Comparison

The Past Within vs MOJI MAYHEM

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The Past Within

Embark on a cooperative point-and-click adventure where players explore different time periods and dimensions. Work with a friend, communicating what you see to solve intricate puzzles and uncover mysteries. This unique experience requires both players to own the game and communicate externally.

Highlights
  • Co-op only gameplay
  • Explore past and future
  • Solve puzzles together
  • Two distinct perspectives (2D/3D)
  • Cross-platform play
  • Replayable with new solutions
Features
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Note: The Past Within is a co-op only game. 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! The 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! The Past Within is the first co-op only point-and-click adventure set in the mysterious world of Rusty Lake. Features: ▪ A co-op experience Play 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! ▪ Two worlds - Two perspectives Both players will experience their environments in two different dimensions: 2D as well as in 3D - a first-time experience in the Rusty Lake universe! ▪ Cross-platform As 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! ▪ Playtime & Replayability The 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. Plus you can use our replayability feature for a fresh start with new solutions to all puzzles.

About

MOJI MAYHEM

Features
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MERGE. MATCH. MAYHEM. Tap, match, and merge emoji tiles in this addictive puzzle game. Build massive combos, unlock secret trophies, and climb the global leaderboard. How far can you go? THE CHALLENGE Start with simple emoji tiles. Match three or more to merge them into something new. Keep merging to reach Level 10 — but watch out, one wrong move and it's game over! COLLECT 50+ TROPHIES Every game unlocks new achievements. Bronze, Silver, Gold, and rare Holographic trophies await. Can you find them all? Some are earned through skill, others through... secrets. ??? SECRETS AWAIT ??? Not everything is as it seems. Hidden challenges. Mystery cards. A legendary trophy that only the chosen few will discover. Are you worthy? DAILY QUESTS Come back every day for fresh challenges. Complete quests, build your streak, and earn exclusive rewards. GLOBAL LEADERBOARD See how you stack up against players worldwide. Climb the ranks and prove you're the ultimate emoji master. FEATURES: • Simple tap controls - easy to learn, hard to master • 50+ collectible trophies across 5 tiers • Daily quests with streak bonuses • Global real-time leaderboard • Satisfying combos with haptic feedback • Dark mode optimized design • No account required - just play Love the game? Remove all banner and interstitial ads with a one-time purchase. Support the developer and enjoy uninterrupted gameplay forever. Download now and join the mayhem!

Screenshots

The Past Within4 screens
MOJI MAYHEM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MOJI MAYHEM at Free against The Past Within's $2.99. MOJI MAYHEM also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks). The Past Within's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

MOJI MAYHEM is free to download; The Past Within costs $2.99 up front. MOJI MAYHEM sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. The Past Within asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Past Within ships an update every 2 weeks, MOJI MAYHEM daily. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
The Past Within versus MOJI MAYHEM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Past WithinMOJI MAYHEM
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (7.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.1 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size379 MB14 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRusty LakeLeeds, That!

Bugs and requests

The Past Within

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • No sound in the game
  • Crashes after Chapter 1 title screen
  • Downloading issues on some devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More chapters/levels
  • Single-player mode option
  • Ability to switch roles/perspectives
  • Online/remote co-op functionality

MOJI MAYHEM

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

The Past Within

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MOJI MAYHEM

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is The Past Within free?
The Past Within costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MOJI MAYHEM free?
MOJI MAYHEM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Past Within or MOJI MAYHEM have ads?
MOJI MAYHEM shows ads; The Past Within does not.
Which is updated more often, The Past Within or MOJI MAYHEM?
The Past Within ships an update every 2 weeks, and MOJI MAYHEM daily. Most recently, The Past Within was updated on November 7, 2026 and MOJI MAYHEM on October 30, 2026.

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