Ren's Demons I

About

Did you think this game was only about saving the world from an army of demons? No. This is a game about you. On the surface, it may be a new form of innovative experimental philosophical narrative RPG, but its deeper secrets could make you a god.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

story5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Rich and deep storyline with unique graphics, offering a one-of-a-kind experience.
Engaging gameplay that encourages exploration and interaction with the environment, featuring a quirky battle system and interesting mechanics like the Martyrdom system.
Charming characters and a humorous narrative that breaks the fourth wall, making the game enjoyable and memorable.

Repetitive music and tedious systems that can detract from the overall experience.
The game suffers from bugs and a cumbersome save system that may frustrate players.
Some aspects of the gameplay, such as battle mechanics and reused text, can feel outdated and repetitive.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The game features a rich and experimental philosophical narrative that captivates players with its unique graphics and deep storyline, reminiscent of titles like Undertale. It offers an intriguing twist on the classic "hero saves the world from demons" plot, incorporating fourth-wall breaks that enhance the storytelling experience. With lovable characters and a non-linear structure, players are encouraged to explore the lore and engage with the narrative at their own pace.
- “An experimental philosophical narrative RPG game that is rich and deep with storyline and unique graphics that make it a one-of-a-kind game.”
- “If you like to explore every nook and cranny of story dialogue for lore, this game is for you!”
- “In terms of the actual plot, it's an intriguing take on the 'hero saves world from demon' story.”
- “The game becomes more meta as you continue playing and seeing the story reveal itself through the breaks in the fourth wall.”
- “The story isn't afraid to break the fourth wall while blending it into the plot.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some find it repetitive and tedious, others praise it as fantastic, highlighting the quality of the angelic choir, guitar strums, and classic RPG battle themes. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its impressive design, with some players expressing a desire to purchase it.
- “Music and sounds are utterly fantastic.”
- “The crisp angelic choir singing in all their holiness, the smoothing strums of guitars, and even the battle music which again nails that classic RPG feeling.”
- “Props to whoever designed the sounds and music.”
- “Repetitive music, tedious systems, and lackluster progression.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The gameplay of "Ren's Demons I" is characterized by its unique storytelling and visuals, drawing comparisons to "Undertale" while offering its own meta-game experience. However, some users find the gameplay less engaging than the narrative, and the lack of a windowless mode can detract from the overall experience. The game encourages exploration and interaction to uncover more about its environment.
- “It's similar to Undertale in the sense of being its own meta-game and a role-playing game, but Ren's Demons I is unique in its storytelling, visuals, and gameplay.”
- “It has an alright narrative not worth pushing through the gameplay to see more of.”
- “Next is the fact that the game doesn't seem to have a video setting for windowless gameplay, so you'll have to deal with seeing the window's border when you play.”
- “Its gameplay system encourages you to interact and discover as much as possible to learn more about the environment.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics of the game are described as unique and minimalistic, drawing inspiration from classic JRPGs, which contributes to its distinctive visual identity. While some players appreciate the rich and deep visuals that complement the philosophical narrative, others note the simplicity of the art style. Overall, the graphics are seen as a defining feature that enhances the game's storytelling and gameplay experience.
- “An experimental philosophical narrative RPG game that is rich and deep with storyline and unique graphics that make it a one-of-a-kind game.”
- “It's similar to Undertale in the sense of being its own meta-game and a role-playing game, but Ren's Demons I is unique in its storytelling, visuals, and gameplay.”
- “The art style is reminiscent of the classic JRPG games and I'm all for it.”
- “I won't say much about the graphics as it's pretty minimalistic.”
- “The art style is reminiscent of the classic JRPG games, and I'm all for it.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often feeling bogged down by monotonous systems and uninspired progression. However, some appreciate the humor in the gameplay mechanics, such as looting and engaging in absurd activities for rewards, which can make the grind feel more entertaining.
- “Repetitive music, tedious systems, and lackluster progression.”
- “The way the world revolves around you as the chosen one is hilarious when you get to loot towns, off yourself for prestige points, break furniture, and cheat at deadly games. I got myself about a million coins from dodging knives before promptly spending it all on weapons for more XP grinding.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdity, as players find amusement in the exaggerated scenarios of being the "chosen one," engaging in ridiculous activities like looting towns, self-harm for prestige, and cheating in deadly games, all while enjoying the chaotic consequences of their actions.
- “The way the world revolves around you as the chosen one is hilarious when you get to loot towns, off yourself for prestige points, break furniture, and cheat at deadly games. I got myself about a million coins from dodging knives before promptly spending it all on weapons for more XP grinding.”
- “The humor in the game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and absurd situations that keep you laughing throughout your adventure.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with funny NPC interactions and ridiculous quests that make every moment enjoyable.”