Performance is the biggest talking point, with 24 negative mentions out of 25. Overall Steam sentiment sits at 58% positive, but post‑launch figures dip to 45% positive. Players who log more than 25 hours become noticeably more forgiving, showing 68% positive among that group.
What it's about: Renown est un intense jeu multijoueur de survie médiévale qui se déroule dans un immense monde en constante évolution. Que vous soyez seul ou entouré d'alliés, rassemblez des ressources, construisez de puissantes forteresses et lancez-vous dans des combats acharnés pour la domination totale.
In-game
« The game's release is way below Early Access standards. Lucky for me - I'm a melee games player - I have no standards to begin with. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 29 h played7222« WARNING: DONT BUY THIS PRODUCT YET, WEEKLY WIPES EVERY FRIDAY AND THERE IS NOT EVEN A KICK MECHANIC. LITTLE TO NO CHANGES SINCE ALPHA, THESE GUYS WANT YOUR MONEY BEWARE! »👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 27 h played711« No reason why it has so many bad reviews, It's super fun. It isn't perfect but it's early access so all that will get sorted I'm sure. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 10 h played1« it just needs people to play on it the game is fine and still getting updates despite 0 players i would be on here like rust if there was people »👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 9 h played1« For a small team and an Early Access game, it’s already good. Yes, it has bugs and rough network code, but that’s expected at this stage. It feels like the beginning of a new era. »👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 1 h played11« Renown needs more support this is a very good game with a lot of potential but It definitely needs improvements in the combat system, UI, and optimization. However the game is actually playable and really fun with a group. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 75 h played
« Backed the game years ago during one of the early crowdfunding campaigns. I cannot recommend it in its current state. The devs are great guys and I hope the early access money will be a big help, but the game is lacking so much right now. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 42 h played6211« launched the game in a unplayable state. dead on release »👎 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 10 h played11« DO NOT BUY game is basically a scam now they fired their lead dev which is the main guy for making anything that is remotely functional. Do not trust these devs! »👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 83 h played11« Early Access doesn't mean you can release game which is only completed %10... Constantly wipe on servers doesn't fix anything, it angers much more on your community. Let us know when you fix this, or you give up... »👎 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 13 h played21« The game is a good idea with poor execution. The amount of time it has taken the devs to do basic things is taking way too long and ruining any anticipation for the full game »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 13 h played1« Alors oui, l'interface peut être amélioré, le gameplay aussi... Mais, ce qu'on retient c'est : un jeu fun avec du potentiel. Un jeu sans prise de tête et sympa à jouer avec des amis. Il est seulement en ALPHA. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 16 h played
In players' words
« The game's release is way below Early Access standards. Lucky for me - I'm a melee games player - I have no standards to begin with. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 29 h played7222« Backed the game years ago during one of the early crowdfunding campaigns. I cannot recommend it in its current state. The devs are great guys and I hope the early access money will be a big help, but the game is lacking so much right now. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 42 h played6211« WARNING: DONT BUY THIS PRODUCT YET, WEEKLY WIPES EVERY FRIDAY AND THERE IS NOT EVEN A KICK MECHANIC. LITTLE TO NO CHANGES SINCE ALPHA, THESE GUYS WANT YOUR MONEY BEWARE! »👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 27 h played711« launched the game in a unplayable state. dead on release »👎 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 10 h played11« No reason why it has so many bad reviews, It's super fun. It isn't perfect but it's early access so all that will get sorted I'm sure. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 10 h played1« DO NOT BUY game is basically a scam now they fired their lead dev which is the main guy for making anything that is remotely functional. Do not trust these devs! »👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 83 h played11« it just needs people to play on it the game is fine and still getting updates despite 0 players i would be on here like rust if there was people »👍 anonymous review · Jun 2026 · 9 h played1« Early Access doesn't mean you can release game which is only completed %10... Constantly wipe on servers doesn't fix anything, it angers much more on your community. Let us know when you fix this, or you give up... »👎 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 13 h played21« For a small team and an Early Access game, it’s already good. Yes, it has bugs and rough network code, but that’s expected at this stage. It feels like the beginning of a new era. »👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 1 h played11« The game is a good idea with poor execution. The amount of time it has taken the devs to do basic things is taking way too long and ruining any anticipation for the full game »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 13 h played1« Renown needs more support this is a very good game with a lot of potential but It definitely needs improvements in the combat system, UI, and optimization. However the game is actually playable and really fun with a group. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 75 h played« Alors oui, l'interface peut être amélioré, le gameplay aussi... Mais, ce qu'on retient c'est : un jeu fun avec du potentiel. Un jeu sans prise de tête et sympa à jouer avec des amis. Il est seulement en ALPHA. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 16 h played
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
PositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay
31 % pos · n=70
Content / longevity
19 % pos · n=57
Value for money
3 % pos · n=33
Multiplayer
4 % pos · n=28
Stability / bugs
4 % pos · n=27
Performance
4 % pos · n=25
Interface / UX
14 % pos · n=7
Graphics / art
33 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
25 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
Aspect
Mentions
Positive
Mixed
Negative
Gameplay
70
22
6
42
Content / longevity
57
11
6
40
Value for money
33
1
0
32
Multiplayer
28
1
0
27
Stability / bugs
27
1
0
26
Performance
25
1
0
24
Interface / UX
7
1
0
6
Graphics / art
6
2
0
4
Audio / music
4
1
0
3
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 30 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.8 h.
<2h
12 % (n=101)
2-10h
41 % (n=90)
10-25h
42 % (n=78)
>25h
68 % (n=162)
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
📉 Down since launch (-34 pts) — reception has worsened
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 1 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 2,4 % of players.
Long‑term players are more upbeat: 68% positive among the >25h bucket (162 reviews).
The game's ambitious content draws attention, with 57 mentions and 11 positive remarks.
Combat mechanics spark discussion, appearing in 11 of the top frequent keywords.
Weaknesses
Performance is a major pain point: 24 negative mentions out of 25.
Bugs plague the experience, with 26 negative mentions out of 27.
Price is widely criticized: 32 negative mentions out of 33.
Core gameplay receives more criticism than praise, 42 negative versus 22 positive mentions.
Who is it for?
Players who love indie action‑adventure experiments and are willing to invest heavy playtime may find enjoyment, but they should be prepared for performance hiccups and a steep price perception.
Is Renown worth it in 2026?
Mostly no, given current feedback: 58% of 1,570 Steam reviews are positive (player score 43/100). Most-praised strength: Long‑term players are more upbeat. Current price: 24,50€.
Verdict
Renown offers a sprawling adventure that rewards dedication, yet its technical shortcomings and pricing concerns dominate the conversation. The game may satisfy hardcore fans who can overlook bugs and low frame rates, but casual players are likely to be deterred by the negative sentiment surrounding performance and value.
Is this synthesis accurate?
Display this score
This game's player score, as a badge you can embed on your site or page.
💬 Discussion
A thought, a tip, a question? Drop a note (no account needed).