simply a 'must-have' for Myst fans and will also appeal to new players. The storyline is very suspenseful, the puzzles are compelling, and the music, produced by Jack Wall in partnership with Peter Gabriel, will create an unparalleled experience."

According to GameSpot, Ubi Soft plans to release the game in fall 2004. Additional launch details and information will be announced at a later date.