Boti has an equally adorable premise and style, with imagery that definitely fits the mold of the classic platformers I grew up with. Its entire approach is deeply wholesome, from the odd couple quips of Zero and One, to the way the devs visualized familiar computer concepts.

For example, there are little cat bots that can ride around on Boti’s head! You’ll invest a lot of time with cat side quests. The cute factor is very satisfying, and the cooperative gameplay further reinforces how much this game will appeal to families.

However, while its theme is very detailed and successful, the mechanics might not feel so refreshing. The highlight is the magnetism, called “hooking” in-game, which allows players to push and pull some objects around. But this feature is mainly reserved for simple pushing and pulling, rather than elaborated on.

Similarly, Boti’s more interesting ideas like the rhythm game-oriented slides, turned out to be inconsequential. You don’t need a certain rhythm score to progress past the slide. Also, the neat river raft areas are mild, and simply take you from A to B.

Boti is almost exclusively a cozy trip down memory lane, but it truly excels in that regard. You are certain to enjoy the atmosphere, and it’s a great way to share some easygoing, retro gaming with your kids.

Boti’s platforming won’t be challenging for older players, but it does have a slick world. It feels more engaging to explore than to play through, so it’s worth mentioning that I would likely have a much better time in co-op.

Final Thoughts

Boti doesn’t really do anything wrong, but nothing too exciting either. The graphics are solid, the movement is smooth, and I just adore its personality. You’ll surely love the sense of humor, and Boti has very few bugs of its own. But the highly polished and cute theme is accompanied by some rather generic mechanics.

Score: 7.5/10