The Past Within

Name: The Past Within
Price: 0.99 USD
Rating: 4.9 (7179 reviews)
Author: Rusty Lake

By: Rusty Lake App

A co-op adventure

Overview

Version:

1.4

Last updated: 2024-05-06

Features & Capabilities

Note: The Past Within is a co-op only game. Both players must own a copy on their own device and communicate to progress. Team up with a friend to piece together the mysteries surrounding Albert Vanderboom and explore Rusty Lake's worlds from different perspectives.

Features: Two worlds and two perspectives—one player explores 2D, the other 3D. Cross-platform play across Mac, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The game includes two chapters with about 2 hours of playtime and replayability through alternate perspectives and fresh puzzle solutions.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Rusty Lake

Rating:

4.90

(7,179) 10 ratings

Version:

1.4 Last updated: 2024-05-06

Version code:

865603301

Creation date:

2022-11-02

Compatible devices:

Size:

378.99MB

Price:

0.99

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-14

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 20,742 ▼ 56

Other rankings

#3 in Puzzle (Paid) ▲ 4#5 in Adventure (Paid) ▲ 4#13 in paste keyword 15 ▲ 5

Other platforms

The Past Within (v7.9.0.1)

440,278 4.84

(48,426)

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Developed by:

Rusty Lake

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-past-within/id1642601792

Website:

http://www.rustylake.com/

User Reviews

The Past Within shines as a strong co-op puzzle experience with immersive art and sound, and clever puzzles that reward teamwork. It’s a good value at about $3 and captures a true escape-room vibe, ideal for playing with a partner either locally or remotely. However, it requires a second player (and two copies), which can be a barrier, and several reviews note the game is relatively short with potential for more chapters.

Pros

Excellent two-player/co-op experience that emphasizes teamwork and shared screen play
Immersive atmosphere with striking, stylish artwork and an unsettling, immersive sound design
Smart, well-crafted puzzles that are challenging yet solvable and rewarding
Great value for money at the $3 price point with a satisfying play session length
Distinct escape-room feel that translates well to mobile and works well with long-distance friends

Cons

Requires a partner to play and cannot be enjoyed solo
You must buy two copies to play, increasing the overall cost
The game is relatively short and many players wish for more chapters or longer gameplay

Recent reviews

Los puzzles en pareja estuvo increíble y la historia también

by Gg*****, 2026-08-05

We played this fun and well crafted game over three days. As our communication improved, so did our problem solving. Can’t wait to play the other version. This game is a bargain.