The Past Within Lite

About

The Past Within Lite is a short demo of a co-op adventure game by Rusty Lake. Players work together, each observing a different time period, to solve puzzles and uncover the mystery of a strange machine. Communication and teamwork are key in this atmospheric and intriguing experience.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 719 reviews

story8 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique co-op experience that encourages teamwork and communication between players.
Players enjoyed the eerie atmosphere and found the puzzles engaging and fun to solve together.
The graphics and overall quality of the game are praised, with many fans excited for the full version.

The game requires two players to play, which excludes those who prefer single-player experiences or don't have a partner.
Many players found the demo to be too short, finishing it in significantly less time than advertised.
There are reports of glitches and technical issues, such as black screens and items disappearing, which detracted from the overall experience.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
42%
16%
The game's storyline has received positive feedback for being thrilling and engaging, particularly in multiplayer settings, where players enjoyed the experience together. However, some reviewers expressed disappointment with the short gameplay duration, suggesting that the story could be extended or enhanced with additional content. Overall, while the narrative is praised, there are calls for more depth and player options.
- “Amazing game, even though I played the demo, but the storyline was awesome and I had fun; it was a very thrilling game, just like I expected it to be, and thankfully I wasn't disappointed!”
- “The gameplay, the storyline, and how it is made is *chef's kiss*.”
- “This was a great game with a very interesting story to it.”
- “Multi-player quest games are notoriously unpopular if you don't have a single player mode though.”
- “There are no puzzle or story elements.”
- “I've waited so long for another, we got White Door which was little more than a click-along story and then this which is solely two player.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising the blend of 3D and 2D visuals and high-quality effects, rating them as a perfect 10/10 for their suspenseful presentation. However, there are also strong criticisms, with some users describing the graphics as "horrible." Overall, opinions vary significantly among players.
- “The mix of 3D and 2D, the voice acting, graphics, and overall quality is great.”
- “The visuals were a 10/10, suspenseful effects 10/10. I love it, and I'd like to play again next time.”
- “The graphics are horrible!”
- “The visuals look outdated and lack detail.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack realism.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is generally well-received, but some players feel that the main story is too short at only two hours, making it less worth the price. Additionally, the multiplayer aspect is criticized for lacking depth and failing to enhance the experience, with players expressing a desire for more interactive online mechanics.
- “The game was really good, and my friend and I bought the main version too. The gameplay was enjoyable, but I think it could be improved by extending the storyline or adding another story.”
- “I wish there were some online mechanics that triggered events on the other person's device, but it's still very cool just how it is.”
- “The multiplayer aspect adds nothing and makes the gameplay really dull.”
- “I wish there were some online mechanics that triggered events on the other person's device, but it's just okay as it is.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report a mixed experience regarding stability, noting that while the game offers a great experience, it is marred by frequent glitches, particularly on older devices like the Samsung S3.
- “Very poor game full of glitches on my Samsung S3.”
- “It's a great experience, but there are some glitches in the future.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be excellent and highly entertaining, though they note that the experience is relatively brief.
- “So good, for real, but so short; also, it's so funny!”