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Matt WalesAn imaginative co-op experience that demands communication and teamwork, and conjures something memorable and unique as a result.
The Past Within Nintendo Switch Price Comparison
The Past Within starts at $5.99. Currently sold by Nintendo eShop. The lowest price we have tracked is $2.99. Prices last updated .
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The Past Within Specs & Game Info
How Long to Beat The Past Within
The Past Within takes about 2 hours to beat, or 4 hours to complete everything.
- Main Story
- 2 hours
- Main Story + Extra
- 3 hours
- Completionist
- 4 hours
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$5.99
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The Past Within Price History
The current price of $5.99 is equal to the 7-day and 30-day lows, indicating a strong recent price.
- 7-day
$5.99
- 30-day
$5.99
- All-time
$2.99
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$5.99
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| Nintendo eShopOfficial · | $2.99 | -50% |
The Past Within Ratings
80
Highly rated
The Past Within scores 80/100, based on critic scores from OpenCritic and player ratings on Steam (3,696 reviews).- OpenCritic
- 69/100
- Steam3,696 reviews
- Very Positive
- Eurogamer
- Recommended
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About The Past Within
In this indie escape room experience, one participant explores The Past while the other visits The Future. Two players must own separate copies to play together online or via local multiplayer. Players communicate observations to solve point-and-click adventure puzzles that feature both 2D and 3D visual perspectives simultaneously. The mystery unfolds across chapters with an average completion time of approximately two hours per section. Main story length is about 2 hours, expanding to roughly 3 hours with extras and reaching 4 hours for a full completionist run. Replayability allows restarting with new puzzle solutions for fresh gameplay. Cross-platform support includes PC, Mac, iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified. The game was developed and published by Rusty Lake.
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The Past Within Details
- Platforms
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
- Release Date
July 5, 2023
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Age Rating
BloodViolence
The Past Within Critic Reviews & Scores
Excerpts from 1 published review · Scores shown on each outlet's own scale
- RecommendedRead full review on Eurogamer
The Past Within Buying and Gameplay FAQs
How much does The Past Within cost?
The Past Within starts at $5.99 on Nintendo right now.
Where can I buy The Past Within the cheapest?
The cheapest price for The Past Within on Nintendo is $5.99 at Nintendo eShop, an official store.
Is The Past Within on sale right now?
No, The Past Within isn't discounted on Nintendo at the stores we track right now. It's currently $5.99.
What is the lowest price The Past Within has ever been?
The lowest recorded price for The Past Within on Nintendo is $2.99 at Nintendo eShop on December 25, 2025.
What is the deal rating for The Past Within?
The Past Within on Nintendo is rated a poor deal at $5.99, compared with a lowest recorded price of $2.99.
How much is The Past Within on the Nintendo eShop?
The Past Within is $5.99 on the Nintendo eShop.
Does The Past Within have multiplayer?
Yes, The Past Within has multiplayer, including co-op.
Does The Past Within have co-op?
Yes, The Past Within supports co-op.
What platforms is The Past Within available on?
The Past Within is available on PC and Nintendo. Supported consoles include Nintendo Switch.
How long does it take to beat The Past Within?
The Past Within takes about 2 hours to beat, or 3 hours with extras and 4 hours to complete everything.
When did The Past Within come out?
The Past Within was released on July 5, 2023.
What age rating is The Past Within?
The Past Within is rated T (Teen) for Blood and Violence.
Who developed The Past Within?
The Past Within was developed by Rusty Lake.
What are the review scores for The Past Within?
The Past Within has 69/100 on OpenCritic and a Steam rating of Very Positive from 3,696 reviews.
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