NENA

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NENA is a single player shooter game. It was developed by ThanaThan and was released on October 4, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Botley can't do many things on his own. Good thing he has telepathy.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

Beautiful art style with charming pixel graphics and a relaxing, emotional atmosphere.
Smooth, intuitive gameplay with creative possession mechanics and enjoyable boss battles.
Outstanding music and sound design that enhances the gaming experience and emotional impact, especially the heartfelt ending.

Short game length with limited save points, which can be frustrating for some players.
Inconsistent difficulty spikes, especially very challenging final boss fight that may be too hard for many.
Story and worldbuilding are vague or underdeveloped, leaving some narrative elements unexplored.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The gameplay blends exploration, puzzle-solving, and enemy possession mechanics that are intuitive, creative, and smoothly implemented, offering a steady flow of varied challenges despite a relatively short playtime. While some find the mechanics simple or not highly elaborate, many praise the fun boss battles, engaging puzzles, and immersive experience enhanced by detailed design and music. Overall, the gameplay provides an enjoyable, addictive experience with heartfelt moments.
- “The puzzle mechanics are very good; you can take control of enemies and objects, and even redirect projectiles in mid-air, which creates some very creative gameplay.”
- “Botley's dodges are quick and help a lot during some of the harder boss battles, and the mechanic for possessing enemies is a ton of fun!”
- “While the game's length is around an hour, the steady flow of varied enemies and new gameplay mechanics introduced as the game progresses keeps the experience engaging.”
- “The gameplay is a mix of basic exploration and puzzle-solving, but neither element is well-executed.”
- “Simple mechanics.”
- “You can't really tell at first glance that this game took as long as it did to develop (2 years), but you can really see it once you dive into the gameplay and mechanics this game has to offer.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The music is widely praised for its tranquil and enjoyable guitar-driven soundtrack that beautifully complements the game's charming art and atmosphere. Many highlight the relaxing yet fitting compositions, especially during intense moments, which enhance immersion and emotional impact. However, a minority find the sound design forgettable and uninspired.
- “Every single piece of music was wonderful in this game, from the levels, to the menus, to the bosses and the theme for Nena herself.”
- “From the beautiful pixel art direction, to the beautiful happy music and robot sounds, to the intuitive gameplay, this game quickly immerses you in this cute little world of a mini robot on an adventure.”
- “Never has such relaxing music fit intense boss fights so well!”
- “Sound design is forgettable, with a dull soundtrack that adds nothing to the atmosphere.”
- “This is the only word I can think of to describe the music in this game.”
- “Next up, the music.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
28%
29%
The story receives mixed feedback, with some finding it vague and poorly conveyed, making it hard to connect with characters, while others praise its charm, humor, and well-paced integration with the gameplay. Overall, opinions vary between viewing it as irrelevant or genuinely enjoyable and engaging.
- “The story line has a lot of soul and the bosses were relatively challenging.”
- “The amount of little stories and jokes he said were hilarious, from the story about breaking into a building to horse code; it was a genuine joy to find this.”
- “It has a ton of charm and the pacing of the puzzles and story is spot on.”
- “The story is vague and poorly delivered, making it hard to care about the world or its characters.”
- “Considering how it has nothing to do with the game or its story, and that I don't even know these people, it's irrelevant.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features genuinely funny and clever humor, with hilarious dialogue and amusing little stories that enhance the overall enjoyment. Players appreciate the witty writing and find the humorous moments a highlight of the experience.
- “The amount of little stories and jokes he told was hilarious, from the story about breaking into a building to horse code; it was a genuine joy to find this.”
- “"Hilariously brilliant" is how I described the dialogue in this game to a friend, because that's what it is.”
- “I enjoyed some of the humorous moments in the writing, and felt bad for some of the NPCs.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics feature a minimalist sci-fi aesthetic that some users find bland and empty, lacking visual depth. However, the cute visuals are appreciated by others, particularly for complementing the game's acoustic guitar soundtrack.
- “The visuals aim for a minimalist sci-fi aesthetic but end up looking bland and empty instead.”
- “The visuals aim for a minimalist sci-fi aesthetic but end up looking bland and empty instead.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a deeply emotional experience, featuring a heartfelt ending that resonates strongly with players, often moving them to tears. Its combination of stunning design, beautiful music, and thoughtful details enhances the overall emotional impact.
- “I cried more than I would like to admit. Thank you so much for sharing this game with us!”
- “Stunning design, wonderful music, smooth gameplay, creative, immense attention to detail, and an incredible heartfelt ending that would leave the manliest of lads with a tear in their eye.”
- “It's got great art, music, and gameplay, and an incredibly touching ending.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere receives mixed feedback, with some users praising its wonderful art and overall ambiance, while others find the sound design and soundtrack forgettable and uninspiring.
- “The art, the music, the atmosphere, everything about it is so wonderful.”
- “Sound design is forgettable, with a dull soundtrack that adds nothing to the atmosphere.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability mechanic is well-implemented and functions smoothly without any confusing design elements or noticeable glitches. It effectively integrates familiar mechanics from other games while maintaining reliability.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is generally praised for delivering smooth and stable performance. Users report consistent frame rates and minimal technical issues, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development is complemented by appealing art and music, creating an engaging and addictive experience through well-designed characters.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is relatively brief, typically taking around 60 minutes unless players focus on completing achievements, which may extend the time.