Renown News

[p]Hello folks[/p][p][/p][p]We just wanted to say another huge thank you to the entire community. We’re entirely blown away by how awesome the folks have been with reviews and the like.[/p][p][/p][p]That fact we’ve gone from 28% positive reviews, up to 62% at the time of writing, is truly like a dream.[/p][p] [/p][p]I also wanted to mention we’ve got a new ticketing system implemented. While this isn’t the fix I wish i was announcing right now, it’s a key tool in working out what’s happening, namely with Easy Anti Cheat (EAC).[/p][p][/p][p]In this case it can be accessed any time in game, via the main menus. There will be a new button called “Submit Ticket”[/p][p][/p][p]If you’re experiencing a bug, where you click to join a server, it loads and puts you back to the menu, please put in a ticket for this.[/p][p][/p][p]Part of why this bug is so bad, is the error messages are failing to fire.[/p][p]This means as a player you’re getting no feedback of why its not joining, but its also harder for us to track down the problem.[/p][p][/p][p]Other then that any crashes, stuttering or menu issues, this is the perfect tool to help us sort them all out asap.[/p][p][/p][p]We’re still working away at getting the EAC issue fixed.[/p][p][/p][p]Primarily we’re trying to get in touch with the developers at Epic Games who own EAC, to get some info on why this is happening. As you can probably imagine, being an Anti-Cheat, they don’t exactly give you a lot of information without an insider.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ll have patches and more community updates coming in as we know more.[/p][p][/p][p]From the entire RDBK team, thank you again awesome people.[/p]

[p]From the Entire RDBK team, thank you so much for checking out Renown. [/p][p]
We’d like to humbly apologise to anyone experiencing issues with the current patch of Renown. [/p][p]We’re getting some reports of folks getting kicked back to the menu, having EAC hang or not load properly. [/p][p]We’re already reaching out to our contacts at Epic Games who own Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC). [/p][p]We think we know the cause of the issue but have no ability to influence the outcome without Epic Games. [/p][p][/p][p]If you’ve ever played a version of Renown before, its best to try uninstall/delete/scrub any files remaining before installing the latest version. [/p][p][/p][p]Till then we’ve already posted this set of troubleshooting steps to try help the issue: If you’re having trouble launching or are being kicked from a server on join, this may be to Easy Anti-Cheat, try the following steps in order: [/p][p]1) Verify or Reinstall the Game Use your platform’s file verification option to check for missing or corrupted files. [/p][p]If problems continue, uninstall and reinstall the game. [/p][p]2) Check Your Antivirus/Firewall Make sure your security software isn’t blocking Renown or Easy Anti-Cheat. Add the game’s installation folder to your antivirus and firewall exceptions list. [/p][p]3) Close Background Apps Shut down unnecessary programs running in the background, especially overlays (Discord, Steam, NVIDIA, etc.) or system monitoring tools that may conflict with EAC. [/p][p]4) Reinstall Easy Anti-Cheat Navigate to Renown’s installation folder. Run UninstallAntiCheat.bat, then run InstallAntiCheat.bat to reinstall EAC. [/p][p]5) Update Drivers and Windows Outdated graphics, network, or system drivers can cause issues. Ensure your Windows installation and all drivers are fully up to date. [/p][p]6) Remove Old Renown Folders If you previously installed an older version of Renown (Backer, Demo, etc.), delete the following folder before launching the game: %USERPROFILE%\\AppData\\Local\\Renown_Combat 7) [/p][p]Physically delete any left over files after uninstalling Renown. If you’ve previously installed Renown, the game files will be located inside one of your Steam Library folders. [/p][p]The default path is typically: SteamLibrary\\steamapps\\common\\Renown However, your Steam Library may be located on a different drive (for example, D:\\SteamLibrary... instead of C:...) if you’ve chosen a custom installation location or have multiple Steam Libraries. [/p][p]If you’re not sure where the game is installed, you can always locate it directly through Steam by: Opening your Steam Library. Right-clicking on Renown and selecting Manage > Browse Local Files. Thank you again for supporting a small team of Indie developers such as ourselves. [/p][p][/p][p]We apologise again for any issues, and are actively working to get them fixed as soon as possible.[/p]

[p]Hey, Renowners![/p][p]We're thrilled to announce that Renown is now available on Steam! We wanted to thank each and every one of you for all the support you've given us over its development. Whether it's being an original backer, a community member in our Discord waiting to pickup the game, or a new arrival - we're hugely appreciative to all of you. As a team of four people, it has been a huge undertaking to get Renown to this stage and we're just getting started on our roadmap.

Lastly, if you encounter any bugs or issues, please don't hesitate to get in touch here or on our Discord, but in the meantime here's a couple of fixes for some known issues. [/p][p][/p][p]/Jesse, Alex, Charlie & Kaz
[/p][h2]Renown Troubleshooting Steps[/h2][p][/p][p]If you’re having trouble launching or are being kicked from a server on join, this may be to Easy Anti-Cheat, try the following steps in order:[/p]

• [p]1) Verify or Reinstall the Game[/p]

[p]Use your platform’s file verification option to check for missing or corrupted files. If problems continue, uninstall and reinstall the game.[/p]

• [p]2) Check Your Antivirus/Firewall[/p]

[p]Make sure your security software isn’t blocking Renown or Easy Anti-Cheat. Add the game’s installation folder to your antivirus and firewall exceptions list.[/p]

• [p]3) Close Background Apps[/p]

[p]Shut down unnecessary programs running in the background, especially overlays (Discord, Steam, NVIDIA, etc.) or system monitoring tools that may conflict with EAC.[/p]

• [p]4) Reinstall Easy Anti-Cheat[/p]

[p]Navigate to Renown’s installation folder. Run UninstallAntiCheat.bat, then run InstallAntiCheat.bat to reinstall EAC.[/p]

• [p]5) Update Drivers and Windows[/p]

[p]Outdated graphics, network, or system drivers can cause issues. Ensure your Windows installation and all drivers are fully up to date.[/p]

• [p]6) Remove Old Renown Folders[/p]

[p]If you previously installed an older version of Renown (Backer, Demo, etc.), delete the following folder before launching the game:[/p][p]%USERPROFILE%\\AppData\\Local\\Renown_Combat[/p]

• [p]7) Physically delete any left over files after uninstalling Renown. [/p]

[p]If you’ve previously installed Renown, the game files will be located inside one of your Steam Library folders. The default path is typically:[/p][p]SteamLibrary\\steamapps\\common\\Renown[/p][p]However, your Steam Library may be located on a different drive (for example, D:\\SteamLibrary... instead of C:...) if you’ve chosen a custom installation location or have multiple Steam Libraries.[/p][p]If you’re not sure where the game is installed, you can always locate it directly through Steam by:[/p][p]Opening your Steam Library.[/p][p]Right-clicking on Renown and selecting Manage > Browse Local Files.

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[p]Hey, Renowners![/p][p]We're super excited to share that Renown officially enters Early Access on September 22 at 4pm BST / 11am EDT / 8am PDT for $24.99 USD with a 10% launch discount.[/p][p]Following our phenomenally successful crowdfunding campaigns and the awesome efforts from both our development team and you - our amazing community - we've finally reached this huge milestone. As a small studio often operating with just three core developers, this journey has tested us in every way imaginable, yet your support has made every challenge worthwhile.[/p][p]We take immense pride in what we've built together, and this is only the beginning of Renown's potential. While we know the game isn't flawless or as refined as our ultimate vision, we think we've crafted something special given our resources and tight-knit team. What we're delivering is not just genuinely entertaining, but a solid foundation that will evolve and flourish throughout the Early Access experience.[/p][p]Thank you for believing in us and being part of this adventure and do be sure to check out our latest community video below. [/p][p]/Jesse, Alex, Charlie & Kaz [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]Launch FAQ[/h2][h3]General Questions[/h3][p]Q: What is Early Access? A: Early Access allows players to purchase and play the game while it's still in development. You'll get to experience the core gameplay and provide feedback that helps shape the final 1.0 launch.[/p][p]Q: How much will the game cost in Early Access? A: $24.99 USD with a 10% launch discount. [/p][p]Q: How long will the game remain in Early Access? A: We estimate 12-18 months, but we're committed to taking the time needed to deliver a polished final product rather than rushing to meet arbitrary deadlines.[/p][h2]Technical & Platform Questions[/h2][p]Q: What platforms will be supported? A: At launch, PC (Steam!)[/p][p]Q: What are the minimum system requirements? A: We'd recommend[/p]

• [p]A 64-bit processor and operating system[/p]
• [p]OS: Windows 10[/p]
• [p]Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-2600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1400[/p]
• [p]Memory: 16 GB RAM[/p]
• [p]Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 3070 or AMD equivalent[/p]
• [p]DirectX: Version 11[/p]
• [p]Network: Broadband Internet connection[/p]
• [p]Storage: 35 GB available space[/p]

[p]Q: Will there be controller support? A: We have minimal controller support at launch, this will work somewhat well for combat but not for the survival systems, full controller support coming soon.[/p][p]Q: Is there multiplayer/co-op support? A: Absolutely, Renown is a sandbox multiplayer experience similar to Rust meets Chivalry. You can absolutely play by yourself, but you'll encounter other real players.[/p][h2]Content & Features[/h2][p]Q: How much content is available at Early Access launch? A: All the foundational elements of a pvp survival game, Building, Raiding, Combat, Looting, PVP, PVE, Crafting, Researching, Progressing, Multiple Mixed Modes, Raid Mode, Voip, Community Server Hosting, Customization, Skins and much more. [/p][p]Q: What features are planned for future updates? A: Firstly polish all the existing features then we have a lot of systems we want to add, RP Items, Further Raiding Equipment, Transport (horses and carts), Boats, Instruments, Missions, Reputation, Leader boards and much more, check out our road map on our discord for more. [/p][p]Q: Will there be regular updates during Early Access? A: Yes! We plan to release updates as often as possible, with both content additions and bug fixes based on community feedback.[/p][p]Q: Can I provide feedback and suggestions? A: Absolutely! Player feedback is crucial to our development process. You can reach us through Discord or via Steam's forums.[/p][h2]Purchase & Access[/h2][p]Q: Where can I buy the Early Access version? A: The game will be available on Steam on September 22nd. [/p][p]Q: Do Kickstarter backers get Early Access included? A: Yes, all backers at will receive Early Access keys before the public launch.[/p][p]Q: Will there be regional pricing? A: Yes, we support regional pricing to make the game accessible to players worldwide.[/p][p]Q: Is there a refund policy? A: Standard platform refund policies apply.[/p][h2]Development & Community[/h2][p]Q: How can I report bugs? A: Please use our bug reporting system in game with detailed descriptions and screenshots when possible, or drop us a line on Discord.[/p][p]Q: Will you add features that weren't in the original plan? A: We're open to community suggestions that align with our vision, though we'll prioritize completing planned features first.[/p][p]Q: How often will you communicate updates? A: We'll provide development updates bi-weekly through Discord and Steam, plus immediate communication for any critical issues.[/p][p]Q: What if I don't like the direction the game is heading? A: We value all feedback and encourage open dialogue. While we can't accommodate every request, community input significantly influences our development priorities.

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