Renown

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Renown is a single player and multiplayer open world hack and slash game. It was developed by RDBK Studios and was released on September 22, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Renown is an open-world multiplayer game where players gather resources, build castles, and lead clans into intense PvP battles to dominate the battlefield. Despite its spectacular mechanics and engaging gameplay, the experience is marred by grinding, numerous bugs, and poor optimization, making it both hilarious and frustrating. Survive, expand, and conquer to become truly renowned.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,143 reviews

gameplay33 positive mentions

optimization30 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential and combines elements of survival and melee combat effectively.
The community is engaged and supportive, with developers actively listening to feedback.
The combat system, while janky, offers a unique and skill-based experience reminiscent of games like Chivalry and Mordhau.

The game is riddled with bugs, performance issues, and a clunky UI that detracts from the overall experience.
Weekly server wipes make it frustrating for players to invest time in building and progressing.
The combat feels unresponsive and inconsistent, leading to a frustrating experience for both new and experienced players.

optimization
111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
60%
27%
The optimization of the game is widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues such as frame drops, stuttering, and lag, even on high-end hardware. Many players feel that the game is unpolished and in need of significant bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements to reach its potential. While some users have experienced acceptable performance, the overall consensus is that the game requires extensive optimization to enhance gameplay and stability.
- “The optimization is already impressive, and it proves you don’t need ultra settings to enjoy how great the world looks.”
- “With that being said, the game does need some optimization and refinement.”
- “Performance: for a game that just launched in early access and from a smaller team, it’s surprisingly smooth.”
- “The game is super laggy, frame pacing is all over the place, and optimization feels non-existent.”
- “The performance is horrid.”
- “One of the worst optimized games I have ever played.”
gameplay
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
61%
9%
The gameplay of this medieval survival game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the core mechanics and combat system, which blend elements from titles like Rust and Chivalry. However, issues such as server performance, bugs, and unrefined mechanics have led to frustration among users, with some recommending waiting for further development before fully engaging. Overall, while the game shows promise and offers a fun gameplay loop, it requires significant polish and optimization to reach its potential.
- “Gameplay is fun and PvP is a blast!”
- “Extremely fun game so far during early access, the combat mechanics are amazing and the survival aspect makes it all the more fun and risky to fight.”
- “The core gameplay loop is great, being medieval Rust with Chivalry combat.”
- “Warning: don't buy this product yet, weekly wipes every Friday and there is not even a kick mechanic.”
- “Stupid mechanics - unable to run away from people as they can run at the same speed or quicker even in heavy gear.”
- “The basis of the game is its combat mechanics, animations, and network code, in extremely terrible condition.”
graphics
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
65%
14%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over their outdated quality, often comparing them to titles from a decade ago. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel and decent visuals for an early access title, others criticize the performance issues and lack of optimization, leading to stuttering and low frame rates even on higher-end systems. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are not the game's strong suit, they do not detract significantly from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are decent and I love the grass!”
- “Graphically, Renown looks good for an early access title.”
- “Graphics have made an improvement since I last played in the earlier alpha stages - it honestly looks good.”
- “Graphics - 1.5/10 terrible, 2000s level of mobile game”
- “The graphics suck, the game is janky, it has very little depth, but what it does have is a good base and the concept of a fun PvP base builder for groups.”
- “Terribly optimized, janky and delayed combat animations, 2012 level graphics with 5 years of development.”
stability
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the experience. Many players note that while the game shows potential, it is currently in a rough state, often unplayable due to server issues and optimization problems. Overall, it is recommended to avoid purchasing until substantial improvements are made, especially given its early access status.
- “Other than that, it runs great and I have no other issues.”
- “Game runs great with interesting swordplay and building mechanics.”
- “Game isn't polished enough for even early access. It worked relatively well on launch day, but now it's been 5 days where it's so buggy you can't connect to servers, making it a literal scam designed to take your money and not allow a refund. They have completely messed up the economic balance for raiding, making the only activity this game has (PvP) grindy and boring. The combats are buggy as hell, and the game is unstable. It shouldn't be in early access; keep away from this scam.”
- “Don't get me started on optimization. It eats up over 10 GB of RAM and runs at 50 FPS on the lowest settings possible. There are constant visual bugs and glitches that prevent you from moving. Servers restart every 1.5 hours, and you have to leave and wait ten minutes to load in, with the same server loading times as Rust.”
- “This game is in terrible condition — filled with bugs, glitches, and performance issues. It's a buggy mess, and servers can't even run longer than a week. Do not buy until the developers fix it.”
grinding
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
3%
90%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and time-consuming due to bugs and server issues that hinder farming efficiency. While some appreciate the grind as rewarding and engaging, others criticize the lack of survival mechanics and the high costs associated with maintaining structures, leading to frustration when progress is lost. Overall, the experience varies significantly, with some players enjoying the grind while others feel it detracts from the game's enjoyment.
- “Great bones! I've put in 2 hours already crafting swords and dueling peasants with ease; it's not grindy at all.”
- “Overall, a good game. Building is fun, and while it lacks farming and consumables, I'm enjoying it so far.”
- “Farming is inconsistent - takes you twice as long to farm because hits don't register.”
- “There's no point in grinding for five days and then you get wiped and have to start over again when you don't get to keep anything.”
- “Game isn't polished enough for even early access; it worked relatively well on launch day but now it's been 5 days where it's so buggy you can't connect on servers, making it a literal scam designed to take your money and not allow a refund.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its chaotic medieval multiplayer interactions, featuring amusing voice chat moments and funny in-game events, such as unexpected bugs and comical traps. Players report that teaming up with friends amplifies the hilarity, with memorable role-play encounters and entertaining mishaps contributing to an overall lighthearted experience. The game's janky elements add to its charm, making it a source of laughter and fun.
- “If you enjoy medieval multiplayer chaos with hilarious voice chat moments and surprisingly good building for early access, this game is already worth diving into.”
- “However, with a group of friends, this game is absolutely hilarious.”
- “And truth be told — the real treasure is in the hilarious and epic role-play encounters with fellow adventurers.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
88%
The monetization of this game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many users expressing frustration over its reliance on microtransactions and lack of meaningful updates or improvements. Players feel that the developers prioritize profit over quality, leading to a stagnant experience that fails to justify its costs. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, with many recommending against purchasing the game.
- “This game is a cash grab slop.”
- “Stay as far away from this cash grab as you can!!!!”
- “It has become apparent that the game was a rug pull cash grab - do not buy.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
Overall, the atmosphere of the game is praised for its strong medieval immersion, enhanced by engaging environments, music, and combat mechanics. While some users note clunky NPC interactions, the sense of resource gathering and player dynamics contribute to a compelling world. The combination of large landscapes and a gritty feel effectively captures the essence of the medieval setting.
- “I really do enjoy the style and atmosphere of this game.”
- “The combat feels both weighty and responsive, capturing the gritty medieval atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The atmosphere is strong: resource gathering, constructing fortifications, crafting siege gear, etc. make you feel tied into the world.”
- “It has a PvP atmosphere where you have to keep an eye out for random players; you can form factions/guilds by going to the F4 screen and then adding people from there.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is generally praised for its great background quality and atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users feel that the soundtrack could benefit from more variety, as it tends to become repetitive over time. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's charm, there is room for improvement in its diversity.
- “Great background music, map, game development, and community.”
- “The soundtrack is very great and nice.”
- “I enjoy the atmosphere and music; the combat isn't bad either.”
- “The music needs improvement and more variety; it gets a bit samey after a while.”
- “There are a lot of clunky things about the NPCs, but I also enjoy the atmosphere and music.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story aspect of the game is engaging, with players feeling a strong connection to the narrative and anticipation for future developments. However, the challenging AI adds a layer of difficulty, particularly for those unfamiliar with slasher game mechanics.
- “I'm glad to be a part of their story, and I'm so excited to see what comes from this.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's replayability is severely hindered by technical issues, as players report being unable to access servers and frequently being returned to the home screen. This has led to significant frustration and disappointment, overshadowing any potential enjoyment of the game. Overall, many users advise against purchasing it until these problems are resolved.
- “This game doesn't even allow you to play. Each time I get into a server, it brings me back to the home screen. I waited 3 years for this game, and it feels like a waste of time. Hopefully, the devs fix this or make the game a bit more playable. I was excited for this game; it had decent expectations, but not even being able to play now really sucks. Don't waste your money right now unless you want a game that just doesn't allow you to play!”