# Little Orpheus — Comrades! To the Center! > Side-scrolling adventure game exploring the Earth's core with a Soviet cosmonaut. (iPhone/iPad app by Sumo Digital Ltd.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-orpheus/id1446279575 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Sumo Digital Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/427149152) - Category: Games, Adventure - Price: Free - Rating: 4.38/5 from 803 App Store ratings · 232 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 3.6 GB - Languages: Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and 4 more - Released: 2020-06-12 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-orpheus/id1446279575/reviews.md ## What is Little Orpheus? A game by The Chinese Room The year is 1962 and NASA are trying to put a man on the moon. In a remote corner of Siberia, a Soviet cosmonaut is heading in the other direction. Comrade Ivan Ivanovich is dropped into an extinct volcano in his exploration capsule, Little Orpheus, to explore the center of the earth. He promptly vanishes. Three years later he emerges claiming to have saved the world. He has also lost the atomic bomb powering the Little Orpheus. He is taken to a top secret bunker deep below the Ural mountains to be debriefed by the fearsome General Yurkovoi, a man so frightening even Stalin won’t buy him a drink. The General rolls up his sleeves, fixes Ivan with a steely glare and say “So... where have you been comrade? And where is my bomb?” And Ivan looks him right back in the eye and says “Well General, you might not believe what happened to me, but I’ll do my best. Because it happened like this...” Join our bold yet hapless hero as he explores lost civilizations, undersea kingdoms, prehistoric jungles and lands beyond imagination. Gasp as he battles the subhuman tribe of the Menkv and escapes the clutches of dreadful monsters! Cheer as he triumphs over impossible odds and brings socialism to the subterranean worlds! Little Orpheus is a technicolor side-scrolling adventure game inspired by classic movies like Flash Gordon, Sinbad and The Land that Time Forgot. Delivered in eight bite-size, commute-friendly episodes, Little Orpheus is simple enough for casual players but rich enough for seasoned adventure fans. If you’re a fan of old school family blockbusters, want a rollercoaster story that’ll take you to the Earth’s core and beyond, or are just in some need of ideologically correct entertainment, join the most unlikely hero to hit Apple Arcade on an adventure beyond belief. With stunning visuals, brilliant acting and a world-class score, Little Orpheus is a pocket-epic you’ll never forget. Comrades, to the center! ## Key features - Side-scrolling adventure gameplay - Episodic story format - Exploration of diverse subterranean worlds - Battles against monsters and tribes - Technicolor visuals inspired by classic films - Commute-friendly episodes ## What do users think of Little Orpheus? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Stunning graphics - 👍 Engaging story and humor - 🎨 Beautiful art style - 🎧 Excellent voice acting and music - 🕹️ Simple yet fun gameplay **Cons** - 🐛 Inconsistent controls and responsiveness - 🔍 Lack of in-game hints or guidance - 🔁 Repetitive gameplay in some areas - 🔧 Occasional bugs and glitches **Commonly reported bugs** - Game freezes or crashes on certain devices - Difficulty progressing past specific sections - Inconsistent input detection for jumps and interactions **Most requested features** - More episodes and content - Improved controls and accessibility options - Ability to skip or pause dialogue ## Recent user reviews (10 of 232) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-orpheus/id1446279575/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Please make another! *2025-02-23, version 4.0.0* Great game! Adding a sequel would be awesome, the 9th episode was fun but I was sad there wasn’t more. ### 5/5 — A Masterpiece *2025-01-17, version 4.0.0* This game tells a humorous and fun story through the eyes of a very imaginative man (or is he telling the truth?). That doesn’t matter much. What matters is the ride. The platforming is simple and the game easy to complete, but it serves its purpose well. It’s just FUN, plain and simple, like reading a very engaging book but one you can play. ### 5/5 — Great game *2025-01-15, version 4.0.0* Awesome love it ### 5/5 — Give it a try *2024-12-28, version 4.0.0* When I first played this game, I did not have a controller so it was kind of weird to play. With the controller this game is amazing. ### 1/5 — No Captions *2024-12-19, version 4.0.0* This game is not accessible for Deaf/Hoh. There’s really no excuse in this day and age not to have captions as an option, especially in a game with a storyline. ### 2/5 — Stuck on episode 3 *2024-10-30, version 4.0.0* The game is quite enjoyable however on the whale level. You get to a part where you have to pull a worm. This simply just won’t work so until it is patched I’m stuck ### 1/5 — Controls *2024-10-09, version 4.0.0* I quite like the look of this game but I find the controls are very annoying. I can get the character to jump while standing still but to get him to jump while moving forward is hard I just can’t figure it out I’m trying to continue but I’m thinking why bother. I can’t tell if I’m doing something wrong or if the game needs an update very disappointed and for this reason I give 1 star rating ### 5/5 — SERIOUSLY MIND BLOWN AWESOME GAME‼️ *2024-09-30, version 4.0.0* Wow…just WOW!!! first of all I want to thank the creators for making this amazing awesome beautiful intriguing game and letting it be free!!! Really wish there were more levels again breathtaking game..loved it‼️‼️‼️❤️❤️❤️ ### 5/5 — Gorgeous and Funny! *2024-07-26, version 4.0.0* I LOVED this game! It was an eye candy ride all the way through! And the cutaways to the interrogation rooms were excellent! The humor of the interrogator was fantastic! But truly this was so beautifully done, I could not stop looking all around to admire the art!! And props to the sound and music crews too! Loved scenes that were fast and fun Soviet style music would play. Sure it is an easy game, but I was there for the story and beauty!! ### 5/5 — I LOVE THIS GAME *2024-05-26, version 4.0.0* This game is by far my favorite on the entire the App Store. This game is like Little Nightmares but if it was a science fiction/fantasy instead of horror. The graphics are absolutely marvelous. And I can’t believe I’m saying this but I had more fun playing this game than Sonic Dream Team which I wasn’t expecting. I can’t give a finish review since I still haven’t finished but in current conclusion, PLAY THIS GAME! ## Frequently asked questions about Little Orpheus ### What is Little Orpheus about? Little Orpheus is a side-scrolling adventure game where players control a Soviet cosmonaut exploring the center of the Earth. The game features a narrative inspired by classic adventure films, taking players through lost civilizations, undersea kingdoms, and prehistoric jungles. ### What are the key features of Little Orpheus? Key features include its technicolor side-scrolling adventure gameplay, an episodic story delivered in bite-size installments, exploration of imaginative subterranean worlds, and battles against monsters and unique tribes. The game is also noted for its stunning visuals and world-class score. ### How is Little Orpheus monetized? Little Orpheus is offered as a free game with no in-app purchases or advertisements. This means players can experience the full adventure without any additional costs or interruptions. ### Who is the target audience for Little Orpheus? This game is designed for fans of old-school family blockbusters and those seeking a rollercoaster story. It appeals to both casual players due to its simple controls and seasoned adventure fans looking for a rich narrative experience. ### What kind of experience does Little Orpheus offer? Little Orpheus provides a pocket-epic experience, combining a compelling story with engaging gameplay. Its episodic nature makes it ideal for playing on the go, while its cinematic presentation and vibrant visuals create an immersive journey to the Earth's core and beyond. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.0.0 — 2022-02-15 Gameplay improvements and bug fixes. ### 3.0.0 — 2021-01-14 Comrades, return to the center! Ivan Ivanovich is back in an all-new and thrilling episode of Little Orpheus! Join Ivan as he regales his hairy compatriot, Laika, about his journey through the mythical cloud city of Perun. Traverse perilous gusts, brave sentient smog and take to the skies in an epic boss battle unlike any other in the annals of human endeavor! With even more never before seen behind the scenes content, journey back to the center of the Earth for another extraordinary adventure! ### 2.0.0 — 2020-10-08 Comrades! Journey back to the center of the Earth in an all new game mode ‘The Lost Recordings’! - Listen to more of Ivan’s tall tales as he takes you behind the scenes of Little Orpheus - Collect hidden orbs scattered throughout the subterranean world - Unlock never before seen 'making-of' content and outlandish new costumes - Uncover a hidden and intriguing cutscene… ### 1.2.0 — 2020-08-26 - General improvements, based on player feedback - Subtitles have been enabled by default for our international audience - A new post-credit cutscene to enjoy ### 1.1.0 — 2020-08-17 • General improvements, based on player feedback • Subtitles have been enabled by default for our international audience • A new post-credit cutscene to enjoy ## Apps similar to Little Orpheus | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Gibbon: Beyond the Trees](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gibbon-beyond-the-trees/id1482634476) | 4.9 (11,159) | Free | Games | | [The Bradwell Conspiracy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-bradwell-conspiracy/id1458000142) | 3.3 (368) | Free | Games | | [The Survivalists™](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-survivalists/id1515959873) | 3.7 (1,416) | Free | Games | | [Card of Darkness](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/card-of-darkness/id1364257627) | 3.9 (966) | Free | Games | | [Operator 41](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/operator-41/id1475042637) | 3.1 (110) | Free | Games | | [Creaks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creaks/id1466040723) | 4.7 (2,055) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Sumo Digital Ltd - [Spyder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spyder/id1443839718) - [Dear Esther](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dear-esther/id1476531719) All apps by Sumo Digital Ltd: https://appshunter.io/developer/427149152 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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