Lethe is an absolute masterclass in artistic rhythm gaming. It describes itself as a 'theatrical music game,' and the description fits perfectly. Every level feels like a moving sand painting, telling a tragic and beautiful story of the characters Taya and Omari on the continent of Lethe. The visual style is unlike anything else on the App Store—it’s hand-painted, ethereal, and deeply emotional.
The gameplay deviates from traditional lane-based rhythm games. Notes appear organically on the 'scroll' of the screen, requiring you to gather elven energy and solve environmental rhythm puzzles. The soundtrack is equally impressive, featuring tracks from renowned composers like Onoken and Sakuzyo. It’s an immersive, high-production experience that feels more like a piece of interactive art than a simple mobile game. For anyone who appreciates high-quality art and music, Lethe is an essential download.
I miss when horror games were about atmosphere rather than how many zombies they could shove in your face. Lethe feels like a throwback to the more methodical psychological horror titles of the mid-2000s. The environmental storytelling is top-notch; walking through the decaying industrial ruins actually feels oppressive and frightening. The sound design carries half the weight, with every metallic groan making you second-guess if you're alone.
However, the psychokinesis mechanic feels undercooked. It’s mostly used for moving boxes to stand on or clearing debris—it never quite reaches its full potential as a gameplay pillar. Also, the checkpoints are infuriating. There’s nothing more immersion-breaking than having to repeat five minutes of slow walking because a physics glitch killed you. It’s a respectable effort for an indie horror title, but it lacks the polish to truly stand with the giants of the genre.
Performance: Can be demanding on mobile hardware; frame rate dips are common in larger cavern areas.
Buy if: You enjoy atmospheric, story-driven horror games like Amnesia or Penumbra.
Skip if: You want fast-paced action, combat, or a horror game with clear objectives.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.7.8Tue Jul 11 2017
1. Add a new music
2. Sets the interface size to write changes
"This game has the best artistic quality and effects
I've ever seen."- Japanese music master Onoken.
"A brand new game experience. It will change music games forever!"- Taiwan's top musician Vanros Kloud.
Lethe is a theatrical music game designed with beautifully artistic scenes, sand painting scrolls, and high quality music. Players can discover the lost memories of the "Lethe" continent by gathering elven energy and solving puzzles. The pictorial operations help you release the mysteries and riddles that bind and separate Taya and Omari.
---Game Features---
Brand new gameplay where you open a musical scroll and dive into a unique world of magic and sound. As you journey through this world, more and more music will be unlocked and an immersive world of adventure will open up to be discovered.
Play to the tunes of original musicians from around the world, such as Onoken, Vanros Kloud, Sakuzyo, and celebrated newcomer Kage.
Rise above traditional visual experiences through a perfectly developed Unity 3D integrated game system.
Grants you a real sense of music performance. Every scene of this game is hand painted and fuelled by the mystical power of music and emotion.
You will become immersed in an epic fantasy drama set in the style of a timeless fairy tale.
---Awards---
Indieplay Best Music Sound Effects
Jinyuan Best Music Sound Effects
Jinyuan Best Art Design
CGDA Best Mobile Game Design & Innovation Award
TIGA Best Game Nominations
Very Big Indie Pitch - The Fourth Best Game (The only Asian product nominated)
IMGA Highest Award Nomination
IMGA Most Anticipated Game Award
IMGA Best Audio Award
Taipei Game Show Best Art Award
Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch."This game has the best artistic quality and effects
I've ever seen."- Japanese music master Onoken.
"A brand new game experience. It will change music games forever!"- Taiwan's top musician Vanros Kloud.
Lethe is a theatrical music game designed with beautifully artistic scenes, sand painting scrolls, and high quality music. Players can discover the lost memories of the "Lethe" continent by gathering elven energy and solving puzzles. The pictorial operations help you release the mysteries and riddles that bind and separate Taya and Omari.
---Game Features---
Brand new gameplay where you open a musical scroll and dive into a unique world of magic and sound. As you journey through this world, more and more music will be unlocked and an immersive world of adventure will open up to be discovered.
Play to the tunes of original musicians from around the world, such as Onoken, Vanros Kloud, Sakuzyo, and celebrated newcomer Kage.
Rise above traditional visual experiences through a perfectly developed Unity 3D integrated game system.
Grants you a real sense of music performance. Every scene of this game is hand painted and fuelled by the mystical power of music and emotion.
You will become immersed in an epic fantasy drama set in the style of a timeless fairy tale.
---Awards---
Indieplay Best Music Sound Effects
Jinyuan Best Music Sound Effects
Jinyuan Best Art Design
CGDA Best Mobile Game Design & Innovation Award
TIGA Best Game Nominations
Very Big Indie Pitch - The Fourth Best Game (The only Asian product nominated)
IMGA Highest Award Nomination
IMGA Most Anticipated Game Award
IMGA Best Audio Award
Taipei Game Show Best Art Award











Lethe is a theatrical music game that blends beautiful artistic scenes, sand painting scrolls, and high-quality music. Players discover the lost memories of the 'Lethe' continent by gathering elven energy and solving rhythmic puzzles to uncover the story of Taya and Omari. Featuring original music from celebrated artists like Onoken and Vanros Kloud, Lethe offers an immersive 3D experience fueled by emotion and timeless fairy-tale aesthetics. This award-winning title redefines the music game genre.
Hand-painted Sand Painting Art Style
Original Soundtrack by Global Composers
Immersive 3D Fairy Tale Narrative
Award-winning Art and Sound Design
Multi-language Support
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Gameplay is intertwined with narrative; as you hit notes, the hand-painted world around you evolves and tells the story of the characters.
The game offers multiple difficulty settings and note-time adjustments to cater to both casual listeners and rhythm experts.
Lethe uses a 'musical scroll' system where notes appear as part of the story's art, rather than just falling down lanes.