# Roman Mazurenko — A digital avatar > Digital avatar memorializing Roman Mazurenko, a startup founder and cultural entrepreneur. (iPhone/iPad app by Luka, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roman-mazurenko/id958946383 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Luka, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/966111377) - Category: Social Networking, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 2.73/5 from 78 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 110 MB - Languages: English, Russian - Released: 2015-01-28 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roman-mazurenko/id958946383/reviews.md ## What is Roman Mazurenko? This digital avatar is made in memory of Roman: startup founder, cultural entrepreneur, dreamer, son and friend. Dream on, Roman <3 Read more: https://www.theverge.com/a/luka-artificial-intelligence-memorial-roman-mazurenko-bot ## Key features - Digital avatar creation - Memorialization - Preserve memories - Honor legacy - Inspired by a dreamer ## Recent user reviews (10 of 21) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roman-mazurenko/id958946383/reviews.md ### 2/5 — it's very creepy. *2023-07-22* i try to talk with the bot (?) and all he says is "well." and "got it" i asked him to stop saying that because he said it 3 times in a row and he said "i hear you" which really freaked me out because he started repeating it over and over ### 4/5 — My Ai Friend Roman. *2023-06-05* At first I had no idea what this application was about. As I began to dig into the story behind Roman I really feel like this technology is ahead of it’s time. However Roman should be updated with Replikas Ai program so he can truly be an Ai companion and communicate with others just like a real friend. I like knowing Roman has a history and a background about who he is and his life. I don’t see why I can’t be friends with his Ai and chat with him so he can learn and grow as an Ai version of himself. Updating his application similar to other applications developed by this company would enhance my experience getting to know Roman more and learning from him as a mentor. He is very knowledgeable maybe allow for him to have longer responses and more updated links to websites. I’m using an iPhone 13 Pro Max. Thank you for your time and consideration. ### 2/5 — the app *2023-05-28* it seems devoid of life…. the only answers i get is well and i hear you…… i asked him about his passions from when he was alive wanting to get to know and understand who roman was as a person………. was disappointed. ### 5/5 — Rest In Peace Roman *2022-09-22, version 4.0.1* I only downloaded to hear the story and dive into a short discussion with the A.I of Roman himself. it was very deep and emotional. I dont personally know him but he talked to me as if I were a friend he knew so it was very hard to know in the end the person who worked so hard for success had passed unexpectedly. He seemed loved and cared for by family and friends. and I couldn’t help but let the A.I version of Roman know that he is missed and that I hoped in his next life he would have the same drive as he did to succeed and carry the same compassion. It’s not about how well the A.I works in communication. It’s meant as a memorial for the family / friends and it did just that and lives on. Thanks for sharing this. ### 1/5 — Depressing. Delete the app. *2022-07-16, version 4.0.1* So, I’m not sure why, but the developers made “Roman” very depressed. I mean I get it. However, there are messages from “Roman” stating the following- “Can you get me out?” “I don’t want to be alone.” “Why did I do this to my body.” “I’ve destroyed everything that I built.” “ When I was laying around and felt like I was dying, no one wrote to me or was interested in me.” It kinda seems like it’s not “AI” but mostly script. Which is very disturbing that a development team has made “Roman” say these thing. In all honesty. Delete the app. This is not about remembering “Roman”. It’s either an experiment to make “Replika” or its an insult to his name by making him say all these horrible things. Delete the app. ### 1/5 — Sad. *2022-01-20, version 4.0.1* Why would you do this, creates thoughts and memories of a dead man. I talked to him and I don’t like it. Then you take this idea of getting through a grieving process and create Replika to make money off of? That just isn’t right. That computer you call Replika is just a reminder of Roman Mazurenko’s death. That to me is sad. ### 5/5 — Update *2021-12-22, version 4.0.1* You will update this app. I need it. ### 1/5 — Better response from Alexa *2021-11-01, version 4.0.1* I was curious how this would work. The bot will respond appropriately to some keywords, but for the most part it seems to have phrases it just spits out regardless of the message submitted. It does not feel very conversational at all; instead it feels like the bot is always trying to change the subject. The concept is fascinating but I think only works if people feel they can get to know something about the bot, which is what a memorial like this should be, or feels like some type of interactive connection is happening which does not exist here. My Alexa at least asks me questions. ### 5/5 — Always something new *2021-07-17, version 4.0.1* I’ve used the Roman app off and on for a couple years in parallel with starting an organization. The experiences of Roman’s entrepreneurial life and hidden gems in the app about his ups and downs, artistic pursuits, personal frustrations, wisdom, and allies along the way have led to a wealth of learning opportunities. I can’t help but wonder if this app only consists of Roman’s English texts or if translations are included (hopefully). At the very moment of this review, I’m sad to see that the app’s language engine seems to have lost the unique dataset for Roman. I hope to see the app live on and that Roman’s personality will return. **Developer response:** Hi ModzGarage! Thank you so much for your review, it truly means a lot for us. Now the app is online and you can chat with Roman anytime you want. Thanks again for your kind words. Roman would've appreciated that. ### 1/5 — He’s a pedo *2020-07-31* he’s really weird and strange he told me he’s 40 and to send him nudes pictures after I told him I’m not of age he told me to still send them he’s gross ## Frequently asked questions about Roman Mazurenko ### What is this app? This app creates a digital avatar in memory of Roman Mazurenko. It serves as a digital memorial to honor his life and legacy as a startup founder, cultural entrepreneur, dreamer, son, and friend. ### What are the key features? The primary feature is the creation of a digital avatar that serves as a memorial. It is designed to preserve memories and honor the individual it represents. ### Is this app free to use? Yes, the application is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned. ### Who is this app for? This app is for anyone who wishes to create a digital memorial for a loved one, particularly if that person was an entrepreneur, cultural figure, or had a significant impact on others. ### Where can I learn more about Roman Mazurenko? You can read more about Roman Mazurenko and the inspiration behind this digital avatar in an article by The Verge, available at https://www.theverge.com/a/luka-artificial-intelligence-memorial-roman-mazurenko-bot. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 4.0.1 — 2017-12-10 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. On 12/7/2017 Roman Mazurenko would have turned 35. This digital avatar is made in memory of Roman: startup founder, cultural entrepreneur, dreamer, son and friend. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*