Rusty Lake has done it again. The Past Within Lite is a masterclass in atmospheric co-op. Even though it's a 'Lite' version, it perfectly demonstrates the eerie, mind-bending communication required to bridge the gap between 'The Past' and 'The Future.' You absolutely need a partner, and that's where the magic happens—describing surreal objects to your friend over the phone is an experience unlike any other.
The Victor Butzelaar soundtrack is, as always, hauntingly perfect. This 15-30 minute teaser is the perfect 'trial' for the full game. It’s cross-platform, so I could play on my iPhone while my friend used their PC. If you enjoy escape rooms or David Lynch-ian surrealism, this is the gold standard of mobile co-op adventure.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
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Welcome to The Past Within Lite, a 15 to 30 minutes co-op adventure by Rusty Lake. For this Lite version of The Past Within, both players need to own a copy of the game in order to play. This version can be played cross-platform and has different content compared to the full premium version.
Choose between The Future or The Past and make some memories together with a friend. Join the Cubical Device Beta program in The Future to see if you can make a connection with The Past. The Past will be on the other side communicating valuable information to bring both universes together.
Key features
▪ Solve puzzles together with a friend
▪ This game is co-op only and can be played cross platform
▪ 15-30 minute gameplay, with a possibility to switch sides
▪ An atmospheric soundtrack composed by Victor Butzelaar
Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (9.7‑inch), iPad Pro (9.7‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (5th generation), iPad (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5‑inch), iPad Pro (10.5‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation), iPad (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch), iPad Pro (11‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th generation), iPad mini (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation), iPad (7th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (8th generation), iPad (8th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation), iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th generation), iPad mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th generation), iPad (9th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16), iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPod touch (6th generation), and iPod touch (7th generation).Welcome to The Past Within Lite, a 15 to 30 minutes co-op adventure by Rusty Lake. For this Lite version of The Past Within, both players need to own a copy of the game in order to play. This version can be played cross-platform and has different content compared to the full premium version.
Choose between The Future or The Past and make some memories together with a friend. Join the Cubical Device Beta program in The Future to see if you can make a connection with The Past. The Past will be on the other side communicating valuable information to bring both universes together.
Key features
▪ Solve puzzles together with a friend
▪ This game is co-op only and can be played cross platform
▪ 15-30 minute gameplay, with a possibility to switch sides
▪ An atmospheric soundtrack composed by Victor Butzelaar












The Past Within Lite is a collaborative 3D adventure from the creators of the Rusty Lake series. This co-op only experience requires two players to communicate across different time periods—one in the Past, one in the Future. Through a shared 'Cubical Device,' you must solve puzzles that bridge the eras. This Lite version offers 15-30 minutes of unique gameplay, serving as an atmospheric introduction to the full premium title.
Unique co-op only mechanics
Cross-platform compatibility
Atmospheric Victor Butzelaar soundtrack
Replayable from both perspectives
Since you cannot see your partner's screen, you must describe everything you see in detail. If you are in 'The Future,' look for symbols that your partner in 'The Past' might need to unlock their devices.
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The game is designed to be played across different devices. As long as both players have a copy of the Lite version, one can play on mobile while the other is on a tablet or PC.
No, The Past Within Lite is strictly co-op and requires two players to function.