Kotel Ne Gori: A Friend of Lena Boots

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"Kotel Ne Gori: A Friend of Lena Boots" is a first-person puzzle adventure game where players help Lena, a resident of a mystical Russian village, solve supernatural problems. Players will explore the village, interact with characters, and use unique abilities to progress through the game's story. With its distinct art style and intriguing narrative, "Kotel Ne Gori" offers a fresh take on the puzzle adventure genre.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Kotel Ne Gori: A Friend of Lena Boots screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Kotel Ne Gori offers a unique and surreal experience with its bizarre visuals and engaging gameplay, making it a memorable adventure.
The game features smooth controls and interesting level design, allowing for enjoyable speedrunning and exploration.
It's an affordable title that doesn't overstay its welcome, providing a short yet satisfying experience for those looking for something different.

The final boss is excessively difficult, which can disrupt the pacing and enjoyment of the game.
Many cutscenes contain vocal lines in Russian without English subtitles, which may confuse players who don't understand the language.
The game can be disorienting and hard to navigate due to its surreal environments and frequent darkness, potentially frustrating some players.

graphics
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The graphics are characterized by a unique, surrealist art style reminiscent of PS1 and Nintendo 64 visuals, featuring retro aesthetics and impossible geometry. Players encounter bizarre elements, such as a friendly floating blue head, which contribute to the game's eccentric atmosphere. Overall, the visuals and soundtrack evoke a chaotic representation of the years 2020 and 2021.
- “A surrealist adventure with a unique art style, retro graphics (similar to what you might find on a PS1 or Nintendo 64), a weird story, and an odd cast of characters.”
- “This features PS1 level graphics with impossible geometry. Oh, and there's a floating blue head that can only be described as 'Bobby Hill but Asian' that follows you every step. At first, I thought he was attacking me, but it turns out he's actually friendly and is always nearby.”
- “A surrealist adventure with a unique art style, retro graphics (similar to what you might find on a PS1 or Nintendo 64), a weird story, and an odd cast of characters.”
- “The best way I can break this down is that this features PS1 level graphics with impossible geometry. Oh, and there's a floating blue head that can only be described as 'Bobby Hill but Asian' that follows you every step. At first, I thought he was attacking me, but it turns out he's actually friendly and is always nearby.”
- “Surrealist adventure with a unique art style, retro graphics (similar to what you might find on a PS1 or Nintendo 64), a weird story, and an odd cast of characters.”
- “Surrealist adventure with a unique art style, retro graphics (similar to what you might find on a PS1 or Nintendo 64), a weird story, and an odd cast of characters.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally smooth and enjoyable, particularly for speedrunning, but many users suggest that the experience itself is more valuable than the gameplay mechanics. At a low price point of 99 cents, it is considered a worthwhile purchase for the fun it offers.
- “The gameplay is smooth and works as it should; I had a blast speedrunning through the levels.”
- “While it is fun, you should definitely play it more for the experience than for the gameplay. For 99 cents, I think it's very worth it.”
music
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The music in the game is described as a bizarre and surreal soundtrack that complements its chaotic visuals, evoking the tumultuous years of 2020 and 2021. Players find the soundtrack memorable, with elements reminiscent of Pokémon, and it contributes to the overall eccentric atmosphere of the game. However, the combination of strange sounds and frenetic gameplay can become overwhelming over time.
- “Crazy visuals and soundtrack make it a perfect description of the years 2020 and 2021 if you survived it solely on drugs and antidepressants.”
- “After many minutes of totally surreal environments, crazy jumping, and listening to the Pokémon-like nature of the main hero, the bizarre soundtrack still plays in my head.”
- “The bizarre soundtrack still plays in my head after many minutes of surreal environments and crazy jumping, making the experience feel disjointed and overwhelming.”
- “Listening to the 'oioioioioi' sounds and the strange music while navigating through the game was more annoying than enjoyable.”
- “The music felt out of place, contributing to a chaotic atmosphere rather than enhancing the gameplay experience.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Kotel ne gori: a friend of lena boots" revolves around a surreal adventure where players control Kotel, a small character on a quest to rescue a princess with the aid of friends and infinite pitchforks. The narrative is complemented by a unique art style and retro graphics reminiscent of PS1 and Nintendo 64 games, featuring an eccentric cast and a bizarre storyline.
- “Kotel ne gori: a friend of Lena Boots is a surrealist platformer/FPS where you play as a little guy called Kotel who has the mission to rescue a princess with the help of some friends and your trusty infinite pitchforks.”
- “A surrealist adventure with a unique art style, retro graphics (similar to what you might find on a PS1 or Nintendo 64), a weird story, and an odd cast of characters.”
- “The story is bizarre and lacks coherence, making it difficult to engage with the characters or their motivations.”
- “While the art style is unique, the narrative feels disjointed and fails to provide a compelling reason to progress.”
- “The plot is surreal to the point of confusion, leaving players more puzzled than entertained.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, with users reporting minimal lag and frame drops during gameplay.
- “The game is correctly optimized; I didn't experience much lag or frame drops while playing.”
- “The game is correctly optimized; I didn't experience much lag or frame drops while playing.”