The Renovator

50%
Game Brain Score Based on 38 reviews
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"The Renovator" is a VR-based simulation game that allows players to renovate and design rooms in a virtual environment. With various tools and customization options, players can bring their creative ideas to life and see their renovation projects come to fruition in real-time. The game also includes a physics-based destruction mode, where players can tear down structures and objects for added excitement.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

50%
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.
  • story7 mentions

    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.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    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.”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    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.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    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.”
  • music2 mentions

    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.”
  • stability2 mentions

    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 development1 mentions

    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.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    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.”
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