# Cathode's Journey — Rhythmic Run

> Experimental audio-visual rhythm game with a focus on flow state and continuous experience. (iPhone/iPad app by Juvul.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cathodes-journey/id1502029542 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Juvul](https://appshunter.io/developer/851922352)
- Category: Games, Casual, Music
- Price: $1.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 52 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-26
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cathodes-journey/id1502029542/reviews.md

## What is Cathode's Journey?

Cathode the TV Cat traverses polychrome fields of light while the Infinite Spiral shifts and twists in endless ways. Dancing in the timeless space around you the Neon Butterfly flirts, ever out of reach, only to transport you to the next level - if you dare!

Cathode's Journey is an experimental audio-visual indie game. There is no distinction between music or sound effect; your actions play a part in a duet, which is also a playful duel. Time and speed is elastic, controlled by how well you manage to collect jewels and avoid obstacles.

FEATURES

- Fast-paced rhythmic and musical gameplay
- Increasing speed, difficulty and obstacles
- Entire game is one uninterrupted audio-visual experience
- No camera cuts
- No death, only transformation
- Designed to evoke a dreamlike “flow state”

The journey is not easy, but with fast reflexes and focus you may become one of the few to unlock the final portal and experience what is on the other side!

Detailed playing instructions are found following the Support URL.

## Key features

- Rhythmic and musical gameplay
- Increasing speed and difficulty
- Uninterrupted audio-visual experience
- No camera cuts
- No death, only transformation
- Dreamlike flow state

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cathodes-journey/id1502029542/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super fun and relaxing game

*2020-04-26*

I love the intuitive controls, the way the gameplay adds to the music, the beautifully evolving colour-scape, and of course the awesome TV Cat/Rainbow Lion and characters!

## Frequently asked questions about Cathode's Journey

### What is Cathode's Journey?

Cathode's Journey is an experimental audio-visual indie game where your actions contribute to a continuous musical and visual experience. It focuses on rhythmic gameplay, reflexes, and achieving a dreamlike flow state.

### How much does Cathode's Journey cost?

Cathode's Journey is a paid app, priced at $1.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Does Cathode's Journey have ads?

No, Cathode's Journey is ad-free. The game is a paid application with no advertisements included.

### What devices support Cathode's Journey?

Cathode's Journey is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### What is the age rating for Cathode's Journey?

Cathode's Journey has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for younger players and contains no mature content.

### How often is Cathode's Journey updated?

The latest version of Cathode's Journey is 1.05, last updated on December 22, 2022. The game was initially released on April 26, 2020.

### Can I play Cathode's Journey offline?

The description emphasizes an uninterrupted audio-visual experience, suggesting it is designed for online play to ensure the continuous nature of the game. Specific offline play details are not provided.

### What are the core gameplay mechanics in Cathode's Journey?

The core mechanics involve fast-paced rhythmic and musical gameplay where players collect jewels and avoid obstacles. Time and speed are elastic, controlled by player performance, aiming to evoke a dreamlike flow state.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.05 — 2022-12-22

Fixing major interface issues when running on iOS 16+

Updated Support Page / Playing Instructions.

### 1.04 — 2022-10-10

Sequence previewing the transformation to the final character added. (When you press the third portal button - as long as it is still locked)

A few other refinements making it up to date with the upcoming free demo version.

### 1.03 — 2022-09-04

Refinements and bug fixes.

### 1.02 — 2022-05-08

- Refinement of the elastic speed system. Greater acceleration and start speed, declining jewel boost as you progress through the levels. Overall resulting in a more homogenous gameplay as you yourself improve.

- Improved camera, making it easier to see the orientation of upcoming level pieces.

- Jumping over bombs now works much more consistently.

- Increased flow when returning from a fall.

- Side bumpers don't slow you down anymore, rather give you a "jolt".

- Tutorial improved.

- Bug fixes and refinements.

- Detailed playing instructions added to Support URL.

### 1.01 — 2020-04-30

New bomb countdown system: Eases the learning curve and helps explain the relationship between jewels and bombs.

Improved swipe controls when gravity switching.

Minor UI tweaks.

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## More apps by Juvul

- [Cathode's Journey - Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cathodes-journey-lite/id6443799900)

All apps by Juvul: https://appshunter.io/developer/851922352

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