: Players can achieve goals through combat, stealth, sabotage, or dialogue (referred to as "s#!t-talking").
: Character upgrades allow players to tailor their skillset to their preferred playstyle.
The game emphasizes a high degree of interactivity, encouraging players to find "ingenious solutions" to various challenges. Key features include:
The development of Total Rendition has been marked by significant controversy and technical hurdles. Following its Early Access launch, the developers reported facing an "endless litany of trolling," including smear campaigns and review bombing by groups they identified as Neo-Nazi trolls. This hostile reception impacted the game's ability to secure further investment.