Lenin - The Lion

About this game

-- Developer's Note --

About the Portuguese (BR) version: the Portuguese language can be accessed by changing the menu language on the Steam App / a versão em português pode ser acessada alterando o idioma padrão da Steam e efetuando a atualização por download dos dados do jogo.

This game was individually developed by me, Lornyon. In the last few weeks I've solved all the bugs I found in the game and tried to fix as much writing problems as possible. But in any case, I ask for community collaboration and understanding if you still encounter such problems. In addition, I will be constantly looking to solve anything that might interrupt your enjoyment, and if you encounter any problems in the game, please let me know and I will fix it as soon as possible. Thanks.

                


Lenin is an albino lion, the only one of his kind, and because of that he feels insecure and constantly discouraged. Worse, his mother does not understand why his son was born this way, and the whole village despises him and treats him cruelly. At school, he suffers bullying and can’t concentrate on class.

Now, hopeless about life, certain situations seem to awaken in Lenin something that is not of everyone’s reality, but only of his. Something he will discover to be part of something else.
Besides, Lenin will find other animals species , which may help him to understand himself.
However, things are getting dangerous and Lenin needs to take care with his actions (your actions).

Traveling between daily life and a strange place, Lenin will have to face his inner fears and enemies – and often, the outer ones as well.



Lenin - The Lion is like a typical aerial-view RPGs of the SNES or Gameboy Color classics. The difference here is given by some criteria:

• There are no battles or levels: all actions taken by the player are through conversations with NPC's, puzzles and varied options.
  
• There is always more than one choice to proceed: yes, though many games work with "moral choices", in Lenin - The Lion choices don't change the character profile, but how is the unfolding of the main plot. With this in mind, don't expect multiple paths inside of the same part of the story. Your actions change the FUTURE scenes of the game, as well the endings of each area, unlocking new conversations with NPC's and different endings for the game as a whole.

• A teenager's world and his struggles.
  
• No battle systems or levels.
  
• Lenin’s backpack is his menu. Losing it means not having access to the menu.
  
• Items and puzzles are crucial in the interactions between Lenin and the others.
  
• Choices determine the different endings of the game.
  
• Original art / soundtrack.
  
• Anthropomorphized characters.
  
• A cute and unique main character ❤

CONTROLS:

MOVE: ARROWS & W-A-S-D
MENU: RIGHT MOUSE BUTTON TO ENTER, MOVE THE MOUSE TO NAVIGATE
CONFIRM: Z / ENTER / MOUSE LEFT BUTTON
CANCEL: X / ESC
FAST FOWARD TEXT: PAGE DOWN (PG DN)

JOYSTICKS ARE ONLY PARTIALLY SUPPORTED. YOU HAVE TO USE THE MOUSE IN ORDER TO ACCESS THE MENU.

FOR FULLSCREEN PRESS F4

If you are experiencing any lag in-game:

- Go the website of your graphics card manufacture (NVIDIA, AMD, etc.) and download & install the latest driver for your graphics card.
Make sure that the driver supports OpenGL.

Latest news

• Announcements·22 Dec 2025Official

  HOT changes to Area 3 and Music Class access adjustments

  Lenin is reflecting on the game changes, but they are all positive (phew)!Hello everyone,Lenin - The Lion is a story about overcoming struggles, and 6 years after release, I am still listening to your feedback to make this experience the best it can be.Today I’m releasing an update focused on reducing frustration and prioritizing the narrative. I realized that, at times, mechanical difficulty was preventing some players from experiencing the most important part of the game: the chance to uncover different emotional outcomes regarding Lenin's life.What changed:Rebalancing Amir and Liane's Mansion area: Trap density has been reduced (I SLIGHTLY cleaned up the scenery) and error tolerance has been significantly increased (the error variable limit was raised from 15 to 25). The goal is to maintain the tension of the challenge, but without unfair punishment or pure frustration.More accessible narrative: I adjusted the event flow in Part 4 that relied on the player choosing to join the music class within a very small time window. Now, the crucial dialogues that explain this part can be unlocked both the first time you visit the school and during the lunch recess. You will have access to the full story more organically.If you’ve already played, thank you for supporting this (CLEARS THROAT) classic indie game. If you were waiting for the right time to start (or got stuck along the way), now is the perfect time to help Lenin face his fears.Thank you for playing and happy holidays!
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• Announcements·31 Jan 2025Official

  Lenin - The Lion Artbook is Available (Portuguese [BR] only)

  Access the artistic content of Lenin - The Lion right now through the Artbook DLC. After downloading, access the "Steam\steamapps\common\Lenin - The Lion" folders and open the Lenin - The Lion Artbook pdf. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/32574653/cd02b650bf341c99c24b2d32e96ad2dc9489e18a.png
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• Announcements·18 Dec 2024Official

  News about the save system and an Artbook!

  Most importantly, first: yes, I’ve made the tough decision to allow more than one save file to be used in the game. When I created Lenin - The Lion, my goal was to craft an experience as close as possible to the daily decision-making process of someone living with Major Depressive Disorder. At the same time, it’s still a game, and the inherent limitations of this medium are part of the gaming experience. That’s why, after these years of the game being available, I’ve decided to change this feature. Some players had mentioned it before, and ultimately, those who wish to experience the game as it was originally intended can still do so by using just one save file. I hope this change allows more people to reach the end of the narrative and discover the distinct endings the game offers. Additionally, here’s another detail: a long time ago, I promised an Artbook about the game. But it never came to fruition! Unfortunately, many challenges and external demands delayed its development—until now! I’ve recently been filled with renewed energy and am determined to finish it this year and release it for free! I hope it will be an enjoyable piece of content for readers, just as it’s been a joy for me to finally bring it to life. See you soon with the completed artbook. Take care! P.S.: Here are the front and back covers! Note: The artbook will initially only be available in Portuguese. https://i.ibb.co/thSm7sw/Lenin-The-Lion-Artbook-1.png
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• Announcements·16 Mar 2024Official

  Lenin - The Lion is 45% off! Tell your friends who didn't play it yet. :)

  {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/32574653/319e736653fe1153075a4fa0a2ac3be4c669637e.png Take the opportunity and buy Lenin - The Lion now on sale: 45% off. The game presents various sensitive topics in a responsible but not boring way. With mostly positive reviews, Lenin - The Lion provides a journey of discovery and dealing with consequences without the possibility of simply returning and doing things differently. I hope the experience is good for you all!
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• Announcements·19 Feb 2023Official

  LENIN - THE LION: 40% OFF

  {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/32574653/319e736653fe1153075a4fa0a2ac3be4c669637e.png LENIN - THE LION COM 40% OFF FOR 7 DAYS ON MADE IN BRAZIL SALE Take this opportunity to buy your copy or gift it to a loved one. Enjoy! :)
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