The Renovator

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The Renovator is a single player action game. It was developed by mirzagame5 and was released on April 17, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

In this game you're an experienced restorer currently working in a museum workshop. The restorer's friend requested him to fix some old exhibits. From that moment his adventure starts.

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Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a decent atmosphere and some effective jump scares for its short runtime.
For the low price, many players found it to be worth a try, especially if they enjoy horror or puzzle-adventure games.
The art style and graphics received praise for their detail and overall quality.

The game is very short, typically lasting only 15-25 minutes, which left many players wanting more content.
Numerous bugs and glitches, such as getting stuck in walls and game freezes, significantly detracted from the experience.
The story and character development were criticized for being minimal and feeling incomplete, leading to a lack of engagement.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's story is minimal and lacks character development, feeling more like a fragment of a larger project. While it is divided into sections marked by jump scares, players find the narrative somewhat engaging, particularly during a chilling teleportation sequence, despite the overall reliance on exploration for progression. The graphics and sound design are noted as strong points, enhancing the experience.
- “That being said, once you get through it, the story is kind of neat and the graphics/sounds are solid.”
- “I was glad to see the game wasn't contained in just one level; the storyline (especially one part where you're teleported elsewhere) was very chilling!”
- “The game is sort of divided into three sections by the three main jump scares the game uses to progress the story.”
- “Very short horror game with a few jumpscares and without a story.”
- “The story itself feels part of something else; maybe this was originally part of a larger project or just a test piece.”
- “There's very little in the way of story, and much of the game relies on triggering progression events by wandering around a small workshop.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics are highlighted as a standout feature of the game, showcasing impressive art style and attention to detail, such as reflections and well-rendered exhibits. Overall, players find the visuals to be solid and contribute to an immersive experience, complementing the well-written story.
- “The art style is probably the best part of the game; there are nice details, the sun reflection on the parquet floor, and great detail on the paintings and other exhibits.”
- “The graphics and sounds are solid, contributing to a neat story once you get through it.”
- “Well written with good graphics, this game offers an immersive experience.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay of "The Renovator" is notably brief, lasting only 15-25 minutes, which some players find entertaining but ultimately lacking in depth. However, frequent game-breaking bugs significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and discouraging players from replaying the short content.
- “Overall, The Renovator is a very short game, offering 15-25 minutes of gameplay, but it does provide a certain level of entertainment.”
- “Good potential, but the gameplay is really short.”
- “The constant game-breaking bugs were a pain, and I'm not sure many people would be willing to try a game seven times just to complete 20 minutes of gameplay.”
- “Overall, The Renovator is a very short game, offering only 15-25 minutes of gameplay, though it does provide a certain level of entertainment.”
- “Full gameplay with both endings available at https://www.youtube.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is effectively crafted, providing a decent level of tension and a few scares, though it doesn't break new ground. However, its short duration leaves players wanting more, as the experience concludes quickly after a single jump scare.
- “Good atmosphere for a scary game, but after one jump scare, the game was over before I even knew what was happening.”
- “It doesn't do anything groundbreaking, but it squeezes in a couple of puzzles, a couple of scares, and a decent bit of atmosphere building during its short game time.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The background music is generally considered decent and is regarded as one of the stronger elements of the game, though it may not stand out significantly.
- “The music is okay and probably the second best part of the game.”
- “The background music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, leading to a disjointed experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent freezes at critical moments and a lack of a save feature, which exacerbates the experience. Additionally, players report that the game is both short and plagued by bugs, further detracting from its overall stability.
- “The game freezes at key points and there is no save feature.”
- “The game is just too short and buggy.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the game features a lack of depth in both story and character development, leaving players wanting more complexity and growth in the characters' arcs.
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from the story.”
- “I expected more depth in the characters, but they all seem one-dimensional and predictable.”
- “The lack of meaningful character growth throughout the game made it hard to stay engaged.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Users generally express disappointment regarding the game's replayability, indicating that it lacks sufficient replay value to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers incredible replay value, with multiple endings and choices that significantly impact the story.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse character builds and strategies you can explore.”
- “I love how the game encourages experimentation; every run can lead to a completely different experience.”
- “The game lacks replay value, making it feel like a one-time experience.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels redundant.”