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Both players need to own a copy of the game on their own device (mobile, tablet or computer), as well as a way to communicate with each other. Play together with a friend or find a partner on our official Discord server!\n\nThe past and future cannot be explored alone! Team up with a friend and piece together the mysteries surrounding Albert Vanderboom. Communicate what you see around you to help one another solve various puzzles and explore the worlds from different perspectives! \n\nThe Past Within is the first co-op only point-and-click adventure set in the mysterious world of Rusty Lake.\n\nFeatures:\n\n▪ A co-op experience \nPlay together with a friend, one in The Past, the other in The Future. Work together to solve the puzzles and help Rose set her father’s plan in motion!\n▪ Two worlds - Two perspectives \nBoth players will experience their environments in two different dimensions: 2D as well as in 3D - a first-time experience in the Rusty Lake universe!\n▪ Cross-platform\nAs long as you can communicate with each other, you and your partner of choice can each play The Past Within on your preferred platform: Mac, PC and Nintendo Switch!\n▪ Playtime & Replayability\nThe game contains 2 chapters and has an average play-time of 2 hours. For the full experience, we recommend replaying the game from the other perspective. 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